If you’re thinking of your next vacation, then why not put romance at the heart of your journey? To inspire you this Valentine’s Day, we’ve put together a selection of the most romantic places in the world. From tranquil islands and natural wonders to the greatest cities, read on and feel the love.

The past 20 months have certainly taught us that travel is a precious gift and privilege we can’t take for granted but I have also realized that my desire – even urge – to travel has never been stronger. I also firmly believe that COVID-19 is here to stay, it will eventually transition from a pandemic to being endemic, but it is absolutely possible to coexist with the virus (governments working together on a unified approach would certainly be helpful but the advent of Omicron has yet again shown that every country, or sometimes even region is determined to put their own random measures in place, so this remains wishful thinking on my part).

“The journey has its own lyrics

A duet of balanced motion

The rails and wheels in tune.”      

Richard L.Ratliff

There is something timeless about traveling by train. It slows down the pace and allows you to soak up grand stretches of scenery from the comfort of a palace on wheels. Rather than flying over vast expansive countries, you can immerse further in scenic delights that many will never see.  Luxury rail travel tours give you the opportunity to escape the mundane and exchange the cacophony of modern life for the gentle hum of the train on the tracks.