“Everything seems sexier in Paris—the grand buildings, the beautiful Parisians, the language, the food,” muses Alison Drew, a New York-based lawyer who lived in the City of Light and recently returned with her husband for an unforgettable romantic escape. “Just walking around makes you want to be in love.”

Paris has proved itself irresistible to T+L readers as well, who again rated it No. 1 for romance in the latest World’s Best Awards survey. For some cities, setting the stage for love seems second nature. (We challenge anyone to dispute Venice’s swoony siren call.)

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And with Carmel, CA ranking in at #3, Central Coast News KION TV did a follow-up to my story on the quaint town. It’s one of my favorite spots in the world, so I was super honored to provide some insight on what makes it romantic: Watch the clip!