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Autumn is for lovers at these cozy and idyllic destinations around the U.S. And what better way to do all of the above than by hitting the road?
As a bonus, many places are less crowded during the fall, creating a more private atmosphere.
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Thrill-seeking couples can glide above the forest side by side onNavitat’s mountaintop zip line.
The historic home hosts an array of activities, including a Red Wine and Chocolate Tasting.
Booking a room also gives you access to the Antler Hill Village & Winery.
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Hiking, kayaking, canoeing, and horseback riding are other popular pastimes.
Enjoy a romantic dinner outdoors atWhistling Straits Restaurant, which overlooks the golf course and Lake Michigan.
This is northern Virginia’s bucolic horse country, just 45 minutes from Washington, D.C. Its worth starting early to see the sunrise from the top of 1,530-foot Cadillac Mountain.
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A chill rolls in at night, encouraging couples to snuggle up by a bonfire around Skipper Lake.
Do your stargazing at thePost Ranch Inn, which has an enviable position overlooking the Pacific Coast.
Back in your guest room, settle in by the fireplace and watch for migrating whales.
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Finish your tour of Charleston with a romantic dinner atHuskorCirca 1886.
Then, toast your good fortune while gazing at the city from theMarket Pavilion Hotel’s rooftop bar.
Go for beer tastings atSaugatuck Brewing Companyand pick from dozens of apple varieties atCrane Orchards.
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Make dinner reservations atThe Southerner, an Appalachian comfort food restaurant founded by two-time James Beard-nominated chef Matthew Millar.
Try the shrimp with grits or split Nana’s fried chicken with your date.
Alternatively, theTeton Mountain Lodge & Spaoffers packages that take advantage of the season’s renowned fly-fishing.
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Choose your ultimate romanticvacation rentaland prepare to unwind.
Biking, kayaking, fishing, and tennis are also on the agenda.
On a cool evening, warm up by the campfire for sophisticated s’mores.
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You’ll have plenty of options when it comes to accommodations.
Still, the vibe here is laid-back.
you might browse Main Streets boutiques and theRancho Sante Fe Farmers Market, held each Sunday morning.
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TheInn at Rancho Santa Fefeels like a romantic country retreat, with cottages set along garden pathways.
Not too shabby for two of thebest hotels in Nantucket.
Snorkeling and diving enthusiasts should plan to stop byJohn Pennekamp Coral Reef State Parknear Key Largo.
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So, pick a Key, any Key.
You really cant go wrong.
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