Paradises to Celebrate at This Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is a much-awaited day celebrated by people across the globe as the day of expressing and celebrating love. In recent years, the scope for celebration has increased tenfold, as Indians are exploring ways to spend time with their loved ones. More couples are willing to take on the route to romance through travel. These romantic getaways include traditional and non-traditional experiences like taking a cooking class together, Wine tasting, Hot Air Ballooning, Scuba Diving, hiring private yachts for a day, private Island picnics, Couple Spa and more. The newest trend of choosing unconventional accommodations like castle stays and home stays are gaining in popularity.

The most interesting observation around the occasion is that the keenness to travel and celebrate is not only amongst couples, but also amongst other segments of travellers including – families, adventurous millennials, solo explorers and women travellers. SOTC Travel has curated a list of top getaway destinations (international and domestic) that are ideal to celebrate the landmark day of love with memorable experiences.

Mauritius

Known for its crystal-clear waters, pristine beaches, turquoise lagoons, and tropical weather, Mauritius is a popular destination for diverse travellers to celebrate the joy of love. It offers an array of activities for every segment traveller with exquisite preferences and tastes, right from snorkelling, scuba-diving and boat riding to swimming, surfing for adventure-seekers, and sunbathing for the mellow vacationer. . Couples can indulge in private picnics on the pristine beaches, or go island hopping, enjoy the delectable local cuisine, or indulge in a soothing massage with their famous native coconut oil.

Reunion Island

Situated in the Indian ocean, Reunion Island is another ideal tropical destination to celebrate Valentine’s Day for a number of travellers with distinct preferences. The destination is known for its emerald green seas, quaint beaches, and surreal lagoons, along with other beautiful views that travellers can enjoy through helicopter rides. Laidback travellers can opt to unwind over cocktails by taking the popular sunset cruise, while adventure enthusiasts can hop on transparent kayaks and go into the lagoons to enjoy views of the marine life and beautiful coral reefs. Its beaches also offer horseback riding, along with rejuvenating spas and Jacuzzi sessions.

Abu Dhabi

A famous destination with Indian travellers, Abu Dhabi is another top pick to celebrate Valentine’s Day through unconventional experiences. This gulf city can be enjoyed to the fullest via a picnic on the beach, followed by a hot air balloon ride, a movie in a private cabana, a visit to the mesmerizing regal Emirates Palace and the Louvre museum, scrumptious dining at some of the choicest restaurants with an intimate ambience, a shopping spree at popular complexes and malls, exploring the Marina Circuit, trying indoor adventure activities at the world-famous Ferrari World, or a pampering session at exotic spas and beach clubs, making it the perfect destination for any type of traveller. Couples can also whisk away their partner to Ras Al Khaimah – the northernmost emirate of UAE. Its quaint museums, gorgeous resort beaches, and thrilling mountain rides offer a novel holiday experience. With so much to offer, travellers here are in for a memorable Valentine’s celebration.

Pondicherry

Pondicherry, a low-key island in Tamil Nadu, is a great destination to consider for all those ringing in the celebration of love. Besides a relaxed stay, some of the most flawless beaches in the country, travellers can pay their homage at the Aurobindo Ashram, visit the enchanting cosmopolitan town of Auroville, witness the magical sunrise and sunset views, indulge in mouth-watering Pondi cuisine, go to pretty churches and museums, or opt for activities like boat riding and scuba diving, which is a truly breath-taking experience. For those looking to relax, this tropical paradise is home to some of India’s best spas, and wellness centres. These abundant offerings and attractions are what make Pondicherry a.k.a. Puducherry, the place to be this Valentine’s Day.

Udaipur and Jaipur

These gems situated in Rajasthan are already popular amongst travellers for their beautiful desert landscapes, and iconic attractions, which is what makes them ideal Valentine’s hotspots for those with varied wanderlust desires. Udaipur enchants travellers with its royal palaces for historical sightseeing and castle stays, serene lakes, exquisite handicrafts, and authentic Rajasthani delicacies. On the other hand, Jaipur, the ‘pink city’, popular for its marvellous architecture, lush gardens, regal forts, and beautiful ambiences that travellers can immerse themselves in, along with feasting on the famous ‘dal bhati churma’ and ‘kachoris’. Those who like some fun-filled activities can also opt for camel safaris in both cities to add to the magic of their Valentine’s celebration.

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