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Best places for a romantic winter getaway

Sunseekers or snowbirds? Find inspiration for your next couples’ getaway here.
Winter is the season of romance – think cosy nights in, mistletoe-laden Christmas parties and, of course, Valentine’s Day in February. So what could be better than throwing a couples' holiday into the mix? Whether you've just become a couple or you've just got hitched – there’s nothing like a trip abroad to bring you closer together. Here are our top picks for a romantic winter escape, from sun-soaked Mexico to cold-yet-cosy Lapland.

Best for sun-seekers - Mexico

Fancy ditching the cold winter weather and heading to sunnier shores? Make Mexico your holiday destination of choice. On Mexico’s Caribbean Coast there are endless swathes of sand, famous ancient sights to visit like Chichen Itza, and loads of top snorkelling spots. Over on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, you’ve got stylish, upmarket resorts, adrenalin-fuelled activities like zip-lining in the Sierra Madre Mountains, and loads of jungle scenery to explore. Our adults-only TUI BLUE El Dorado Seaside Suites & Spa hotel in Riviera Maya is a top choice for a couples escape. Here, you’ve got everything from in-room hot tubs to four-poster day beds on the beach and even poolside waiter service.

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A couple walk through a beach resort decorated with colourful streamers.

Best for the Christmas-obsessed couple – Lapland

Lapland isn’t just for little ones. This Christmas-centric destination of dreams lines up plenty for grown-ups too, including husky sled rides, romantic restaurants, and après ski-style nightlife – not to mention the best scenery you’ve ever clapped eyes on. And, of course, if you do fancy channelling your inner child, you’re welcome to join in the snowball flights with elves, meet and greets with Santa, and reindeer-feeding too. Best of all, when it comes to places to stay, there are cosy log cabins, big contemporary hotels in the heart of the city, and even igloos to choose from. Stay at the ultra-special, glass-roofed Santa's Igloos Arctic Circle and you’ll be able to see the night sky from the comfort of your bed – what could be more romantic than that?

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Best for culture vultures – New York

The Big Apple is not only the setting for many a romantic film – Sleepless in Seattle, When Harry Met Sally and Enchanted included – there are so many sights and activities for every kind of traveller. From strolling hand-in-hand through Central Park to taking a sunset boat ride past the Statue of Liberty and seeing a show on Broadway, there’s so much to do. Head there during the festive season and you’ll also be able to see the city decorated in sparkling Christmas lights, take a look at the Rockafella Christmas tree (of Home Alone fame) and go ice skating in Central Park. Hotel-wise, stay at The Surrey for its swanky surrounds and Upper East Side location. Or try Arlo SoHo, which is in Manhattan's most fashion-forward neighbourhood and surrounded by boutiques and cafes.

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Best for luxury lovers - Mauritius

Turquoise lagoons, powder-soft beaches and emerald-green forests – it’s no wonder that tropical paradise Mauritius is a top honeymoon spot. But, of course, you don’t have to be just-hitched to enjoy a holiday there. Stay at the adults-only Ambre Mauritius and you’re right next to a tropical lagoon, so snorkelling is top of the agenda – alongside swimming in the hotel’s huge, beachfront infinity pool. And romantic dinners are taken care of at three restaurants – the buffet-style main restaurant, à la carte Dolce Vita Italian, which is part of the All Inclusive package, and the beachfront La Plage if you want to splash out and pay extra.

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Palm trees rise over a calm stretch of beach at sunset.

Best for indecisive couples – Morocco

location, and eight restaurants for you to choose from. Are you chalk and cheese when it comes to travel? We hear you. Enter Morocco, a best-of-both-worlds winter destination that you’ll both love thanks to its mix of beach resorts and sought-after cities. Stay at the beachfront Riu Palace Tikida Agadir in the winter months, for example, and you can make the most of Agadir’s year-round warmth on the beach – just bring some extra layers for the evenings. Or, head to the adults-only TUI BLUE Medina Gardens and you’ll be right in the heart of Marrakech – a 10-minute wander from Jemaa el-Fna square, the city’s spice-laden souks and the storied Koutoubia mosque.

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Author: Katie Gregory

Last updated: 10.12.2025

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