If you and your partner are happier on the road than you are sitting around at home, then you definitely won’t lose when you surprise them with a Valentine’s Day getaway this year. But getting away for a little romantic rendezvous doesn’t have to be expensive.
Whether you’re seeking some sun this winter or you’d rather hit the slopes, or you want to explore a new urban destination, you can find budget-friendly options for travel this Valentine’s Day 2020. Here are seven options to consider.
1. North Carolina’s Southern Charm
If you’re flying out of the New York area (specifically Newark), you can score a lot of flight deals to North Carolina over Valentine’s Day weekend, with airfare as cheap as $106. Explore Asheville’s mountain charm and hip dining and shopping scenes.
See what Charlotte has to offer in terms of great museums, restaurants and history. Or visit a more off-the-beaten-path destination with a trip to Durham, where the quickly growing city provides top-tier dining, local shopping and adventures for couples of all types.
2. New Midwest Destinations
Similarly, you can find affordable flights to several Midwest destinations over Valentine’s Day weekend in 2020, with airfare out of Newark hovering around $150 for cities such as Cincinnati, Minneapolis and Columbus.
While you can expect blustery winter weather in the latter two, Cincinnati, located on the border between Ohio and Kentucky, offers milder temperatures. You can still walk about and see the sights, experiencing the city’s awesome green spaces and great beer culture without freezing.
3. Fly South
Where do you go if you’re already in the Midwest? There are plenty of cheap flights out of Chicago over Valentine’s Day weekend, especially if you want to head south. For less than $100, you and your honey could explore Southern staples such as Dallas and Atlanta, both offering amazing food scenes and world-class museums.
Houston isn’t much more expensive, with flights starting at $113 out of Chicago that weekend. If you want to hit a beach, you can easily do so with affordable flights to Myrtle Beach and Tampa.
4. The Slopes Or The Slots
If you’re based on the West Coast and traveling from LAX, you have plenty of great, affordable airfare options to choose from. Some winning choices that might fit the bill? How about flights to Denver for under $100 or flights to Las Vegas for not much more?
Whether you and your partner want to spend the romantic weekend skiing and then cozying up by the fire, or partying in the bright lights of Vegas, you can easily do either on a budget.
5. New England Bed And Breakfast
Of course, not all the great deals you can find over Valentine’s Day are limited to airfare. There are plenty of hotels that are offering Valentine’s Day specials, too. New England Inns & Resorts, for example, is offering a plethora of Valentine’s Day stay deals at properties all over the region, including in Maine, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Properties range from cozy inns to luxurious bed and breakfasts. Romantic bundles for the season include discounted dining offerings, spa treatments, wine pairings and other experiences perfect for a romantic getaway.
6. Ski In The Poconos
If you live in a major city on the East Coast, such as D.C., Philadelphia or New York, it’s relatively easy for you to get away to the Poconos. The ski destination in central Pennsylvania is a favorited spot for those seeking thrills on the slopes. It also just so happens to offer a lot of really fantastic romantic getaway options over Valentine’s Day as well.
You can check out the special holiday offers found throughout the region on the official Pocono Mountains page. Whether you want to stay at an adults-only resort for a little peace and quiet, or you’d rather be as close as possible to the slopes, there is something for everyone.
7. Bask In The Caribbean Or Latin American Sun
Lastly, if all you need this winter season is a little sunshine, book a Valentine’s Day trip to the Caribbean or Latin America, where Marriott is offering Marriott Bonvoy members up to $100 of nightly hotel credit that can be used for a couple’s trip to the spa, dining, a round of golf and more.
If work or other responsibilities make it difficult for you to get away Valentine’s Day or on a weekend, this deal is also good for the Caribbean and Latin American stays through April 30, 2020 (so long as you book by Jan. 31). Some of the amazing stay options include the Grand Cayman Marriott Beach Resort in Solaz, a Luxury Collection Resort in Los Cabos, and The St. Regis Punta Mita Resort.