“The Creator made Italy from designs by Michelangelo." – Mark Twain

From sea side country villages to Gondolas of Venice and to the historical sites in Rome, Italy offers world’s best romantic experience enthused with history, adventure, culture, love and beauty. Italy scoring about 62 percent of the votes definitely signals its popularity.

This group of islands in French Republic beats Paris and ranks second in world’s most romantic destination list with over 52 percent of the votes. High in mountains and coral reefs, Tahiti is the most popular island in French Polynesia known for its beauty and romantic escapade.

Eiffel Tower beside River Seine in the French capital Paris. Iceland Express included destination to Paris on their introductory one-way fare offers.

Median 2009: $1.5 million

Median 2010: $1.7 million

About 27 percent of votes favor Napa Valley in California for a romantic vacation. Noted for viticulture, Napa Valley would be one of the most visited romantic destinations this year. The Valley has numerous wineries that attract as over five million people every year.

A popular wedding destination, the tropical island of St. Lucia gets nearly 27 percent of votes. Considered as a lovers’ paradise, the island offers a mixed experience with volcano, rain forests, a world heritage site, the twin peaks called Pitons, and more attractions.

Nearly 26 percent of travelers opt for Fiji for their romantic destination. An island in the South Pacific Ocean, Fiji has soft coral reefs and offers water activities mainly scuba diving.

Yet another island beauty, Seychelles, located in the Indian Ocean, is a desirable romantic destination in 2011 with 25 percent of votes.

A popular tourist destination in the winters, St. Barthelemy Island near France serves ties with Seychelles scoring 25 percent of favors as a romantic place. The island is supposedly visited by luxury travelers, thanks to the high living standards there. Fine beaches, dining, designers and more luxury aspects define St. Barthelemy.

One of the most popular family travel destinations of 2011, Turks and Caicos Islands in the West Indies offers some fun-filled travel experience with one of world’s longest coral reefs, larger diving areas, a cruise port, a recreational center and more such attractions.