5 Romantic Getaways for Couples

Heavens Portfolio has suggestions for those who are planning romantic getaways with their special someone ! In this feature, you can discover some of the best destinations for the most unique and decadent couples’ vacation. These opulent resorts offer the perfect setting for couples looking to enjoy quality time together, surrounded by plush amenities and world-class services. From Courchevel to Paris and from Zanzibar to Bali, take your pick for that indulgent vacation for two.

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Cheval Blanc Courchevel

From snowshoeing adventures by the Lac de la Rosière, to indulgent spa retreats at the Cheval Blanc Spa by Guerlain, culinary wonders at le 1947 à Cheval Blanc to snowmobile races around the peaks, a getaway at Cheval Blanc Courchevel is embroidered with moments that will linger long in memory as some of the best travel moments. Located in the prestigious Courchevel 1850 resort, this contemporary chalet enjoys direct access to the slopes of Les Trois Vallées, the largest ski domain in the world. With only 36 rooms and suites, Cheval Blanc Courchevel offers an exclusive residential experience with warm and attentive service. A high-altitude destination interpreted with audacity, modernity and a resolutely contemporary spirit, it is also an intimate, friendly Maison designed for an unforgettable experience with your loved one or just leaving the world behind.

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Cosy up, winter down in a snow-pile of feathered pillows, cashmere blankets and duvets like clouds. Late-night snowball fights become early morning pillow fights. Rise gently in the glow of the Alps. Winter magicians, the Maison’s Alchemists have a few tricks up their sleeves. Inviting igloos in the middle of the slopes, snowmobile races around the peaks, sledge-dog kisses as the sun sleeps. Breakfast in bed, canapés in a fumoir-yurt, movie dinners by candlelight. Every -moment is a hushed yet grand moment that both of you will cherish for years to come.

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The Residence Zanzibar

Cocooned among 32 hectares of tropical gardens, fringed by a pristine mile-long beach, The Residence Zanzibar immerses one in the splendour of a secluded hideaway. Teeming with natural beauty, explore the treasures of the wild on discovery of the rare Red Colobus Monkey, indigenous to Zanzibar or indulge your senses on a spice plantation visit to uncover the secrets of Zanzibar’s spices. At this luxurious villa only resort on Zanzibar Island, just off the coast of Tanzania, retreat to a world of divine relaxation, bespoke hospitality and enchanting elegance inspired by the island’s African, Omani and European heritage.

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Celebrating your relationship and your many moments, discover and delight in enriching journeys of culture and nature at The Residence Zanzibar. Find harmony and balance on a wellness retreat, immerse in the beauty and serenity of nature on a diving expedition or simply savour the aromatic flavours of a culinary excursion; each experience specially curated to inspire and indulge you and your other half.

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Capella Ubud

Nestled in the heart of lush green forests, Capella Ubud offers a perfect balance of tranquility and adventure. One of the most luxurious yet intimate resorts in this part of the world, couples can look forward to spending a quiet and quality vacation here while  indulging in nature therapy with spectacular views.

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Capella Ubud’s unique tented camp sits in harmony with the surrounding nature. Inspired by the early European settlers from the 1800s, architect Bill Bensley designed Capella Ubud, Bali as a tribute to their spirit of adventure.  Constructed in between all of the trees and hidden from afar, it captures the imagination of those who aspire a truly unique experience that allows them to enjoy the essence of Bali’s untouched natural surroundings in personalize and stylish comfort. Capella Ubud, Bali offers twenty-two one-bedroom tents and one two-bedroom lodge; all with private pools.

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Stay at one of the one-bedroom Keliki Valley tents featuring large private heated pools, outdoor decks with daybeds, indoor and outdoor bathrooms and unspoilt valley views, or the one-bedroom Rainforest tents having large outdoor decks, indoor and outdoor bathrooms and unparalled views. Guests have exclusive access to “The Officer’s Tent” living room and enjoy the tailored service of a Capella Culturist 24 hours a day.

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Le Bristol Paris

What better destination that Paris to raise a toast to your romance. Celebrate a marriage proposal, a special birthday or a honeymoon in the City of Lights. Be spontaneous and completely romantic. Known to be the most romantic hotel in Paris, Le Bristol Paris is celebrated for its timeless elegance and is an icon of French elegance and art de vivre. The hotel has been a chic refuge of discreet luxury and savoir-faire since 1925.

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Located on the 8th and top floor of Le Bristol Paris, the Honeymoon Suite offers panoramic views of the most beautiful monuments of the capital. With its dormer windows, herringbone oak parquet flooring, and numerous balconies with such romantic views, it is a haven of exceptional luxury for lovers. The artist Dimitri Rybaltchenko has imagined for this 21st century temple of love, a spectacular fresco 6 meters long and weighing 400 kg, a tribute to a legendary love story. Under a chandelier with hand-blown glass blades, an aerial sculpture suspended above the living room, white sofas are placed on a cloud-shaped carpet.

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In the bedroom, nights are plunged into an azure blue as soft as it is infinite. This exceptional, very bright suite can be supplemented by a second bedroom offering breathtaking views of the Eiffel Tower. It then forms a private apartment of 235 m2 overlooking the prestigious rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. The suite has its own kitchen, where our chefs can prepare an elegant candlelit dinner signed by Arnaud Faye.

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Nirjhara Bali

Nirjhara offers newlyweds and older couples laidback luxury amidst plush accommodations and indulgent experiences, all underscored by an eco-conscious ethos. Couples seeking a peaceful retreat from life’s hustle and bustle can unwind in this unique property thta blends modern comforts with Balinese culture through its design, use of local artisans and inclusion of century-old healing rituals in its spa. Their restaurant offers ingredients sourced from their own garden, local farms and suppliers.

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Nirjhara was designed as a luxurious enclave set amidst verdant surroundings to foster a genuine connection between the ancestral Balinese culture, immaculate natural landscapes and discerning guests seeking a haven of peace and relaxation on the idyllic island of Bali. Surrounded by forests and rice paddies, Nirjhara is located a few minutes away from the picturesque Tanah Lot temple, one of Bali’s most revered Hindu sanctuaries. The hotel is nestled in a tropical enclave a short walk away from the volcanic-sand beaches of the southwest coast of Bali.

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Nirjhara offers 25 villas ensuring guests enjoys an intimate experience. Couples can choose from the Canopy Suite, a one-bedroom tree houses with private rooftop deck overlooking boundless rice paddies, or the River Pool Pavilion, a one-bedroom villa with a plunge pool, rice paddies and cascade views, or the Jungle Pool Pavilion, a one-bedroom villa with private infinity pool, rice paddies and cascade views.

In line with Nirjhara’s sustainable approach, the chef and his team reinterpret local favourites with a fresh twist, using farm to table ingredients sourced throughout the region to take you on a journey of epicurean delights, accompanied by personal dedication and humble sophistication.

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