The Bucket List Romantic Escapes: 1000 Ideas for Couples

Kathryn Romeyn and Kelli Acciardo

Gorgeously photographed and endlessly accessible, this exhaustive guide to the world’s most romantic locations, spectacular views, unforgettable walks, cozy hotels, and intimate restaurants is a must have for anyone planning a romantic getaway.

This is the definitive guide to the world’s most romantic places filled with glorious vacation ideas perfect for planning destination weddings, honeymoons, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day, or even just a special couple’s weekend away.

Featuring the most idyllic trips for the entire spectrum of intimate relationships—from longtime married couples to just getting acquainted, from gay to straight—this volume showcases carefully curated selections of top romantic spots across every continent with expert advice on where to go, what to do, where to eat, and what to see: spend a weekend at a castle on a private island in the Danube; learn to tango in a Buenos Aires cantina; stay in a rustic Thai treehouse overlooking a beach; recreate Lady and the Tramp’s spaghetti kiss in New York’s Little Italy.

Sandy beaches, indulgent spas, cozy inns: these pages contain something for every type of couple and provide the perfect inspiration for planning a special getaway, whether to celebrate an engagement, anniversary, special occasion, or “just because.”

Print length

416 pages

Language

English

Publisher

Rizzoli Universe

Publication date

March 3 2026

Dimensions

17.78 x 3.56 x 23.42 cm