| There is hardly a better way to rekindle a | | | | of course. And the staff is there -- or not -- as |
| romance than with a romantic getaway, just the | | | | you wish. |
| two of you. Romantic getaways come in a lot of | | | | The beach is only a block away. |
| different styles in California. With our spectacular | | | | SIMPSON HOUSE in Santa Barbara is another |
| coastline, the seaside is always a great option. | | | | romantic choice. The furnishings are quite |
| Here are some of our favorites. | | | | exquisite, and the wine and cheese munchies are |
| SAN YSIDRO RANCH in Montecito, California, is | | | | unmatched. Right outside the door is the trolley |
| one of the finest. It has a long history of bringing | | | | that goes to the Santa Barbara wharf area |
| romance to its guests. This is where the then | | | | where you can wander and sun to your heart's |
| Senator John F. Kennedy brought his lovely bride, | | | | content. |
| Jacqueline, for their honeymoon. | | | | The Plumstead Cottage is perfect for |
| Each cottage at San Ysidro Ranch has its own | | | | honeymoons and romantic weekends. With its |
| name, and it own personality. And each is totally | | | | cozy fireplace, it is truly snuggle perfect. |
| private. There are only 41 cottages, and acres | | | | LA VALENCIA HOTEL in La Jolla has a special |
| and acres of flowers and natural trees and paths | | | | suite for lovers. A cozy sofa creates a perfect |
| to wander, so it is never crowded. | | | | snuggle corner. The many restaurants in La Jolla |
| For a visit to the beach, just ask at the Ranch | | | | ensure a wonderful getaway weekend. |
| House. Your concierge will have the Ranch | | | | And what do you do, once you have found your |
| limousine take you out to Butterfly Beach, | | | | perfect place? For starters, each and every place |
| complete with a picnic. | | | | listed will help you find just the perfect "welcome" |
| FOUR SEASONS BILTMORE in Santa Barbara is | | | | as you arrive. Perhaps it will be champagne and |
| right across the street from a lovely beach. The | | | | strawberries. Or even red roses. And while you |
| personal touches in each room, with personally | | | | are there, do try a couples spa treatment. Dining |
| selected antiques and art, make each room | | | | in a romantic restaurant and walking along lovely |
| special. Choose a suite with an ocean view and | | | | beaches at sunset just cannot be beat. There are |
| you will have a romantic getaway adventure to | | | | wine tours and golf packages, whatever will make |
| remember for a lifetime. | | | | a weekend "romantic" for you. |
| THE BED AND BREAKFAST INN AT LA JOLLA is | | | | Is this the time to rekindle your romance? Think |
| another great choice. This quaint, personally | | | | of a getaway weekend. A romantic getaway |
| decorated inn provides each and every couple | | | | weekend. |
| with its own romantic space. Each room is unique, | | | | |