Paris 'No Longer' World's Best Romantic Getaway, US Survey Ranks Another Scenic Place As Top Choice

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Paris has lost its title as the world's top romantic destination to Maui, Hawaii, according to a new survey

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 with 34 percent votes, according to a survey conducted by Talker Research.

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

World’s most romantic destinations

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

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