Paris is still a top choice for romance

Paris is still a top choice for romance

Ditch the flowers, chocolates and over-priced meals this Valentine’s Day and get set to impress. From romantic city breaks for her to a date with his favourite team for him, Thomas Cook has some ideas to spice up your Valentine’s and get you in the good books.

For her… It may seem cliché  Paris is still, almost every girl’s dream city break location, for romance. It may seem clichéd but the ‘city of light’ is still the one and only true getaway for Valentine’s day.  If you want to whisk her away from the crowds of couples that descend each year, take her to Parc Monceau, unknown to non-Parisians and extremely romantic.

Visit Paris with Cresta - 3 nights from £255 per person.

Staying at the 3-star plus Le Royal Montparnasse Hotel in Paris on bed and breakfast, flying with British Airways from London Heathrow on 13 February 2013. For more information, visit www.crestaholidays.co.uk.

For him… Come on you bluesMake sure he’s got a great seat to watch his favorite team play, with a match break from Thomas Cook Sport. With exclusive packages available for premiership favourites including Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Tottenham, West Brom, and West Ham United, as well as Celtic and Rangers in Scotland.

Thomas Cook Sport - Chelsea v West Bromwich Albion match break from £139 per person.

Staying at the 3-star Premier Inn London Heathrow on bed and breakfast. Package includes match day tickets - 2March 2013. For more information, visit www.thomascooksport.com

For her… A girl’s best friendTake a trip to Tiffany & Co in New York, home of some of the best quality diamonds in the world.  And, with the dollar at a more favorable rate against the pound she may even get more than she expected. Once you’re done checking out the glitz, head to Central Park for a romantic stroll or visit one of many famous landmarks in New York City.

Visit New York with Thomas Cook Signature - 5 nights from £686 per person.

Staying at the 4-star The Roovsevelt Hotel in New York on room only, flying with United Airlines from London Heathrow on 12 February 2013. For more information, visit .

For him… Get his motor runningTreat him to the drive of his life with a trip to the British Grand Prix, no-one can resist the screech of tarmac and the pure exhilaration of the races.

Thomas Cook Sport - 1-night British Grand Prix break from £297 per person.

Staying at the 4-star Walton Hotel on bed and breakfast. Package includes race day general entrance tickets Sunday Return coach transfers between, and an event Pack including lanyard and ear plugs - 30 June 2013. For more information, visit www.thomascooksport.com.

For her… Romeo in VeronaFamed for Shakespeare’s legendary lovers Romeo and Juliet, Verona is perfect for an intimate short break. Small cobbled streets, classical music and the opera, Verona ticks all the right boxes for romance.  

Visit Verona with Cresta - 2 nights from £246 per person.

Staying at the 4-star Giberti Hotel in Verona on bed and breakfast, flying with British Airways from London Gatwick on 13 February 2013. For more information, visit www.crestaholidays.co.uk. 

For him… Football and cityFor a gift with the wow factor, treat him to a trip to one of Italy’s more stylish cities, Madrid! And throw in a once in lifetime trip to Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, home of the great footballing team Real Madrid.

Thomas Cook Sport - 2 night, Real Madrid v Rayo Vallecano Match Break from £179 per person.

Staying at the 4-star Rafael Hotel Ventas in Madrid on bed and breakfast. Package includes match day tickets, transfers and a museum and stadium tour - 16 February 2013. For more information, visit www.thomascooksport.com.

For her… When in RomeAnd, finally for a truly romantic break - a weekend of sights and sounds, Italian cuisine and cosy walks through world famous landmarks - ‘when in Rome’.

Visit Rome with Cresta - 3 nights in Rome from £195 per person.

Staying at the 2-star plus Stella Hotel in Rome on bed and breakfast, flying with British Airways from London Heathrow on 12 February 2013. For more information, visit www.crestaholidays.co.uk. 

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