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Whisk your Valentine to the City of Brotherly Love
New York may be the obvious choice for a Valentine's break across the pond, but there's even more romance to be found in Philadelphia.
With a name derived from the Greek words ‘philos’ (love) and ‘adelphos’ (brother), the City of Brotherly Love appeals for its mix of picturesque, old-world charm and contemporary culture.
Couples here can enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides and strolls along cobbled streets, then feast on anything from Michelin-starred meals to those local favourites - Philly cheesesteaks - at Reading Terminal Market.
But the absolute must-do experience is stopping for a selfie at the famous LOVE statue in central Philly's Love Park. Created by the artist Robert Indiana and installed
here in 1976, the statue has since been
renovated and repainted, ensuring that it stays as bright, uplifting and cheerful as love itself.
Bon Voyage, the North America travel specialist, recommends The Rittenhouse Hotel for a romantic Philly long weekend. Located on Rittenhouse Square - one of the city's most charming locations, and within a few blocks’ walk from Love Park - this luxurious five-star has good-sized rooms and a sanctuary-like spa (whose menu of course includes treatments for couples).
A four-night stay costs from £1,400pp (two sharing), including flights (from London, Manchester, or Glasgow) and accommodation on room-only basis.
For bookings and more information, call 0800 316 0194 or visit www.bon-voyage.co.uk
Be among the first to reach for the stars at Universal Epic Universe
Theme park fans can thrill at the news from Universal Orlando Resort that its fourth game-changing park, Universal Epic Universe, will open on 22 May 2025 - with tickets going on sale for the very first time this week.
Star-struck guests entering the park in exactly seven months’ time will find Celestial Park, Epic Universe's first new “world”, at its heart. Inspired by astronomical and mythological elements, Celestial Park's attractions include Starfall Racers (a comet-themed, dual-launch racing coaster) and Constellation Carousel (Celestial Park's grand centrepiece), adding fresh, unmatched excitement to Central Florida's epic appeal.
Bon Voyage, the North America travel specialist, recommends
staying at one of the two all-new, family-fun-packed Universal hotels opening this winter, both of which come with perks such as complimentary transfers and early admission to the parks.
A seven-night, peak-season holiday for a family of four costs from £1,859pp in August 2025.
The price includes flights (from London, Manchester or Glasgow), seven nights’ accommodation at either Universal Stella Nova or Universal Terra Luna (all sharing on a room-only basis) and both the Universal three-park Explorer Ticket, plus a one-day Universal Epic Universe ticket.
For bookings and more information, call 0800 316 0194 or visit www.bon-voyage.co.uk