Pack your bags for Love: 15 Must Visit Romantic Getaways in The World

“Every destination with you feels like home.” It is a feeling every couple can relate to - that no matter where you are in the world, your partner makes it feel just right.  So, I have put together a list of 15 romantic places in the world that feel like home with your partner. According to travel trends, 70% of newly married couples now choose international destinations for their honeymoon. Keep reading for more information that will help you on booking your next romantic vacation. 

1. Paris, France - Where Every Street Feels Like a Love Letter

Paris, France is also termed as the 'City of Love' and the name is justified by its romantic environment, stunning architecture, world class food and timeless charm. From royal strolls along the Seine River to legendary monuments like the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame and the Louvre in Paris, will find their way into your hearts. With its cultural legacy, trendy cafes, and intriguing street life, Paris is the ideal place for couples. According to the survey report of the New York Post in 2024, 71% of the respondents think traveling with a partner is one of the most romantic things to do.

Why: Paris charms couples with its candlelit riverside dinners and charming cobbled lanes that define romance.

Budget date: Pick up fresh baguette, some cheese and a beverage of your choice from a local market and go to Champ de Mars park. Spread out a blanket with a view of the Eiffel Tower, and enjoy the  evening with your partner and stay until sunset when the tower light sparkles once in every hour.

Best time to Visit: April to June and September to October are ideal for couples.

Must Visit Places for Couples: Seine River Cruise, Montmartre & Sacre-Coeur, Luxembourg Gardens,

Pont des Arts, Rue Cler Market Street and  Palais-Royal Gardens.

📍Paris

2. Dubai, UAE - Romance Meets at Morden Magic

When you think about Dubai, the sky high beauty of the Burj Khalifa is probably the first thing that pops into your mind. But for couples, this city has much more to offer. Let me share one special place which is best for couples in Dubai, Love lake Dubai. This place is shaped like two interlocking hearts, this peaceful haven in the desert is a hidden gem where you can get beautiful memories with your partner, take dreamy pictures and enjoy a quiet moment away from the city buzz.

Why: It is the perfect harmony of natural beauty and romantic symbolism, a beautiful sport made for heartfelt conversation, sunset stroll and love that feels completely undisturbed.

Budget Date: Take an evening stroll along The Dubai Fountain at Burj Khalifa Lake and enjoy a water show at the Water Fountain. Afterward, split a delicious meal or dessert from the local markets.

Best time to Visit: November to March.

Must Visit Places for Couples: Desert Safari, The Dubai Miracle Garden, Ain Dubai, Ai Fahidi Historic District and Sunset Beach. 

📍Dubai

3. Petra, Jordan - Love Carved Stone

Petra is not just one of the world's most breathtaking sites, it's also an exhilarating couples' getaway for those who yearn for excitement, awe and a dash of enigma. Stroll hand-in-hand along the Siq, a rose-colored canyon that gradually unveils the stunning Treasury, and enter an honest-to-goodness fairytale. While sunlight plays on centuries old rock surfaces and the desert breeze moans through ruins, every moment becomes over-the-top cinematic and indelibly stamped in memory.

Why: Petra presents a magical mix of history and romance, from candlelit evenings to beautiful morning hikes and quiet spots to take it all in, it is a soulful place where love feels epic and timeless.

Budget Date: For just a small extra fee, you and your partner can experience the Treasury glowing by candlelight under a starlit sky.

Best time to Visit: March to May and September to November

Must Visit Places for Couples: Monastery, Petra by night and Royal Tombs.

📍Dubai

4. Washington DC, USA - A Capital Quite Romance 

You might think Washington, DC is all politics and power suits, but look a little closer and you will find a city that's surprisingly romantic. Really, it is made for lovebirds, with blooming parks, arched stone bridges and riverside strolls. It is a city where history and love meet, where every monument tells a story and every quiet bench invites two hearts to slow down.

Why: It blends rich culture with quiet charm, giving world class museums, sharing a candlelit meal or catching jazz under the stars.

Budget date: Pack snacks or grab food from the local market and picnic under the cherry trees at the Tidal Basin. End the evening with a sunset stroll around the National Mall with your partner.

Best time to Visit: March to April or September to November.

Must Visit Places for Couples: Georgetown Waterfront, The View of DC, Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. 

📍Washington, DC

5. Kyoto, Japan - Where Romance meets Tradition

Kyoto is home to shogun castles, gorgeous bamboo-lined trails, temples and the Imperial Palace. It's like stepping into a classic romance novel with ancient temples and blooming cherry blossoms drifting in the air where there is something lovely around every corner. It was once the capital of Japan for more than 1000 years, it is often called the 'heart of old Japan'. It was the center of culture, art and tradition.

Why: Slow placed atmosphere that welcomes meaningful connection. 

Budget Date: Take a peaceful walk through the Philosopher's path, tree lined canal stunning during cherry blossom season. Stop at tea houses or feed koi at a garden pond.

Best time to Visit: March to May or October to November

Must Visit Places for Couples: Fushimi Inari Shrine, Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Gion District and Maruyama Park.

📍Kyoto

6. Venice, Italy - A City Built for Romance

Venice is not a location, it is a dream on water. If you want the most romantic holiday resort, Venice is simply beyond replacement. With sinuous canals, streets, and gondolas gliding noiselessly under stone-arch bridges in the air, Venice seems to be tailor-made for love.

Why: Historic architecture and quiet piazzas set the stage for best experience steeped in old-world charm.

Budget Date: Take the vaporetto down the Grand Canal at sunset for dreamy views. Get fresh pastries and espresso from a local bakery then sit by the water at Fondamenta Zattere for peace.

Best time to Visit: April to June or September to October

Must Visit Places for Couples: St. Mark's Basilica, Rialto bridge and Teatro La Fenice. 

📍Venice

7. New York, USA - New Love

Imagine chill autumn air brushing against your cheeks, you and your partner bundled up in warm cashmere sweaters, boots crunching through fallen leaves and leather jackets, strolling hand in hand past the colorful brownstones of West Village. It feels like a vibe from a Taylor Swift song, dreamy, homely and memorable.

Why: New York mixes iconic experience with intimate moments from hidden speakeasies to rooftop sunsets. The endless charm makes every date feel like a new adventure.

Budget Date: Pack a picnic and go to Central Park for a walk, ride a rowboat at the Loeb Boathouse, or grab dollar slices and watch the skyline sparkle from Brooklyn Bridge Park.

Best time to Visit: April to June and September to November.

Must Visit Places for Couples: Top of the Rock, Pebble Beach, The high line and West Village cafes.

📍New York 

8. Alleppey, India - Float in Love

Picture you and your beloved cruising idyllically on Alleppey's emerald green backwater in your own customized houseboat. Alleppey is in Kerala, which is referred to as 'God's Own Country'. The soothing lap of water, the swishing coconut palm fronds, and birds chirping somewhere in the distance, as if the rest of the world has stopped only for the two of you. Where Alleppey is the best destination for couples, who want to retreat into nature and live those moments which are like lines in a romance novel. You know a study indicates that the majority of tourists to the area are couples. This means Alleppey is a favored spot for couples.

Why: Alleppey blends natural views with soulful intimacy, houseboats, sunset cruises and serene lagoons make it a best escape for two. 

Budget Date: Rent a day cruise houseboat, pack a local made South Indian lunch and enjoy a scenic ride through peaceful canals. You can try a shikara ride for just a few hundred Indian rupees.

Best time to Visit: October to January.

Must Visit Places for Couples: Backwater Houseboat, Marari Beach, Alleppey Lighthouse and Ambalappuzha Sree Krishna Temple.

📍Kerala

9. Santorini, Greece - Love on the Edge of a Caldera

Santorini is one of the most romantic destinations in the world. It is a global island in the Southern Aegean Sea and is part of the Greek island group. Santorini is well known for its natural beauty, stunning views , whitewashed buildings and its perfect place to enjoy a vacation.

Why: Whitewashed buildings, blue-domed churches, cliffside sunsets, and peaceful elegance provide a dreamy Mediterranean retreat best for honeymooners or anniversary getaways.

Budget Date: Take a walk from Fira to Oia at sunset, then enjoy a simple picnic with local Greek pastries from the local bakery.

Best time to visit: April to June or July to October.

Must Visit Places for Couples: Amoudi Bay, Red Beach, Hot Springs, Imerovigli, Akrotiri Archaeological Site and Open Air Cinema in Kamari.

📍Santorini

10. Bali, Indonesia - A Paradise for Lovers, Where Romance Meets Adventure

Bali is more than a fleeting romantic escape, it's a destination that foreign travelers keep going back to. Notwithstanding its popularity, it has both lively tourist destinations and peaceful hideaways. Suitable for couples and foreign visitors of all sorts. 

Why: Bali is a tropical paradise with dense jungles, serene beaches, and indulgent villas that exude romance.

Budget Date: Go to Campuhan Ridge Walk in Ubud with a blanket and enjoy a peaceful sunset surrounded by lush hills and listen to the sounds of nature as the sky turns golden.

Best time to visit: April to October or May to September.

Must Visit Places for Couples: Uluwatu, Tegalalang Rice Terraces, Bali Swing, Hidden Canyon, Nusa Penida island, Lempuyang Temple.

📍Bali

11. Doha, Qatar - A Modern Love Story in Desert 

Doha might not be the first place that comes to mind when we think of romantic places, and that's what makes it special. It is where tradition meets tomorrow. Just imagine two of you wandering through lantern-lit alleys in Souq Waqif, sharing mint tea while music moves gently in the air. Feels good and also cruising along the Corniche as the skyline reflects in the water followed by a dreamy night in the desert under a sky full of stars. So, Doha is not loud about its romance, it whispers it, in all the right places.

Why: Doha gives stylish comfort, beach resorts and cultural gems like the Museum of Islamic Art. It is best for couples who love art, design and five star experience.

Budget Date: Take a romantic walk along the Doha Corniche at sunset, it is free, and the city skyline looks magical as it lights up.

Best time to Visit: November to March

Must Visit Places for Couples: The Pearl Qatar, Museum of Islamic Art Park, Katara Cultural Village and Desert Safari & Inland Sea. 

📍Doha

12. Maldives - A Dream of Escape of Two

In 2024, the Maldives achieved a record breaking 2,046,615 tourist arrivals, making a 9.1% increase compared to the previous year. I can say, it is the best romantic destination for couples. A place where time slows down and the only agenda is each other. Maldives gives beautiful memories, walking up in a floating villa surrounded by endless shades of blue or snorkeling side-by-side through coral gardens. It is where every moment feels tailor-made for love.

Why: Secret havens, starlit dinners on the beach and luxury villas surrounded by turquoise waters, it is privacy and paradise rolled into one.

Budget Date: Share a sunrise coffee over the ocean and stay at a local guesthouse on an inhabited island like Maafushi or Thulusdhoo.

Best time to Visit: November to April.

Must Visit Places for Couples: Vaadhoo Island, Male Atoll, Baros Island Himmafushi and Private Sandbank Excursion. 

📍Maldives

13. Queenstown, New Zealand - Where Romance Meets Adventure

Nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and surrounded by towering mountains, Queenstown is a fairy tale town where couples can fall in love with nature and with each other. Queenstown is also known as the adventure capital of the world. Originally founded during the gold rush in the 1860s, It has grown into a colorful culture that captures both grace and edge.

Why: It is a place where couples can chase waterfalls one day and sip world class Pinot Noir the next.

Budget Date: Take a walk around Lake Wakatipu, then grab a hot chocolate or fish & chips and enjoy the views from Queenstown Gardens.

Best time to Visit: January to December

Must Visit Places for Couples: Onsen Hot Pools, Glenorchy and Arrowtown

📍Queenstown

14. Bruges, Belgium - The Venice of the North, Perfect for two

Bruges is a lovely city in Belgium, known for its charming canals, cobblestone streets and historic architecture. It is also known as the 'Venice of the North', and the best spot for romantic gateways. An interesting thing about Bruges, Bruges is chocolate central. Having charming cafes and historic squares add to the city’s vibe. If you are wandering through Begijnhof or exploring a canal tour, Bruges gives timeless romance at every turn.

Why: A fairy tale medieval town with winding canals, horse-drawn carriages, and cozy cafes perfect for a quiet romantic stroll.

Budget Date: Get Belgian waffles or chocolates from a local shop, then walk hand in hand along the cobblestone lanes to Minnewater Park. Sit by the water, watch the swans glide by and enjoy a peaceful sunset near the lover's Bridge.

Best time to Visit: April to June or September to December.

Must Visit Places for Couples: Canal Boat Ride, Belfry of Bruges, Market Square and Horse Drawn Carriage Ride.

📍Bruges

15. Banff, Canada - Love at New Heights

And finally, Banff, a quaint mountain village in Alberta's Banff National Park. Do you know, Banff National Park in Canada is one of the world’s oldest national parks and is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And it gives couples a luxury and nature filled romantic experience from horseback trails through forest pathways to peaceful treks, relaxing at hot springs, and warm countryside hideaways.

Why: cozy up in a mountain cabin, discover icy lakes, and look at the snow covered summits. Banff is the supreme winter wonderland for couples.

Budget Date: Pack a picnic with fresh local treats from Banff's farmers market and take a scenic drive to Lake Minnewanka for a lakeside lunch.

Best time to Visit: June to October

Must Visit Places for Couples: Lake Louise, Banff Gondola, Tunnel Mountain Trail, and Bow Falls.

📍Banff

No matter where love takes you, from the golden beaches of Bali to the snow peaks of these romantic places gives beautiful memories. So pack your bags, take your partner and set off to create memories that will last a lifetime. After all, the world is full of beautiful places, but it is who you share them with that makes them truly magical. Book your flight from the Rehlat website and it will make your trip more easy.