Romantic Weekend Getaways

Romantic weekend getaways can add variety to your relationship while letting you escape the stress and worries of everyday life.

Options for outdoor activities vary depending on the season and your location. If you live in Florida, you'll have trouble making it to a ski resort in a single weekend, and no one goes camping in Michigan in December unless they're trying to bag a buck. Pick an outdoor activity suited to your personal preferences and activity levels. While some couples love snuggling in a sleeping bag under the stars, for others, a romantic weekend getaway would include conquering a mountain peak.

With room service, housekeeping, a pool, spas, and many other amenities, hotels are great for a mini-vacation, even if you stay near home. Reserve the whirlpool suite for the ultimate in romance and relaxation.

While they provide lodging just like a hotel, bed and breakfasts offer a different atmosphere for your romantic weekend getaway. More likely to be quaint than luxurious, bed and breakfasts are designed to be your home away from home for the weekend.

With dining, dancing, culture, shopping, and more, large cities have much to offer a couple. Depending on where you live, the nearest big city may be a short car ride or train trip away. Discount airfare to popular tourist destinations like Las Vegas or New York can put many other cities within your reach and budget.

Who says you have to leave the house for a romantic weekend getaway? The important thing is escaping from your everyday obligations and concerns. This could just as easily mean dropping the kids off with your parents, unplugging the phone, and canceling your Sunday brunch with friends. Light a fire in the fireplace, enjoy a candlelight dinner, and make the most of your weekend "away."

• Planning ahead will help you clear your calendar and remove other potential distractions before the big weekend.
• The focus of the weekend should be spending time together, but it's perfectly fine to spend some time apart. If you're dying to visit the art museum, but your girlfriend would rather go shopping, go your separate ways for the afternoon, and meet for dinner.
• While there's something to be said for spontaneity, suddenly springing a weekend away on someone may not be the best way to go. If your wife has a big presentation on Monday, she's not going to be able to focus on your time together, and she may actually resent you taking her away from her work at such a crucial time - certainly not the best atmosphere for romance.
• A romantic weekend getaway can make a great gift for any occasion. However, if you want to get away for Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, or another holiday, you're likely to face higher costs and crowded accommodations. Make your plans for a few weeks after the holiday, or save the thought for that special someone's birthday.
• Set ground rules before you leave for distractions like phoning the kids, checking email, or even watching television.

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