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    Romantic Staycation

    Book a staycation at these Dallas hotels to pamper your valentine

    Julia Bunch
    Feb 6, 2017 | 2:42 pm

    Whether you’re too busy to book a romantic out-of-town getaway or you prefer a low-key day of love, we could all use a little help planning the perfect Valentine’s Day celebration. These hotels in and around downtown Dallas will help you toast your valentine in a way you’ll never forget.

    The Adolphus Hotel
    On the weekends of February 10 and February 17, indulge with the Adolphus’ Do Not Disturb package. It includes $150 in Spa Adolphus credit, which is just enough for two 30-minute express massages so you can get back to your room for more relaxing. You’ll also score overnight valet, body oil, $50 toward room service, and sweets and sparkling wine to toast each other.

    Omni Hotels
    The aptly named Retreat to Romance package at all Omni Hotels treats couples to a romantic turndown with slow jams and comfy robes, a bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival, and a $100 credit for food and drink. Cupid — the concierge, that is — can make reservations at Texas Spice, Bob’s Steak & Chop House, or anywhere else you choose. The best part of the package? Late checkout. Plus, from February 11 to 19, Omni Dallas’ Mokara Spa has a 50-minute chocolate-vanilla Swedish massage for $125 for singles, or $250 for couples. Or treat yourself to a chocolate lavender pedicure — glass of champagne included — for $55. No need to be a hotel guest to take advantage of those spa offerings.

    The Joule
    From February 12 to February 16, begin your evening of romance with complimentary drinks (we suggest something sparkling) at the Lobby Bar, followed by a day of pampering that starts with breakfast in bed. That late checkout will come in handy after you decide how to use that $50 credit to the Spa at The Joule.

    The Ritz-Carlton
    With three unique packages at the Ritz-Carlton, you and your honey will be properly wined and dined, and pampered and polished. Until the end of February, the Valentine’s Day and Bed and Breakfast packages both include in-room breakfast from Fearing’s. Those who choose the Valentine’s Day package will also sip champagne, be treated to a rose-petal turndown service, and score a free gift with any spa treatment. The Prince Charming Experience, designed to assist you in popping the big question, is available all year and includes romantic turndown service with a souvenir glass slipper (the perfect size to hold a ring) and personalized love note, celebratory sparkling wine and chocolate strawberries, breakfast in bed from Fearing’s, and late checkout.

    Westin Dallas Downtown
    Couples looking to pull out all the bells and whistles for Valentine’s Day can score the Westin’s Delight and Indulge package. The Westin will pick you and your sweetheart up from your North Texas home in a limo, welcome you to the presidential suite with Dom Perignon and chocolate truffles, and guide you through the Dallas Farmers Market to select ingredients for a special chef dinner. After a morning of shopping (with a $1,000 gift card), indulge in an in-suite massage before a guided walk or drive for a sunset photo opportunity. The next morning, sip mimosas during breakfast in bed. This weekend, filled with special surprises such as fresh flowers and gifts, runs $20,000 on the weekends of February 10 and February 17.

    Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas
    The Four Seasons’ Valentine’s Day package might be called All You Need Is Love, but the tickets to the Irving Symphony Orchestra’s A Tribute To The Beatles don't hurt either. Classical Mystery Tour will play all your favorites from John, Paul, Ringo, and George at the Saturday, February 11, performance. The next morning, couples can eat breakfast in-room or dine at LAW (we recommend the blue crab omelet or LAW Benedict).

    Bonus: Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek
    Whether you’re traveling, working, or can’t find a sitter to celebrate Valentine’s Day, the Mansion Escape to Romance for Two can be booked anytime. This package includes Swedish massages, an aromatherapy bath, rose-petal turndown, and embroidered pillowcases with the couples’ initials to take home. You’ll eat well with a three-course dinner at the Mansion Restaurant, in-room sparkling wine and chocolate strawberries, and a $30 breakfast credit per person.

    Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek offers the Escape to Romance for Two, which includes a three-course dinner at The Mansion Restaurant.

    Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek
    Photo courtesy of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek
    Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek offers the Escape to Romance for Two, which includes a three-course dinner at The Mansion Restaurant.
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    icon of the seas

    Largest cruise ship in the world to sail from the Texas coast in 2027

    Amber Heckler
    Nov 20, 2025 | 3:00 pm
    Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas cruise ship
    Photo courtesy of Royal Caribbean
    Icon of the Seas is the largest cruise ship in the world.

    Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, the world's largest cruise ship, is heading to Galveston to embark on dozens of coastal getaways during the 2027-2028 travel season.

    The Icon will offer three dozen six-to-eight-day cruises to popular destinations like Cozumel and Puerto Costa Maya, Mexico; Roatan, Honduras; and Royal Caribbean's private island Perfect Day at CocoCay in The Bahamas. Vacationers who travel to Cozumel also get to visit the new Royal Beach Club Cozumel, which is scheduled to open in 2026.

    The gigantic 1,196-foot-long ship boasts a capacity for 7,600 passengers, and features eight themed "neighborhoods" to offer curated experiences for travelers of all ages. Couples who want to relax and connect with nature will enjoy the "Central Park" neighborhood that features an open-air garden with thousands of live plants, while families with young children can take advantage of "Surfside Neighborhood's" splash zones and kid-friendly activities.

    "From thrills like Category 6, the largest waterpark at sea, to unmatched chill across seven pools on board and more than 40 places to dine and drink, families are in for a combination of the best of every vacation with experiences for all ages," a press release says.

    Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas cruise ship Category 6 is the largest waterpark at sea, according to Royal Caribbean.Photo courtesy of Royal Caribbean

    The first expedition setting sail from Galveston in 2027 is a six-night "Western Caribbean" cruise departing on August 16. The trip includes one day each in Puerto Costa Maya, Roatan, and Cozumel before finally returning to Galveston on August 22.

    Travelers who want to spend as much time at sea as possible can book an eight-day "Perfect Day at CocoCay & Caribbean" cruise, which will stop in Cozumel, Puerto Costa Maya, then the Bahaman private island.

    Here is the full schedule of Icon of the Seas cruises departing from Galveston that are available to book in 2027:

    • August 16-22 – 6 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • August 22-28 – 6 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • August 28-September 5, 2027 – 8 Night Perfect Day at CocoCay & Caribbean Cruise
    • September 5-11 – 6 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • September 11-19 – 8 Night Perfect Day at CocoCay & Caribbean Cruise
    • September 19-25 – 6 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • September 25-October 3 – 8 Night Perfect Day at CocoCay & Caribbean Cruise
    • October 3-9 – 6 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • October 9-17 – 8 Night Perfect Day at CocoCay & Caribbean Cruise
    • October 17-23 – 6 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • October 23-31 – 8 Night Perfect Day at CocoCay & Caribbean Cruise
    • October 31-November 6 – 6 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • November 6-14 – 8 Night Perfect Day at CocoCay & Caribbean Cruise
    • November 14-21 – 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • November 21-28 – 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • November 28-December 5 – 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • December 5-12 – 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • December 12-19 – 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • December 19-26 – 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    • December 26-January 2, 2028 – 7 Night Western Caribbean Cruise
    Seven-night Western Caribbean cruises are scheduled to depart from Galveston beginning January 2, 2028. These trips will take place weekly, departing on a Sunday and arriving back in Galveston on the following Sunday through April 23, 2028.

    Icon of the Seas cruises departing from Galveston (starting at $988 per person for a six-night vacation) can be booked on the Royal Caribbean website.

    Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas cruise ship

    Photo courtesy of Royal Caribbean

    Icon of the Seas is the largest cruise ship in the world.

    More cruise news
    Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas announcement is the second major Texas cruise news of November: MSC Cruises' MSC Seascape launched its inaugural voyage from a new $156 million Galveston terminal on Sunday, November 9.

    Notably, he ship's voyages feature a unique upgrade option, called the MSC Yacht Club, which offers guests a 32,000-square-foot private "ship-within-a-ship" experience complete with a dedicated pool, restaurant, lounge, plus butler service, an on-ship concierge, and much more.

    Based in Geneva, Switzerland, MSC Cruises is the world’s third-largest cruise line. Departures from Galveston can now be booked through the website.

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