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Keep the love flowing in your relationship with a little trip to the Brandywine Valley

If you are in a long-term relationship, you may feel like the spark between you has started to fade. The initial excitement has turned into something else and you may feel like you need to give your relationship a boost.

This is common in relationships, whether you met on a dating site such as eHarmony UK, through friends or family or in the local pub. All relationships go through peaks and troughs and the first thing to realise is it’s nothing to worry about.

It’s common in such circumstances to seek relationship advice. One of the most recommended ways to reconnect with your loved one is to get away from your daily stresses by taking a romantic break. This article suggests some special things to do with your partner while on a trip to the beautiful Brandywine Valley.

Longwood Gardens

One of the most romantic spots at Brandywine Valley is Longwood Gardens. With more than 1,050 outdoor landscaped areas and 20 indoor gardens, you will experience a stunning natural array of sights and smells, no matter what time of year you visit.

Take a stroll through the Italian water garden and share a wish with your partner by throwing a coin in the magnificent fountains. If you are lucky enough to visit during the summer, you can snuggle up with your loved one in the open air theatre, taking in a memorable performance.

Nemours Mansion

For a bit of antique glamour visit Nemours Mansion. Not only will you be blown away by the lavish furnishings, you will learn all about the mansion’s fascinating history during your guided tour of the building. If you connected with your partner through Facebook, you may find history is a common interested, and the mansion is packed to the rafters with it.

The sprawling 300-acre estate of Alfred I du Pont was built 1909-1910 and has 102 rooms full of exotic antiques, impressive paintings and finely-woven tapestries.

Wandering around this beautiful building may prompt you to discuss your fairy-tale dreams of taking your relationship to the next step and getting married in a similarly magical mansion when you get home!

Brandywine Battlefield

If you and your partner share a passion for history, or if you just fancy sharing a new experience, you have to make time for the Brandywine Battlefield. Set in 50 acres of rolling park which housed historic battles, you can explore a fantastic range of uniforms, weapons and artefacts – all of which were collected from the battleground.

The best time to visit is in September when you can enjoy a full-scale re-enactment of the battle, which makes use of authentic costumes and Revolutionary War muskets.

Chaddsford Winery

You can’t visit the Brandywine Valley without a trip to a winery! Chaddsford Winery is Pennsylvania’s largest, with a reputation for producing world-class wines. Whether you are a wine expert, or just fancy spending an afternoon sharing a few cheeky glasses with your partner, you will love the wines on offer here.

Take a guided tour and finish off by tasting a fruity, prize-winning Chardonnay or a full-bodied Pinot Noir. After pursuing a weekend of history, art and culture, unwinding at the winery is a great way to relax and enjoy your loved one’s company.

Every relationship has its ups and downs. If you feel like things are in danger of turning stale then whisk your partner away on a romantic break to the Brandywine Valley, and enjoy some fun and interesting experiences which will be cherished for years to come.

Author Bio: Tracey Chandler is a freelance travel writer and a huge fan of independent travel. She regularly contributes to a wide range of travel blogs and female-interest publications.