Love Is All Around: 5 Luxury Romantic Getaways

With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, there’s no better time for a romantic getaway. Whether your penchant is for the city, the countryside, the beach, the slopes or indulgent spa, there’s a special place that’s perfect for you and your loved one. We’ve selected a few luxury venues that we think should fit the bill.

Romance in the City

Crosby Street Hotel - New York, USA

In a quiet cobbled street in the heart of New York’s vibrant SoHo district lies this gem of a hotel. Combining classic and contemporary with exquisite fabrics and wall coverings, it is intimate, comfortable, friendly and quiet…a real oasis of calm in the Big Apple. Enjoy a glass of champagne relaxing in the leafy private courtyard and for stunning views of Manhattan book one of the top floor rooms.

Accessories For The City

For Her: Black & Taupe Woven Leather Gloves For Him: Prince of Wales Check Cashmere Scarf

Romance in the Countryside

Borgo Santo Pietro - Tuscany, Italy

Tuscany at its most beautiful and best. Nestled in the heart of the countryside surrounded by exquisite gardens, rolling hills and cypress trees the Borgo Santo Pietro is a honeymoon haven where you can escape from the stresses of the outside world. Dating back to the 13th century the villa is stunningly decorated in a style reflecting its noble splendour and offers true luxury. The garden suites are a perfect choice with doors opening to their own private gardens.

Accessories For The Countryside

For Her: Check & Stripe Cashmere Ringshawl For Him: Tweed Cashmere Lined Leather Gloves

Romance by the Sea

Grace Santorini - Greek Islands

Perched high above the world famous Caldera with breathtaking views and stunning sunsets, the Grace Santorini is hard to beat for a romantic luxury escape. With uninterrupted panoramic sea views the hotel is a gleaming white paradise carved out of a cliff top. Built on several levels with an infinity pool, spa treatment room and intimate restaurant and bar, the rooms and suites are elegantly chic visions in white. For the ultimate in romantic luxury the villa is unsurpassed.

Accessories For The Sea

For Her: Navy & White Stripe Cotton Beach Bag For Him: Small Brim Woven Panama Hat

Romance in a Spa

Limewood - New Forest, England

Set in the heart of the New Forest National Park Limewood is a triumph. Originally a 13th century hunting lodge, it is a stunning regency house which has been sensitively and lovingly restored and extended. It combines luxury with relaxation and makes the ultimate romantic getaway. The Herb House is a very special and expansive spa for pampering and relaxation as well as health and fitness. The food is inspirational and the restaurant is run by one of the UK’s top chefs.

Accessories For The Spa

For Her: White Cashmere Socks For Him: Long Natural Cashmere Socks

Romance on the Slopes

Le Portetta - Courcheval France

First cousin to Limewood, Le Portetta has all its charms transported to the ski slopes Effortless style, wonderful food and relaxed comfort make for the ultimate romantic mountain retreat. It is a ski-in ski-out hotel with beautifully designed rooms overlooking the piste or the mountain. At night the twinkly lights from the valley and the low lighting in the restaurant enhance the romance. The rooms are woody and warm and the ambience cocoons you.