Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia on their wedding day in ManhattanNewlyweds Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia, both principal dancers at the New York City Ballet, wanted their honeymoon to feel unhurried, in contrast to their strenuous journeys as they perform on stages around the world. So for their 11-day itinerary in the Pacific, Mejia says, “we wanted to have a once-in-a-lifetime experience together.” He assembled a multistop tour that first took them to Maui, where they stayed at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, and then on to French Polynesia. For their five nights at the Four Seasons Resort Bora Bora, Peck says, “We did excursions every single day but still had the most relaxing, pampering time.” Here the couple, who married in Manhattan in June, recount their South Pacific escape so memorable that they just may make it twice in a lifetime: “We were like, ‘Maybe in 10 years, we can go back,’” Peck says. “Now we’re like, ‘Maybe for our fifth anniversary!’”

Tiler Peck and Roman Mejia on their wedding day in Manhattan

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The ocean blue

“I love the beach, but I don’t get to be in the water often in New York. I mean, I wouldn’t swim in the Hudson. But the water in Bora Bora is unreal. Even in the open ocean, you can see down to the bottom. We did every excursion: jet-skiing, snorkeling, swimming with sharks. We had so much fun that we didn’t have time to worry about having to go back to work.” –Roman

For couples seeking a mix of adventure, relaxation, and undisturbed moments together at sea, a romantic cruise offers a natural setting to reconnect. Whether marking a honeymoon, anniversary, or simply prioritizing quality time, cruising blends comfort and connection through private balcony sunsets, thoughtfully prepared dinners, and destinations that encourage shared discovery.

The experience can vary widely depending on your travel style, from exploring Antarctic coastlines with Quark Expeditions to sailing historic European ports with Viking, or enjoying sun-soaked Caribbean harbors with Princess Cruises. While each itinerary brings its own personality, the heart of a romantic cruise remains consistent: meaningful destinations, unrushed moments, and experiences best enjoyed side by side. With that in mind, here is our list of the most romantic couples cruises of the year.

Princess Cruises

Itinerary: 7-day Mediterranean with Italy & Turkey
Departure: June 30, 2026

Experience: This Mediterranean itinerary visits Santorini and Mykonos, Greece, and Kusadasi, Turkey, among other ports, giving couples a mix of scenic island stops and historic coastal cities. In Santorini, excursions focus on caldera viewpoints, winery visits, and time in Oia, while Mykonos offers beach clubs, coastal walks, and small-group sailing tours. Kusadasi provides access to Ephesus, where guided walks through ancient ruins are both manageable and engaging. Onboard, Princess supports downtime between ports with balcony dining, a full-service spa offering couples treatments, evening movies on deck, and The Sanctuary, an adults-only space that offers a quieter alternative to the main pool areas.

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Celebrity Cruises

Itinerary: 10-night Ultimate Southern Caribbean
Departure: March 6, 2026

What’s to love: The pinnacle of US romantic retreats, this history-steeped, 550-acre hideaway overlooking the scenic coast of Montecito has hosted the who’s who of high society, world politics, and Hollywood over the decades, including honeymooners John and Jacqueline Kennedy in 1953. Today, San Ysidro Ranch stands as a comprehensive study in ultra-luxury—past and present—where cascading gardens, bucolic vine-cloaked cottages, and detail-focused staff set the stage for timeless love stories. Each of the 38 accommodations is individually decorated, featuring hand-selected antique furnishings, original artwork, handmade four-poster canopy beds, and sublime soaking tubs (all cottages also flaunt private patios with outdoor rain showers, oversized sunken spas, and dining areas.) Manicured grounds are strewn with olive and oak groves, lavender fields, lemon pergolas, and rose gardens, framing pathways that reach coveted creature comforts like a heated hillside pool, a full-service spa, award-winning restaurant, The Stonehouse, and under-the-radar celeb hangout, The Speakeasy at Plow & Angel. Complimentary dining is included in the nightly rate.

Romance factor: Enjoy a private, candle-lit dinner in the property’s most historic space, a bona fide old adobe cottage dating to 1825, choosing from the same sublime farm-and ocean-to-table menu of The Stonehouse (The Santa Barbara diver-caught sea urchin, pan-seared Santa Barbara abalone with housemade squid ink capellini, and line-caught English Channel Dover sole are three must-tries.) Organize a tasting in the Secret Cellar, tucked behind the 15,500+ bottles of the Ranch’s principal underground wine cellar, and sip away as a designated sommelier guides you through flights of fine international and local wines. Venture off-property for rewarding hikes and pursuits in Santa Barbara wine country.

Get there: A 90-minute drive from Los Angeles International Airport

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