인터넷 경제 전문지 포버스에서 선정한 "America's Most Romantic Places To Visit"를 선정 발표했다. 포버스 전문 트래블러들의 추천수를 참고로 하고 그 지역의 방문객수 등등..순위를 매김.  개인의 주관적인 생각이 많이 들어가 있지만, 대다수의 사람들이 수긍하는 장소들..
전부 로맨틱하고 아름답지만 우리정서와는 안맞는 곳들도 있네요.




Sunset Bay Cruise, San Francisco, Calif.
Many city skylines are romantic, but few include a majestic brick-colored bridge and mist-covered headlands. These are what make the Sunset Bay Cruise in San Francisco so idyllic. "The view of the city at dusk and the Golden Gate Bridge with the sunset behind it really defines a romantic setting," says Permenter. The cruise costs $45 per person.
많은 도시들의 스카이라운지에서의 광경들은 모두 로맨틱하다. 그러나 샌프란시스코의 크루즈에서 보는 일몰의 광경은
로맨틱스러움의 극치를 달린다고나 할까...샌프란시스코의 선상 크루즈는 인당 $45 수준이라고...



The Berkshires, Mass.
This rural area is best known for its beautiful countryside mixed with highbrow culture. Along with the Taconic Mountains, Western New England Marble Valleys and Berkshire Highlands, you'll find the Williamstown Theater Festival and outdoor concert venue Tanglewood, where the Boston Symphony Orchestra performs regularly in the summer. "It's an ideal combination of natural beauty and sophistication," says Florence Quinn, founder of New York travel and hospitality public relations firm Quinn & Co.
아름다운 전형적인 시골에서 보스톤 심포티 오케스트라를 사랑하는 사람과 함께...



Moab, Utah (유타주 모하브)
On the banks of the Colorado River, this area is best known for its adventure sports, including mountain biking on Moab's Slickrock Trail and kayaking through Canyonlands National Park. But the trail rides through the red rock canyons are what make this place so romantic. Pamela Lassers, a media relations director at luxury travel tour operator Abercrombie & Kent, suggests a romantic picnic dinner atop Dead Horse Point, which overlooks the Colorado River and canyons from an elevation of 2,000 feet.
그랜트캐넌 내쇼날 파크의 콜로라도 강의 절경.



West Elk Mountains, Montrose, Colo.
Tucked away between Aspen and Telluride, the West Elk Mountains region is unique because of its mild climate, which has made it prime for growing organic fruits and vegetables as well as locally raised lamb, poultry and game. Within the cottonwoods you'll find Smith Fork Ranch, a luxury retreat known for its market-to-table menu, log-cabin suites for couples and stunning views of the mountains. Three-night packages start at $2,920.



Inside Passage, Alaska
Taking a ferry up the inside passage offers a sense of what early American explorers experienced. From the beaches to glaciers, to coves and islands rich with wildlife, any nature lover will be captivated by his or her surroundings. While stopping off in the city of Juneau, stay at Pearson's Pond, an inn and adventure spa where couples enjoy a fireplace, waterfront hot tub and views of the forest in each suite. Rates start at $225 per night.



Big Sur, Calif.
The gem of California's Highway 1, Big Sur's romance is found in its sweeping views of rocky ocean cliffs, hugged by pine and cypress trees. Arguably the best way to view the scenery is a trek down the Overlook Trail in Julia Pfeiffer State Park. However, regardless of how much you exert yourself during the day, the Post Ranch Inn is among the most desirable lodgings you'll find. Not only does the 40-room hotel offer mountain or ocean views in each room, accommodations are guaranteed to include a king-size bed, wood-burning fireplace, indoor or outdoor spa tub and a private deck.



Clingmans Dome, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tenn.
At 6,643 feet, Clingmans Dome is the highest point in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, as well as the highest point in Tennessee, with views that stretch for up to 100 miles. What's more, the pine forest means that it's often damp and drizzly, which brings out the romantic in many. "It's perfect for snuggling while you sight-see," says Paris Permenter, publisher of romantic travel site Lovetripper.com.



St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands
Locals call this island Love City, says John Bigley, co-publisher of romantic travel site Lovetripper.com. With a stretch of sand called Honeymoon Beach and miles of undeveloped national parkland, the island offers plenty of hideaways for couples. Caneel Bay, with its seven beaches, luxury accommodations and five restaurants, is the top resort on the island. Round trip airfare from New York starts at about $500.



Niagara Falls, N.Y. (나이아가라 폭포)
A walk over the Rainbow Bridge still offers beautiful views of both the American and Canadian falls a half a century after Niagara became so popular with honeymooners. What's more, the ions released by the crashing water are said to have an aphrodisiac effect on passersby, according to Bigley.



Hoh Rain Forest, Wash.
With its enchanting moss-filled curtains, waterfalls and trails, this temperate rainforest in the Olympic Peninsula could be called the Emerald City of the Northwest, according to Teri Citterman, editor of The Best Places to Kiss in the Northwest. "This is a rugged, rocky, lush, enchanting forest," says Citterman. Stay at the Lost Mountain Lodge, which offers several romantic getaway packages on its Web site. Rooms start at $185 per night.