Ladies, why not take advantage of this Leap Year? After all you won't get another chance for a while! This could be your year to pop that all important question.

If your 'would be’ other half is slow off the mark then why not take full advantage of that old leap year tradition on this February 29th.

Years ago, as the story goes, St. Patrick was persuaded by St. Bridget to allow women to ask their men for their hand in marriage, and although he originally agreed to allow this every seven years, she also managed to persuade him that four years would be a much better idea. Hence, the famous  ladies leap year marriage proposal was born!

Back in medieval times, if the man was to refuse such an offer of marriage it is said he had to pay a forfeit; one pound and a pair of gloves or silk gown, none the less! So, that said, taking into account inflation, if your loved one was to refuse your proposal you could invoke this ancient custom and end up with a new wardrobe and a tidy sum to boot!

Putting aside the fact that in this modern day and age a lady can propose marriage whenever she wishes, why not give your proposal that extra special, especially romantic touch?

There are many ways you can surprise him of course but we believe that none could be more romantic than a stay at our luxury award winning beach resort in Cyprus.

Columbia Beach Resort are offering you the chance to propose to your man in this, the ultimate romantic location, said to be the birthplace of Aphrodite, the goddess of love herself, the epitome of romance!

All you need to do...

If you are a lady preparing to propose then send an email to a.vikis@columbia-hotels.com describing your planned proposal, or why you will be proposing to your significant other and why proposing at the Columbia Beach Resort will win him over!

This will enter you into our AMAZING Leap Year Draw!!

Up for grabs is a free nights accommodation for 2, in an Executive Sea View Suite with a romantic fireplace! A sumptuous buffet breakfast, flowers, wine, a candlelit dinner for 2, and use of all our award winning Spa facilities - including Jacuzzi, plunge pool, squash and tennis courts.

For your chance to win just send us your email proposal plan or why he is the man of your dreams and deserves 5 star treatment…it’s that simple!