Romantic travels

I found a site that listed the ten most romantic cities in the world.

Paris:
One of the most romantic cities this is a fantastic city that is the capital city of France. It is one of the most attractive cities that give you a feeling of love and romance. The city is well known for its appetizing tastes of wines and lip smacking desserts. It is due to these reasons that people find it to be one of the most romantic cities. There are a lot of places to visit that bring everyone into the most romantic mood. Hotels and shopping malls in the city are a major attraction. You can purchase the gift of your choice from the malls. The museums and other historical places are a must see. The Eiffel tower is a gigantic structure that must not be missed out on your visit here. Besides the romantic city of Paris also has scenic views that make it the most romantic city.

Venice:
Situated in Italy this romantic city has lots to offer. There are a lot of places for sightseeing that is sure to make you have a fantastic time. Ranging from churches, museums and historical monuments this romantic city has it all. Gondola ride is the most thrilling ride for people of all age groups. This is the best opportunity for you to get a view of the romantic city. The Ca’D'Oro is a palace that has ornaments trimmed in pure gold. It is believed that in the year 1434 this marvelous palace was beautifully designed and created by Marino Contarini for his wife. The city also boasts of its picturesque views and shopping malls. Get into the most romantic mood on your visit to this city and have a great time here.

San Francisco:
This is just the most romantic city to visit. The couples are sure to get into the most vivacious spirits throughout their visit to this amazing city. You can go for shopping throughout the day and the nighttime can be spent watching a romantic movie together. It is amazing to take a carriage ride through the central park. Your visit to this most romantic city would be incomplete without witnessing the nightlife here. The nightlife comprises of lovely music, a romantic movie, dancing and singing. Besides the hotels offer a great ambiance to dine in and have a wonderful time with your dearest one. There are also a wide variety of shopping malls and museums. Have the most enticing time visiting this romantic city.

Boston:
There are a lot of major attractions in this beautiful and romantic city. The city has various romantic places that will allow you to spend your time in each other’s company. The American Repertory Theater is known to be the cities most renowned resident theatres that is nestled in the Loeb Center in Harvard Square. The theatre portrays a combination of the various forms of art like drama, music and comedy. There are various parks and museums that are sure to make your journey to this attractive place interesting. The city also has parks and other secluded places for having a romantic time and enjoying your time spent in this amazing city.

New York:
This is a perfect romantic city to visit for those who want to have an exciting time or just want to keep themselves occupied during a vacation. The people are in vivacious spirits throughout. You can shop for your favorite things during the day and a late night romantic movie with your dearest one would be an excellent idea. A lovely carriage ride through the central park is amazing. You can opt for the best hotels to lodge and dine in. The visit to this romantic city would be incomplete without witnessing the nightlife that comprises of a movie in the theatre, dancing and singing. The hotels provide a perfect ambiance to dine in and have a great time. The Pierre hotel provides excellent service that will allow you to have a comfortable stay here. The best hotel to opt for your stay here would be the Peninsula since it is very close to the major attractions in New York and shopping malls and museums too are easily accessible.

Vienna:
One of the major cities located in Austria this is one place that mingles together in ethnicity, style and sophistication. The city is sure to bring a lasting impression to anyone who pays a visit the very first time. With numerous churches and museums your trip to this fantastic city is sure to be amazing. Besides these if you want to spend an evening in tranquility then the parks are the best places you must visit. The city hall park is a famous and massive park that has a wonderful decoration that is worthwhile. The central tower is the most outstanding feature of the park. The city also has famous restaurants for a comfortable stay. Have a fun filled time in this romantic city.

New Orleans:
The city of New Orleans is famous for its colors and festivities. Besides food, music and cruises provide great entertainment to all. There could be nothing more romantic than going on a cruise with your loved one. There are also fascinating boat trips that are sure to have the most romantic time. Museums and parks are a common sight to see in this romantic city. A carriage ride along with your beloved would be the most thrilling. The carriage takes you to the French Quarter and many other landmarks of New Orleans. The city also offers you the most attractive visit to the river swamps. Majority of the part is covered in wildlife area. Come to this beautiful place and have a great time.

Monte – Carlo, Monaco:
This is an attractive place that has a unique history of its own. It is one of the most important places of Monaco. Dotted with scenic beauty and beaches this is a romantic city that should not be missed out. It is due to this reason that people from all over come to visit this beautiful city. There are a lot of places to visit here. Some of them include the old town of Monaco – Ville that envelops the palace on the southwest side of the Monaco Harbor. The visit to this city is sure to have a lasting impression on you forever. The city being extended into the rock and the sea allows one to spend time amidst tranquility and have a romantic time. There are some buildings that are built on the water and this is one of the most idealistic places.

London:
Nestled in the heart of England London is the major hub for tourist attractions. The romantic city is dotted with number of castles, churches and villages and cathedrals. This is a great city to visit during your holidays and if you want to get out of your busy schedules. London is the capital city of England and is one of the most happening cities. The Buckingham Palace, Tower of London and the Windsor Palace are worth a visit. Manchester is the center of attention for different tiny villages and towns and is one of the romantic places to visit. There are the beaches that are sure to bring you into the most romantic mood. So have a fantastic time here.

Melbourne:
The second largest city in Australia, Melbourne has a large number of shopping malls that enable you to purchase the perfect gift for your loved one. Besides malls the romantic city also has boutiques that offer a wide variety of daily use articles and trendy clothes and other things. The art and architecture are a major attraction. Well known for its sporting events the city also has people who are often a part of the various festivities that take place in the city. The Australian football league a well-known event is often staged in this beautiful city. The rising and setting sun can be captured in your cameras. So don’t miss out on this romantic city on your visit to Australia and have a fabulous time.

Even the smallest thing can be very romantic, the important thing is that you show that you care.

Me and my girlfriend try to have some time for ourself now and then. Since we both have kids it can be difficult to find the time so you must enjoy the small things.
The important thing is to give your partner some attention. Offer her a massage after a long day at the office. Clean up in the kitchen before she gets home. And my favourite, a foot massage.

My girlfriend loves when I pour her a foot bath. After she is din I use some rubbing on her feet and then I finish of with a massage with a nice massage oil. After that kind of attention she always go to sleep with a smile on her pretty face.

She does the same with me. Imagine when you come home and your woman has poured you a hot bath and when you are in the bath she brings you a whisky. Thats heaven .

If you want to have a little romance, you can never go wrong with food.

I usually wakes up a bit earlier than my girlfriend so I often make her breakfast in bed. It is the taught that counts so you don’t have to be to excessive. A normal breakfast is always appreciated.

But sometimes I do something extra. Then I make a special of mine. I got to the supermarket and buy fresh ciabattas, fresh basil, tomatoes, ham and mozzarella cheese.
I split the bread and butter it. Then I use garlic spice and herb salt on the buttered bread. Thin slices of tomate, thick slices of mozzarella and a lot of ham.

Then you heat the sandwiches in a sandwich grill until the mozzarella melts.

Serve with freshly squeezed juice and maybe a boiled egg and enjoy a romantic breakfast in bed.

On Friday its of to the cottage.

I’ve talked about the cottage before, its the cozy little place with no heat or running water. Some of you might think why would somebody want to go to that kind of place?
Its just because it doesnt have any luxuries. You have to keep the fire burning to keep warm etc. But its secluded and very relaxing.

We bring some books and papers, maybe a deck of cards and just relax. We will bring food and barbecue every day. Hopefully we will get some sun so we can enjoy the warmth. Its good for the soul to let go of technology and society. The cellphones doesnt work but if you walk 3-400 yards you will get signal so you can make a call if you want.

Don’t knock it ’til you try it.

If you want music for a more special occasion, I have just the thing for you.
Lets say you get an evening alone for the first time in ages. The kids are away and you and your wife have the whole place for your self.

First you have to make sure that the place is tidied up, the you ligth all the candles you can get your hands on. If you can light 50+ candles do it.

The you set the mood with these songs:

Savage Garden – I Knew I Loved You
Whitney Houston – I Will Always Love You
Patrick Swayze Featuring Wendy Fraser – She’s Like The Wind
Extreme – More Than Words
Lionel Richie – Say You, Say Me
Elton John – Your Song

A bit softer, a bit more cute, a bit more romantic.

If I want to make a special dinner for my girlfriend, candle lights, three course meal, the whole package. One very important thing is the music.

The music sets the mood for the whole dinner. You also have to adjust the music to what’s on the menu.
If it is a laid back, down to earth dinner after a long day at work, I would have these songs.

Roachford – Lay Your Love On Me
Paul Young – Don’t Dream It’s Over
The Cure – Friday I’m In Love
Righteous Brothers – Unchained Melody
Eric Clapton – Wonderful Tonight
Tony Christie – The Most Beautiful Girl In The World
Phil Collins – You’ll Be In My Heart

Its a bit more uptempo song that make you glad.

Okey, I agree.  Who doesn’t like a romantic trip to the sun? But sometimes the cold cam be just as romantic.

My girlfriends parents has a cottage in the middle of nowhere. No hot water or shower and the only heat source is the fireplace. We love to go here in the middle of the winter. We bring food, a lot of firewood and water and stay over the weekend. Its just so cozy to build a fire and cuddle up under a blanket and wait for the heat to rise. It usually take a couple of hours to get the temperature up but after that its really nice.

We bring books and magazines and just relax as much as we can.

I love it.

Many men, me included, has a tendency to think that everything that is romantic costs a lot of money. Nothing could be further from the truth. A romantic trip doesnt have to be a ultra expensive trip to a country far a way. I could be a surprise picnic on a lunchbreak. Maybe you can borrow a friends cottage and take a nice weekend trip just for two?

The thing is that women appreciate the surprise and just that you made an effort much more that the price (usually ). If you make the effort and just give it some thought, she will love you for it, no matter what it is that you do.

So get of you back and take your sweet heart on a picnic, and don’t forget the flowers.

Last summer me and my girlfriend went on an weekende trip to a nearby town. It wasnt a log trip, just 150 km, we just wanted to get away and have some time together. The plan was to spend a day shopping and then see a show and finish the evening with a nice romantic dinner.

We had to drive at night so the first night we checked in to the hotel and took an quick dinner. But the dinner was a surprise. It was an Mongolian restaurant, I’ve never been to one before but it was a nice experience. After that we went back to the hotel and watched some tv and fell a sleep in about 10 minutes.

The next day started perfectly. The weather was perfect, warm and sunny. We walked around town shipping some clothes and some gifts for the kids. We had some ice cream and just felt good about being away.
We were going to see a comedy show at an outdoor theatre. But maybe an hour before the show started it started raining. It rained a lot, a whole lot. Then came the thunderstorm. We knew roughly were the show was and we could see it from our hotelroom. The we saw a massive thunderbolk strike in just that direction, then another. 2 minutes later the fire department rushed at that direction.

When we came to the park were the show was it was still raining. We got the news that the lightning had struck a tree in the park but it was alright now. Luckily I had a big plastic bag in my trunk we could have a a seat cushion on the wet seat. Maybe 10 min r so before the show started the rain stopped.

The show was really funny and it turned out to be a great romantic weekend trip, even if we got a little wet from the rain.

About a year ago me and my girlfriend decided that we really needed to get away and spend some quality time together.

We wanted sun and warmth and a combination of activities and tranquillity.
After some searching on the net we decided to go to Egypt.

We chose a nice all inclusive hotel just by the red sea in Hurghada in the south of Egypt. The hotel complex was very big. We got an apartment with a perfect view over the sea with a patio. The trip was perfect. We sunbathed a lot and went snorkelling. I bought an underwater camera and got some nice pictures of a moray that i almost swam into.  We went to see the beduins in the desert. But the best evening of the trip was a special night. We got the chance to celebrate Valentines in Egypt.
We went to an exclusive restaurant in the area and enjoyed a fantastic three course dinner. After that we took a long walk on the beach and just enjoyed the warmth.

Now a year later I can still feel the sun warming me. i really want to go back there with my wonderful girlfriend.