Great Illinois Weekend Getaways for Couples

Romantic Getaways in Illinois!

Michelle M. Guilbeau-Sheppard
Illinois Weekend Getaways for Couples

Illinois is a great state with so many fun and exciting things to do, finding time to do those fun and exciting things can be challenging for couples, at times. However, weekend getaways make the time a little bit more manageable, here you will find 4 fun and exciting Illinois Weekend Getaways for Couples.

Galena, Illinois

Galena, Illinois is one of the most romantic getaways in Illinois for couples, it is a charming little town about a 3 hours drive from Chicago. Galena offers a variety of Bed and Breakfast options, there are numerous activities for couples to do in Galena such as shopping in the quaint shops, visiting the historical sites and eating at the fine dining establishments. An Illinois getaway in Galena is pure pleasure for a couple looking for that special time together.

Springfield, Illinois

Springfield, Illinois is an excellent Illinois getaway choice as it is located in the central part of the state and offers so much for couples. Northfield Inn and Suites in Springfield offers a "Venus and Mars" package where couples can enjoy some time alone but also enjoy time together to rekindle their relationship. The gentlemen's time alone involves playing a round of golf while the ladies time alone involves activities in the spa. Together in the room, the couple can rekindle their relationship with strawberries and champagne.

Peoria, Illinois

If you love wine then this might be the Illinois getaway you and your significant other are looking for. Peoria, Illinois offers an abundant amount of activities but a highlight of this Illinois weekend getaway is Kickapoo Creek Winery, this is a full service winery with a tasting room and gift shop. There are also 250 acres that include trails, two lakes and great places to rest under old oak trees. Another fantastic winery is Willett's Winery and Cellar, it is family owned and here you will experience the European charm of yester-year.

St.Charles, Illinois

St.Charles, Illinois and the surrounding area is my personal favorite as this is my neck of the woods so to speak. There is so much for couples to do, the area offers wonderful places to stay such as: The Hotel Baker and Pheasant Run Resort and Spa, both establishments are located in St.Charles, Illinois and they are equally excellent. The Herrington Inn is amazing and is located in Geneva, Illinois. There are wonderful outdoor activities and many are even free such as: The Batavia Riverwalk, The Fox River Trail and Fabyan Estate and Forest Preserve. Restaurants abound in the area and the variety is numerous, the St.Charles area is the perfect Illinois weekend getaway for couples!

Illinois has so many wonderful places to see, couples can definitely take many Illinois weekend getaways and see something new and exciting every time they go. Planning weekend getaways is not difficult, map out a course of action, take the necessary steps to make the reservations and most importantly, have a great time!

Published by Michelle M. Guilbeau-Sheppard

Michelle is best known as the "how to" girl and she is a consistent Hot 100 Yahoo! writer. She contributes to Yahoo! Shine, Your Wisdom from Yahoo!, Yahoo! Finance, Yahoo! Sports and the Yahoo! Contributer N...   View profile

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  • R. Elizabeth C. Kitchen (Rose) 1/17/2009

    Nicely written :)

  • 3lilangels 11/8/2008

    Wonderful job and wow what super pictures, sooooooooooo lovely!!!

  • Sofya Blinder 11/7/2008

    Wonderful work!

  • jcorn 11/7/2008

    The article is stellar and the photo is gorgeous. You and I have had weekend getaways on the brain ;)

  • Roberta Baxter 11/7/2008

    Thank you. Good info. Roberta B.

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