While planning your big day should be fun, it can also be stressful. Sometimes what the bride and groom really need is a quick getaway by themselves to put things in perspective.
Here are some ideas for romantic getaways for just the two of you:
Turtle Cove Spa at Mountain Harbor Resort
Love is in the air at Turtle Cove Spa. Its romance package includes lodging, a couple’s massage, roses, chocolates and a sparkling beverage. The spa offers massages in the fireside suite during the cold months and in the Wilderness Pavilion overlooking Lake Ouachita during the warmer months. You can also schedule a moonlight massage! Visit Turtlecovespa.com or call (870) 867-1220 for more information.
Red Apple Inn
Heber Springs
This historic inn offers a romantic “honeymoon” package, but why wait? Enjoy deluxe accommodations for two nights, a complimentary bottle of champagne, two nights of fine dining and a full breakfast each morning. Visit Redappleinn.com or call (800) RED-APPLE for more information and pricing.
Crescent Hotel & Spa and Basin Park Hotel
Eureka Springs
Both of these historic hotels offer special packages for couples, including romantic weekends complete with dining and complimentary champagne. The Crescent Hotel offers spa services at the New Moon Spa, while the Basin Park Hotel is home to the Serenity Spa. Both hotels are within walking distance to all the shops, restaurants and sights of Eureka Springs. For info visit Crescent-hotel.com or Basinpark.com.
Inn at Carnall Hall
Fayetteville
This beautiful inn on the campus of the University of Arkansas offers a variety of room styles, including rooms with Jacuzzi tubs and views of the campus. It’s listed on the register of Historic Hotels of America. Fine dining is available at Ella’s Restaurant. To register to win a weekend couple’s getaway go to Arkansasbride.com. Call (479) 582-0400 for more information about rates and packages.
Mount Magazine State Park
Paris, AR
The new lodge at Mount Magazine offers breathtaking views of the Petit Jean River Valley and Blue Mountain Lake. Many of the guest rooms include balconies and spa tubs. Fine dining is available at the Skycrest Restaurant. Stretching along the bluff from both sides of the lodge are 13 new fully equipped cabins with outdoor hot tubs on covered decks facing the view. For lodge and cabin reservations, go online at Mountmagazinestatepark.com or call (877) MM-LODGE.
