This year instead of giving the traditional – yet unoriginal – flowers and candy for Valentine’s Day, surprise your significant other by taking them across the ocean for an unforgettable, romantic trip to Turkey, one of the world’s top destinations. From January 24th until January 31, 2012, Turkish Airlines, the fastest growing airline in the world and voted the top airline in Europe, is offering incredibly low airfare to exotic Istanbul for one or two people for just $599 per person round trip, including taxes - which is approximately a 25 percent savings from regular fares.

Travelers must book the Valentine’s Day special economy class fare by January 23 for outbound travel between February 1 and February 29, 2012. The promotion is being offered from several of Turkish Airlines’ top gateways: Chicago, New York, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., which fly non-stop to Istanbul. Tickets are available for purchase via travel agents or from the local Turkish Airlines ticket offices in each gateway market by calling 1-800-874-8875. A $20-per-ticket service charge applies for all tickets purchased over the phone with Turkish Airlines sales offices. Tickets for this promotion are not available through the Turkish Airlines reservations center or online.

The romantic intrigue of Istanbul coupled with one of the lowest fares offered by one of the best carriers in the world makes for a gift that your loved one will never forget. From the moment couples step aboard the plane, they will be pampered and treated with unconditional customer service. Turkish Airlines offers three cabin options (including Business Class with lie-flat seats), gourmet cuisine – premium economy class dining experience is comparable to business class in the U.S. – and personal in-flight entertainment systems, giving passengers a unique, enjoyable experience at an incomparable value.

Living up to its motto, Turkish Airlines is making the most romantic holiday of the year Globally Yours. For more information on Turkish Airlines go to www.turkishairlines.com