Sometimes, gentlemen, you have to go beyond chocolates and flowers. 2500 miles beyond, to a little island in the Pacific called Maui. In our guide to Hawaii’s best island we gave Maui highest honors as Hawaii’s most romantic island. The sweet smelling air, miles of beaches, and dreamy sunsets are enough to cement any relationship.

With the weak economy can you afford a romantic getaway? You’ll be surprised at some of the amazing deals on offer. A prime example is the aptly name Love Nest by the Sea, a beautifully remodeled Maui vacation rental on sugar beach.

Another Mission Accomplished courtesy of Maui

Many vacation rentals that normally rent for $200+ per night are offering terrific recession discounts with prices as low as $120/night. Taking into account tax savings, that’s more than $600 if you stay for a week, enough to cover the cost of an airplane ticket!