Taking a romantic break requires a lot of planning and thought, plus a little saving to get the most luxurious accommodation. The best places for a romantic are usually the most secluded, are close to the beach, and offer the opportunity for simply getting away from it all. Here are some of the best places for that perfect romantic break.
The Seychelles
This island group off the east coast of Africa offers a perfect haven, with over 100 islands to hide away from the rest of the world. The islands boast rolling white beaches, and has an average year-round temperature of 27C meaning that no matter when you visit you’re sure to be greeted with warm weather. There are plenty of luxury hotels too, including the Kempinski Seychelles hotel which is situated on the south side of Mahe, the main island and offers guests a honeymoon package for the ultimate romantic break.
Greece
Hopping between the Greek islands is often trip that adventurous romantic couples embark on. With a choice of islands like Rhodes, Crete, Corfu and Kos, it’s easy to spend a few weeks getting to grips with the Greek way of life. Santorini is another popular island with honeymooners, and TripAdvisor voted it as the island with the number 1 most romantic hotel in the world. Not only are there so many peaceful spots around, Greece is brimming with history, so there’s plenty to see and lots of photo opportunities.
St Barths
This island has the kind of scenery you expect to see on the front of a travel brochure, so it’s easy to see why couples come here year after year. Expect romantic restaurants with eye-aching views, plus lots of French cuisine and charming locals. The island is quite exclusive too, so couples will feel like celebrities for a few weeks.
Corsica
The forgotten French island that’s actually closer to Italy than France was the birthplace of Napoleon, and one of the highlights of a trip here is a visit to his ancestral home. Apart from the island’s historical importance it is also an island of sheer beauty. The mountainous terrain is a beautiful backdrop, and couples can easily cosy up in one of the harbour restaurants, or take a boat out to sea and observe the cliffs just out of Porto.
Madeira
This Portuguese island reaches its peak of sunshine in the summer months so is a great mid-year break for couples. The island is home to Madeira wine, so couples can stock up and even visit a vineyard or two. In addition to this, the island has white sandy beaches, plus miles of walking routes so active couples can really get out and see every inch of the island.
