Romantic Getaways

Wanting to travel somewhere special for Valentine’s Day, now that plane tickets are less expensive and gas prices seem to have gone down? Here are a few ideas to inspire you around Cupid’s favorite holiday.

Take a surprise weekend getaway!

Cities like San Francisco, London, New York City and Las Vegas have great sales on air tickets right now, so even if you don’t have a lot of vacation time, you can schedule a weekend getaway now or in the near future without having to break your budget. While you are there, enjoy the mild climates of most of these cities and explore by foot, another great way to reconnect and spend time together without having to open your wallet. Many high end and moderate priced hotels are having great sales right now, so it’s a great time to enjoy a little luxury if you can.

Go on a road trip!

Make a playlist, grab your sweetie and get on the road. Find a nearby city or destination a few hours away and enjoy catching up during the journey to get there. Spring is on the way in many destinations, with flowers just starting to bloom - check and see if there are any early spring or mid winter festivals going on to add a little excitement into this otherwise grey time of year.

Plan a romantic vacation for the near future.

Can’t getaway right now? Spend a few hours with your loved one dreaming about a relaxing trip to a warm destination. Take advantage of cheap flights to Mexico, Hawaii and other destinations now, even if you have to hold off for the spring or early summer.

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Continuing this week’s romantic getaways, Santorini, Greece is the perfect place for leisure!

Get swept away by breath-taking views, as the whitewashed buildings with bright blue rooftops sit softly on the island’s cliffs. The island itself is actually the rim of a volcano!

Known for its many vineyards, a trip to a winery is a must! The most famous winery, the Boutari Winery, offers a tour of the grounds, as well as a taste of its renown white wine!

Don’t forget to bring your camera as you explore the beach and take in magnificent sunsets. Beautiful beaches of white, black, and red sand create an unreal atmosphere, as this island is unlike any other. If you are feeling adventurous you can explore the cities by bicycle or even rent mopeds or ATV’s to take you around. Visit the most popular cities of Fira and Ia, both of which are known for their spectacular views.

RealTraveler Aaron&Katy detail their adventures in Santorini:

“Not far from Perissa’s black sand beaches are the red sand and white sand beaches of the island. The interesting colors of the beaches come from chemical makeup of the underlying volcanic rock. The beaches don’t see big waves so the erosion of the rocks is minimal and the “sands” are small pebbles rather than fine grains. Another interesting thing we found out: the black and red sand beaches heat up so much in the sun that there is straw on the beach to make it safe to walk on – very strange!

An hour’s drive away we reached the town of Oia famed for beautiful sunsets, and stunning views of classic Greek homes. The town is set on the very peak of a hill with a switchback walkway that leads down to a nearby harbor. It was beautiful to explore and take photographs of, but unfortunately was also packed with touristy shops and expensive restaurants. A favorite spot for artists, we saw many painters and beautiful galleries filled with their interpretations. The area is breathtaking and inspires with ease. Mesmerized by the beauty of the area, we found a balcony with a view and toasted with Santorini Wine as we watched the sun go down.” (more…)

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