Readers of USA TODAY and 10Best voted a surprising destination into 1st place in our Readers' Choice contest for Most Romantic North American City. A hearty congratulation goes out to St. Paul, Minnesota, which won while wearing its winter wonderland look. St. Paul took an early lead and never relinquished the top spot.
Voters handed southern favorite Savannah, Georgia the 2nd place nod, while Victoria, British Columbia took honors in 3rd place. Rounding out the top five spot were Santa Fe, New Mexico and new Orleans, Louisiana.
The full list of winners in the 'Best Romantic North American Getaway' contest category for 10Best Readers' Choice are as follows:
- St. Paul, Minnesota
- Savannah, Georgia
- Victoria, British Columbia
- Santa Fe, New Mexico
- New Orleans, Louisiana
- Naples, Florida
- Bar Harbor, Maine
- Mendocino, California
- Charleston, South Carolina
- Honolulu, Hawaii
Congratulations to all our winners!
Voters are allowed to vote once per day, per category. 10Best does regular audits of its votes, to confirm no unethical voting is occurring. To see contests currently underway, go to: https://www.10best.com/awards/travel/
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The Experts
Libby McMillan
10Best Sr. Editor Libby McMillan is a die-hard... Read More
10Best Sr. Editor Libby McMillan is a die-hard romantic who's visited (and swooned in) nearly every getaway place on this list. As a writer, she soaks up details, while as a photographer she appreciates the visual splendor of any stunning place she goes. A journalist who's happiest when traveling as part of a pair, she enthusiastically recommends romance as the perfect theme for a trip.
Libby McMillan

10Best Sr. Editor Libby McMillan is a die-hard romantic who's visited (and swooned in) nearly every getaway place on this list. As a writer, she soaks up details, while as a photographer she appreciates the visual splendor of any stunning place she goes. A journalist who's happiest when traveling as part of a pair, she enthusiastically recommends romance as the perfect theme for a trip.
Lydia Schrandt
10Best Photo Editor Lydia Schrandt has seen a good... Read More
10Best Photo Editor Lydia Schrandt has seen a good portion of the world with her traveling companion and always enjoys savoring a new place a deux. Her camera lens is often trained on the most beautiful spots of a romantic destination, but she never forgets to pack away the gear and just enjoy the destination as any lucky couple might.
Lydia Schrandt

10Best Photo Editor Lydia Schrandt has seen a good portion of the world with her traveling companion and always enjoys savoring a new place a deux. Her camera lens is often trained on the most beautiful spots of a romantic destination, but she never forgets to pack away the gear and just enjoy the destination as any lucky couple might.
Ben Abramson
Ben Abramson is USA TODAY's online travel editor,... Read More
Ben Abramson is USA TODAY's online travel editor, and has traveled across much of America in search of memorable meals, great art and architecture and vibrant cities. He thinks that all travel is romantic, but some destinations make the moment on their own.
Ben Abramson

Ben Abramson is USA TODAY's online travel editor, and has traveled across much of America in search of memorable meals, great art and architecture and vibrant cities. He thinks that all travel is romantic, but some destinations make the moment on their own.