By Kara Franker and Lauren Tjaden. Ready to let sparks fly? Florida is for lovers. Loads of sunshine, luxurious hotels, the freshest seafood, year-round perfect weather and miles of beaches combine to make a potent romantic elixir.
For views that will take your breath away and cold cocktails to go along with it, head to the rooftop of the Hurricane on the Pass-a-Grille section of the beach.
Or park your toes in the sand and listen to live music while the sun bids farewell at the Paradise Grille. Not only does the Don CeSar Hotel look like a sandcastle, it has a fairytale ambiance that will make you and your partner feel like royalty. Nicknamed the "Pink Palace," this legendary resort is nestled directly on the glistening, white sands of the Gulf of Mexico. Couples can enjoy a barefoot stroll on the beach together and then cool off with a shared ice cream cone from Uncle Andy's Ice Cream Parlor.
For the ultimate splurge — perhaps if you plan to ask your partner a very special question-- reserve the private dining room. For an unforgettable date night under the stars and moon, explore St. There's nothing more romantic than ascending a spiral staircase and climbing steps in the heart of a historic lighthouse, especially when you're greeted with stunning panoramic ocean views at the top. Built in , the lighthouse at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park offers free tours Thursday — Monday, offering a romantic place for your anniversary, or to get down on one knee as a starting point for all the anniversaries to come.
The Ritz-Carlton , stretched along the shimmering, golden-hued sands of the Atlantic on Key Biscayne , is just seven miles from downtown Miami but seems a world away.
