Rendezvous – St. Lucia
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Rendezvous
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[post_ads]Where’s the best place to dine at a beach resort? On the beach, obviously. Rendezvous, St. Lucia’s first couples-only resort,
blessedly grasped this concept when it launched Malabar Beach Club in
2015, flaunting a barefoot-chic feel, driftwood furniture and a menu
heavy on local ingredients. After dinner, stroll along 2 miles of white
sand, admiring twilight views of Rat Island in the distance. Finish the
night with glasses of bubbly in The Champagne Bar.
Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort – Aruba
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Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort
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Not even a wedding can disturb your together time at Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort:
The 104-room boutique stopped hosting them in 2015. Expect quiet ways
to connect — a classic movie in the moonlight, a couple’s photo shoot
arranged by the staff. The hotel also encourages guests to get out and
explore, so pack a picnic for a day of desert hiking in Arikok National
Wildlife Park, complete with a stop at Huliba Cave, called the Tunnel of
Love because of its heart-shaped entrance.
Couples San Souci – Jamaica
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Couples San Souci
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From newlyweds to veterans celebrating their silver anniversary, guests at Couples Sans Souci
get excited for the Starlight Gala and Cabaret, held Friday nights on
the main lawn. The weekly event features a giant buffet and live music
that invariably gets partners on their feet. Late night, the dance party
continues at the Au Naturel Beach (note: Clothing not optional after
sunset).
[post_ads_2] Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa – Bermuda
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Couples San Souci
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Make like Bill and Hillary and steal away to Cambridge Beaches Resort & Spa,
which dates to the 1600s. Cozy spots for two abound on one of the
property’s four pink-sand beaches, as well as at the main pool,
renovated in 2007 to add waterfalls, tiered decks and rustling palms. To
really embrace Bermuda’s buttoned-up culture, pause each day for
afternoon tea.
Palm Island – St. Vincent and the Grenadines
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Palm Island
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A stay at Palm Island is like being marooned on a desert island — with room service. Hike
one of the private island’s three nature trails for panoramas of the
Grenadine archipelago, or sail to Mopion sandbar for beverages, snacks
and sunbathing. At night, couples can’t help but swoon when they reserve
a celebratory private dinner by the heart-shaped palm tree, wrapped in
twinkle lights.
Waitui Beach Club at Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa – Fiji
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Waitui Beach Club at Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa
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At Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa’s
adults-only Waitui Beach Club, opened in 2015, decisions are tough:
cozy up in a poolside “cocoon,” or float around together on a blow-up
bar seat? Either way, guests who spring for club access enjoy an
exclusive beach area, pool, swim-up bar and Veuve Clicquot Champagne
bar, as well as private check-in. The club’s happy hour is extra-happy
thanks to free treats and sundowner cocktails.
Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort – Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
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Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort
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Los Cabos has such a wealth of romantic hotels that each property vies to win couples with its own roster of exclusive offerings. Pueblo Bonito Pacifica Golf & Spa Resort’s
bid: a “Hook & Cook” interactive ceviche-making class, mixology
lessons, a beach clambake, and even a rocking beach bed that comes with
eight uninterrupted hours of food-and-drink service. Game, set, match.
[post_ads_2] Occidental Papagayo – Costa Rica
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Occidental Papagayo
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While on your way to the freeform pool at Occidental Papagayo,
don’t be surprised if you run into a white-throated magpie jay or a
band of coatis (small mammals related to the raccoon). This Pacific
coast all-inclusive is a magnet for wildlife and also earns praise for
its affordability — starting rates for rooms clock in at under $200 per
night per couple.
