Paradise for Just the Two of You
In need of a romantic getaway? There are plenty of couples vacation ideas out there, but if getting some R&R and reconnecting with each other is in order, visiting a resort is the way to go.
Save some time and effort by enjoying an unforgettable vacation perfectly made for two, at one of the world’s best resorts for couples.
Atlantica Kalliston Resort, Crete
Located near the historical town of Chania on Crete, this very special property boasts a prime spot on the pristine sands of Glaros Beach. Catering to adults, especially couples seeking a romantic escape, it offers the chance to step into the pool right from the terrace of your room, as well as enjoy lavish couples’ treatments at the spa, steam baths, sauna and more.
There are stunning views from nearly every angle of the resort, as well as gazebos to cozy up in around the refreshing swimming pools. The property hosts several onsite dining options too, including Wine Cellar Fine Dining, Italian, Asian and Greek eateries.
Hermitage Bay, Antigua
This couples resort is renowned for providing the ultimate in barefoot luxury. Its 25 cottages are tucked into 16 acres of lush tropical gardens, fronted by a gorgeous beach with white, powdery sands.
You’ll be able to toast to the magnificent sunsets with the finest Champagne, right from your own private infinity plunge pool, and enjoy a wealth of activities together, including windsurfing, kayaking and snorkeling.
Relax with Garden Spa treatments, influenced by ancient Eastern concepts of chakra, and dine on gourmet cuisine focused around locally sourced ingredients at the onsite, multi-tiered restaurant that overlooks the azure waters.
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But you won’t want to go too far, as Hermitage Bay offers an all-inclusive plan that includes three meals a day, an afternoon snack, premium-brand drinks, house wines and French Champagne as well as all activities.
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Royal Davui Island Resort, Fiji
If you’re looking for a truly remote escape far away from the chaos of the modern world, Royal Duvui Resort, which can only be reached by boat or helicopter, may be ideal. It pretty much guarantees alone time in its intimate, exotic setting.
You may not want to leave your thatched-roof villa, nestled in the lush, dense greenery — it has its own private plunge pool overlooking a strikingly blue lagoon, a powdery white-sand beach and an outdoor shower. Tear yourself away to enjoy the romantic Champagne breakfasts on a deserted sandbar, and to swim alongside the dolphins and turtles in the remarkably clear azure sea.
Aitutaki Lagoon Resort & Spa, Cook Islands
One of the best vacations for couples to reconnect is at the lagoon of Aitutaki in the South Pacific’s Cook Islands. It’s often ranked high on lists of the world’s most beautiful places — the panoramic views alone from this luxurious property are guaranteed to make your jaw drop.
It features the island chain’s only over-water bungalows and provides the opportunity to enjoy one of the most breathtaking outdoor playgrounds for snorkeling, kayaking, and motu walking, a popular local activity of wading in the shallow waters between islets.
The Champagne-hued expansive beaches are ideal for a romantic stroll with the one you love, and when sunset marks the end of a beautiful day, you’ll see the lagoon transformed into a blaze of reds, oranges, yellows and pinks, that play across its surface.
Monastero Santa Rose, Amalfi Coast, Italy
Monastero Santa Rose sits high above the charming fishing village of Conca dei Marini on Italy’s Amalfi Coast, one of the most spectacular coastlines on the planet. While this 17th century luxury hotel is worth a visit for the views alone, you’ll find a whole lot more.
Acclaimed as one of the region’s most impressive hotels, it not only offers stunning sea views, but a beautiful pool and luxurious spa, tucked within picturesque tiered gardens. Hidden away in the cliffs between Positano and Amalfi, it makes for the ideal romantic retreat, with plenty of seclusion and privacy.
Enjoy having breakfast delivered to your room each morning, before a day of exploring the area. When you return, relax in the rooftop infinity pool that offers more awe-inspiring views of the Tyrrhenian Sea.
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Komandoo Maldives Island Resort, Maldives
A resort perfectly made for love birds, Komandoo Maldive Island Resort sits on a private island. The resort features everything from Beach Villas to Jacuzzi Water Villas that boast a wide range of luxury amenities, including private patios with daybeds and outdoor Jacuzzis that provide direct access to the glistening blue Indian Ocean and a pristine beach.
Enjoy lounging at the beachfront infinity pool, taking a dip in between food and drink service, as well as indulging in couples’ facials and massages at the spa.
One&Only Hayman Island Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Situated within the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, One&Only Hayman Island is the northernmost of Australia’s Whitsunday Islands, known as some of the most stunning in the world. This elegant private island resort features suites, villas and penthouses nestled among sparkling pools, brilliant gardens, and a wide swath of unspoiled, strikingly white sands.
Each one was designed specifically to take advantage of the island’s jaw-dropping vistas and the natural surroundings. You’ll also have access to all sorts of activities to enjoy together, focused on both quality cuisine and water sports. A host of wildlife can be viewed as well, including tropical fish and a 400-pound grouper known as Jacko, wallabies and kookaburra.
Paradise for Just the Two of You In need of a romantic getaway? There are plenty of couples vacation ideas out there, but if getting some R&R and...
Explora Lodges, Patagonia, Chile
Not all romantic getaways have to be tropical. If you two are outdoor adventurers, there are few better places on the planet to visit than Patagonia. Explora Lodges offers the ultimate stay for couples with its all-inclusive adventures, along with some of the most spectacular scenery on Earth.
Not only does it make for a very upscale base camp from which to explore the magnificent natural surroundings, but it features a number of outstanding amenities, including a traditional quincho, the most advanced amateur observatory in Chile, horse stables, four swimming pools, two Jacuzzi’s, saunas and a steam bath.
There are no TVs to interrupt your precious alone time, but there are over a dozen guided horseback trips, outings by boats to see glaciers and 20 hikes of various lengths and difficulty.
You’ll enjoy delicious meals served in a laid-back atmosphere without having to get dressed up. Each one is a discovery of local Chilean ingredients.
In between activities, be sure to take time to relax in the pools hidden in a labyrinth of old roads and adobe walls that are all meant for relaxing and catching your breath before and after exploration.