Whether you are going on your first ever romantic getaway, or your second honeymoon, there are lots of ways to make a romantic weekend trip with your partner that little bit more special.  The first thing to consider, of course, is where you will stay.  A good hotel will give you somewhere comfortable and romantic to spend time together, relaxing and enjoying each other's company.

The Pleasure of Being Waited Upon

A good hotel can really add to the experience of a romantic weekend trip, as you can enjoy the experience of relaxing in a hot tub or sauna, and being waited on with room service, great food, and wines. Some popular romantic holiday destinations include the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, near Michigan.  This hotel was actually the location for the movie 'Somewhere in Time', making it doubly exciting, and if you are movie buffs, then it is an ideal place for a romantic holiday. You could even take a ride to the island in a horse drawn carriage, for the ultimate in unique and romantic relaxation. Read more

While everyone will agree that it is important to get away from it all every now and then, finding something that both of you will enjoy can sometimes be a little more problematic, especially if you both have very different interests.  Sometimes when you are planning a weekend getaway you can get caught up in what you would like to do, and forget to think about if your partner would enjoy it too.  If you are not able to get away frequently, then it is especially important to make sure that you will both enjoy the holiday.

Most couples will readily agree that they need some time alone, away from kids, work and other responsibilities and will go over many romantic weekend ideas before choosing one. However, there is a strong need for both of them to agree on their final destination in order to make it worth the trip. With weekend trips, travel time is at a premium and many simply choose someplace close to home for the sake of fitting it into their busy schedules. Read more