With Valentine's Day looming ever near, many of you are trying to think of the perfect way to wow your significant other this year. While you could opt for the simple flowers and chocolates to keep things low-key, nothing screams romance quite like whisking your spouse away to the isle of Sicily for an amorous encounter unlike any other.

Of course, renting luxurious villas in Italy will certainly be a good start, but if you're looking the ultimate backdrop to pop the question or simply restate your love for your partner, then catching a sunrise over the towering peaks of Mount Etna could be ideal.

Standing nearly 11,000 feet about sea level, Etna is the tallest mountain in Italy, and is in fact, the tallest active volcano in all of Europe. Indeed, Etna is one of the most active stratovolcanoes in the world, providing a unique ambiance that can punctuate the early morning sky like no other.

Whether peering out at the mountain from you luxury rentals or bringing a picnic to the foot of the towering mountain, a sunrise over Mount Etna is a must do for couples enjoying a romantic trip on the Italian isle.