Are you taking your special someone on a romantic getaway this Valentine’s? There are lots of wonderful places you can take your loved one to within an easy drive of London. Check out our recommendations for romantic places to visit with your loved one this year.
Once you’ve got your destination planned, take a look at our Valentine’s travel tips for making the drive part of the fun!
Take pictures when you stop
Make the journey part of the fun and take pictures of yourselves when you stop. These are great for scrapbooking and help you make the most of every second you spend together on the trip. Even if you’ve just pulled in at the service station, snap a pic with something funny you find there.
Turn off your phones
You’re enjoying spending time together, you don’t need to be looking on your phone all the time! Unless you’re snapping pics or using the satnav, put your phones away and just enjoy the present.
Prevent hanger
If you’re covering a fair few miles on your romantic road trip, you don’t want hanger getting in the way of a good time. Make sure you have plenty of snacks in the car (check out our ideas for the best road trip snacks) to keep hunger at bay!
Play games on the road
While you’re driving, play some games to keep things fun and interesting. We’ve got lots of recommendations for exciting car games you and your special someone can enjoy on your Valentine’s trip.
Avoid peak times
Driving at peak times can be very stressful, and not what you want for your romantic trip. If you can, avoid driving when there will be lots of other traffic on the road. Give yourselves clear roads and an easy journey to start your trip off right.
Don’t skimp on everything
We know that times are tough, but if you’re planning a romantic trip, set a little extra aside for one special treat. Whether that’s a meal, a new outfit, an activity… spending a little more one something that you know your partner will really love will create a magical, lasting memory.
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