Ok, we know... this isn't the prettiest private island The Luxury Travel Bible has ever featured. There is no crystal blue ocean, no palm trees and no sandy white beaches.

But if you look beyond this you quickly realise that Spitbank Fort is pretty unique... and hey, who really needs a slice of Paradise?

This former Napoleonic fort, Grade II listed building is located in the middle of the Solent, off the coast of the south of England and has all the luxury that any paradise island can offer.

As if that wasn't enough if you are looking to REALLY impressed that someone special the island has put together the 'World's Most Expensive First Date'. For £34,000 the package your incredible first date starts when a chauffeur driven Bentley which will take you to and from the majestic Royal Clarence Marina in Gosport, Portsmouth, where you will be greeted by your personal General Manager while offered champagne and canapés before boarding your luxury yacht to transport you to the fort. To ease into the relaxation a masseur will available. Relax in the hot tub while drinking Laurent Perrier Rose champagne and admiring the views of the Solent then watch the sunset in the arms of your Beau while a string quarter and served delicious canapés before a five course menu, chosen by you in advance and prepared by your very own gourmet Chef.

The next morning enjoy breakfast before heading back to the marina where you will be given a complimentary voucher (worth £500 per person) for a shopping spree at GunWharf Quays.

If that date doesn't impress your sweetheart, they probably aren't worth it.