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Jaipur, India

Located within the Indian state of Rajasthan, Jaipur is one of the top tourist destinations in the country and a great place to spend a holiday for couples that enjoy exploring culture and history.  This city if filled with amazing remnants of India’s past, from fortresses to temples to the CityPalace itself.  There are plenty of opportunities to learn something new by taking a tour or checking out the museums and galleries.  Or just wander the stre

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Paris, France

Perhaps the city with the most long-standing reputation for being a romantic getaway for couples looking to travel, Paris, France is still just as amazing as it has always been.  This great French city has a wealth of history behind it, a legacy that has left behind many beautiful monuments to see.  From the EiffelTower to the countless museums, there’s something to explore every day of the week.  And being one of the capitals of lo

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Marrakech, Morocco

Located close by both the imposing Sahara Desert and the snowy Atlas Mountains, Marrakech is a Moroccan city that offers up some truly amazing scenery.  Couples that enjoy exploring exotic cultures but want to stick to a larger city would find this a perfect romantic vacation destination.  Visit the squares and markets of the city, watching the residents as they both work and play.  Check out the mosques, tombs and museums to get a closer look at the culture and history.  Or take a tour of the city’s palaces to see how the royalty onc

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Florence, Italy

Located in central Italy, the city of Florence is often rated as one of the top romantic vacation destinations in the world.  This charming city is filled with many historic and cultural wonders, a reflection of its long and illustrious past.  There are plenty of hotels, from the upscale to the affordable, so it’s a vacation that anyone can take.  And while you’re there, you can explore this beautiful city, taking in its long history and seeing some world-famous attractions.  Or just enjoy the atmos

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Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona, the capital of the country of Spain, also happens to be the second largest city in that nation, with plenty of sights and attractions to entertain during a holiday, making it a great place for a couple’s vacation getaway.  With more than 2000 years of history behind it, there are hundreds of historic and cultural sights to see, along with everything you would expect from a modern city.  See this amazing city from high above by taking a ride on the aerial cable car, journey through the streets and admire the beautiful architecture or stop

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Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is a city rich with hundreds of years of history.  Couples that wish to explore the culture of this country should consider starting with one of its biggest and best cities.  Wander through a place where medieval buildings rest side-by-side with modern architecture.  Take a trip to the famous Edinburgh castle, a structure more than 1000 years old.  Or visit one of the many other castles, cathedrals, museums and galleries in the city.  If you travel during th

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Hangzhou, China

One of the largest tourist destinations in all of China, Hangzhou is a wonderful place to spend a couple’s vacation exploring some of the rich culture and history of this ancient country.  See all the old structures, still looking much as they did when they were built hundreds of years ago.  Visit the museums, galleries, temples and pagodas to see more of China’s past.  Or just wander the city, taking in the amazing natural scenery that has made this

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Kyoto, Japan

For couples that wish to explore the rich culture and history of the country of Japan, there are few better places to start than the ancient capital of Kyoto.  Renowned as one Japan’s most beautiful cities, there is plenty to do and see here.  Explore the many historic sites of the city, the castles, temples and shrines, some of them dating back more than 1000 years.  See the old ImperialPalace

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Luang Prabang, Laos

One of the most amazing vacation destinations for lovers of architecture and history is the small town of Luang Prabang in the country of Laos.  Though this hundreds-of-years-old city is a popular tourist destination, there have been attempts made to keep people from swarming it, so it’s not a crowded place.  Due to this fact, most of the amenities you’ll find around the city are quite pricey.  But if you can afford it, there are wealth of museums, archaeological sites, amazing natural wonders an

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Havana, Cuba

Though the country of Cuba has seen hard times in the past and not always been a great tourist destination, the last few decades have changed that.  This country is now a very popular destination for couples and singles alike when they’re looking for a place to enjoy, history, culture and some good times on the beach.  One great city for this is Havana, the country’s capital.  Set up to provide everything a visitor could need, you’ll find plenty of classy and romantic hotels, top-rated restaurants and shoppin

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