Imagine sitting on your private balcony, a glass of Champagne in hand, your loved one by your side, the gentle sound of the swishing waves beneath you.

Holidays don’t get much more romantic than a cruise. Being at sea, pampered and spoilt by the wonderful crew, maybe relaxing on heated beds in a thermal suite or enjoying a luxurious massage in the spa.

Fancy breakfast in bed? No problem. Just remember to hand the request outside the cabin the night before.

Or how about a romantic dinner for two? Again, no problem. All the modern cruise ships have intimate restaurants that offer excellent food and tip-top service to match.

After dinner you can watch a West End-style production show then end the day dancing to the classic sounds of a string quartet. Several cruise ships have big movie screens out on deck so instead you could snuggle up under the stars and watch the latest blockbuster.

Come formal nights, ladies have a wonderful excuse to visit the salon and dress up in their fine gowns. Alongside the men decked out in black tie or tuxedos, it’s like stepping back in time to a world of style and romance.