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With Valentine's Day just around the corner, you may be thinking about whisking your loved one off to a romantic destination. If you need a bit of inspiration, I've compiled a little list of some of my favourite spots to make sure that love is in the air! Positano, on Italy's Amalfi coast is one of the most romantic villages I can think of. This glamorous little seaside town tumbles down the mountain to the breathtakingly blue waters. It's the perfect place in which to chill out; browse the local markets, and spend time on the beach. The sunsets are stunning here too.  Seville is one of my favourite cities in the world. There's nothing more romantic than simply wandering round the beautiful winding streets stopping off for a glass of cava or two! The architecture is stunning - and make sure you visit the cathedral, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world. You may have expected Paris to make my top 3 but while I love the city, I do find it ...

When I decided to pick three Caribbean islands to feature, I should have known it would be tough to narrow it down to only three! Where to visit depends on what you're looking for, as the Caribbean offers so much choice for different tastes and budgets. I finally whittled it down, but couldn't bring myself to put them in any particular order! Nevertheless, here are my top 3! St. Vincent and the Grenadines Made up of 32 islands and cays, St. Vincent and the Grenadines lies to the west of Barbados and south of Saint Lucia. The islands are relatively deserted, with just nine of them inhabited, and they're simply beautiful. As well as luxury accommodation, the islands offer rainforest adventures and miles of powder-white sand beaches.....what more could you ask for! Barbados Regular visitors to this blog will know I have a soft spot for  Barbados . The most easterly of the Caribbean islands has the perfect blend of classy resorts and calm waters on the West ...

In another of my Top 3 features, here are a few ideas for some fantastic cities to visit. I'm slightly biased on the first one - my place of birth, but there are some great places in the UK and this post proves going on a city break doesn't mean you have to leave the UK. Edinburgh Despite travelling all over the world, I maintain Edinburgh is the best city in the world. The Scottish capital not only has an iconic castle and famous architecture, but it has wonderful festivals when more than 25,000 entertainers descend on the city and it comes to life even more. If you want to avoid the crowds, don't visit in August - try one of the quieter months and see what it has to offer. York The historic city of York is quite often voted as the place most Brits would like to live. It has a rich history, and a vibrant cafe culture, so whatever type of trip you're looking for, you'll find it in York. There are hundreds of attractions here from museums to historic...

Happy New Year to all my fellow travel lovers! For me, this time of year marks the start of excitement about where I would like to travel to in the next twelve months. I've been reading a lot of articles about the top ten places to visit in 2012, and I decided to make my own list of places I'd love to visit. There are very good reasons for my three choices, and to add a little variety, I've chosen an ideal weekend break, a long haul destination, and a sunshine option with a difference. Hopefully there's something in here for everyone! The weekend break: Venice Archive of the tourist board of Venice Scientists no longer argue about whether the water in Venice is rising, and it's heartbreaking to think that this classic destination is sinking. As well as the stunning architecture, Venice has several big events that are worth booking a trip around. the Carnival takes place in February/early March, and Easter is also a festive time, and marks the start of the hig...