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August is National Romance Month, which feels fitting. It's peak summer fling season and exactly six months until Valentine's Day. So today we're embracing all things romance, from the year's best books to unforgettable summer movies and underrated TV couples.
2026’s Best Romance Books
(So Far)
Whether you're craving enemies-to-lovers, second chances, or a romance that makes you cry in public, these are the year's best love stories to add to your TBR.
Vera Stein Is Fine
by Julie Murphy
When forty-year-old Vera lands at a Palm Springs retirement community for former Hollywood stars, she gets an unexpected second act complete with swinging seniors, a surprise job, and a rekindled romance with her college fling (who's also her ex-husband).
Hotel Spotlight
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Check In: The Nantucket Inn | Nantucket, MA
The Nantucket Inn offers a quiet, comfortable home base with all the warmth of a classic New England stay. Rooms are cozy and sunlit, with beachy décor and thoughtful touches that embody relaxation. Start your day with breakfast at Nobadeer Cafe, then head out to explore sandy beaches, bike trails, and historic cobblestone streets. See more.
21 Movies With Epic Summer Romances
Sunsets, vacations, first loves, and whirlwind flings. These romances capture everything we love about falling in love during the summer.
Before Sunrise
Streaming free on Tubi
Whether you're a film bro, a hopeless romantic, or both, this masterpiece somehow works for everyone. Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy have effortless chemistry in this intimate story of two strangers who fall in love over one night in Vienna.
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Download 📺: Love Hard | Pack 📚: Meet Me at the Lake
Check In: Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa | Lake Placid, NY
All 127 rooms and suites feel like an elegantly decorated cabin, perfect for a cozy escape from the city. Each comes with a sunroom sitting area with floor-to-ceiling French doors to take in the serene Mirror Lake and Adirondack Mountain views. Turn up the relaxation with a visit to Mirror Lake Inn's award-winning Lake Placid Spa! See more.
Hidden Gem TV Romances to Binge ASAP
Think you've already watched every great TV romance? We found the underrated ones that are every bit as swoony.
Starstruck
Streaming on HBO Max
If Notting Hill were a millennial sitcom, it might look something like this. Rose Matafeo's hilarious and charming rom-com follows an ordinary woman after a one-night stand with a famous movie star.
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Together with Inside Hotels
Download 📺: Every Year After | Pack 📚: Beach Read
Check In: Mill Falls Resort Collection | Meredith, NH
Set along the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee, Mill Falls Resort Collection brings together four waterfront properties connected by gardens, walkways, and a charming lakeside marketplace. Rooms range from rustic-luxe lakefront retreats to cozy inn-style stays, all with easy access to pools, the spa, and the resort’s scenic shoreline. Spend your days exploring nearby trails, or getting out on the water for paddleboarding or sunset cruises. See more.
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