6 OF THE BEST VALENTINE’S DAY BREAKS Italy

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Travel to Verona, the setting for the ultimate romantic tale, Romeo And Juliet, and stay at the Palazzo Victoria. From 13-16 February you can enjoy cocktails, a carriage ride and tickets to the historic Lomberti Tower from £226pp per night. www.palazzovictoria.com.

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Isles of Scilly What could be more romantic than staying in a star-shaped castle above a pristine white sand beach? Book a stay at Star Castle between 11-18 February and you’ll also be wooed with chocolates, champagne and a boat trip to Tresco island. From £399pp for three nights. www.star-castle.co.uk.

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France With its picturesque turrets, manicured grounds and beautifully renovated period interiors, Château Les Carrasses in rolling Languedoc countryside is the perfect setting to inspire romance. A two-night stay costs from £130pp. www.lescarrasses.com.

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Scotland Be inspired by the ultimate romantic hero, James Bond, and book into Skyfall cottage on the banks of Loch Ewe in the Western Highlands. This cosy hideaway boasts a wood-burning stove and a hot tub for two with views over the tranquil loch. A threenight Valentine’s weekend break costs £595 for two. www.skyfall.uniquehomestays.com.

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London Treat yourself to a Valentine’s Package at Café Royal in Piccadilly, overlooking the statue of the god of love, Eros. Your one-night stay includes champagne and a fivecourse Valentine’s dinner. From £450pp, only on 14 February. www.hotelcaferoyal.com.

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Lapland Entrance your beloved with a magical show of the Northern Lights on a Wilderness Romance experience in Finnish Lapland that includes a night-time sleigh ride. Three nights including flights from £899pp. www.transun.co.uk.

Ursula Hirschkorn