10 Romantic hotels for cool couples

From an elegant rooftop terrace in the heart of Barcelona, to a back-to-nature Mexican jungle retreat, these irresistible properties from Hotels.com provide the perfect setting for a love-every-moment holiday. Mercer Hotel, Barcelona, Spain Hidden in the heart of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, the Mercer is a modern boutique hotel built around the ancient Roman walls and…

Half of young people using AI to write messages for Valentine’s Day

  This Valentine’s Day, over half of young people (52%) aged 18-28 are planning to or considering using artificial intelligence to pen a love message, card or poem, according to research from cybersecurity company McAfee. McAfee’s second annual “Modern Love” study surveyed 7,000 people in seven countries worldwide and discovered that a fifth (20%) of…

The Emotional Journey of Caregiving: How to Stay Resilient

Caring for a loved one can be both an incredibly rewarding and burdensome responsibility. You want to make sure that you provide your beloved with the comfort, security, and compassion they need during this difficult time, but it can come at the cost of significant personal sacrifice. The emotional strain of caregiving can take a…

Are dating apps on their way out? New study reveals success rates are dropping

A recent study by tech retail giant Currys has analysed the public’s experience with the 15 most popular dating apps available. The study is a follow-up to their 2021 study, allowing for a comparison year on year. The data revealed that almost all of the 15 dating apps analysed experienced a drop in success rate…

Top 40 things that give Brits the ick

  The strangest reasons Brits have called it off with a partner include them having dirty or long fingernails, putting on a ‘baby voice’ – and naff tattoos. A poll of 2,000 adults found nearly half (49 per cent) have ended a relationship because of an ‘ick’, and 56 per cent have ghosted someone completely.…

Single over-40s reveal biggest pitfalls of online dating

Three-quarters of adults aged 40-plus who have tried meeting a partner through digital dating have struggled, according to research. A lack of digital skills has proven to be one of the biggest stumbling blocks when attempting to find love online - with 59 per cent claiming this has hindered them in their pursuit. Other downsides…

Top 20 Wedding Themes – Fantasy genre tops the list

  Themed weddings featuring Lord of the Rings fancy dress outfits and banquets of McDonald's and KFC are booming in Britain, according to research. A study of 2,000 adults found four in 10 have attended a ceremony, with a theme such as Lord of the Rings or Disney, and 21 per cent have been served…

Couples scaling back wedding plans because of the cost-of-living crisis

A poll of 2,000 adults who are engaged, or have been married recently, has revealed more than half (54 per cent) cite the tough economic landscape as a reason to cut corners on their big day. And almost two thirds (63 per cent) of couples are planning smaller, more sustainable weddings to both protect the…

4 Wedding Accessories We Mustn’t Forget About

When it comes to wedding planning, there are a lot of details that go into making sure your day is perfect. From the dress to the catering, there are many things to think about! However, one often-overlooked detail is wedding accessories. These little extras can make a big difference in your overall look and feel…

5 ways to spot online romance scams

  According to recent data from Action Fraud, £92 million has been lost through online dating scams in the last year alone. Coming up to Valentine’s Day, this is a very popular time of year for dating websites and apps, making it a particularly rife time for romance scams. Holly Andrews, Managing Director at KIS…