What to Plan Now: 12 Getaways for February
It happens every year.
Valentine’s Day sneaks up, and suddenly you're panic-buying a card 🥲
This year? Skip the scramble and plan something better. Whether you're into long dinners and wine tastings, jungle hideaways and spa days, or full-blown adventure, there's a romantic February getaway with your names on it. Or it could be the perfect time for a girl's trip!
Planning ahead for a couple’s retreat isn’t just romantic — it’s smart. Here’s why:
✅ You’ll actually have options (because nothing kills the mood like “sorry, we’re sold out!”)
✅ You can turn the trip into a surprise (especially if their love language is “pack your bags”)
✅ You get to enjoy the anticipation — and isn’t that half the fun?
A dozen roses? Forget about it. Scroll for a dozen better ways to say “I love you” — no matter how you two like to travel 🧭
A Dozen Roses… or a strip?
Winter In Europe
FINLAND | BELGIUM | ITALY
When is Europe not romantic? February might not deliver seaside spritzes in Positano or sunny strolls through the streets of Spain — but what it does offer is something else entirely. Think cozy villages, snow-dusted rooftops, and just the right amount of off-season magic.
It’s perfect for couples who crave quiet charm and a reason to cozy up a little closer.
💞 If your goal is to reconnect, head to Finnish Lapland: If snuggling up in a glass igloo while the northern lights dance overhead isn’t peak romance, what is? Spend your days snowshoeing through silent forests and your nights sipping something warm by the fire — preferably in matching robes.
🍷 If you want to wine & dine, head to Bruges, Belgium: Storybook canals, cobblestone streets, and cozy bistros serving rich Belgian fare. It’s a city made for hand-holding, lingering over fondue, and picking out the perfect box of chocolates together.
🥾 If you want to explore together, head to the Dolomites, Italy: Snowy peaks, alpine trails, and dramatic views that basically demand a couples selfie. Spend your days working up an appetite on the slopes and your evenings in a rustic mountain hut, sharing pasta and pretending it’s not your third glass of red.
Sun & Sand Escapes
MALDIVES | ANGUILLA | COSTA RICA
While everyone else is shivering, you could be sipping cocktails on a beach, watching the waves roll in. February is prime time for warm-weather escapes — no sweaters, no slush, no regrets.
Perfect for couples who crave sunshine and the occasional nap in a hammock.
💞 If your goal is to reconnect, head to the Maldives: Private overwater bungalows, endless turquoise water, and the kind of quiet luxury that makes you forget what day it is. No to-do lists, no distractions — just the two of you and room service delivered by boat.
🍷 If you want to wine & dine, head to Anguilla: Chic, low-key, and full of beach bars and beachfront restaurants, Anguilla is all about refined island vibes. Come for the calm waters, stay for the catch-of-the-day and sunset cocktails.
🥾 If you want to explore together, head to Costa Rica: Rainforests, volcanoes, and zipline-filled adventures — all balanced by beach days and jungle lodges. It’s the ideal blend of thrill and chill for couples who can’t sit still for long.
Far Flung Getaways
BALI | ARGENTINA | TANZANIA
February is a sweet spot for escaping to somewhere that feels far from ordinary. These spots serve up epic scenery and immersive experiences that don’t fade when the tan lines do.
Perfect for couples who want a trip that’s as bold as their bucket list.
💞 If your goal is to reconnect, head to Bali: Think tropical mornings and jungle villas that were designed for two. You’ll find calm, warmth, and just enough magic to feel like you hit pause on real life.
🍷 If you want to wine & dine, head to Mendoza, Argentina: Malbecs, mountain views, and vineyard lunches that stretch well into golden hour? Say no more. It’s wine country with just the right mix of wild and wonderful.
🥾 If you want to explore together, head to Tanzania: From sunrise game drives to sundowners in the Serengeti, Tanzania combines adventure with intimacy. Safari by day, stargazing by night.
Stay Close to Home
BANFF | CHARLESTON | NEW ORLEANS
You don’t have to cross an ocean to plan something special. These U.S. and Canada-based picks offer just the right amount of romance and charm.
Perfect for couples who want a getaway that’s easy to book and even easier to fall in love with.
💞 If your goal is to reconnect, head to Banff, Alberta: Cozy cabins, snowy peaks, and hot springs tucked into glacier-fed valleys. It’s practically a Hallmark movie. Or better yet, take a train tour through the Canadian Rockies to Banff and Lake Louise. Now that's romantic!
🍷 If you want to wine & dine, head to Charleston, South Carolina: Historic streets, rooftop cocktails, and candlelit dinners in courtyards that feel made for lingering. Come hungry, leave smitten.
🥾 If you want to explore together, head to New Orleans, Louisiana: Visit in the days leading up to Mardi Gras for the perfect mix of celebration and connection. Music, color, food, and a whole lot of feeling — New Orleans is a vibe, and a romantic one at that.
February cabin fever is real, but so is the list of destinations that shine in the middle of winter. A few more spots that didn’t make the main list but are still full of couple-worthy magic include: Edinburgh, Egypt, Brazil, Tulum, and Cartagena.
💫 P.S. Dreaming of a Valentine’s getaway but didn’t see the one? Send me a love note (aka: an inquiry form 😉) and we’ll take it from there.
