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Livability Gets Lovey-Dovey

Happy Valentine's Day! Here are some of our favorite love stories and romantic destinations from the archives...
By Cara Sanders on February 14, 2025
Happy Valentine's Day! Here are some of our favorite love stories and romantic destinations from the archives...
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Looking to explore somewhere new with your honey?  Or maybe you’re just looking for something sweet to read this Valentine’s Day. 

Whether you’re in love with a person (or pizza!), we’ve got you covered with a compilation of some of our most romantic, lovey-dovey content. 

Enjoy!

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Love Where You Live

The Most Romantic City In Every State

This Valentine’s Day hit the open road with your honey and explore the most romantic cities around the country.

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Experiences & Adventures

These Are the 10 Best Affordable Honeymoon Spots in the US

These 10 honeymoon destinations are worth swooning over — no passport required.
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Love Where You Live

Love Advice From the Valentine Stampers of Loveland, CO

Every year, 50 volunteers stamp thousands of valentines routed through the Loveland post office. We went to the mail room to meet them.
Philadelphia PA Love Park
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Love Where You Live

Cupid’s Compass: Where to Feel the Love this Valentine’s Day

From sweet to sentimental to celebratory, these places recognize their monikers with various reminders.

Spice up a romantic weekend away with these 10 off-the-beaten-path US destinations! From desert escapes to mountain retreats, find romance, adventure and unique experiences beyond the typical tourist spots.
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Experiences & Adventures

10 Unexpected Romantic Getaways in the U.S.

Want to get away for a long weekend with your lover? Forget the usual suspects! These stateside spots are full of romance and adventure.
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Experiences & Adventures

7 Best Cities for an Affordable Babymoon

Taking a trip before your bundle of joy arrives? These cities offer plenty of fun at budget-friendly prices.
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Experiences & Adventures

This Tennessee Train Will Take You on a Romantic Trip — With a Side of Murder

Looking to add some drama to your Valentine’s Day plans? The Tennessee Central Railway’s murder mystery ride is just the ticket.
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Food Scenes

5 Must-Visit California Vineyards in Unexpected Places

There are amazing pours outside of wine country.
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Food Scenes

10 Rooftop Bars With Stellar Views, Vibes and Drinks

Cocktails accompanied by a sweeping city view? Sign us up!
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Food Scenes

6 Under-the-Radar Wine Regions Around the US

America’s wine industry is thriving — in places you might not expect.
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Make Your Move

How Being a Trailing Spouse Taught Me to Connect With Cities on My Own Terms

My husband’s job determines where we live. Here’s how I’ve learned to make anywhere feel like home.
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Experiences & Adventures

The Virginia Oyster Trail Is for Lovers

In the past decade, Virginia oysters have made an amazing (and delicious) comeback — here’s where to go to get a taste.
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Experiences & Adventures

5 Farm Stay Vacations You Must Try

Try a trip off the beaten path at one of these farm-friendly vacations.
Aerial drone footage from the coast of the Pacific Northwest, featuring Oregons beautiful rugged terrain and blue ocean waves. Captured at Otter Rock near Lincoln City, Oregon, USA.
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Experiences & Adventures

Avoid the Crowds at These 6 Seaside Getaways

Looking for a family-friendly getaway without all of the hustle and bustle? These seaside spots are waiting.
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Experiences & Adventures

9 Best Themed Hotels & Inns in America

From the belly of a Beagle to a Dolly Parton fever dream, you’ll want to add each of these hotels to your bucket list.
Photo Courtesy of Michael Gustafson
Photo Courtesy of Michael Gustafson
Love Where You Live

The Public Typewriter That Brought Ann Arbor’s Community Together

What happens when you put a public typewriter in a literary city’s most beloved bookstore? People pour their hearts out, one letter at a time.

About Cara Sanders

Livability Managing Editor

Cara Sanders is the managing editor and director of digital marketing for Livability.com. As an award-winning journalist with nearly a decade of experience, she specializes in using data-driven insights to uncover the "why" behind what makes a city a great...Read Bio

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