This Valentine’s the lastminute.com London Eye has teamed up with Love Island favourite, Shaughna Phillips, to offer an exclusive romantic experience for loved-up couples.

Dubbed Love EYEland the experience will see love expert, Shaughna, take over the tannoy, offering icebreaker questions for duos to test if their date is more than just their “type on paper”. She will also be reading classical poetry such as Shakespeare’s Sonnet 18 to help Londoners “crack on”, and even point out the best spot for a romantic selfie.

Exclusively available from 11th-14th February, lucky couples planning to take a ride on the Eye will be offered the chance to take flight on the Love EYEland pod. They’ll be given a complimentary Valentine’s hamper filled with delicious goodies to enjoy together – from sparkling rosé to Hotel Chocolat Champagne truffles. Shaughna’s iconic voice will then accompany them on a romantic and fun-filled journey through the sky as they “pull each other for a chat” and take a deep dive into what they love most about each other.

Speaking about becoming the Love EYEland expert, Shaughna said: “What a dream to be serenading couples soaring high above the London skyline over this Valentine’s period! I hope all the knowledge I’ve picked up on my own love journeys will help the lucky couples chosen to ride the Love EYEland pod get to know each other better – and set the mood for a very romantic experience!”

Sunny Jouhal, General Manager at the lastminute.com London Eye, said: “The lastminute.com London Eye is famed as one of the most romantic spots in London, with breathtaking views that bring the wow factor to any date. This year we’ve taken our romantic offering even further by giving guests the chance to experience London’s skyline, while receiving love coaching from our very own dating expert – Shaughna. And to complete the picture we’ve laid on a gorgeous hamper filled with sparkling wine and chocolates. There is no better place to take your love sky-high this Valentine’s.”

While she may not have found true love on the Island herself, Shaughna has offered tips – for those coupled up or looking for love this Valentine’s – on how to crack on and flirt their way to love…

SHAUGHNA’S FLIRTING 101

Eye contact – gorgeous eyes are definitely a bit of me, so get that deep connection going by making eye contact.

Bring a bit of humour to the table, laughter really is the way to most people’s hearts – and definitely the way to mine!

Don’t be afraid of a compliment, if you think they look good – tell them! It’s not muggy, just honest.

It might sound terrifying, but it works. Tell them you like them – if you don’t, how are they supposed to know!

And finally, don’t forget to smile! Flash those pearly whites and whether you’ve been together for 5 minutes or 5 years, flirt up a storm to keep the spark alive.

Couples visiting the London Eye from 11th to 14th February will have the chance to take a ride on the Love EYEland pod. Guests will be offered the chance at random to exchange their standard ticket for the experience. For your chance to visit Love EYEland, book your London Eye ticket at www.londoneye.com/

The London Eye also has two special Valentine’s experiences which are available to pre-book:

Valentine’s Champagne Experience – a shared experience with a glass of Pommery Brut Rosé Champagne and Hotel Chocolat Pink Champagne Truffles. Available for groups of up to four people – perfect for celebrating as a couple or with friends. Available from 10th to the 14th of February. Priced at £52.50 per person.

Cupid’s Pod – a private pod experience for two people, accompanied by a host. Guests enjoy a bottle of Pommery Brut Rosé Champagne and Hotel Chocolat Pink Champagne Truffles. Available throughout February and March. Priced at £470 per pod.

To find out more about celebrating Valentine’s at the London Eye, and to book tickets, visit londoneye.com/valentines