NEW YORK (Money magazine) - Funny, isn't it, how some places seem to be meant for two?

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Certainly that's often thanks to the associations that we bring to our travels. Sometimes, though, it's the place itself -- you'll catch a glimpse of a great view or look across a square at twilight and know: This was a moment to be shared.

It's a testament to how fond we are of our readers that MONEY has found six romantic getaways, just in time for Valentine's Day, but lovely any time of year.

Pauline Frommer of Travel Budget magazine reveals best romantic getaways from Paris to Honolulu. Play video (Real or Windows Media)

We picked destinations that are easy to reach, geographically diverse and -- though you need not mention it to your companion -- a great value for the buck. And with the conviction that romance isn't easily branded or mass-marketed, we've chosen one-of-a-kind, and mostly small and independent, hotels, B&Bs and inns.

The prices for accommodations that follow are winter rates, typically in effect through April. Many places, though, will have promotions and last-minute specials, so it pays to investigate.

Keep in mind that at many high-end hotels, the cheapest rooms are overpriced for what you get -- so it's often worth paying a little more for something truly special.

To learn more about one of the getaway destinations, simply click on the images below.

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