TRAVEL SPECIAL... Romance has a new address

Romance has a new address

Getaways and activities in California

Romance, like people, takes endless forms. Some couples splurge with champagne, candlelight dinners, and four-poster beds with all the trimmings. Others prefer the starry nights, the campfire stories or a rustic retreat with a snuggle-up-close fireplace you will find your perfect getaway in California.

GREAT GLAMPING DESTINATIONS

Get the starry nights, the campfire stories, the cosy sleeping bag, and all the best parts of camping in some of California’s most beautiful settingsbut without the hassle of hauling loads of gear into the backcountry. These glamping (short for “glamourous camping”) destinations give you the best of both worlds — a backto-nature break from everyday life, but enough comfort that you won’t wake up with a sore back and covered in mosquito bites. And the settings? Windswept bluffs overlooking the Pacific, high meadows in iconic national parks, even a safari park. For most locations, everything, including bedding and meals, are included, though some sites require you to bring your own sleeping bag and pillow.

PERFECT PLACES TO SEAL YOUR LOVE

Choosing your dream wedding location or your honeymoon can be easy, just opt for the one that reflects who you are as individuals, and as a couple. This can be key part to creating your perfect celebration. California has an unmatched variety of perfect settings for your ceremony — from low-key to luxury, wild and beautiful to rarefied elegance.

ULTIMATE SPA EXPERIENCES

Health and wellness are paramount in California, so it’s no surprise that the state has more than its share of high-end spas and wellness centres. Think four-star resorts in smart beach towns, luxe day spas with celebrity followings, and rustic-chic spiritual centres with natural hot springs. Whether you are looking for a day of luxurious pampering or a technologyfree weekend retreat, you’ll find your Zen in the Golden State.

ROMANTIC SMALL INNS AND B&Bs

California’s diverse collection of Bread & Breakfasts and small inns lets you find the boutique lodging that best fits your amorous style. If you like backpacking as a couple, then do try it all here. Ready?

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