Satisfy your sweet tooth this Valentine’s Day with a chocolate-themed family travel getaway.
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Burlington, Vermont
Stay at Hotel Vermont for a cozy Valentine’s Day getaway. This hotel’s romance package includes house-made chocolate truffles and sparkling wine upon arrival, as well as newly added hot cocoa boards on the bedtime menu.
Dana Point, California
Book the Seaside Sweetheart offer at Laguna Cliffs Marriott. Available Feb. 7–16, this experience at the resort spa includes a 60-minute couples massage along with chocolate truffles and Champagne.
Houston, Texas
Visit the world’s first chocolate and cocktail speakeasy, Case Chocolates. Enjoy three flights of unique chocolates from around the world, paired with cocktails.
Porto, Portugal
The Chocolate Story, part of Porto’s WOW Museums, brings visitors through the history and process of chocolate making. For Valentine’s Day, the museum hosts a variety of workshops for kids and adults.
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Santa Barbara, California
This coastal California city is home to many excellent bakeries and chocolatiers. Visit Menchaca Chocolate and book a Chocolate & Art Workshop, including a special two-hour Valentine’s Day class.
Zürich, Switzerland
Head to Zürich and visit Lindt Home of Chocolate. Switzerland’s largest chocolate museum features an indulgent experience including a factory tour, samples of Lindor Truffles and a hands-on chocolate-making workshop.
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