Swept Away Romance Ideas

Looking for love in all the right places? Here's a roster of luxury hotels, resorts and destinations that will make hearts beat fast this winter.

Aquamare, Virgin Gorda - Aquamare, an exclusive luxury villa enclave, offers couples the use of its two private high-powered luxury yachts. Go on board for a private Champagne brunch, a sunset cruise or a trip to a secluded island on board the Italian-designed 62-foot Azimut or the 36-foot Tiara 3600. These voyages are designed to capture the romantic spirit of the British Virgin Islands. When they return to the island, couples will treasure Aquamare's signature Dream Bed, a King-size day bed suspended from the beams of a palapa at the water's edge, the ideal place for a massage. Or simply relax with your toes in the sand in a lounge chairs, attended by Aquamare's warm staff with chilled towels and water. Designed and constructed specifically as three identical elite villa vacation homes, with multiple ensuite master bedrooms, spacious living areas and expansive private outside showers, Aquamare is the new benchmark for luxury villa rentals on one of the B.V.I's most exclusive islands. For more information, visit MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "r20.rs6.net" claiming to be www.villaaquamare.com or call 787.461.2638. Weekly winter rates begin at $22,385 from January to April 20, 2010.

Cap Maison, St. Lucia - Celebrating its first anniversary in 2010, Cap Maison is quickly becoming the proposal capital of the world. The stylish resort has earned a 100% "Yes" rating when the question has been popped at its ocean view villas, private pools or the sands of Smuggler's Cove Beach. This winter season, the hotel introduced a Proposal Concierge, the ultimate partner in discretion, elegance and creativity, who works discretely behind the scenes to handle every detail and ensure that every answer is indeed a Yes! Recently, the Proposal Concierge orchestrated a private sail aboard Cap Maison's luxury yacht. As they plied the smooth waters off St. Lucia, the groom knelt under a full Caribbean moon with a diamond ring that the captain proffered with Champagne. Another inspired moment took place on Rock Maison, a cocktail deck perched above the surging waves, where a rock of another kind was zipped down the Champagne Zip Line. For more information, visit MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "r20.rs6.net" claiming to be www.capmaison.com or call 758.457.8670. Winter rates begin at $435 per night from January to March 31, 2010 in a Gardenview Room at double occupancy.

East Winds Inn, St. Lucia - As one of the few truly classic Caribbean hotels remaining on St. Lucia, East Winds Inn upholds the tradition of understated romance and natural beauty. That makes it the perfect escape for newly or not-so newlyweds, as well as couples who simply want a quiet romantic getaway. With its white sand beach on pristine La Brelotte Bay, 12-acres of lush tropical gardens and old-fashioned Creole charm, it is no wonder why couples find their ultimate escape here. A large part of the carefree charm is because of the hotel's all-inclusive rate. It takes care of all meals, most beverages including Champagne, as well as a variety of water sports. It's the secret that allows couples to focus purely on the most important part of any escape -- each other. For more information, visit MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "r20.rs6.net" claiming to be www.eastwinds.com or call 758.452.8212. All-inclusive winter rates begin at $850 from January to March 31, 2010 per room per night.

Ladera, St. Lucia - Ladera provides the ultimate romantic tropical escape thanks to their signature open-air suites, peaceful aeries that, by design, are without connections to the real world. Sans televisions, phones or computers, the only thing to focus on is each other. The hotel recently unveiled its new Paradise Pavilion, a dramatic open-air destination wedding venue for ceremonies and receptions of up to 100 guests, perfect for newly weds or renewing vows. Perched at 1,100 feet above sea level with stunning views of the Pitons and the Sea, the 1,200 square-foot Pavilion is crafted in Ladera's signature rainforest style with terracotta flooring, columns milled and richly polished from tropical Greenheart wood, as well as cut stone and tile work crafted by local Saint Lucian masons. For more information, visit MailScanner has detected a possible fraud attempt from "r20.rs6.net" claiming to be www.ladera.com or call 758.459.6618. Winter rates begin at $615 per room per night in a Petit Piton Suite at double occupancy.

Lake Geneva Region, Switzerland - Chocolate and romance are as inseparable as Romeo and Juliet, except that you don't have to slip out at night to experience them. The Chocolate Train, a first-class only train on the Montreux-Oberland-Bernois Railway, is the perfect excursion for cocoa lovers who prefer their chocolate with a side of Swiss cheese and panoramic Alpine vistas. The train follows the lakeshore of Lac Léman -- a.k.a. Lake Geneva -- passing by steeped vineyards and villages en route to the Cailler-Nestlé chocolate factory, an ersatz factory experience that demonstrates the legendary story of Swiss chocolate making. The train stops at Gruyères, a mountain-top village and medieval castle, for tours and tastings of its famous namesake cheese. Passengers continue on to Broc where the factory is located and return non-stop to Montreux, bearing chocolate souvenirs, or the empty wrappings thereof. For more information, visit www.lake-geneva-region.ch.

Salt Lake City CVB - The Grand America, Salt Lake City's only Five-Diamond Hotel located in the heart of downtown, is offering couples a number of romantic packages during the month of February. Click here to view. Guests can indulge in the hotel's luxury amenities and services against a backdrop of the majestic Wasatch Mountains, just minutes away from the snowy slopes of Salt Lake's four ski resorts -- Alta, Brighton, Snowbird and Solitude. Couples can choose to float through acres of fresh powder during the day on the mountains, later retreating downtown to one of The Grand America's signature restaurant or stepping out to one of the city's other romantic restaurants. For more information, visit www.visitsaltlake.com.

Hotel Terra, Jackson Hole - With the extraordinary slope side views of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, the sophisticated services of a luxury hotel, and the signature hospitality of the West, Hotel Terra offers the perfect getaway for cocooning couples. These are guests who come for thrills on the ski slopes, for a relaxing massage at Chill Spa, and for the experience of enjoying the chic high-design of this LEED-certified luxury hotel. Right now, the LEED-certified luxury hotel is offering 30% off room rates until March 27th, so couples can take advantage of the recent six feet snowfall that has blanketed the resort. Hotel Terra also is home to the Italian restaurant, Osteria, one of the hottest tables in Jackson Hole, as well as Terra Café, which is dedicated to using organic ingredients to create scrumptious crepes, lattes and other light fare. For more information, visit www.hotelterrajacksonhole.com or call 307.739.4000. Rates are available upon request.

Teton Mountain Lodge, Jackson Hole - Couples can cozy up at this Four-Diamond slope-side mountain resort that offers everything you need for a romantic ski vacation, from stone fireplaces to fully-equipped kitchens with stainless steel appliances. Like its sister property, Hotel Terra, Teton Mountain Lodge is offering 30% off room rates until March 27th. Guests can also enjoy its 12,000 square foot Solitude Spa which made Condé Nast Traveler's May 2008 "Hot List." It offers 10 treatment rooms, including a couples' suite, pre- and post-treatment tranquility lounges, men's and women's locker rooms with hot tubs, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center and an outdoor rooftop hot tub and deck with panoramic, uninterrupted mountain views. Inspired by the national glaciers in nearby Grand Teton National Park, the spa offers experiential spa services that incorporate elements found in nature - herbs, salts, mud and spring waters. For more information, visit www.tetonlodge.com or call 800.631.6271. Rates are available upon request.