Virtual Valentines: Experience Romantic Travel Destinations from Home!

Hands up if you’ve dreamed of taking your significant other to Paris for Valentine’s Day. Or maybe on a dreamy trip along the Amalfi Coast…or a sun-kissed beach in Hawaii? With international travel still on hold for the next little while, our guides have decided to bring the romance of their destinations to you, just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Snuggle up on the couch with a glass of wine and some location-themed snacks, and prepare to escape virtually to your favourite romantic destination with a local guide. Once the tour is done, spend time together planning out the details of a real trip there – your virtual tour comes with a credit to apply to an in-person tour in the same destination, once we’re crossing borders again.

Romantic Virtual Tours for Valentine’s Day

No surprise: Paris is the first place we think of when we think of romance. You don't become known as the “City of Love” for nothing! ToursByLocals guide Sara has created a fun and interactive tour to bring you as close to Paris as you can get this Valentine’s Day. Before the tour you will receive a secret document to help you get in a Parisian mood (with links to French recipes, music, and a few tips to recreate Paris' atmosphere at your place) and at the end, the complete list of addresses of places you’ve visited during your tour, so you can return to them in the future. In you guide's words: “I will share with you histories of lovers, breathtaking views, and the most romantic places, cafes and spots you can find in Paris. If you want to celebrate Valentine's Day in a different way or you are planning a future trip in Paris, this is the tour for you!”Explore the colourful sights of Rio

The steamy city of Rio de Janeiro is ripe for adventurous romantics! As our local guide, Tatiane says: “If you are looking for a couple’s trip in this wonderful city, I have something for you! Rio de Janeiro offers incredible options for romantic places that just breathe love! As I tour you around the neighborhoods, I'll share some of the best sides of the city, local spots and unique and unforgettable hidden places. Discover secrets and stories about famous loves that were born in Rio de Janeiro.”Time Travel 2000 Years into the Past

Ready for a romantic escape that travels through space and time? Join your archeologist guide Roberto on a journey 2000 years into the past, to streets that lie in the shadow of Vesuvius... “I'll tell you the history of Pompeii from the beginning to the disruption and then to the discovery. You will have an introduction of the daily life of 2000 years ago discovering the private and public buildings that characterize the ancient city.”Stroll a Hawaiian Beach

There’s a reason Hawaii is such a popular place for honeymooners – the warm breezes, tropical flowers and laid back vibe whisper romance at every turn. Your guide explains: “Love is in the air in Waikiki, so join me on a walking tour of our romantic beach area. In the 1800's Waikiki was a retreat for Hawaii's kings and queens who surfed its long rolling waves. We'll visit the first hotel built in 1901 the Moana Surfrider; today it is the most romantic hotel in Waikiki.”Explore Sintra’s Fairytale Palaces

Experience a romantic fairytale castle on Valentine’s Day – the colourful, fantastical Pena Palace in Sintra, Portugal. In your guide's words: “Sintra is a fascinating small town at the foot of the mountain range, and part of the lush Sintra-Cascais Natural Park. Its fairy tale castles and palaces will turn your Valentine's Day into a very special romantic moment! Undoubtedly a special nook with unique characteristics that led UNESCO to classify it as a World heritage site. I walk and talk while you sit, enjoy and start your planning…”Take a Cooking class in Ravenna, Italy

Spend time with your sweetheart learning to make a classic Italian dessert with a twist – tiramisu! As your chef/guide explains: “There are many ways to do tiramisu, but with my recipe I ensure you the best result…In my Region, Emilia Romagna, we prepare Strawberry Tiramisù, known as Mascarpone alla Fragole. People become crazy for it and all local restaurants can't miss to offer Mascarpone in their menu.” If you’d like to prepare an Italian main course to go with dessert, Silvia is happy to oblige!

These are our suggestions, but with virtual tours offered in 30 different countries, you can choose any destination that makes your heart flutter – someplace special you’ve already been, or the next place you’re dying to go. Happy Valentine’s Day!