If you are planning to go on a romantic vacation with your partner but have not settled on a destination yet, we have formed a list of some of the most-popular affordable getaway spots in the USA.
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Portland, Maine
The thought of Maine might conjure images of a sleepy coastal town with rocky coastlines, with boats blowing in the wind and the smell of lobster in the air. But there is so much more to Portland than that.
With a population of over 66,700 people, the largest city in Maine might not sound all that impressive to some, but it has every offering of any major US city. To top it off, Portland offers a range of delightful seafood cuisine.
The city also offers a range of secluded beaches situated on the island shorelines with a centuries-old lighthouse ready to explore and mouth-watering lobster rolls all within city limits!
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Cannon Beach
Located around 80-miles west of Portland, Oregon, Cannon Beach is a popular romantic getaway with breathtaking scenery, cozy bed and breakfast and intimate restaurants. Couples can spend the day strolling down the white sand beaches or spotting tufted puffins and migrating gray whales at Haystack Rock in spring!
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Sanibel Island
If Fort Myers Beach sounds too mainstream, and you are in the search of a more quaint and low-key destination, Sanibel Beach might just be the perfect romantic getaway for you. From its seashell covered beaches to the local shops and restaurants serving some of the most authentic local cuisine, the place has a chic vibe about it.
Do not miss the Periwinkle Way galleries and try the Sanibel stoop, or shelling along the lengthy stretches of sand, with the locals at least once during your stay.
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Puerto Rico
If you have not yet been to Puerto Rico, this might be a good time to pack your bags and get on a flight to the island. Less than three hours from Miami, Puerto Rico has both calm and clear waters for you to enjoy with the family as well as 20-foot tall waves for surfers to try and catch.
Since the island is part of US territory, you can use American bills for shopping in San Juan. Take a stroll back through time as you walk towards El Morro and take a closer look at the contemporary Calle del Cristo.
Puerto Rico offers a wide variation of landscape, right from the jungles of El Yunque to the caves of Parque de las Cavernas del Rio Camuy or the seclude islands of Culebra and Vieques.
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Asheville, North Carolina
You can call it Beer City USA, hipster haven, outdoorman’s retreat, college town, culinary destination, bluegrass home or a quainty mountain town, Asheville, NC is an unexpected gem. Located in North Carolina, just off Blue Ridge parkway, this is where vibrant art scenes intertwine with Southern traditions and picturesque scenery.
It is safe to say, Asheville has something to offer no matter what interest you. So while foodies can have a gala time exploring the many breweries and restaurants of the city, history buffs can get lost in the Biltmore Estate.
Culture buffs will find the River Arts District interesting while the adventure nuts can go hiking, zip lining, biking, or whitewater rafting in one of the many parks and forests.
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Sedona
While the more adventurous couple can hike the trails in the Red Rock State Park, those looking for some alone time can venture into the cozy retreat of their luxury resort or soak in the hot tub. No matter what you like, Sedona delivers.
Often regarded as one of the most beautiful places in USA for its dramatically colorful landscape, the vibrant red rocks and sandstone hills of Sedona with an eternally blue backdrop has been tugging at the creativity of artists for a long time!
So much so that filmmakers have been using these backdrops ever since we can remember, right from the days of Midnight Run to Broken Arrow.
But there is more to Sedona than its landscape and tryst with Hollywood. Spend your tying out some of the local traditional treatments, followed by a glass of local wine as you relax after a tiring day hiking some of the local trails.
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Savannah
Although a lot like South Carolina, this city located nearly 100-miles south of Charleston, SC, has a unique vibe. Here you will find southern fried chicken stalls sharing street space with edgy cafes and Savannah College of Art and Design students mixing with preservationists and ghost hunters!
This quirky mix is a welcome change for most people. Couples can walk on swanky moss-laden avenues and browse for souvenirs at the City market and spend time by the sea on Tybee Island. Find the best deals on hotels outside the city limits, but do not miss the nightlife and dining on River Street.
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Sonoma
Wine-loving couples that love the Napa countryside should consider Sonoma as the perfect alternative romantic destination to unwind. The county is known for its rustic Californian charm and an array of wineries.
Often considered Napa’s affordable sibling, Sonoma is filled with secluded resorts, laid-back vineyards, and hiking opportunities at the Sonoma Coast State Park for those moments when you need a break from the vino.
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Niagara Falls
Once known as the Honeymoon Capital of the World, Niagara Falls is the prime romantic destination for the more adventurous couple that do not mind a bit of kitsch! The place has quite a few wedding chapels and hotels backlit in colorful neon signs that some would consider cheesy.
But the Inniskillin Winery with its icewine vineyards is a truly romantic place for a stroll. If you do not mind getting wet, get aboard a Maid in the Mist Boat Tour on the Niagara River, or enjoy the Niagara Parks Botanical Gardens with your partner, or drive down to the Niagara Falls with the missus in tow!
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