Its a breeze

THE boutique Seabreeze Resort, Samoa has won “Samoa’s Leading Hotel” for the sixth consecutive year, at the 25th annual World Travel Awards held recently in Hong Kong. 

The award winning Seabreeze Resort is gently nestled into a private secluded bay on Samoa’s famous south-east coast of Upolu. The first “Genuine Adults Only” resort in Samoa for guests 18 years and over, Seabreeze provides the ideal romantic getaway for honeymooners and couples or those seeking luxury and intimacy. Since its re-opening in 2011, Seabreeze, has become one of the most sought-after resorts for total exclusivity in Samoa, winning accolades around the world.  

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A wedding in the edgy east

THOSE who are planning a wedding with a difference should head to buzzing east London for a treasure trove of super quirky venues and creative wedding experiences.

Andaz London hotel on Liverpool Street has launched its ‘Get Shore-hitched’ package, allowing couples to celebrate their day in true East End style. The happy couple can choose how much of Shoreditch they bring into their big day with options including handcrafted graffiti invitations created by local street artists, complimentary ‘his’ and ‘her’ tattoos from an east London tattooist, a ceremony in the hotel’s secret Masonic Temple (to name a few). Also, after the wedding, a local designer can recycle the bride’s wedding dress into a new outfit that can be worn again and again.

Further east, Ace Hotel in Shoreditch is proving popular with animal lovers – not only do they have an extensive vegan menu but they are also proud to be dog friendly – so why not invite your four-legged friend along as a guest or a ringbearer!

For a wedding with a view, the Emirates Air Line cable car, which connects Greenwich to the Royal Albert Dock, hosts wedding receptions for newly-wedded couples who want to take their love to new heights! The glass capsules make the perfect backdrop for wedding photos with views across the O2 and Canary Wharf.

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Tap Air Portugal, named Best Airline in Europe

TAP Air Portugal continues to expand its European network with the addition of daily service to one of Italy’s most romantic destinations, Florence, from June 10, 2018. TAP was named Best Airline in Europe, for the seventh consecutive year, on December 12 by the readers of Global Traveler Magazine. 

Florence will be TAP’s fifth Italian destination served from Lisbon, joining Rome, Bologna, Milan and Venice. Each Italian destination, along with TAP’s entire European and African route network, may be coupled with up to five days’ stopover in Portugal when flying from the United States, Canada or Brazil. 

More than half of TAP’s U.S. passenger traffic continues beyond Lisbon, on to Europe or Africa, and Italy is one of the most popular final destinations. 


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Travelbag launches new honeymoon gift list service

THERE has never been a better time to jet off on a romantic adventure. Travelbag, specialists in tailor made #travel to destinations worldwide, launches its #honeymoon gift list service this October. The new initiative gives friends and families of engaged couples the chance to easily and seamlessly help honeymoon dreams come true. After the question is popped and the champagne is poured, couples are invited to open a free Travelbag honeymoon gift list where they will be assigned their own personal Honeymoon Travel Expert who will advise on the best honeymoon offers and destinations, book all travel including flights, transfers, accommodation and tours, and manage the entire gift list service. 

Brides-to-be and their fiancés can choose from a wide selection of the world’s most romantic hotels and resorts, from the exotic privately-owned Pangkor Laut Resort in Malaysia to the urban haven of New York’s Knickerbocker Hotel. Or, buck the trend and jet off on a mini-moon or even a family-moon – it’s the real-life Honey(moon), I brought the kids! Travelbag also offers a number of multi-centre trips, world class safari, cruise and tour experiences. Lovebirds can snorkel Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, island-hop the Caribbean by luxury cruise, or enjoy fruity sundowners after an exhilarating game drive in South Africa.

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Paris the city of love

TREAT your better half to a Gypsy caravan stay in Ile-de-France; #Paris and enjoy the best of both worlds, city and open parkland, on a romantic #Valentine's trip staying at Camping Bois de Boulogne. 

On the outskirts of the city centre on the 16th arrondissement, the campsite offers affordable self-catering accommodation in a number of traditional gypsy caravans. Completely self-contained, the caravans come with a double bedroom, kitchenette, bathroom and private terrace area. For those with children in tow, there’s also a second bedroom with bunk beds. 

Take time to enjoy the number of scenic walks nearby or take a shuttle bus to the city centre and explore all that Paris has to offer lovers.

From £162.85 for two nights per couple, based on arrivals on Friday 10th February. Go to Pitchup.com for futher information.

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South Devon's top-ten romantic escapes for two

RESEARCH has revealed that South #Devon is among the nation's most romantic destination for lovers, with more than one in three citing its romantic appeal as their top reason for visiting and staying in the area.

The survey, conducted by Visit South Devon, asked more than 700 regular visitors what they most strongly associated South Devon with. The resounding response was romance, followed by recuperation retreats, foodie breaks, and beach escapes.

Sarah Stride, acting general manager for Visit South Devon comments: ‘South Devon is undoubtedly a beguilingly beautiful destination with many breathtaking beaches, bays, hidden coves, charming villages, wild walks, romantic restaurants, remote boltholes, and enchanting hotels.  You only have to take a walk along the coast to become swept up in the #romance of the location. 

‘However, not everyone has had the chance to be seduced by all that South Devon has to offer, so we've put together our top ten places for romantics to revel in, just in time for the #Valentine's weekend.’

1. Take a walk along Bigbury Beach, indulge in fresh seafood, then cross to Burgh Island to explore this iconic South Devon landmark.  Book a local cottage overlooking the island for an unforgettable escape from it all.

2. Take a walk through the Smugglers Tunnel at Shaldon and discover the dramatic beach on the other side. 

3. Take a trip to Noss Mayo and delight in the raw beauty of the peninsular and its isolated sandy beach.

4. Treat yourself and your beau to a spot of luxury in delightful Dartmouth.

5. Stargaze at Slapton Sands and Blackpool Sands in the stunning South Hams, both of which have dramatic dark skies.  Catch a shooting star, spot Start Point Lighthouse in the distance and listen to the waves as they wash up on the shore. 

6. On a bicycle ride for two, explore the scenery along the Exe Estuary trail, taking in Starcross and Dawlish Warren. Stop off at Powderham Castle Food Hall for a warming drink and a slice of something nice.

7. Get all steamy on the South Devon railway with a return trip for two from Totnes to Buckfastleigh. 

8. Choose a section of the South West Coast Path to explore and don't forget to pack a bottle of sparkling Sharpham wine, one of South Devon's finest.  

9. Head to Dartmoor, climb Hay Tor and spot wild ponies. 

10. Promenade your partner on Teignmouth Grand Pier and then take a trip to Teignmouth River Beach.  Cross the river Teign on the oldest ferry in the country and enjoy views of Dartmoor and trawlers as they return with their daily catch. 

www.visitsouthdevon.co.uk 

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