top anti-valentine's day picks

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If Valentine’s Day leaves you running for the hills, why not flee somewhere indulgent and distracting? Let Hg2 point you in the right direction for anti-amour hedonism.

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Madrid, Spain

Madrid is often underrated and overlooked in favour of coastal rival Barcelona. However, it would be hard to find a city that lends itself more readily to the pursuit of hedonism. Locals love to get dressed up, meet with friends and talk (loudly). Experienced with a group of friends, Madrid is an ideal place to begin your pursuit of happiness.

Stay at Hotel Miau. Located in prime position on the corner of Plaza de Santa, this is an ideal location for some of Madrid’s best bars and restaurants.

Eat at Entretapas y Vinos, one of a 17-strong chain of tapas bars. The décor is sleek, industrial and there’s plenty of chrome.

With so much boisterous fun to be had, a partner would only hold you back.

Check www.hg2.com/cities/madrid for further details regarding this destination and others too.

For flights to Madrid www.nowfly.co.uk/cheap-flights-to-Madrid.aspx.

New York, USA

The city that never sleeps will leave you no time to think about your lack of love. New York is many cities in one, with distinctive charms and identities found in every one of the five boroughs. As far as the good life goes, there is no finer place to chase down your dreams or indulge your fantasies. And if it all gets too hectic, sink your teeth into a hot dog and watch the world go by. You’re sure to feel refreshed in a New York minute.

Stay at the Ace Hotel and chose from a ‘cun’ or a 700-square-foot loft. Perfect for the rock star in all of us.

Eat at Lil’ Frankie’s in the East Village for some authentic thin-crusted pizza, red wine and a true taste of Italian-American cuisine.

New York may be the city that never sleeps, but it’s also the city that never sleeps with the same person two nights running – so don’t.

Check www.hg2.com/cities/new-york for further details regarding this destination and others too.

For flights to New York www.nowfly.co.uk/cheap-flights-to-New-York.aspx.

Marrakech, Morrocco

Marrakech will propel you headfirst into a dusty, intoxicating, walled world. Haggle for bargains in the honeycomb of intricately connected alleyways in the souks. Here, a plethora of goods can be sourced - antiques, leather, street food and much more. For those who want more activity than shopping, head to the Atlas Mountains for hiking. The fresh air is sure to blow away any love-blues.

Stay at Riad El Fenn, where rooms are arranged around a typical courtyard. As well as two heated swimming pools and a traditional hammam there is an organic kitchen for cooking lessons.

Eat at Kech Mara. Unlike many of Marrakech’s dining rooms, this isn’t red and candlelit but retro, bright and breezy with a determinedly European aesthetic.

While it may be a honeymoon hotspot, singletons get the most out of Marrakech.

Check www.hg2.com/cities/marrakech for further details regarding this destination and others too.

For flights to Marrakech www.nowfly.co.uk/cheap-flights-to-Marrakech.aspx.

Berlin, Germany

The German capital is a fast-paced, vibrant party town. Austere architecture and war reminders are successful in banishing any fluffy, romantic sentiments. As the wall fell, the über-chic culture rose. Berlin is a must-visit for hardcore clubbers and shoppers. Don Dr Martins and think fun in this charismatic city.

Stay at the Grand Hyatt, located in the bleakly anonymous landscape of Potsdamer Platz. Slick, stylish and sophisticated.

Eat at Oderquelle, a friendly German pub that caters to diners after a beer rather than a glass of wine.

With so much partying to do, cute couples will be in bed by nine while you’ll be out ‘til dawn.

Check www.hg2.com/cities/berlin for further details regarding this destination and others too.

For flights to Berlin www.nowfly.co.uk/cheap-flights-to-Berlin.aspx.

Miami, USA

A vibrant party town, Miami provides entertainment at every turn. Beautiful people, fast cars and big boats epitomise this Latino corner of the USA. Drive to South Beach via Ocean Drive to take in the striking Art Deco buildings. Food in Miami characterises the melting pot of cultures that come together in Florida. Italian, Latin American and Caribbean are all on offer. Don’t leave without puffing on a Cuban cigar.

Stay at the Nash Hotel in the heat of the Art Deco district. Just behind the Versace mansion, the Nash provides a stylish welcome to Miami – as Will Smith might say.

Eat at The Forge, as much of a Miami institution as it is a restaurant, a place where mobster, presidents and movie stars used to rub shoulders.

Young, free and single, Miami’s beautiful people will make you realise just how good it is to be available.

Check www.hg2.com/cities/miami for further details regarding this destination and others too.

For flights to Miami www.nowfly.co.uk/cheap-flights-to-Miami.aspx.

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