To restate one of the most romantic sentiments, if I had a place for every time I thought of you, I could walk the earth forever.
1/ Vienna, AUSTRIA
Take a horse-drawn carriage ride in the country’s capital of Vienna like this couple sporting traditional dirndl and lederhosen.
2/ California, USA
What could be more romantic than flowers? Edible, gelato ones! Made with finesse and delicious, you’ll still be able to hold hands.
3/ Kauai, Hawaii, USA
A pair of black swans glide past a stone bridge in a scene that looks straight out of a romantic comedy.
4/ Wales, UK
Something out of a fairytale: sunset and horses, or are they unicorns, traipse through fields of gold and green.
5/ Ontario, CANADA
Share a meal together at Langdon Hall where fresh, foraged ingredients come together to make stunning plates.
6/ Cornwall, UK
Stroll the South West Coast Path, admiring the scenery and stopping off at beautiful spots like this at Padstow harbour.
7/ Nassau, BAHAMAS
Colourful buildings at Compass Point Resort put you in a happy-go-lucky mood. After all, there are only 2 speeds here: slow, and stop.
8/ ST KITTS AND NEVIS
Secluded beaches, vertical hikes, and bustling towns, this two-island nation has something for everyone.
9/ South Carolina, USA
Oozing southern charm, avenues of Spanish moss-covered oaks frame pathways. Just the place for you and your sweetheart.
10/ LITHUANIA
Šiauliai’s Hill of Crosses is so magical it continues to inspire weddings, engagements and dates to this day.
11/ Aitutaki, COOK ISLANDS
What could top breakfast in bed? Breakfast by the pool! Wake up to glorious atolls, blue skies and plenty of Polynesian hospitality.
12/ Cesky Krumlov, CZECH REPUBLIC
With buildings from Medieval times onward, you could spend all of your time gazing at the architecture. A great place for creating memories.
13/ Trinidad & Tobago
Go for a romantic walk in the Bamboo Cathedral, where natural archways provide beautiful shade. Look out for tropical birds galore and perhaps a monkey or two.
14/ British Columbia, CANADA
Lakes, vineyards, and mountains combine to create a lovely backdrop for picnics-for-two, couple hikes and sunset sailings. Cozy-up with this province’s easy-going attitude.
15/ ST LUCIA
If it’s good enough for Josephine (yes, Napoleon’s wife), it’s good enough for you too! With its thermal springs, lore and lushness, and chocolate, it’s a winner.
16/ GRENADA
Imagine sipping coconut water beneath palm trees, surrounded by rolling waves and any colour of sand you can imagine.
17/ MEXICO
Everybody loves a good time in Mexico: poolside cocktails, amazing food and friendliness all round.
18/ Sao Miguel, Azores, PORTUGAL
Owners of Furnas Lake Villas toast to spectacular views from atop their property which includes a former dormant volcano.
This original travel article first appeared in the Summer 2022 issue of City Style and Living Magazine.
