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Love Island

Inspiration for the beautiful love story 'The English Patient', written and directed by native islander Anthony Minghella, and home to one of the biggest love stories ever - Queen Victoria and Prince Albert at Osborne House - the Isle of Wight is the perfect place for a Valentine's break, no matter what your age.

For those who are high on love, why not thrill your partner with a unique flying lesson over the picturesque scenery of the island? Running from 13 - 17 February, for just £130 per person, enjoy a half an hour lesson plus two nights accommodation and celebration breakfasts in the seductive Bedford Lodge. The price also includes a pamper pack, bottle of wine, chocolates and flowers, as well as a return car ferry.

Get your tastebuds into a frenzy with a wine tasting and two day pampering break. Also being held at the secluded Bedford Lodge from 13 - 17 February, for the same price and indulgence package that accompanies the flying trip, enjoy an evening of tasting local wines from the Isle of Wight vineyards. Contact Bedford Lodge on 01983 862416 or visit www.bedfordlodge.co.uk for further information on both visits.

Cuddle up in front of a log fire enjoying Champagne and chocolates at the aptly named Valentine Lodge (www.valentinelodge.co.uk) from 9 - 16 February. This self-catering hideaway located in the picturesque village of Brighstone, is fantastic value at £250 for a seven night stay for two persons.

10% Discount on Valentine breaks - Real romantics will love the Enchanted Manor (www.enchantedmanor.co.uk) - a restored Victorian country manor which offers deluxe suites with four poster beds NOW JUST £265.50 per person for a three night weekend or four night midweek break, including car ferry.

Be as close to nature as you are to each other as you drive through the country roads in a stunning E-Type Jaguar roadster. Wight Classics (www.wightclassics.com) offer self drive classic car hire on the island, and can provide additional treats for a loved one including Champagne and a goodie basket from The Wight Hamper Company.

Delight in the Victorian splendour of Queens Victoria's palace by the sea, with a romantic day out at Osborne House (www.english-heritage.org.uk). Treat a special one in your life with a guided tour of the sumptuous surroundings of the royal apartments, and enjoy the calming tranquility this special place has to offer.

Finally, if you're a wannabe Valentine looking for love, The Grange by the Sea (www.thegrangebythesea.com) is holding a crash-course on how to relate to the opposite sex from 16 - 17 February. For just £75 per person discover the art of body language, role-play and how men and women differ in their approach to seduction.

Ferry crossings operate via Wightlink from Portsmouth to Ryde and Fishbourne, and Lymington to Yarmouth, Tel: 0870 5827744, www.wightlink.co.uk; and Red Funnel Ferries sail from Southampton to East Cowes, Tel: 0870 4448890, www.redfunnel.co.uk.