The Best Beach Getaways For Every Type of Couple

Flickr user Katja Hasselkus

Dreaming about your next warm-weather getaway with your significant other? Whether you're a couple who likes activities, animals, or simply a beautiful sunset, there's an option for everyone. From the blissful waters of French Polynesia to the islands of Thailand, here are the best beach getaways for every type of couple.

Phuket, Thailand
Flickr user Jeff Gunn

Phuket, Thailand

Phuket is a sought-after destination for a romantic vacation. The destination has a mix of excursions, friendly locals, delicious food, and lively nightlife, making it the perfect place for a couple who wants a combination of adventurous and relaxing.

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
Barceló Hotel Group

Punta Cana, Dominican Republic

For couples who love to eat, Barceló Bávaro Grand Resort in Punta Cana offers all-inclusive accommodations where guests can indulge in 11 restaurants — with cuisines from around the world — 14 bars, a casino, a nightclub, a spa, and more. Couples can experience the resort's annual Barceló Culinary Week, a week-long culinary event that includes cooking demos, tastings, and samplings alongside international chefs.

Mallorca, Spain
Flickr user Cristian Bortes

Mallorca, Spain

Mallorca is the ultimate beach getaway in the Mediterranean. It's home to beach resorts, sheltered coves, sandy coastlines, limestone mountains, and Roman remains. It's an ideal destination for couples who love culturally rich towns just as much as lying on the beach.

French Polynesia
Flickr user dany13

French Polynesia

French Polynesia is a dream vacation spot that's comprised of over 100 islands. It's known for its turquoise-blue waters, waterfalls, and black- and white-sand beaches. There's a version of paradise for every traveler, whether it be in Bora Bora, Tahiti, or Mo'orea.

Bali, Indonesia
Flickr user Jesse Wagstaff

Bali, Indonesia

Bali's jaw-dropping views and amazing natural landscapes offer romantic options for every couple. Nothing beats watching the sunrise on top of Mount Batur or taking a scenic helicopter tour. Bali is home to some of the most romantic resorts in the world, including Ayana Resort and Spa, located on the clifftop perched above Jimbaran Bay.

The Maldives
Anantara Hotels Resorts & Spas

The Maldives

Private bungalows in the Maldives remain on the top of every couple's bucket list. Anantara Veli Maldives Resort has overwater bungalows with magnificent plunge pools and beach access only a short stroll away. For a one-bedroom water retreat with a retractable roof and private pool alongside the villa, couples can spoil themselves at Soneva Jani.

Malibu, CA
Flickr user Alex Beattie

Malibu, CA

Malibu conjures up a laid-back coastal lifestyle with a ton of adventurous activities. Couples can go surfing at Zuma Beach, hike through Topanga State Park, and explore Point Dume, on the coast of Malibu.