Book it, but on the phone with my husband. A few years ago, I met this Roman couple who were eager to book a hotel room for their sweet lady. After a long conversation, we finally got down to business. The husband decided not to participate and would stay home while she and I stayed in the room. The only condition: constant contact with the husband to describe this exciting gift to him in real time. I also thought it was a truly unconventional idea. Many thanks to Le R.