What to do, where to go, how to impress on Valentines day? These are questions asked by many in the lead up to Valentines Day so I thought a few words of advice might be of use…
Before we look at the what, where and how let’s consider why. Why celebrate Valentines day at all? Quite simply it’s a day that celebrates love and it is my opinion that such a celebration is worth being a part of. I know it’s commercial, so is Mothers day and Fathers day, none the less I think it is magical to know that on the 14th of February every year couples are taking some time to celebrate their relationship. We don’t need an excuse and I certainly hope it is not the only day you celebrate your connection but this is the day you share with those in love, those falling in love and those returning to love, enjoy it!
That said how to you make Valentines Day special? First and foremost don’t leave it to the last minute! I think because Valentines day is so close to Christmas planning often gets left until a day or two before the 14th of February. The difficulty with that of course is that the restaurant you were hoping to go to will be (if it’s any good) fully booked, the shops you were planning to visit for that special gift will be crowded and you will more than likely end up settling for something quick, easy and therefore disappointing, plan ahead!
With that little lecture out of the way and the decision made to start planning early the next thing to think about is your budget. This will be different for everyone and that is fine, so long as you know what it is you have a point to start from. Whether your budget is large or small the key to success is thoughtfulness. Put yourself in his or her shoes. What says I love you in their language? Build your Valentines Day gesture around that and it will be a day to remember.
A few Valentines day ideas to inspire….
Make a photo album with pictures of the two of you
Spend the morning in bed with champagne, crossiants and strawberries
Book a table at the restaurant were you first had a special meal together
Surprise them with a Romantic Gestures room theme
Valentines Day is on a Sunday this year, secretly arrange for your special someone to have Monday off work and head away on Sunday for a night at one of Romantic Gestures special venues
Have flowers delivered, yes it’s an oldie but it’s a goodie!
Aroha,
Jody