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Kyoto, JapanSpring at Kyoto's Kodaiji Temple is filled to the brim with flowers and scented Spring breezes. The smell of love is in the air.Photo Credit: Akihiro I/Getty Images

Sydney, AustraliaThe Sydney Opera House is worth a trip just to take in the surroundings. The performing arts center is famous for its architecture, and sits on the edge of the beautiful Sydney Cove.Photo Credit: Greg Wood/AFP/Getty Images

New York, New YorkCentral Park's ice skating rink is filled with couples skating hand in hand during the winter. Admire the beautiful city skyline as you coast (or wobble) across the rink.Photo Credit: Stephen Chernin/Getty Images

Honolulu, HawaiiA bride and groom take in the dusky views in Honolulu, Hawaii. A beach wedding here all but guarantees flawless weather.Photo Credit: Emmanuel Dunand/AFP/Getty Images

San Francisco, CaliforniaSan Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge offers spectacular views, whether you bike across with that special someone or simply relax and picnic nearby.Photo Credit: Gabriel Bouys/AFP/Getty Images

Rome, ItalyRome's Trevi Fountain comes alive after dark. Visitors sit entranced by the water while lights illuminate the statues.Photo Credit: Filippo Monteforte/AFP/Getty Images

Florence, ItalyFlorence, Italy's capital, is filled with candlelit restaurants and beautiful art. Simply walking through Florence's streets is romantic.Photo Credit: Filippo Monteforte/AFP/Getty Images

Venice, ItalyVenice's gondolas tend to be a touristy lure. But the ride is a fabulous way to cuddle up with your sweetheart while taking in Venice's beautiful canals.Photo Credit: Chris Jackson/Getty Images

London, EnglandThe Houses of Parliament often soak up London's few rays of afternoon sunlight. The view of this majestic structure and the surrounding city from the London Eye is a treat.Photo Credit: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images

Prague, Czech RepublicPrague is a city of narrow streets, wine, art and stunning views. The city comes to life at night, and its hilly location creates sweeping views of the lighted skyline.Photo Credit: Sean Gallup/Getty Images

Vienna, AustriaVienna lures couples with its winding park paths and perfected landscaping. Cozy coffee houses adorn each block, great for curling up with your loved one and a cup of coffee.Photo Credit: Dieter Nagl/AFP/Getty Images

Miami, FloridaMiami offers couples plenty of nightclubs, lounges and beaches for a romantic and trendy time together.Photo Credit: Joe Raedle/Getty Images

Madrid, SpainThe bustling Madrid is always awake. Spend endless days and nights celebrating life with your loved one.Photo Credit: Carlos Alvarez/Getty Images

Buenos Aires, ArgentinaThe iconic Obelisk in Buenos Aires attracts tourists galore, but also offers stellar people watching.Photo Credit: Daniel Garcia/AFP/Getty Images

Lisbon, PortugalPortugal is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination. The old city is ideal for a leisurely day of wandering together.Photo Credit: Sean Gallup/Getty Images

Barcelona, SpainSpend the morning in Barcelona wandering the urban sprawl, admiring the architecture and sampling the food, and end the day together relaxing on the beach.Photo Credit: Jasper Juinen/Getty Images

Paris, FranceThe Eiffel Tower rises an impressive 324 meters, perfect for gazing over Paris at sunset. It's worth a visit at night too; the Tower puts on beautiful light shows. Photo Credit: Patrick Kovarik/AFP/Getty Images

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