Los Alamos, CA
Aubrie PickIn the northern gateway to the Golden State’s Santa Ynez Valley, wine country and the ways of the Old West intertwine with fresh eats and great antiques. See our full guide for more!
2Covington, LA
Regions Bank / DoingMoreToday.comLet the good times roll in this small town situated across the lake from New Orleans, where you can listen to live jazz where Louis Armstrong once played, explore historic general stores, and visit wetlands full of wildlife wonders.
3Hermann, MO
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4Middleburg, VA
Rachel Clark/Virginia Tourism CorporationOne hour west of Washington, D.C., the small town at the heart of Virginia’s horse and hunt country is filled with upscale inns, cozy restaurants (at some of which you'll dine outdoors!), and plenty of activities for equestrians. It also happens to be an ideal destination for a Christmas getaway.
5Woodstock, VT
Kirkikis//Getty ImagesFrom skiing to snowshoeing to skating, there's plenty to keep you busy during a wintertime visit to the postcard-perfect Vermont town of Woodstock. Check into The Woodstock Inn & Resort for a relaxing stay and be sure to book treatments at the splurge-worthy spa.
6Islamorada, FL
Getty ImagesBecause Valentine's Day is more fun with a little heat! Head to the Florida Keys this year to spend some time with dolphins, explore coral reefs, and take in the sunshine.
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7Beaufort, NC
The Crystal CoastThere are few things more romantic than wild horses, and Beaufort can give you a close-up view of them. See them from a stand-up paddleboard, or simply take in the gorgeous Victorian architecture in this cool, quaint town.
8Blue Ridge, GA
Boxcar PhotographyStunning vistas await you in Blue Ridge, but this mountain town is about so much more than its views. Excellent theater offerings, an adorable Main Street, and dozens of charming bed and breakfasts will keep you occupied all weekend long.
9Ellicott City, MD
Getty ImagesThis underrated destination is one of our favorite places to spend Valentine's Day, and for good reason: It's home to lovely, candlelit restaurants, a beautiful main street, and a fantastic brewery.
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10New Orleans, LA
Getty ImagesMusic may be the food of love, but who says you can't have both great music and great food? That's what you'll find down in New Orleans. Treat your loved one to a concert at a local jazz club and eat beignets to your heart's content.
11Bar Harbor, ME
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13Telluride, CO
Norbert Eisele-Hein//Getty Images"The town of Telluride is just eight blocks wide and twelve blocks long," according to city's website, but that makes this Colorado paradise ideal for an intimate trip. It might be on the smaller side, but there's still plenty to do, including skiing, snowboarding, and sledding on the gorgeous mountains. If you want something a little more low-key, take a trip on the free gondola ride to get a bird's-eye-view of the stunning scenery.
14Eureka Springs, AR
JeremyMasonMcGraw.com//Getty ImagesStroll through this pretty town in the Ozarks known for its Victorian architecture, charming shops, and delicious food. It's also home to the Crescent Hotel & Spa, one of the most haunted hotels in the U.S. If scary stories are your thing, be sure to sign up for one of their ghost tours.
15Whitefish, MT
Danita Delimont//Getty ImagesCupid will need to bundle up for Valentine's Day in this mountain town. The picturesque gateway to Glacier National Park is so romantic that ABC's long-running series The Bachelor filmed an episode here! Start by spending time outside with a horse-drawn sleigh ride or an afternoon on the ski slopes, but in the evening, take your travels to the lively downtown area. You can warm right up with live music or theater, craft beer, or a locally sourced steak.
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16Provincetown, MA
Walter Bibikow//Getty ImagesThe quiet winter months are an ideal time to visit Provincetown. B&Bs abound in Cape Cod's northernmost city, but few are as distinctive or thoughtfully designed as local favorite Eben House. The former home of storied mariner captain Eben Snow, the inn's main brick structure is one of only three of its kind in Provincetown still standing from the late 18th century. Breakfast is considerably more delicious than typical sailors' fare and changes with the seasons; hearty winter dishes include Chai Baked Oatmeal and Spiced Apple Chicken Sausage Frittata. Spend your days strolling the empty beaches or visiting local galleries and shops.
17Berlin, MD
Design Pics Inc//Getty ImagesThe beauty of Berlin, a small town on the eastern shore of Maryland, has not been lost on Hollywood: Two romantic films, Runaway Bride and Tuck Everlasting were filmed here. Making your own cinematic magic here is easy. A window shopping stroll along Main Street—two- and three-story brick buildings house upscale boutiques, bakeries, cafes, and antique shops—will transport you to a time before chain stores and malls. Enjoy an off-season walk with your sweetheart along the shoreline in nearby Assateague, where wild ponies (looking adorably pudgy in their winter coats) calmly roam the dunes.
18Pigeon Forge, TN
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19Amelia Island, FL
copyright Dan Reynolds Photography//Getty ImagesNo Miami glitz here, Amelia Island is a kinder, gentler Florida with grand dame Victorian mansions, 13 miles of lovely beaches, horse-drawn carriage rides and a sense of old-fashioned courtly romance. It wasn't always so wholesome, though—Amelia Island was such a haven for pirates that at two points during the 19th century, they claimed the island as their own, flying the skull-and-crossbones flag over the objections of the local Spanish territorial government.
20Summerville, SC
Glenn Ross Images//Getty ImagesIs there any sweeter place to spend February 14 than the very place where sweet tea was invented?! Just a 20-minute drive from Charleston, Summerville is home to the world's largest Mason jar of sweet tea. According to the city's website, the vessel can hold a whopping 2,524 gallons of tea!
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