Romantic Road Trips

Recommended by the American Coach® Brand

This February, consider hitting the open road with your Valentine to explore the country’s unique and romantic road stops.

For luxury RV enthusiasts and those who love travel, this time of year is ideal for exploring the warmer climates of the U.S. and savoring time with your significant others. The following 10 destinations have been selected due to their scenic drives, sensual allure, and idyllic scenery. American Coach is an ultra-luxury brand of recreational vehicles that’s celebrating its 30th anniversary. American Coach motorhomes are known for their exquisite design, lavish touches, and innovative engineering that make a road trip a relaxing and indulgent experience. New models feature such amenities as highend kitchens with black stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops with waterfall edges and hand-crafted kitchen cabinets; spacious and luxurious master bedrooms and baths with articulating mattresses, spa showers and his and her sinks; and superior technology components such as 50” exterior TVs. American Coach is part of the REV Recreation Group (RRG), a subsidiary of REV Group, Inc. American Coach models have earned numerous industry awards, including “Top RV Debut” and “Must See RV.” For more information, visit americancoach.com.

Each ‘Romantic Stop’ has been researched but, due to COVID-19, be sure to call ahead to confirm hours of operation for parks, restaurants and other attractions and activities.

Located on Florida’s Historic Coast, St. Augustine was founded by the Spanish in 1565 and is known as the oldest city in the U.S. St. Augustine became a vacation destination after several luxury resorts were built at the direction of Henry Flagler, a founder of Standard Oil, who wanted to create a new American Riviera. The city’s Historic District is steeped with Gilded Age romance -- cobblestone streets, centuries-old Spanish-influenced buildings, hidden courtyards, ornate fountains, and grand monuments.

Explore the grounds of Flagler College, a masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance architecture, and stop for a couples’ picture in front of the fountain at the main entrance. The college was originally the Hotel Ponce de León, a decadent hotel commissioned by Flagler. Next to the college, visit the Lightner Museum, an architectural masterpiece built in 1888 as the Alcazar Hotel. Romantic elements of the museum

include exquisite Victorian art glass, stained glass works of Louis Comfort Tiffany, and Oriental art. A couples’ carriage ride through the streets or a self-guided tour of the town’s collection of magnificent churches simply adds to the European allure of St. Augustine.

RVers can spend the night at Compass RV Resort that offers full hookup, patio, and buddy sites. There’s also a spacious dog park, swimming pool, fitness center, and nature trail.

A 90-minute drive south of St. Augustine is laid-back Amelia Island with its 13 miles of rolling dunes and pristine seashore. Its picturesque beaches are a perfect backdrop for togetherness.

Start the day with a sunrise horseback ride on the white sand beach that ribbons the Atlantic Ocean (assistance is provided to make the ride accessible to all ages). Afterwards, walk arm-inarm and discover seashell treasures like great heart cockles, sand dollars, and olives. For couples’ pampering, visit the Omni Resort. Try a Swedish massage or cleansing facial. Make a reservation at Salt at the Ritz-Carlton, one of the only five-diamond restaurants in Florida, and consider booking the chef’s table in the kitchen. At the end of the day, take a sunset cruise to catch the spectacular oranges, pinks, and reds as the sun dips behind the horizon.

With its 22 historic squares, Italianate mansions, cobblestone alleyways, and stately oak trees dripping with Spanish moss, Savannah is a romantic must. Pack a picnic lunch or order one from a local shop and spend a leisurely afternoon in Forsyth Park. Be sure to take a picture in front of the park’s grand, ninth-century castiron fountain, which was modeled after the fountains at the Place de la Concorde in Paris. Holding hands while taking a carriage ride or joining a historic walking tour are two more ways to soak up the charm of this beautiful Southern gem.

Just 20 minutes from Savannah is quaint Tybee Island with five miles of beautiful beaches. Climb the state’s tallest and oldest lighthouse (built in 1736) for seemingly never-ending views of the Atlantic Ocean. Take a guided kayak tour of the salt marshes, lounge on the beach, watch for dolphins as they frolic in the waves, go bird watching at North Beach as seabirds and shorebirds migrate from the Arctic, and then enjoy a seafood dinner at a cozy waterside restaurant. RVers can spend the night at CreekFire RV Resort that’s just 20 minutes west of Savannah.

Start a romantic exploration of Northern Alabama in Gadsden. Visit Noccalula Falls Park and take in Noccalula Falls as water cascades 90 feet into Black Creek ravine. To experience the falls from a different perspective, follow the Gorge Trail underneath the waterfall for a kiss and incredible pics. Just a few steps from the falls are a quaint wedding chapel and access to The Black Creek Trail - a peaceful, scenic walk where couples can enjoy the beauty of nature.

Next, take a breathtaking drive along the North Alabama Wine Trail to discover a handful of local wineries nestled in the Appalachian Mountains and its lush valleys. Every Saturday in February, participating wineries are offering wine and chocolate pairings. Other stops along the way include Cathedral Caverns State Park with its immense stalagmites, “frozen” waterfall, and stalagmite forest. The cave is a cool 60 degrees yearround, making it an ideal place to snuggle close to each other. For more couples’ activities, visit Lake Guntersville Resort State Park located along the banks of the Tennessee River. The park features an 18-hole championship golf course plus excellent fishing in Alabama’s largest lake. After a round of golf or fishing, RVers can spend the night at Guntersville State Park.