Valentine’s day dream getaway

By: Tarra Shaliny & Chung Jo Ey

“If I could take you to one place, Elizabeth,

To one very special place,

I would take you to my heart.”

-Tim Gibson-

Where do you want to take your loved ones on this Valentine’s Day, now looming around the corner？ Instead of doing the conventional dinner dates, why not get the pair of you some flight tickets?! Of course, this is if you’re in your budget’s good books. No idea where to go? Here are some suggestions from some other couples in celebrating this big day elsewhere:

1.      Venice, Italy

Unique canals, tons of rivers, and extraordinary architectures make up this beautiful city. “It will be so romantic riding the gondola with my love, sightseeing the beauty of the city and enjoying the moment, just two of us - imagine the world left only you and I…” said Jenny as she looked into her man’s eyes.

Photo courtesy of: http://all-that-is-interesting.com/venice-alley

2.      Paris, France

Paris - the City of Love. There is no doubt that this is one of the most romantic cities in the world. Made famous by its’ Eifel Tower and the cultured art of living mastered by the French, Paris has won the hearts of many a damsel. The café, museums, food, fashion, parks… Need I say more?

Photo courtesy of: http://www.paintingyouwithwords.com/2012/07/29/three-of-my-favorite-romantic-poems/romantic-paris-night-cropped-1024/

3.      Kyoto, Japan

The beautiful landscape and ancient museums made Kyoto be one of the popular choice for couples. Especially Teradaya, which hosted a true and famous love story. “I would like to try the sightseeing train in Kyoto, sitting side-to-side with my girlfriend and enjoy the beautiful scene of Kyoto, and of course to taste the love in the air,” said Jeffery, whose tough exterior hides his oh-so-cute romanticism.

Photo courtesy of: http://honeymoondestinations4u.com/romantic-honeymoon-destinations-couples/

4.      Nami Island, South Korea

Winter Sonata, a very famous Korean drama which touched a lot of people was filmed in this charming island more than 30 times. The most romantic scene is when the couple walking along the road, flanked by rows of tree with a confetti of leaves. “I can’t wait to stroll down that street with my hand in yours - almost like we are in the movies ourselves…” says Leonorah, not without giving her husband a hinting flutter of lashes.

Photo courtesy of: http://www.magnificenttravelspots.com/nami-island

5.      Bali, Indonesia

Hot sun, beach, blue sky…Bali is one of the most beautiful islands in the world and cause many couples to have their honeymoons and weddings here. Snorkelling, diving, and walking along the beach, and romantic scenes that always appear on telenovelas. Enjoy the heat and bask in it!

Photo courtesy of: http://www.conradbali.com/photo-gallery/photos/restaurants-bars-gallery.html

6.      A deserted island

Yes, a deserted island, I know it is extreme but this where the whole world fades out and it feels like it consists of only the two of you and your surroundings. Watching the sun begin and end its daily trajectory, skinny-dipping in the ocean, feeding each other fruits freshly plucked from the tree…It’s almost too romantic! But back to the reality, a vacation that is cut-off from the rest of the world is a super big challenge, and (here’s a shocker!) there will be no Wi-Fi, Facebook, or online shopping sites!! However, finding an uninhabited island might be the greater task - right after ensuring that the two of you are not at each others’ throats for the duration of the stay, of course.

Photo courtesy of: http://www.bootsnall.com/articles/13-08/romantic-ecotourism-getaways.html

Decide now and book a flight ticket for your beloved and yourself. Forget your stressors, enjoy and take your time in making this Valentine’s Day become the most special and memorable one ever.