6 Romantic Places to Spend Christmas with Your Significant Other
Holiday Romance Around the World
It’s undeniable that Christmas inspires romance. Whether it be kissing your sweetheart under the mistletoe or exchanging special gifts in an intimate setting, there’s something about the Christmas season that makes us feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
Booking a romantic vacation over the Christmas holidays is a great way to celebrate the season and fuel the fire between you and that special someone. Check out our picks for some of the best places in the world for Christmas getaways for couples.
You’ll find a bit of everything from Christmas on the beach in South Africa to exploring the famous Viennese Christmas markets to a traditional Christmas retreat in the Colorado Mountains.
Traditional Christmas in Colorado
With world-class skiing, snow play areas, cozy cabins in the mountains and hot springs retreats, Colorado is a veritable winter wonderland. It’s one of the best places in the world to get that postcard perfect Christmas you’ve always dreamed of and to encourage romantic memories that will last a lifetime.
If you like city life, Denver offers plenty of exciting entertainment, shopping and activities, and is less than an hour from the mountains. However, if you are looking to really tuck away, there are plenty of charming bed and breakfasts and cozy mountain cabins far away from the lights and sounds of civilization.
A Southern Christmas in Asheville
Asheville is a small, artsy town in North Carolina best known for its historic architecture, including the dome-topped Basilica of Saint Lawrence and the massive Biltmore Estate. The downtown Arts District is filled with galleries and museums that are perfect for strolling hand-in-hand with your love, making this the perfect Christmas vacation idea for couples.
The Biltmore Estate is a must-see. For the top romantic experience in Asheville, book a spot on the Biltmore’s Candlelight Christmas Evening tour and stay for live music in the Winter Garden in the evening. The Inn on Biltmore Estate is one of the most romantic places to stay and will certainly be decked out for the festive season.
If you love autumn you'll love checking out one of the country's best fall festivals. From food to competitions to rides, these celebrations have it all!
Shopping Christmas Markets in Vienna
Vienna is world famous for its December markets which have been happening year after year since 1254. The most beautiful squares around the city are transformed into magical Christmas markets full of baked goods, warm drinks, Christmas ornaments and other decor.
Vienna Christmas World on Rathausplatz has around 150 stalls and is the most famous, but you will find stalls selling Christmas goodies scattered throughout Vienna. After you’ve shopped til you’ve dropped, wander through the Belvedere Palace Christmas Village for even more festive fun.
