A romantic weekend getaway is one of the best ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day, and many destinations are offering exclusive specials to make your trip even more unforgettable. Whether you’re looking for a tranquil spa retreat, a vibrant island escape, or a luxury resort experience, these destinations offer the perfect mix of romance and relaxation. With indulgent amenities, breathtaking scenery, and experiences designed for couples, these spots set the stage for a truly special celebration.
But even the most perfect getaway needs a little preparation to ensure it goes off without a hitch. That’s why packing the right mix of essentials and romantic extras is just as important as choosing the destination itself. Thoughtfully selected items can transform an already magical trip into an experience filled with comfort, charm, and effortless romance. Whether you’re heading to the mountains, the beach, or a cozy countryside escape, this guide has you covered with both destination inspiration and expert packing tips to make your Valentine’s weekend one to remember.
Why settle for basic when you can elevate your travel experience with a few well-chosen upgrades? Investing in high-quality travel essentials can transform any trip, whether it’s a quick weekend getaway or a dream vacation. A premium suitcase with sleek, modern design offers both durability and style, while a versatile weekender bag is perfect for those who like to travel light. Elegant yet functional travel accessories, like compact organizers and chic eyewear, help you stay polished and prepared.
Bringing a touch of home with you can make all the difference in your travel comfort. A plush travel blanket provides warmth during chilly flights, while a soothing candle or travel-sized fragrance adds a personal touch to your accommodations. High-quality sunglasses ensure eye protection in any climate, and minimalist jewelry adds sophistication without the hassle of overpacking. When you choose items that combine comfort, convenience, and a little indulgence, your travel experience becomes even more memorable.
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The Head Spa
Escape the everyday and reconnect with your partner at The Head Spa, Connecticut’s ultimate destination for relaxation and intimacy. Immerse yourselves in tranquility as our expert therapists deliver soothing head massages that enhance circulation, melt away tension, and leave you both feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. Perfect for couples seeking a peaceful retreat, our signature head spa experience redefines pampering, offering a serene oasis where you can unwind together. Treat yourselves to a moment of pure bliss and deepen your connection at The Head Spa—because relaxation is better when shared. Treat that special someone to a Head Spa gift card this Valentine’s Day.
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Ettika
The fashion industry’s favorite affordable luxury jewelry line.
Join us in celebrating the essence of womanhood through collaboration, support, and joy. Let’s uplift one another, honor individual identities, and embrace the power of our collective spirit. Together, we can make a difference and redefine modern womanhood because when women come together, amazing things happen. Confidence is a woman’s best accessory and jewelry adds the perfect finishing touch.
emerald deco necklace
Inspired by the striking Art Deco aesthetic, our Emerald Deco necklace offers a stunning emerald cut crystal, centered on an 18k gold plated interlinked chain.
Mixed Chain Crystal Necklace Set
Our Mixed Chain Crystal Necklace Set is designed to give the look of four necklaces in one. Perfect for layering, this set adds a touch of sparkle and sophistication to any outfit.
marquise crystal hoops
The Marquise Crystal Hoops glisten with sparkling marquise-cut crystals, adorning the classic hoop shape with a touch of elegance.
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Soft Minky Blankets
Hugs Taffy Pink is a beautiful bright pink blanket perfect for the bright and fun people in your life. This is a Minky Couture extra plush blanket, with plush fabric on both sides, and no ruffle. Extra plush blankets have longer cut threads for a fluffy and cozy feel.
Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau
A picturesque resort in The Bahamas providing romantic getaways, just in time for Valentine’s Day. The resort just launched its new residences tower “One Particular Harbour,” which included 1-4 bedroom accommodations, spa-style bathrooms, full kitchens, private balconies with ocean views and a personal butler service. The resort has 10 restaurants, a state-of-the-art water park, spa, bowling alley, movie theater, karaoke lounge and a marina for boating enthusiasts.
The resort is offering a romantic package for couples called “Love & Luxury in Paradise.”
- Breakfast In Bed for 2 Daily
- Your Choice of a Welcome Amenity: Bottle of Wine or Sparkling Wine
- 20% Off Couples Service at St. Somewhere Spa
- At One Particular Harbour’s residences at Margaritaville Beach Resort Nassau, you’ll relish in the good life with ultra-comfortable retreats offering the comforts of home with access to all of the resort’s modern amenities. If you enjoy a little more pampering and privacy, these spacious residences featuring full kitchens, dining and living areas, studio to four bedrooms, and spa-style bathrooms will be perfect
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Venik Platza Ritual at WORLD SPA
The only spa in New York to offer this signature treatment.
Combining the natural healing power of tree branches with the revitalizing heat of the Banya Venik Platza Ritual alleviates stress and pain. Harvesting the old traditions, the Venik treatment relieves your muscles and joints, stimulates blood flow, and improves the immune system. Perfect for the Winter season.
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Eyeconic
These perfectly pretty Draper James sunglasses in Milky Blush are the perfect gift for Valentine’s and Galentine’s Day. The sun style has a beautiful milky blush frame front and is accented with seasonal floral prints over the top of the frame wrapping to the temples.
TOCCA Candela Classica Feu de Touch
TOCCA’s signature scent tempts one to love and to be loved. A rich floral accord of gardenia makes Feu de Touch a timeless classic for any room in the home. The fragrance is richly infused in a luxurious, proprietary soy-wax blend candle with a 100% cotton wick, hand poured into a modern blue glass keepsake jar. 60 hours burn time, vegan, gluten and cruelty free. $48
Love in the Wild: Sleigh, Stay & Savor at New The Rusty Parrot Lodge & Spa | Jackson, Wyoming
Nestled at the gateway to two national parks and framed by miles of majestic mountain views, towering timbers, and glistening white snow, the newly re-opened Rusty Parrot Lodge & Spa in Jackson, WY offers warm rustic touches – from a grand staircase under an antler-clad chandelier to cozy in-room fireplaces – to make this the ultimate romantic and cozy winter escape. Valentines can book the Stay & Sleigh Package which includes a four-night stay along with an intimate sleigh ride through Jackson’s elk refuge, and a half-day tour through Grand Teton National Park to bring visitors up close and personal with the local wildlife such as deer, bison and moose wandering freely among the snowy and awe-inspiring alps. The offer also includes a spa credit that can go toward a unique couples treatment like the Unfold bathing ritual or Couples Connection massage at the Body Sage Spa for the ultimate relaxation. For those seeking a romantic dinner, the Sleigh & Stay package includes a food and beverage credit to the hotel’s acclaimed Wild Sage Restaurant, which will offer a special Valentine’s Day menu including aphrodisiac-inspired dishes from Chef Hugo Goodwin like West Coast Oysters, Potato & Caviar, Lobster Tagliolini, Wagyu Shortrib and Tate Au Chocolat. A complimentary shuttle to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort is also available at the lodge all winter long to conveniently whisk off guests to a date on the slopes, while snowshoeing and dogsledding are other fun nearby activities. Back at the hotel, lovebirds can warm themselves by the outdoor fireplace or in the outdoor jacuzzi among the falling snow.
Love, Napa | The Meritage Resort & Spa | Napa, CA
Wine Country is for lovers. Book a Valentine’s Day escape to the newly renovated Meritage Resort & Spa in Napa for a weekend filled with indulgent dining and romantic activities ranging from s’mores to spa treatments. Throughout the month of February, the resort will be offering a “Love, Napa” package which includes a $200 resort credit, a rose petal and sparkling wine turndown, and a fire pit reservation complete with a s’mores roasting kit. Guests can unwind at Spa Terra, nestled beneath the resort’s own vineyard inside a spectacular wine cave, which will feature a seasonal Blushing Valentine Couples Massage (or the Galentine’s Getaway Massage for one) for a head to toe pampering that also includes a hydrating facial massage, soothing foot wrap, and a glass of bubbly. Sparks will fly for sweethearts over a meal at Ember Steak, Meritage’s newest dining concept, or at Olive & Hay, the resort’s Italian farm-to-table favorite, as both restaurants will offer a special, aphrodisiac-infused three-course menu including oysters, truffles and a tomahawk steak for two from February 13-23. Festive cocktails crafted for February will also be available at Ember, including Cupid’s Potion, a drink designed for two and served in a glass teapot with Absolut Elyx vodka, Creme de cassis, hibiscus syrup, lime, and ginger beer along with Ember & Eden, made with Casamigos silver tequila, thai chili-infused Aperol, pomegranate, strawberry. rose shrub, and lemon juice. While couples and gal groups alike, can experience all things Wine Country from tasting rooms and wellness offerings to late-night bowling and vineyard picnics right on site at the Meritage, they can also easily take the resort’s complimentary shuttle to the Lighted Art Festival in downtown Napa running through February 16th for a special date night or extra dose of sparkle.
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Valentine’s Day 2025 at Barnsley Resort | Adairsville, GA
Lovebirds seeking the ultimate romantic getaway can kick off their dreamy escape at Barnsley Resort, a property with love rooted in its history. Tucked away in the foothills of Georgia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, Barnsley Resort was built by Godfrey Barnsley for the love of his life, Julia. As Barnsley began construction, Julia fell ill and passed away, and it was her spirit that lived on and pushed Barnsley to continue the project. Today, the 3,000-acre resort is an award-winning property that serves as the ultimate place to unplug and enjoy a secluded yet romantic retreat. This year, the resort is hosting several exciting events for couples to enjoy their Valentine’s Day weekend. Learn some new Southern cocktail recipes with expert, on-site mixologists while snacking on some fresh appetizers. The price of the course includes your own shaker, a cocktail menu book and recipe cards to build your own at-home bar. Join Chef Marc Suennemann for a curated cooking class for you and your partner to learn to craft some irresistible dishes while sipping on some paired wines during the instruction. During the Wine, Cheese & Love Stories tour, wine stewards guide guests through an interactive tour of wines while participants use their senses to pair selections from Georgia’s own Sweet Grass Dairy’s handcrafted cheese selections with fresh herbs, fruits and chocolate. Throughout this interactive tour, guests will learn about the love story of Godfrey and Julia Barnsley that started it all. To close out a glamorous weekend, guests can indulge in Barnsley’s Valentine’s Day Dinner, featuring thoughtfully crafted courses paired with fine wines and seasonal flavors to create the perfect romantic experience. Sparks will be flying for all the travelers looking for the perfect, romantic getaway at Barnsley Resort.
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The Foldie
At The Foldie®, they’re redefining travel norms. Their mission is to inject innovation into the travel industry, making every journey smoother and more enjoyable. These travel companions are super easy to bring along (with a foldable design and a large capacity expansion for the tote) and have been refined to perfection for our ever-evolving travel needs with ease and efficiency!
Coupled Up in Cabo San Lucas: Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa
Set between the vibrant Cabo Marina and the powdery shores of Medano Beach, Corazón Cabo Resort & Spa is the perfect escape for a sun-drenched and energetic Valentine’s Day getaway. In addition to its prime location, the resort is designed to offer unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean and Cabo Arch from nearly every turn – including the rooms and suites, the majority of which offer private hot tubs perfect for sipping champagne together. Couples can spend their days lounging by one of the oceanfront infinity pools in a private cabana, enjoy an al fresco lunch and unmatched vibe at the property’s exclusive beach club, or head up to Rooftop 360, the highest bar in the area, for picture-perfect sunset photos and inventive cocktails. This Valentine’s Day, couples can take advantage of the ‘Love, Cabo’ package that offers a special rate of up to 30% off, plus a daily $50 resort food and beverage credit – providing the perfect backdrop for your love story. Rates start at $409 per night.
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- 30% Off Rates
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa
Maui, Hawaii
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa is inviting guests to celebrate love on Maui this February with their Valentine’s Day Offer “Forever Yours in Maui” offer which includes:
- A four-night stay in the restyled sky-high Presidential Suite decorated for Valentine’s Day
- Regency Club access daily for two (includes continental breakfast, snacks throughout the day and hors d’oeuvres)
- Tour of the Stars – Special private couple’s astronomy experience with NASA Ambassador
- Romantic dinner for two at the award-winning Japengo which serves a delightful fusion of Asian and island-inspired cuisine
- Sake tasting and poke making demo at Japengo
- One breakfast for two at Swan Court
- One dinner for two at ‘Umalu
- One dinner for two at Son’z Steakhouse
- Two VIP Tickets to the award-winning on-site Drums of the Pacific Lu‘au
- Couple’s massage at The Spa
- Private lesson in the resort’s Golf Studio by YO! Maui with lessons from resident golf pro
- Beach and resort couple’s portrait session with Grins 2 Go with free 5×7 print
- Daily complimentary private cabana rental
- Luxury car transport to/from airport
- Starting rate: $16,000 ++. Valid for the month of February. Package and inclusions subject to availability.
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The Alida – Savannah, Georgia
Savannah provides an idyllic backdrop for a romantic getaway, while The Alida provides the perfect accommodations. This Valentine’s Day the hotel is offering the below for couples:
- Penthouse Suite Accommodations for two nights
- Private rooftop or in-suite dinner from Chef Zachary Chancey
- 1-hour Moke Rental to explore the city of Savannah in style
- In-suite massages provided by local spa partner
- Record player in-suite and choice of classic and modern music including Elvis Pressley, Johnny Cash, Stevie Wonder and more to set the romantic scene
- Welcome cocktail/champagne to cheers to a weekend of love
- Rates start at $5,500 for two nights
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A Romantic Escape in Wine Country
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Mondrian Los Angeles Unveils its Chic “Worth a Million Roses” Suite and Hotel Package Curated by The Million Roses
The Mondrian Los Angeles is offering guests an unforgettable escape with the ‘Worth a Million Roses’ hotel package in collaboration with The Million Roses, the first company to create sustainably and ethically preserved rose boxes. Guests can immerse themselves in chic sophistication with this exclusive hotel package designed to celebrate milestones such as anniversaries, birthdays, baby showers or even unforgettable wedding proposals. The hotel package comes with the Skyview Loft boldly dressed by The Million Roses to set the scene for a one-of-a-kind stay.
The hotel package will include:
- Skyview Loft up to two guests
- Room dressed by The Million Roses
- One bottle of premium champagne
“This collaboration is all about celebrating life’s most special moments,” says Carl Hubbard, General Manager of Mondrian Los Angeles. “With our beautifully adorned suite by The Million Roses and the stunning views from our Skyview Loft, this hotel package will make any celebration feel extra special.”
“We are thrilled to partner with the Mondrian Los Angeles to bring to life the Worth a Million Roses Suite. They have been exceptional partners throughout this journey and we can’t wait for guests to experience what we have in store,” says Doniz Pauillac, Chief Operating Officer of The Million Roses.
The “Worth a Million Roses” hotel package is now available for bookings until February 17, 2024. Blackout dates may apply. Lead in rates start at $2,995 per night, based on the Skyview Loft.
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- It’s been YEARS since I’ve been, but I loved the Mondrian
Celebrity Cruises
A Celebrity Cruise is the perfect Valentine’s Day getaway, offering the ideal balance of romance, luxury, and adventure. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing escape or an exciting journey to breathtaking destinations, Celebrity’s world-class ships provide an unforgettable setting to celebrate love. From elegant dining experiences to intimate sunset views on your private balcony, every moment onboard is designed to bring couples closer together. With award-winning service, upscale amenities, and an ambiance that exudes sophistication, this cruise line ensures that your Valentine’s getaway feels effortless and indulgent.
Beyond the stunning onboard experience, Celebrity Cruises take you to some of the most romantic destinations in the world, from pristine tropical beaches to charming European coastlines. Spend your days unwinding at the onboard spa, sipping handcrafted cocktails by the pool, or exploring picturesque ports hand in hand. Whether you want to indulge in a gourmet dinner under the stars, dance the night away, or simply relax with a glass of wine and panoramic ocean views, Celebrity Cruises offers the perfect backdrop for a love-filled getaway at sea.
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