Weekend of romance in Paris

Valentine's Day is fast approaching so there has never been a better time to book cheap flights to Paris for a surprise romantic getaway for a loved one.

And those who do intend visiting the French capital will not be disappointed, as Sankha Guha, writing on the online travel pages of the Independent, said the city "would make anyone feel like a love god".

For romantic places of interest to visit that offer an escape from the hordes of tourists, he recommends Musees Rodin, Jacquemart-Andre, Carnavalet or Marmottan, with the latter museum boasting the largest collection of Monets in the world.

And of course there is the Eiffel Tower.

"From the top deck all of Paris is miniaturised. Lovers pose for pictures. Children rush about pointing out their favourite landmarks: Sacre Coeur in Montmartre, the mini-Manhattan at La Defense ... and the sun glinting off the golden dome of Les Invalides," Mr Guha notes.

For holidaymakers who want to bring a taste of Parisian romance home with them, Kris TV recently recommended that they pick up some decorating cues from the city of love to incorporate at home.

Book cheap flights to Paris online from Jet2.com, the low cost airline.