So it's every man's favorite time of year again; when you're expected to come up with an extra special and most importantly, romantic way to spend Valentine's Day with your special lady. Whether you're attempting to out-do yourself and your fabulous Valentine's Day plans from last year, or are looking to sweep your new girlfriend off of her feet with your suave skills and charm, we have you covered with 10 thoughtful and romantic ways to spend this Valentine's Day - from going out to staying in. So get planning, Romeo!
Going Out:
1. Weekend Getaway: What's more romantic than a cozy weekend away to spend time with each other? Whether you book a romantic lodge and go skiing for the weekend, or a cozy bed and breakfast outside of the city and make a weekend trip out of it, the schedule is yours to create. Bring it up a notch: by going for a long walk or taking her cross-country skiing at night and staring at the stars - bring a thermos of hot chocolate, and you're all set!
2. Couple's Spa Massage: The only thing better than a relaxing massage at the spa is when you can share it with your special lady. Surprise her with an indulgent experience you two can share together. Bring it up a notch: by making a day out of it and surprising her with a gorgeous bouquet of flowers and treating her to a delicious lunch. Get some ice cream for dessert and go for a walk and enjoy each other's company. Who says Valentine's Day is confined to just evenings?
3. A Night of Entertainment: Enjoy an evening of great entertainment with your lady. The possibilities are endless and can be completely tailored to your (or more importantly her) interests. Whether you think she'd love tickets to a music concert, Broadway production, comedy club, or sporting event, you're bound to make the evening memorable. Bring it up a notch: by taking her to a nice restaurant for dinner and dessert before the rest of your evening begins.
4. Dinner and a Movie: Ok, ok so maybe this isn't the most original of date plans, but who says you have to re-invent the wheel? If you both enjoy dining out and love going to see movies, why not do it on the quintessential date night? Bring it up a notch: by taking her to the same restaurant you guys first had dinner together at. Enjoy some wine, share a delicious dessert, and then take a romantic walk and tell her how much she means to you before you guys catch the movie.
5. Wine Tasting Tour: A great way to spend some time together in a romantic setting while still doing something a little different. Whether you take the afternoon and go on half day wine tour with cheese, or make a day out of it by going on a dinner tour with wine pairing, this is a great way to get some time away to share an experience together. Bring it up a notch: by making a weekend trip out of it. Book a cozy bed and breakfast or country-style inn and romance it up by enjoying the fire place, jacuzzi, and most importantly each other's company.
Staying In:
6. Candlelight Dinner: Tried and true; cooking her dinner at home can be just as romantic - if not more than taking her out to a restaurant for Valentine's Day. The menu is yours to make, so sharpen your skills and try cooking your special lady her favorite meal. Dessert cannot be forgotten - whether you're a cooking rock-star and make her tiramisu or chocolate mousse, or have fresh fruit and melted chocolate set aside to dip with her together, both are wonderfully romantic. Bring it up a notch: by hand-making the menus and personalizing the meal and dessert names or using some cute inside jokes you have. Above all - do not forget the candles!
7. Breakfast In Bed: Start the day off by surprising her with her favorite breakfast - cooked just by you. Be sure to include a red rose or her favorite flower with the breakfast tray along with other Valentine's Day decorations to set the theme such as personalized M&Ms with messages such as "you + her" or "I love you" on them. Red cinnamon hearts or Hershey's Kisses are also great candies to add that romantic touch. Bring it up a notch: by including a hand-made Valentine telling her how much she means to you; you don't need to be Shakespeare - a few lines are all you need to get the message across.
8. Home-made Popcorn and Romantic Movie: Sometimes it's the little things that make a memorable and romantic night so special. This Valentine's Day, surprise her with an old-fashioned kettle popcorn maker and some classic romantic comedies, or her favorite movies. Before the movie, you two can have fun making popcorn together, and then curl up and enjoy cuddling while you watch a movie or two. Bring it up a notch: by arriving with a beautiful bouquet of flowers and by picking up her favorite little candies and a bottle of champagne to enjoy during the movie.
9. Private Spa - Bubble Bath and Massage: Pamper her by turning the bathroom into a romantic and relaxing spa. Start off by running her a bath filled with bubbles or rose petals and oil, lighting some scented candles and turning on some romantic tunes. Crawl in together and have fun relaxing. Afterwards, indulge her with a massage using scented massage oil or a delicious massage bar. Bring it up a notch: by surprising her with champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries after her massage. Use the left-over melted chocolate and have fun finger painting messages on each other - just make sure you're not on her 500 thread count ivory sheets for this!
10. Romantic Treasure Hunt and Poem: Have some fun with Valentine's Day this year! Leave a trail of rose petals, chocolate Hershey's Kisses, or red cinnamon heart candies leading to different areas with little gifts or messages. Make the final stop a hand-made Valentine with a cute poem, or limerick about what she means to you (this doesn't have to be too serious - a funny poem can be just as romantic and also gets her laughing). Bring it up a notch: by leaving naughty gifts along the way to use later on, such as sexy lingerie, massage oil, and candles. Then surprise her with an awesome massage accompanied by some romantic music to set the mood - just avoid bad cliches and being too cheesy, and no Barry White!
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