Travel Guest Post: Romantic Luxury Getaways for Couples

Whether you are parents looking for a break from the kids, or a couple seeking freedom from weekday stress, a romantic getaway may be just what you need to relax and unwind. Family vacations at Club Med are a great way to get away from it all, but if you want some alone time with your sweetheart, a romantic getaway may be more your style.

Here are five of the most romantic luxury destinations for couples.

1. Fez, Morocco

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This desert escape has often been called the soul of Morocco. Fez is a medieval city that is constantly being restored and refurbished and has a lot to offer tourists. If you’re looking for peace, beauty, and a touch of history, Fez is the perfect vacation destination for you! Tour the Merinid Tombs, explore the bustling markets, wander through a museum, or lose yourself in any of the city’s majestic fortresses and ancient architecture.

2. Senegal, Africa

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Cap Skirring is one of Club Med‘s most sought after resorts, which has the perfect vacation deals for family vacations at Club Med, as well as romantic couples getaways. Senegal is one of the greatest locations to soak up some sun while getting closer to the country’s unique wildlife. Discover African artistry, explore unique cultures, cruise the desert coastline, or trek through the surrounding wilderness in Senegal.

3. Vico Equense, Italy

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One of the most stunning, but secretive, villages in Italy, Vico Equense features a castellated castle, a clifftop church, and unique pebble beaches. Vico Equense offers a stunning view of Mount Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples. At Vico Equense, you and your sweetheart can take a rewarding hike along the coastline, saturate yourself with history at the Correale di Terranova Museum, visit ancient churches, or lounge on deserted beaches.

4. Patmos, Greece

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At only fourteen square miles, Patmos may be tiny, but it makes up for its size with an overwhelming display of cultural beauty. Patmos is a maze of interlinking chapels, courtyards, and whitewashed mansions overlooking the stunning Aegean Sea. On the tiny island of Patmos, Greece, you can explore the countless deserted beaches and hidden coves, buy local wares in the marketplace, or try any of the delicious local dishes at street side food stands.

5. Botswana, Africa

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San Camp, renowned as one of the most romantic and most isolated places on Earth-  a perfect place to get back in touch with romance. San Camp offers tourists the opportunity to sleep in roomy outdoor tents under the African sky and bask in the location’s sensual charm. For a taste of the wilder side, you and your sweetheart can partake in a midday safari.