Luxury romance and date nights are not defined by high costs. Instead, they’re about the intention, effort, and presence invested in connecting with your significant other.
Intentional date nights make a real difference in relationships, according to research from the National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia. Couples who engage in date nights at least once a month report higher sexual satisfaction, better communication, and deeper connection. The key is intention, rather than expense or extravagance. Intentional dating, defined as planning, sharing goals, and active engagement, has been shown to foster stronger, more satisfying relationships.
As couples celebrate love this Valentine’s Day, here are luxurious bookable packages, romantic experiences, and destinations that foster true luxury, memorable celebrations and quality time with your significant other.
Luxury Experiences Couples Should Book For Romance
Private Boat Experience in the Amalfi Coast
Some places naturally invite romance, and the Amalfi Coast is one of those destinations. The Amalfi Coast is a premier destination for couples. It immediately sparks emotional attraction, allowing them to express admiration for the scenery and for each other. From the dramatic cliffside scenery overlooking the Mediterranean Sea to the pastel-colored villages, the Amalfi Coast is perfect for an intimate dinner.
How You Do Amalfi Right: Book a sunset dinner cruise with Amalfi in Style. An experienced captain will welcome you on board for 4 hours of amazing views of the coastline. The captain will pick you up from the port closest to your accommodation. Then, you will cruise along the Amalfi Coast, passing by the picturesque towns of Positano, Amalfi, Atrani, Conca dei Marini, and more. Your journey will continue to a seaside restaurant accessible only by boat for a romantic Italian dinner under the stars.
Exclusive Picnic Experience In Mexico’s Most Romantic Gardens
Just two hours outside of Mexico City, in the heart of Morelos, is Jardines de México. It is recognized as the world’s largest and most spectacular thematic floral garden. There are over 126 acres of thematic gardens featuring sculptures, art, and peaceful walking paths. Jardines de México is known for inspiring and delighting guests of all ages.
How You Do Mexico Right: Jardines de México offers couples unforgettable moments with a garden picnic. Culinary offerings include a variety of platters. There is also a restaurant on the property that fuses the best of Mexican culinary tradition with contemporary elements, set against its one-of-a-kind views.
Jazz and Dinner in New Orleans
February adds a natural romance to a city already full of celebrations, as residents are likely knee-deep in its Mardi Gras season. Take a moment away from New Orleans’ carnival season to visit the birthplace of jazz, where you can enjoy intimate, authentic performances by world-class local musicians in historic venues.
How You Do New Orleans Right: Start your evening by enjoying jazz at Kermit’s Treme Mother-In-Law Lounge, Candlelight Lounge, or Preservation Hall. Then, have dinner at the Black-owned Morrow Steak by Larry Morrow. Morrow is redefining luxury dining with an emphasis on exceptional steak craft and sophisticated flavors. This restaurant skillfully blends opulence with innovation, creating a distinctive dining experience that captures the vibrant essence of New Orleans.
Hotel Packages To Book This Valentine’s Day
“Napa-ly Ever After” Experience at The Meritage Resort and Spa
The “Napa-ly Ever After” package at Meritage Resort and Spa is an over-the-top romantic escape that allows couples to rest, relax, and intentionally spend time together for three nights in a luxurious suite. Couples who book the package will receive a round-trip chauffeured airport transfer, daily breakfast, and a local welcome amenity. A private hot air balloon ride at sunrise, a blissful couples massage, and a sound bath in the property’s Estate Cave are also included.
Just when you think that’s not enough, the package includes a scenic Wine Train journey with a decadent lunch onboard, an in-suite three-course dinner with wine pairings from Ember, and an exclusive, hands-on wine blending session led by a Trinitas Cellars expert.
Book by contacting reservations@meritageresort.com at least seven days before travel.
Four-Course Meal Experience at Elora inside Hotel Volga, Mexico City
The architectural beauty Hotel Volga will host a major Valentine’s Day event inside its award-winning restaurant Elora. The evening event, called Una Noche de Amor en Elora, will feature a four-course set menu at the hotel’s stunning venue.
Elora is unique in the culinary universe of Edo Kobayashi, a Mediterranean meeting of cuisines and continents bathed by this sea. Masterfully headed by Chef Juan Manuel González, Elora is a feast rooted in the land and the sea, where you get excellent ingredients bathed in the sun and grown in a generous terrain. The four-course, prix fixe dinner will be accompanied by rosé wine.
Rest, Romance, Repeat at Southernmost Beach Resort in Key West
The newly renovated Southernmost Resort in Key West is inviting couples to snuggle up, watch the sunset on the resort’s private beach, and explore Key West’s historic Old Town. Lovers can book the “Rest, Romance, Repeat” offer, which includes a complimentary bottle of sparkling wine and a $150 spa credit for use at Southernmost Beach Resort’s Petite Spa.
The Southernmost Spa offers exclusive service amid stunning ocean views and the warmth of the sun. The Tropical Retreat Package, for example, is a tension-busting massage that treats the whole body. For this service, the focus is on the traditional stress-holding areas of the back, neck, and shoulders with light to medium pressure.
Destinations That Do Luxury Romance Right
Sedona, Arizona
When it comes to a destination that highlights stillness, consider Sedona, Arizona. Romance here isn’t performative. Instead, it’s found in experiences such as sound baths, healing spa sessions, or hiking among the majestic burnt-red rock formations. Sedona invites couples to share something increasingly rare: uninterrupted presence.
The Experience: Reserve time at Jenesis House. Founded by Jenesis Laforcarde, this Black-woman-owned wellness resort in Sedona, Arizona, is designed for restoration and healing. Located on a 4-acre sanctuary, it offers 10 curated suites, a spa, a bathhouse, a tea house, and specialized wellness experiences, including Vortex Meditation and yoga. It is considered Arizona’s first Black-woman-owned wellness resort.
Oaxaca, Mexico
For couples looking to connect through ritual and flavor, look no further than Oaxaca, Mexico, where romance is rooted in culture. Couples can experience traditional temazcal ceremonies led by local practitioners, where heat, herbs, and intention guide a shared release.
The Experience: Book a private experience with Temazcal Oaxaca. The experience also includes transportation for your private party, if needed.
