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What makes a TUI romantic holiday?

We take the phrase ‘love is in the air’ literally around here. Our romantic holidays – handpicked breaks and escapes tailored to loved-up duos – whisk you and your partner away to some of the world’s most swoon-worthy spots. And we’ve got something for every couple, whether you’re set on an adults-only getaway or just want somewhere secluded to spend quality time together.

Some of our romantic escapes

There’s no better way to celebrate your love than saying ‘I do’ on faraway shores and stretching out on a pearly white beach after the big day. But who says you need a reason to ramp up the romance? We’ve handpicked a selection of spa holidays where you and your partner can treat yourselves to sauna soaks and couples’ massages, just because.

Honeymoons. Start married life as you mean to go on with one of our post-wedding getaways – we’ve got lots of luxury holidays for couples fresh from the aisle.Explore honeymoon holidays.

Honeymoons

Start married life as you mean to go on with one of our post-wedding getaways – we’ve got lots of luxury holidays for couples fresh from the aisle.

Explore honeymoon holidays.

Spa holidays. Matching robes at the ready – these picks level up couples’ holidays with spa access, so you can dial up the R&R, as well as the romance.Search for spa holidays.

Spa holidays

Matching robes at the ready – these picks level up couples’ holidays with spa access, so you can dial up the R&R, as well as the romance.

Search for spa holidays.

Weddings. Searching for the perfect place to swap rings? Our weddings packages pop you and your beau in the likes of Thailand, Cyprus and the Maldives.Explore weddings abroad.

Weddings

Searching for the perfect place to swap rings? Our weddings packages pop you and your beau in the likes of Thailand, Cyprus and the Maldives.

Explore weddings abroad.

Reasons to book with TUI

  • Always ABTA and ATOL protected

    Our package holidays are ATOL and ABTA protected, so you know you and your money are safe.

  • Award-winning, however you holiday.

    We’ve scooped loads of awards for our holidays, our customer service and more.

  • Life’s memories, made on holiday.

    From first holidays to honeymoons and everything in between, we’re here for life’s best bits.

  • The perks of Premium

    Fly high with a glass of bubbly and extra-legroom when you upgrade your long-haul flight with TUI Airways.

Deals on romantic holidays

Where’s best for LGBTQ+ couples’ holidays?

There are lots of great destinations for couples from the LGBTQ+ community, from whitewashed Greek islands to Spanish fly-and-flop favourites. Here are some spots to consider, whether you’re after an inclusive city break or somewhere to host your dream same-sex wedding...

Mykonos. Beachfront drag shows and LGBTQ+ summer festivals are on the cards on Greece’s most glamorous island.Browse Mykonos holidays.

Mykonos

Beachfront drag shows and LGBTQ+ summer festivals are on the cards on Greece’s most glamorous island.

Browse Mykonos holidays.

Iceland. Couples can snuggle up in Reykjavik’s gay bars – lots of them host regular, queer-friendly karaoke nights.Browse Iceland holidays.

Iceland

Couples can snuggle up in Reykjavik’s gay bars – lots of them host regular, queer-friendly karaoke nights.

Browse Iceland holidays.

Gran Canaria. LGBTQ+ holiday-goers love this place for its ‘come as you are’ vibe and big, twice-a-year pride parades.Browse Gran Canaria holidays.

Gran Canaria

LGBTQ+ holiday-goers love this place for its ‘come as you are’ vibe and big, twice-a-year pride parades.

Browse Gran Canaria holidays.

Lesbos. Daytrip to the birthplace of Sappho, the ancient Greek lesbian poet, from Greece’s lesser-known islands.Browse North Aegean Islands holidays.

Lesbos

Daytrip to the birthplace of Sappho, the ancient Greek lesbian poet, from Greece’s lesser-known islands.

Browse North Aegean Islands holidays.

Amsterdam. Rainbow flags aren’t just for pride in the Dutch capital – they line the bar-filled ‘gay street’ year-round.Browse Amsterdam holidays.

Amsterdam

Rainbow flags aren’t just for pride in the Dutch capital – they line the bar-filled ‘gay street’ year-round.

Browse Amsterdam holidays.

Benidorm . Drag queens and go-go dancers are regular performers in this bustling Spanish city’s loud, proud old town.Browse Benidorm holidays.

Benidorm

Drag queens and go-go dancers are regular performers in this bustling Spanish city’s loud, proud old town.

Browse Benidorm holidays.

Phuket. Nightly shows featuring drag queens and go-go dancers make this place one of Asia’s top LGBTQ+ travel destinations.Browse Thailand holidays.

Phuket

Nightly shows featuring drag queens and go-go dancers make this place one of Asia’s top LGBTQ+ travel destinations.

Browse Thailand holidays.

Cancun. LGBTQ+ holiday-goers love this place for its laidback beaches, welcoming atmosphere and bustling nightlife.Browse Cancun holidays.

Cancun

LGBTQ+ holiday-goers love this place for its laidback beaches, welcoming atmosphere and bustling nightlife.

Browse Cancun holidays.

Discover romantic holidays with TUI

Best same-sex wedding destinations. Tying the knot on your trip? Find out our fave places for same-sex ceremonies.Discover our suggestions for same-sex wedding destinations.

Best same-sex wedding destinations

Tying the knot on your trip? Find out our fave places for same-sex ceremonies.

Discover our suggestions for same-sex wedding destinations.

The best places to get married abroad. Add wedding rings to your packing list when you say ‘I do’ in these dreamy destinations.Read about our top spots for getting married overseas.

The best places to get married abroad

Add wedding rings to your packing list when you say ‘I do’ in these dreamy destinations.

Read about our top spots for getting married overseas.

The most romantic holiday destinations. Check out the spots at the top of our romantic getaways list, from Sorrento to St Lucia.See which destinations we’re loving for romantic holidays.

The most romantic holiday destinations

Check out the spots at the top of our romantic getaways list, from Sorrento to St Lucia.

See which destinations we’re loving for romantic holidays.

Best hotels with private pools. If a private swimming spot is a must-have on all your romantic breaks, look no further.Have a look at our recommendations for hotels with private pools.

Best hotels with private pools

If a private swimming spot is a must-have on all your romantic breaks, look no further.

Have a look at our recommendations for hotels with private pools.

The best honeymoon destinations. We’ve lined up the top places to spend newlywed life – think Italy, Greece and Thailand.Read the full list of the best honeymoon destinations.

The best honeymoon destinations

We’ve lined up the top places to spend newlywed life – think Italy, Greece and Thailand.

Read the full list of the best honeymoon destinations.

FAQs

What are the best romantic holiday destinations?

The best romantic holiday destination depends on what you and your partner are looking for. Santorini delivers whitewashed towns and pinch-me sunsets, while the Maldives promises secluded villas and coconut-coloured beaches.

What makes a holiday destination romantic?

For most couples, it’s the chance to spend quality time together that makes a holiday destination romantic – whether that means sharing authentic Italian cuisine in Italy, hiking through the rainforest in St Lucia or spending all afternoon flaked out on a tucked-away beach in Croatia.

What are the best romantic city breaks?

The best romantic city breaks come courtesy of places like Paris and Venice. The French ‘City of Love’ lines up handheld walks along the Seine and picnics by the Eiffel Tower, while Italy’s floating city offers scenic gondola rides and aperitivos on cobbled streets.

What are the best beach holidays for couples?

There are lots of options for couples looking at booking one of our romantic beach holidays. Jamaica’s got textbook-tropical stretches that go on for miles, while Paphos, Cyprus is a great option a little closer to home – it’s the birthplace of Aphrodite, the ancient Greek goddess of love.

What should couples look for when choosing a romantic holiday?

There are lots of things to look for when choosing a romantic holiday. For example, a beachfront location and spa facilities are all nice-to-have features if you’re looking for something laidback with a touch of luxury. It’s worth looking up adults-only holidays for couples if you’re after a child-free break, too.

Which destinations are best for celebrating a special occasion?

Special occasion holidays are best spent in places like the Maldives. It’s filled with luxury resorts on private islands, where you can splurge on an over-water villa. The Caribbean islands, like Barbados and Jamaica, are great picks for anniversary holidays, too. Expect intimate boat trips for two and private dinners on the beach.