Three Louisiana Towns Named Cozy Valentine’s Escapes
(KMDL-FM) - Valentine's Day is right around the corner and you may be looking for that perfect last-minute getaway for you and your sweetheart. In Louisiana, you have options for a short road trip, according to a new poll.
How the Rankings Were Chosen
To determine where Americans most want to escape with their partner this Valentine's Day, travel company Exoticca surveyed 3,012 couples and identified the country's most desirable cozy and romantic getaway spots.
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Top Romantic Destinations in the United States
The top 10 destinations in the U.S. that couples want most this Valentine's Day include:
- Lake Placid, New York
- Aurora, New York
- Ouray, Colorado
- Gatlinburg, Tennessee
- Taos, New Mexico
- Apalachicola, Florida
- Fernandina Beach, Florida
- Bristol, Rhode Island
- Mount Dora, Florida
- Homer, Alaska
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Louisiana’s Most Romantic Getaways
In Louisiana, there are three locations featured as the most sought-after cozy getaways for Valentine's Day across America. We're not mad at these choices either. Here are those selections along with their national rankings and commentary from Exoticca:
#61 - Abita Springs
Cool evenings and empty sidewalks give Abita Springs a quietly removed winter feel that suits a Valentine’s escape built around lingering rather than rushing. The pace slows naturally once darkness arrives. Cabins and small inns nearby make it easy to stay close to warmth after sunset. An evening drink at Abita Brew Pub offers a relaxed finish before heading home to settle in early and let the night remain calm.
Brick streets and river views take on a calm, almost hushed quality in winter, shaping Natchitoches into an easygoing place to slow down. That atmosphere suits a romantic getaway focused on unhurried routines rather than packed plans. Staying nearby encourages early evenings shaped around warmth. A late lunch at Merci Beaucoup Restaurant provides a cozy pause during the day before the evening gradually draws people back indoors to unwind.
Cooler air moving through the hills gives St. Francisville a quiet, reflective winter presence that fits easily into a Valentine’s retreat. Historic streets empty early, shifting attention indoors as daylight fades. Inns and cottages nearby feel especially inviting this time of year, offering warmth and stillness after dark. A slow afternoon often includes a stop at Birdman Coffee & Books before retreating back inside to settle in for the night.
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