Love and Adventure: Best Vacation Spots for Young Couples

Combining love and travel is a bit like walking into your favourite ice cream shop. You know you’re about to have the sweetest and most satisfying treat of your life, but it might also get a little messy and unpredictable — especially on a hot day. So, it’s important that you choose your flavour (or in this case, your destination) wisely. 

With that in mind, we’ve rounded up some of the most romantic vacation destinations for young couples. Get ready to explore new places, meet new people, try new things and, most importantly, share some incredible travel experiences with the person you love. 

• Tulum, Mexico
• Bali, Indonesia
• Lisbon, Portugal
• Oahu, Hawai‘i
• Queenstown, New Zealand
• Paris, France
• Amalfi Coast, Italy
• Mykonos, Greece

• Explore the Tulum ruins: No trip to Tulum would be complete without visiting these incredible ruins — it’s one of the most fantastic historical sites in Mexico.
• Relax at a spa: With so many all-inclusive resorts in the area, finding a spa is easy. Don’t miss your chance to indulge in some R&R with your partner.
• Swim in magical cenotes: Falling in love requires taking a leap of faith — as does jumping into these natural swimming holes, which can be found across Tulum. 
• Take a cooking class: Spice things up by learning to cook classic Mexican dishes, including tacos, tamales and fresh salsa.

• Get a massage: Spas can be found across Bali, from Ubud to Canggu. Stop by any one for a rejuvenating massage or other treatment.
• Attend a yoga retreat: Yoga is even more enjoyable when you’re surrounded by Bali’s exotic flora and fauna. 
• Join a rice paddy cycling tour: For couples that want to stay active while on vacation, this is an excellent choice. You get to keep your heartrate up and take in beautiful views.
• Visit ancient temples: There are so many amazing temples to visit in Bali, including the Ulun Danu Beratan Temple, the Lempuyang Temple, the Besakih Temple and more. 

• Walk along the Tagus River: Lined with beautiful gardens, cafés and restaurants, the banks of the Tagus River are ideal for strolling hand-in-hand with a loved one.
• Visit the São Jorge Castle: This is one of the most loved landmarks in Lisbon and is therefore also one of the best places to snap an awe-inducing photo.
• Take a sunset cruise: Many companies offer leisurely cruises along the Tagus River — it’s an amazing way to see the city from a different perspective.
• Stay in a quaint hotel: Lisbon is home to several charming hotels that are ideal for romantic getaways.

• Go snorkelling: Hawai‘i has some of the best snorkelling and diving spots in the world. You can see colourful fish, reefs, turtles and other marine life.
• Ride the waves: Whether you’re a beginner or experienced surfer, you can find a spot to hang ten off the coast of Oahu.
• Visit Pearl Harbor: This historic site, home to the USS Arizona Memorial, commemorates the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor.
• Attend a luau: An activity that invites you to learn about Hawaiian culture and enjoy a delicious meal? Sign us up!

• Bungee jump: One of the most popular spots for this activity is the Kawarau Gorge Suspension Bridge. You’ve travelled to the adventure capital of the world, so you might as well!
• Sip local wines: The Gibbston area of Queenstown is known as the “Valley of the Vines.” If that doesn’t convince you and your partner to have glass of wine, we don’t know what will.
• Go jet boating on the Dart River: Are you and your partner adrenalin junkies? Go for an exhilarating, high-speed and scenic ride.
• Fly over Lake Wakatipu: There’s no better way to experience New Zealand’s natural beauty.

• Take in the views from the Eiffel Tower: Climbing to the top of the Eiffel Tower, particularly at night, is probably the most romantic thing you can do. 
• Watch a show at the Moulin Rouge: Feathers! Sequins! Rhinestones! What more could you need during a night out in Paris?
• Window shop on the Champs-Élysées: With so many luxury brands, including Cartier, Hermès and Versace, this is the perfect spot to live out your Pretty Woman-style shopping fantasies.
• Picnic in one of the city’s many parks: Paris is one of the best places in the world for picnics, thanks in large part to the beautiful lawns at the Luxembourg Gardens and other parks. 

• Take a boat to the Blue Grotto: Located in the town of Capri, this cave is known for its bright-blue waters and otherworldly beauty.
• Hike the Path of the Gods: This is one of the most stunning routes on the Amalfi Coast, but there are also plenty of other trails to choose from.
• Swim in the Mediterranean Sea: This part of Italy is home to turquoise waters and umbrella-lined beaches. Take your pick!
• Taste the local cuisine: Restaurants on the Amalfi Coast cook up some of the best food in Italy. Be sure to try the fresh seafood and pasta — and the limoncello! 

• Visit the city’s famous windmills: This UNESCO World Heritage Site is located on a hilltop, offering stunning views of the island. 
• Go island hopping: With several other Greek islands located nearby — including Santorini, Paro and Naxos — there are endless boat trips to be had.
• Relax on a white-sand beach: Mykonos is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, including Paradise Beach, Super Paradise Beach and Elia Beach.
• Dance the night away: The island has a vibrant nightlife, with many bars and clubs staying open late.

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