Paris No Longer World’s Top Romantic Getaway, US Survey Ranks Another Scenic City Preferred

Paris, long hailed as the “City of Light” and “City of Love,” has been unseated as the world’s top romantic destination, according to a recent survey of 2,000 Americans. Maui, Hawaii has now been voted as the preferred choice of US couples for a romantic getaway, according to a survey conducted by Talker Research.

Many respondents still appreciate Paris for its romance (33%), but scenic destinations like Italy’s Rome (29%) and Santorini (11%) are also popular, the New York Post (NYP) reported. Others prefer beachy spots such as Cancun (19%), Costa Rica (13%), and the British Virgin Islands (12%) for a romantic getaway.

World’s most romantic destinations

The survey, which aimed to identify the world’s most romantic destinations, revealed that 69% of respondents believe smaller and lesser-known locations are far more romantic than larger, more popular ones. As many as 45% of participants claimed that these hidden gems offer a better atmosphere for intimacy and connection. The study also found that 69% of respondents felt more romantic while on vacation compared to their daily lives.

Most couples who traveled together displayed affection, with 55% going on romantic walks on the beach, 54% watching the sunset together, and 53% holding hands. The results indicated that three-quarters or 76% of participants considered vacationing together as a significant step in their relationship. Meanwhile, 72% agreed that spontaneous couple vacations are sexy.

Dana Studbaker, vice president of marketing of consumer brands at Funjet Vacations, said, “Vacationing together isn’t just about discovering new places; it’s about igniting, deepening, or rekindling the romance, escaping the ordinary and celebrating the love that binds you.” “The beauty of all-inclusive resorts is that they offer a perfect stress-free escape, removing the hassle of planning and allowing you to focus entirely on each other,” she was quoted as saying by NYP.