Sunset St Lucia
Last year the Saga populous panel of 14,047 people found that 1 in 10 adults look forward to rekindling their romance on holiday. With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, Saga has some great solutions for those of us struggling to decide how to mark the occasion. In fact, with such a wide selection of original and romantic destinations, you will be spoilt for choice on how to best treat the one you love.
Romance Certainly Isn’t Dead
A survey of over 50s by Saga Health also revealed that 61% said that sex was more fulfilling over 50 than when in their 20s and 30s. With this in mind, there has never been a better time to enjoy a romantic break with the person you love.
So whether watching the sunset in St Lucia, a visit to the lakes of Italy or an off the beaten track journey to the remote Galapagos Islands captures your imagination, Saga will pull out all the stops to ensure you have an unforgettable time.
Value for money
Saga’s Price Promise automatically passes on the value of any savings if the price of a trip decreases once a booking has been confirmed. Nearly all Saga tours also include breakfast and although many other meals are included too, it’s a great opportunity to try our local restaurants when there are plenty to choose from nearby.
Feel the Heat in St Lucia
Saga has its very own 4 Q-rated hotel in St Lucia. Boasting stunning views over Catries from its setting atop a steep hill, this award winning holiday is a perfect retreat with ample opportunities for sightseeing and sampling island life. Included excursions around the island taking in colonial St Lucia and Lushan Country Life and Forestry make for a trip with a great balance of getting away and finding out about the region.
Bel Jou, 8 nights from £1099 per person. Scheduled flights fly from Gatwick to St Lucia.
A Romantic Hideaway
Explore the hidden lakes of Italy on a fantastic 7 night tour, from Lake Orta, Lake Varese and Lake Garda. With magnificent mountains, shimmering water and wonderfully quaint towns to explore, this tour of Italy promises to deliver a romantic experience to last a lifetime.
Hidden Lakes of Italy 7 nights from £679 per person. Scheduled flights from Heathrow to Milan.
Close Encounters
For something a little bit different, The Galapagos Islands offer some of the most spectacular wildlife anywhere in the world. With the opportunity to get up close and personal with some of nature’s most fascinating creatures, the trip offers the chance to swim with sea lions, photograph giant tortoises and witness inquisitive iguanas. Combined with a visit to the lost city of Machu Picchu, this really does is an adventure of a lifetime.
Machu Picchu and the Galapagos Islands 12 nights from £3699. Scheduled flights from Heathrow to Lima.
The Love Train
Meandering through the awe-inspiring natural beauty of the Rocky Mountains, Saga’s Canadian train tour offers another romantic alternative. Cuddle up on board while you witness some of the most dramatic landscapes in the world from the dome observation car, starting from the vibrant city of Vancouver.
Rocky Mountaineer 11 nights from £2399. Scheduled flights from Heathrow to Vancouver.
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