Buying Valentines Day gifts can be difficult; perfume can get used up, flowers eventually die and chocolates all get eaten. If you're looking for unforgettable Valentines ideas, consider booking your loved one a romantic getaway through Hays Travel.

With access to hundreds of airlines, suppliers and tour operators, Hays Travel can tailor make your perfect holiday, from hot tub lodge Valentines weekend breaks in the British countryside to romantic boutique city breaks, luxury 5* holidays to self catering last-minute deals.

Valentines Day 2011 falls on a Monday, meaning a Saturday to Tuesday getaway could make a wise choice, as opposed to the usual Friday to Monday. Choose classic romantic city break locations like Paris, Rome or Venice or choose something a little different: Krakow, Palma or Marrakech. Low cost airlines and an abundance of exciting, relatively close destinations make booking a spontaneous getaway from the UK affordable and practical. Couples looking for a true departure from the wintry British weather might choose to travel around Valentines Day and head off for a longer, winter sun Holiday. Egypt's Red Sea, Goa, The Canary Islands and the Caribbean all have wonderful whether in February. Hays Travel have been open for 31 years and have organised many weddings and honeymoons, so their trained travel consultants know which romantic spots to recommended. For fans of ski or snowboarding, Valentines Day makes the perfect excuse to hit the piste right in the middle of snowy season. Travellers on a budget needn't even step on a plane, with Hays Travel's range of UK holidays that include concert ticket breaks, London Theatre breaks, spa escapes and self-catering breaks in rural lodges with their own private hot tub. If you are thinking of going away around the big day, avoid the week later which is a school Half Term and likely to be busy and more expensive.

Of course, you don't have to take a Valentines getaway on Valentines weekend: booking an advanced holiday for your loved one to look forward to is a romantic gesture. Now's a great time to get the pick of the best hotels and pay a deposit on summer 2011 holidays. Italy, The Greek Islands, Cyprus and other Mediterranean destinations are all known for their breathtaking scenery, great food and perfect atmosphere for couples. Cruises also make a brilliant travel gift for couples, offering the chance to experience first class cuisine and hospitality while taking in many destinations in one trip. Whether you choose a cruise, UK getaway, package holiday or city break, handing over a Valentines car with holiday documents inside makes a change from perfume, flowers or chocolates.

Hays Travel is the UK's largest independently-owned travel agency with 43 high street branches. Book online at http://www.haystravel.co.uk or call 0800 408 4130. View Holiday Special Offers and Late Deals ideal Valentines 2011 Gifts.