For Valentine’s Day wanderlust with a serious sense of adventure, Secret Atlas has unveiled its 2027 Arctic Expedition Micro Cruises – intimate, high-impact journeys limited to just 12 guests. Sailing at peak season for wildlife, light and scenery, the new itineraries explore the vast fjords of Scoresbysund in East Greenland and the remote reaches of Svalbard, far beyond the routes of conventional cruise ships. Guests trade crowds for time ashore, Zodiac landings, and access to ice caps, walrus haulouts and polar bear territory, paired with refined comforts including ensuite cabins, panoramic lounges, saunas and on-deck hot tubs. Designed for couples, solo travellers and private charters alike, these voyages redefine romance as shared discovery at the edge of the world.
For a Valentine’s escape that blends alpine romance with quiet luxury, Carezza Dolomites offers a more intimate alternative to Europe’s headline ski destinations. Set beneath the Rosengarten and Latemar peaks, this boutique-style resort combines uncrowded pistes with spa-led hotels, winter walking, snowshoeing and candlelit mountain dining, ideal for couples who want more than just skiing. Now overseen by Olympian Florian Eisath, Carezza has introduced new lift developments and refined hotel concepts, including the ski-in, ski-out Moseralm Dolomiti Hideaway and the culture-rich Cyprianerhof, both known for panoramic spas and elevated South Tyrolean cuisine. With a strong commitment to sustainability, easy access via direct flights to Bolzano, and experiences that extend well beyond the slopes, Carezza is perfectly suited to a slower, more romantic kind of winter getaway.
This Valentine’s Day, Hyatt Regency Lisbon sets the scene for an effortlessly romantic escape, where riverside serenity meets refined indulgence. Overlooking the Tagus and moments from Lisbon’s most charming neighbourhoods, the hotel invites couples to slow down with elegant overnight stays, candlelit dining at Viseversa, and sunset cocktails at the ICON rooftop bar, framed by golden river views. Romance continues at Serenity – The Art of Well Being, with bespoke couples’ spa treatments designed for deep relaxation and reconnection, while a specially curated Valentine’s set menu adds a sensorial flourish to the evening. Available throughout February 2026, the Timeless Love Escape packages blend thoughtful touches, wellness, gastronomy and the city’s timeless beauty.
The Gallivant offers a beautifully seasonal take, reimagining the traditional wedding as a relaxed 48-hour coastal escape. Set moments from the dunes of Camber Sands and just an hour from London, the hotel feels like a private beach ideal for intimate gatherings of 30–80 guests. Winter beach walks, fireside moments, grazing lunches and sunset drinks in the dunes set a romantic rhythm, before guests come together for a refined wedding feast by Harry’s restaurant, led by Matthew Harris. For couples dreaming of a Valentine’s-season proposal, or planning a love-led celebration that values atmosphere, design and shared experience, The Gallivant offers a romantic vision of the modern British wedding weekender.
For couples dreaming of a sun-kissed Valentine’s escape, Pine Cliffs Resort offers a beautifully indulgent weekend along Portugal’s dramatic Algarve coastline. Perched above the golden sands of Praia da Falésia, the resort’s exclusive Valentine’s Weekend package pairs a two-night stay at Pine Cliffs Hotel or Ocean Suites with thoughtful romantic touches. Days unfold between the spa’s private Aurum Suite, cliff-top walks, golf or padel, while the resort’s calm, sunlit setting invites couples to slow down, reconnect and savour Valentine’s Day as a true escape rather than a single evening.
DINING & NIGHTLIFE
For Valentine’s Day with a view, Thailand’s rooftop bars offer a heady mix of altitude, atmosphere and romance. In Chiang Mai, MAI The Sky Bar pairs misty mountain sunsets with live music, a dramatic glass bridge and Spanish-inspired tapas high above the Ping River. Bangkok turns up the energy at The Giant Swing Pool Bar, where a transparent infinity pool floats over the skyline – ideal for sunset cocktails that slip into late-night celebrations. Down on the coast, Yitong Sky Bar offers a more intimate mood, blending Gulf of Thailand views with wellness-led Chinese flavours and inventive cocktails designed for sharing. Three elevated settings, each offering a distinctly memorable way to celebrate love after dark.
For Valentine’s Day with a sultry twist, INCA London invites couples to Amor en Argentina, an immersive dining experience inspired by passion, fire and Latin romance. Expect bold Argentinian flavours, live entertainment and an electric atmosphere that blurs the line between dinner and performance, turning the evening into a full sensory celebration of love. It’s Valentine’s done the INCA way: dramatic, decadent, and designed to be remembered long after the last dance.
For a Valentine’s celebration rooted in comfort, craft and quiet romance, Tortello offers an intimate take on modern Italian dining. Recently opened overlooking the Italian Gardens of Hyde Park, Tortello is dedicated to soulful Italian cooking, with handmade pasta prepared fresh daily using exceptional Italian flour and golden-yolk eggs. The menu travels through Italy’s regions, from delicately filled tortelli and slow-cooked ragùs to seafood pastas inspired by the coast, alongside antipasti, seasonal secondi and a standout tiramisù, best enjoyed with Italian wines, spritzes and proper espresso.
For couples who favour spice, storytelling and indulgence, Kanishka offers a Valentine’s Day dining experience rooted in modern Indian craft. Its specially curated Valentine’s Day tasting menu moves from refined starters such as hand-dived scallops with rhubarb and purple sprouting broccoli to rich, comforting mains including seafood coconut moilee, tandoori portobello mushrooms, Atul’s chicken tikka pie, with optional truffle and caviar upgrades for added decadence.With an early-bird dining option and a menu designed for lingering over multiple courses, Kanishka delivers a Valentine’s celebration that feels generous, flavour-led and luxurious.
