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A huge smile breaks across their face as they fling their arms around you. What can be better than giving the best gift and really making their day? Want to offer the love of your life a little more than the standard chocolates and flowers this year? Why not take a romantic break? It costs less than you might think and spoiling yourselves as a couple could be the best present you give this year. If you are going to take a break then there is so much choice and finding the right romantic getaway could just make your Valentine\u2019s Day extra special.<\/p>\n

Paris or UAE?<\/h2>\n

There are places that you might automatically think of for your Valentine\u2019s trip and Paris is probably one of them but for the amount of money you would look to pay for two nights at a five-star hotel in the French capital you could spend five nights with your beloved in five-star luxury somewhere else. Let\u2019s face it, Paris is cold in February but Dubai and the UAE is hot, hot, hot. Soak up some sun, relax by the pool and enjoy the advantages of all-inclusive for a very similar price to those two nights in blustery Paris. What could be more romantic than a holiday together? And let\u2019s face it, they are going to be pretty impressed by that gift.<\/p>\n

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Restaurant or Malta?<\/h2>\n

What is more classic and romantic than an excellent meal and a stunning necklace? You could go to a Michelin star restaurant, buy some jewellery and a drop of champagne but if you are going to splash out why not take a trip to Malta? For under \u00a3500 per person you could spend 7 nights away having delicious and romantic meals in the stunning UNESCO World Heritage listed city of Valletta, and taking a moonlit stroll through the winding streets to the beautiful harbour. Sounds like bliss.<\/p>\n

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Chocolates, jewellery\u00a0& champers or Fuerteventura?<\/h2>\n

Okay, so a trip will cost a bit more than some chocolates but if you add together the chocolates, jewellery gift, champagne, and night on the town you are probably somewhere in the region of \u00a3400. For around another \u00a3250 you could spend a week all-inclusive on one of the Canary Islands like Fuerteventura. Not only will you get extra brownie points with your other half but you can take a romantic and relaxing break for the both of you.<\/p>\n

\"Fuerteventura<\/p>\n

Make a Splash in the Maldives<\/h2>\n

Of course it is a bit more expensive than the other options on the list but if you are really going all out this year, maybe there\u2019s a proposal on the horizon or you just want to say a huge thank you to the love of your life, why not go to The Maldives? It is a popular honeymoon destination and for a good reason. This island paradise is stunning with spectacular beaches, phenomenal views and romantic places everywhere you turn, and the all-inclusive options make for a blissful, sun-soaked treat and a holiday that you will never forget.<\/p>\n

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Inspired to take him\/her somewhere special?<\/h3>\n

Choose from a hand-picked selection of hotels all at unbelievable prices.<\/em><\/p>\n

DUBAI<\/a><\/span> MALDIVES<\/a><\/span> MALTA<\/a><\/span> FUERTEVENTURA<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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