Looking for luxury, romance and relaxation for a Valentine's break? Try one of my favourite romantic spa hotel retreats.

A facial treatment can have so many benefits when done properly. If you've never been for one before and don't know what to look out for, the advice in this article will be useful.

Brochure porn, I think they call it. When you drool for hours over photographs of exotic destinations. Thing is, when it comes to The Maldives, I've never seen the money shot. I've never seen a photograph that actually captures the true beauty of this breathtaking garland of magical islands...

Right on cue, just in time for the renowned festivities of Wenceslas Square, snow has fallen on the Golden City. As we stroll across Charles Bridge, carols echo down from the tower. White-tipped Baroque buildings and a twinkle of Christmas lights create the backdrop. Hot wine and chestnuts fill the hole.

A diet of mince pies, large sherries and Christmas pud is all very well - but what about the aftermath? May we suggest a boot camp, a detox break ...

'Five star all-inclusive' worries me. Can you really achieve a five-star experience on an all-inclusive basis?

As I make my way down the mile long, sweeping avenue of lime and beech trees that lead to Lucknam Park, I'm stunned. It suddenly feels like the backdrop to a romantic period drama.

Casablanca is Morocco's largest city and is home to seven million people. With the country's tourism industry largely focussed on Marrakesh and Fez, you'll immediately feel Casa's vibrant but not forced natural state. This is a city that is now embracing tourism, but at the same time keeping its locality and traditions - sounds perfect right?

A hub for A-listers and fashionistas, Robert DeNiro's ultra-cool downtown hotel and home from home, echoes a sumptuous private residence; 88 individually designed rooms and suites, cosy drawing rooms with roaring fires, Tibetan rugs and eclectic antiques, surround an enchanting Tuscan-style candle-lit courtyard.

As I walk through the doors I almost feel like I'm stepping in to a fabulous fifties film set. Bellboys efficiently buzzing to guests' whims, florists preening fresh fragrant lilies and bartenders shaking up Martinis. It's opulence at its best, the atmosphere is enthralling.

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Picturesque villages, chocolate box cottages and endless rolling countryside, all within two hours of London. Switch off, chill out and head for a relaxing spa break in the enchanting Cotswolds.

Bath is my new favourite getaway destination. Only 90 minutes by train from Paddington and with a healthy mix of contemporary boutiques, tasty restaurants and historic Roman sights.