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'Sex first, relationship after': How to date across Europe

Marina Iakovleva has made a career out of researching dating trends around the world, founding YouTube channel 'Dating Beyond Borders' over ten years ago. So, who better to ask for some transcontinental courting advice?

Food and Drink

Dating tips from First Dates UK's Fred Sirieix and Laura Tott

Dating is hard. Luckily we have some of the best experts on the case for you. Maître d' and waitress from the First Dates UK restaurant Fred Sirieix and Laura Tott are on hand to give Euronews Culture their top tips.

Experiences

Palentines day: How solo travel can lead you to lifelong friends

'You’re not the only pebble on the beach’: These travel buddies forged lifelong connections on the road.

Culture news

The non-rom-coms to watch this Valentine's Day

Tired of romantic comedies? We've got you covered. Here's our pick of the films you should be watching this Valentine's Day.

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Food and Drink

The story behind 'Baci': Europe's most romantic chocolate turns 100

The Perugina chocolate confectionary company marks the 100 year milestone of this beloved confectionary.

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Paris becomes 'City of Love' on Valentine's Day

Couples flocked to Paris on Monday to celebrate Valentine's Day against a romantic backdrop that lovers dream about around the world. Dozens of tourists stood with their backs to the Eiffel Tower, their hands locked in the form of a heart.

Nature

Meet the polar explorers who fell in love across a frozen continent

Two Australian Antarctic explorers are returning home with a wedding to plan after sparking up a romance that’s endured the isolation of the frozen continent.

Art

How to buy an NFT of Gustav Klimt's 'The Kiss' for Valentine's Day

Vienna's Belvedere Palace Museum is entering into the digital world of NFT art with their latest Gustav Klimt 'The Kiss' NFT drop

Culture news

Here are some of the world's most unusual Valentine's Day traditions

We've scoured the world from Thailand to Serbia to find the unimaginable things people do to share their love on Valentine's Day.

Lifestyle

Roses, Chocolates, or deer semen? Valentine's Day is all about choice

“Smell releases hormones in the brain," say the experts. Find out what you're really sniffing.

Destinations

Istanbul is the perfect solo getaway to escape Valentine’s Day

Want to forget about Valentine’s and live your best single life? Istanbul might just be the place for you.

Green News

Why I’m shunning Valentine’s Day for the sake of the environment

Frankie Leach explains why boycotting February 14th is the most eco-friendly thing you'll do all year.

Destinations

7 alternatives to a beach honeymoon

Just in time for Valentine's Day, we take a look at our favourite honeymoon destinations that don't include the traditional beach option.

People

Valentine's Day but not as you know it: weird and wonderful traditions

See the funny side of Valentine's Day with this photo gallery of bizarre traditions and events from all over the world

Experiences

Valentine’s Day in lockdown: Recreate the best European experiences

Take yourself or your loved one around the world from your living room this Valentine’s Day.

Living

The book is helping the environment, one love story at a time

A social enterprise is crowdfunding for the book which will help fund environmental projects in the country.

Experiences

These are the 6 most romantic cities in Europe

Paris isn't the only city for lovers this Valentine's day. What about visiting lesser known Dubrovnik or Verona?

World News

In pictures: the best images from this week's biggest stories

This week's biggest stories in a selection of images

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From Russian with love: Soldier's armoured proposal wins hearts

Lieutenant Denis Kazantsev led his long-term partner Alexandra Kopytova into the centre as she held her hands over her eyes

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Smelling this year's Valentine roses could leave you on a real high

Smelling this year's Valentine roses could leave you on a real high