Romantic Trips
Top 10 foreign wedding destinations
You’ve decided to tie the knot abroad, but where do you exchange your vows? Overseas weddings have soared in popularity, with around one in six Britons, choosing to head abroad for their special day. There are so many amazing locations around the world, choosing the perfect place for your wedding can be daunting.
Rock bottom deals for holidays down under
For bookings made now up until 28 February 2010 for travel until 30 April 2010, visit the heart of Australia and arguably the world’s most iconic and spiritual rock – ‘Uluru’ staying at Ayers Rock Resort and receive three nights accommodation for the price of two as well the award-winning ‘Sounds of Silence’ sand under foot, stars up above, outback dining experience, saving £148/person (A$260/person)*.
Groom rows across Atlantic for wedding in Barbados
Weddings abroad experts, Tropical Sky, are in ‘oar’ of their latest newly-wed couple. Neil Ward and Louise Robertson ‘tide’ the knot at Almond Beach Village in Barbados over the Valentine’s weekend after Neil rowed a mammoth 2,500 miles across the Atlantic for the ceremony!
Amazing March offer at Scottish island hideaway
Head for luxury Hebridean hideaway Broad Bay House this March and de-stress for less as you savour the unhurried pace of idyllic island life in this unspoilt and romantic corner of Scotland.
An unforgettable Easter break at Lake Vyrnwy Hotel
Fine food and fine wines, plus an especially indulgent Chocolate Afternoon Tea are combined with springtime lakeside walks to make an unforgettable Easter break at Lake Vyrnwy Hotel.
Find love abroad this Valentine's Day
A Contiki Holidays investigation into finding love in Europe reveals the 'Italian Stallion' is a thing of the past. Instead women should be looking out for a ‘Cheeky German’ or a ‘British Bulldog’ for the perfect date this Valentine’s day. People from the UK, Spain, Germany, Italy and France were surveyed to find out how we all compare when it comes to love and the results may come as a surprise.
Make sure you have insured your engagement ring
If you are planning to buy an engagement ring this Valentine's Day, the last thing on your mind is insurance. However, before you put a dent in your savings, be sure to check that the ring is covered under your home contents insurance.
Shakespeare Country - the ultimate romantic destination
Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Shakespeare Country with a host of romantic inspired ideas. Romance your loved one by booking into a luxury country house hotel, enjoy a champagne flight, sonnet talks, river cruises and romantic ghost tours or simply relax over a romantic candle-lit dinner in one of the areas many beautiful and historic buildings.
Make a romantic proposal in the Greek Islands
Ionian Weddings has launched a special service to help grooms (or brides!) to be to make a wedding proposal their betrothed will never forget in the most romantic parts of the Greek islands.
Cupid would choose Croatia
Valentine’s Day, Cupid would choose Croatia to try a rare variety of oyster. Oysters are recognised for their aphrodisiac properties. Ston on the Pelješac Peninsula has hosted oyster farms since Roman times and has a solid reputation for the best oysters in Croatia. It is also the only place where the Ostrea Edulis variety is found.
A honeymoon hideaway in Tanzania
The Retreat, located in Northern Selous, Tanzania, is a rustic and romantic honeymoon choice for couples looking to make their trip of a lifetime extra special.
The perfect Valentine's Day proposal
‘Will you marry me?’ is arguably the most important question any man will ask in his life and with Valentine’s Day fast approaching, this can be a daunting time for anyone considering a proposal.
A romantic hideaway in the heart of the Trossachs
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the award winning Lake of Menteith Hotel in Perthshire has been featured in the new edition of Peter Irvine’s 'Scotland the Best' in his list of Top 10 Romantic Hideaways.
Valentine’s Day made simple
We all deserve a little quality time with our loved ones now and then, so what better way of celebrating Valentine’s Day this year than giving your partner the perfect romantic pampering gift – a Belaqua Simply Spa E-Voucher.
Europe’s top 10 romantic hotels
Every year couples exchange gifts such as flowers and chocolates on Valentine’s Day. Those who want to impress their beloved one, offer an unforgettable romantic weekend getaway instead.