Romantic getaways are not that hard to find. Most Americans choose to travel abroad to places like Australia, Italy, Greece, and Ireland.

But according to Money Habits and Confessions Survey conducted in 2017, over 70% of people in the US get themselves in debt to pay for a holiday as half of Americans simply forget to put their travels into the annual budget.

The good news is that you don’t have to break the bank to have romantic getaways this weekend. Moreover, you don’t even need your passport!

Top 7 romantic getaways in the US

1. Yellowstone National Park

What could be a better place for a romantic break than America’s first national park? Boasting 2.2-million-acre wilderness, Yellowstone National Park has rich wildlife and a number of natural wonders that could make anyone gasp with admiration.

2. Savannah, Georgia

It’s hard to resist Savannah’s charms. The oldest city in the Peach state offers stunning oak trees, historical architecture and impressive mansions. The weather is warm and welcoming whenever you decide to drop by and the food is so delicious that it makes Savannah the perfect Southern getaway.

3. Maui

There were times when Niagara Falls held the title of the best honeymoon place in the world. However, today it likely belongs to another place – Maui. It offers the most romantic beaches, like famous Maluaka Beach, and the best spots for the most epic date ideas.

4. Hocking Hills, Ohio

If you like an dventure in lush forests and craggy caves, Ohio’s Hocking Hills is the destination for you and your beau. It’s the most ideal place to get away from the bustle of the city as even during the busiest season, you won’t be able to spot any crowds.

5. The Florida Keys

The Florida Keys is surely the most romantic part of the continental U.S. Why? Well, over 20% of people visiting it go there to renew their wedding vows or get married.

6. Big Sur, California

California’s Central Coast is an ideal place for a romantic seaside holiday. The picturesque ocean views it offers are hard to find elsewhere and the state park homes one of the most photographed waterfalls in the whole California.

7. Greenville, South Carolina

Greenville is the quintessence of southern charm but it also offers another beauty to behold – the Blue Ridge Mountains. The place has beautiful outdoor oasis that will make you want to come back again and again.

Traveling is good for couples

According to the U.S. Travel Association, couples who travel together have a better relationship than those who don’t. Partners who often share a romantic vacation report to be more satisfied, happy and have better communication with each other.