❤️ 5 Wine getaways made for two


Hi Reader,

Confession: I forgot our first Valentine’s Day after my husband and I got married. 😅

To be fair, we both have birthdays around this time of year, and it was a milestone one for him. So, I went big on the B-day…and not so much on the V-day. 😬

Lesson learned: romance deserves its own moment on the calendar.

And for me, that often looks like a wine getaway.

Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day (or Galentine’s Day!), an anniversary, a honeymoon, or just looking for an excuse to sneak away together, some wine destinations naturally set the mood.

Here are five that feel made for two.


🌅 Santorini, Greece
If honeymoon destinations had a greatest hits list, Santorini would be on it. Cliffside volcanic vineyards, bright Assyrtiko, and sunset views that barely look real.
👉 Santorini Wineries Guide
👉 Santorini Wine Restaurants Guide


🍇 Healdsburg, California
Named one of America’s most romantic small towns, Healdsburg’s boutique hotels and intimate tasting rooms make it perfect for a wine-filled weekend for two.
👉 Healdsburg Wineries Guide


🌞 Hvar, Croatia
Island sunsets, seaside villages, and family-run wineries pouring local varieties like Plavac Mali. Hvar feels effortlessly romantic from the first glass to the last.
👉 Hvar Wineries Guide


🏛️ Newport, Rhode Island
Newport blends seaside charm with historic elegance. Stroll the Cliff Walk, tour Gilded Age mansions, then head to nearby vineyards for relaxed, intimate tastings.
👉 Newport Wineries Guide


🍷 Florence, Italy
Florence does romance effortlessly. Sip wine through centuries-old wine windows, wander cobblestone streets, and end the night with pasta and Chianti by candlelight.
👉 Florence Wine Windows Guide
👉 Florence Wine Windows Passport


If you needed a sign to plan something thoughtful this February, consider this it.

Just don’t forget to put it on the calendar. 😉

Cheers,

Laura

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