New York Ranked Most Romantic State For Newlyweds To Honeymoon travel

New York Ranked Most Romantic State For Newlyweds To Honeymoon

Thomas Morris
Authored by Thomas Morris
Posted: Sunday, January 2, 2022 - 08:58

With wedding season over and honeymoon season here, sex and relationships experts at Romantix wanted to ascertain which is the best state in North America to visit as newlyweds. Using metrics such as the number of sexy spas, 5* hotels, romantic restaurants, beaches and parks for alfresco moments of tenderness whilst watching the sunset, Romantix have given each of the states a score, and ranked them in order from most to least romantic. 

New York Ranked The Most Romantic State For Newlyweds

  • New York is ranked the most romantic state for newlyweds, scoring 56.7 points overall

  • New York has the most romantic restaurants out of all the states (1,017)

  • Coming 4th overall, Texas is home to the most romantic hotels (735)

  • California and Florida come second and third, scoring 56.6 and 47.9 points respectively. Their high number of beaches (48 and 83) are perfect for watching the sunset with your new spouse!

  • The least romantic state is Oklahoma, scoring only 0.5 points overall.

The top ten romantic states are ranked in the table below, for full state data click here:

State

Overall score

Spa score

5* hotel score

Romantic Hotel score

Park score

Romantic restaurant score

Beaches score

New York

56.7

20

12.6

2.3

0.0

20.0

1.8

California

56.6

20

20.0

0.1

10.0

0.7

5.8

Florida

47.9

0

14.1

19.3

3.3

1.2

10.0

Texas

47.6

20

4.1

20.0

2.2

0.7

0.6

Massachusetts

44.5

20

4.1

15.8

0.0

2.0

2.7

Pennsylvania

42.1

20

3.0

18.0

0.0

0.9

0.2

Arizona

40.1

20

6.3

9.1

3.3

1.2

0.1

New Mexico

31.4

20

1.1

6.9

2.2

1.1

0.1

Colorado

24.9

0

5.9

14.0

4.4

0.5

0.0

Hawaii

24.3

0

9.6

9.3

2.2

1.4

1.8

New York

With its plethora of luxury restaurants and hotels, Tourist favourite New York is perfect for a newlywed couple who want to jet off and enjoy the high-life for a few nights. New York is a honeymoon destination for the discerning - and what could be more romantic than a bit of glitz and glamour? If you’re more of a low-key, thrill-seeking couple, Coney Island is another popular attraction, with the Luna Park amusement park to get pulses racing. 

California

California’s size and diversity mean there is something for every couple, making it a fantastic honeymoon destination. Palm Springs is an ultimate honeymoon destination, perfect for days lazing by the pool, alfresco cocktails, and nights out at the many romantic, hip bars and restaurants. If nature is more your thing, then somewhere like Big Sur is a good choice; it’s many beaches offer ocean views for days, seaside cliffs, iconic misty coastlines, and even a waterfall flowing right into the Pacific Ocean (one of only two in California). Talk about romantic!

Florida

Key West is one of Florida’s most popular destinations for honeymooners, and it’s easy to see why. With it’s huge number of romantic spa hotels and resorts, you can while away the days snorkeling, swimming with turtles, relaxing with a cocktail or getting a professional massage. 

Texas

Austin is a city which is well-known for its vibrant surroundings and cool crowd, making it an ideal honeymoon spot for a young couple. Home to the highest number of romantic hotels out of every state, it might be hard to choose just one, but the Miraval Austin Resort & Spa won’t disappoint.  Perched among the hills overlooking Lake Travis, Miraval's natural sanctuary welcomes you to elevate your wellbeing with a daily schedule of wellness activities & spa services.

Massachusetts

Head to Nantucket Island, where you will find incredible beaches, quaint cobblestone streets, and a famous lighthouse.

Pennsylvania

Nestled in the foothills of the Pocono Mountains with a peaceful stream winding through, The Woodlands Inn is the premiere destination in Northeastern Pennsylvania for a romantic honeymoon.

Arizona

A state best known for the Grand Canyon, Arizona actually has a lot more to offer - especially for couples in the market for a romantic trip! The famous resorts for reviving yourself coupled with the plethora of scenic landscapes will make your Arizona honeymoon extra special. Home to the best resorts and spas around, Phoenix is the honeymoon gem of Arizona, so why not make that first on your list?

New Mexico

Widely known as one of the USA’s top spa hotels, and steeped in history and tradition, Ojo Caliente is one of the country’s oldest health spas. Tucked between the rugged desert cliffs and cottonwood-lined bosque, naturally hot mineral water pools are the perfect place for a honeymoon experience you’ll never forget!

Colorado

Colorado cloaks your honeymoon in some of the most beautiful scenery in the USA. Couples who love an active life in the Great Outdoors consider it paradise. Why not visit one of its huge number of National Parks for a romantic picnic or early morning sunrise walk?

Hawaii

For a tropical honeymoon with a close proximity to the USA, you can’t do any better than Hawaii. Boasting pristine beaches and a relaxed atmosphere, as well as deliciously exotic fresh food, it’s the perfect way to start your marriage. Hawaii really has something for everyone, so adventure-loving couples can enjoy hiking volcanos or surfing, whilst couples who wish to laze around can do so on the most beautiful beaches in the world, whilst listening to typical Hawaiian music played on the Ukulele.

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