Top 5 Romantic Holiday Destinations

05 May 2025

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Everyone can do with some more romance in their life. Romantic love can lead to increased happiness, reduced stress, improved immune function, and even a longer life span. Even if it is a short-lived romance. The perfect romantic escape can do wonders for you and your well-being as well as build long lasting memories. Our list of the Top 5 Romantic Holiday Destinations is the place to start your adventure.

From classic European charm to far-flung island bliss, here are five of the most enchanting destinations where romance can truly flourish. Pick your next elite FMTY companion, set the destination andlet the good times roll!

A young couple about to kiss in the sunset light

1. Santorini, Greece – Sunset Dreams and Whitewashed Bliss

Few places in the world are as effortlessly romantic as Santorini. With its iconic whitewashed buildings perched high above the Aegean Sea and blue-domed churches glowing beneath spectacular sunsets, this Greek island has long been a favourite for couples in search of Mediterranean charm.

You’ll find yourself drawn to intimate cliffside suites, often complete with private infinity pools, where you can toast the end of the day with local wine as the sky turns gold. The island’s winding cobbled streets and cliffside restaurants make for idyllic evening strolls and candlelit dinners with breathtaking sea views — perfect for rekindling romance or celebrating new love.

2. Ubud, Bali – Jungle Hideaways and Soulful Serenity

Tucked away in the lush heart of Bali, Ubud is a sanctuary for lovers seeking peace, beauty, and spiritual connection. Imagine waking in a secluded jungle villa, surrounded by emerald green rice terraces and the gentle sounds of nature. Ubud’s reputation for wellness and indulgence makes it the perfect setting for couples' massages, yoga sessions for two, and flower-strewn baths overlooking the treetops.

Beyond the spa experience, you can immerse yourselves in Balinese culture through temple visits, traditional dance performances, and local cuisine served under candlelight in exotic settings. Ubud is where nature, romance and mindfulness intertwine in the most intimate of ways.

3. Venice, Italy – Timeless Romance on the Water

With its dreamy canals and baroque architecture, Venice remains one of the world’s most beloved destinations for romance. It’s hard not to feel enchanted as you drift along the city’s waterways on a gondola, serenaded by the soft splash of water and the echoes of Italian song.

By day, you can explore Renaissance churches and art galleries (like the Contini Galleria D'Art) hand in hand, and by evening, sip aperitifs at waterside cafés as the city begins to glow. Venice invites you to lose yourselves in its labyrinth of alleyways, finding hidden courtyards and quiet corners that feel like your very own secret escape. This is a place where time slows down and every moment becomes a shared memory.

4. Kyoto, Japan – Tranquillity, Culture and Cherry Blossoms

If your idea of romance involves quiet beauty and timeless tradition, Kyoto will speak to your soul. As Japan’s former imperial capital, it offers couples a journey into elegance and serenity. Visiting during cherry blossom season is an experience like no other — the city is transformed into a sea of delicate pink, and the custom of hanami (flower viewing) creates an incredibly romantic atmosphere.

Staying in a traditional ryokan, complete with tatami floors, silk robes and private hot spring baths, you’ll find moments of peace and connection at every turn. Walk through bamboo forests, explore ancient temples, and enjoy tea ceremonies that celebrate simplicity and presence — Kyoto is a destination for couples who find intimacy in quiet places.

5. Seychelles – Island Paradise Made for Two

Far removed from the bustle of everyday life, the Seychelles offers an exotic island paradise that feels tailor-made for lovers. This Indian Ocean archipelago is renowned for its dazzling beaches, swaying palm trees and impossibly blue waters — the kind of scenery that seems to have been plucked straight from a dream.

Whether you’re swimming with turtles, sailing at sunset, or dining barefoot beneath the stars, the Seychelles delivers romance in its purest form. Luxurious beachfront resorts offer all the privacy and indulgence you could wish for, while the gentle pace of island life lets you truly unwind in each other’s company.

Your Romantic So And So!

Romantic holidays are not just about candlelit dinners — they’re about shared adventures, whispered conversations, and moments that linger long after the trip ends. Whether you're clinking glasses on a cliffside in Santorini, getting lost in the canals of Venice, or falling asleep to the sounds of the jungle in Bali, these destinations promise to elevate your time together into something unforgettable.

So, where will your love story take you next? And just as importantly who with? We hope we have helped with the where, now let us help with the who with! Visit our home page for an array of stunning, high class FMTY companions ready to set off on a romantic adventure with you.