Poolside/Beach

Nothing could be finer than a romantic beachside event with the person you love. Paradise by the water, you will be sure to feel the love and energy as you focus on your lover, the sparkling water, and the warmth of the waves or the feel of the sand. You can make love in the water or on the sand. You can also have a romantic picnic, or spend the evening wrapped in each other’s arms while you look up at the stars together. No matter what you are doing this location has the ability to be incredibly romantic, especially at night with the moon and the stars shining brightly.

Mountain Retreat

If you are a fan of snowy weather, as opposed to the sun and sands of paradise, the Mountain Retreat is perfect for you. Whisk your lover away to the wild and fun wilderness. Take in the snowy mountains while you sip cocoa and curl by a warm fire. If there is snow on the ground you might sneak out to play in the snow together, like children. No matter what you decide to do, many people find locations like this, where you are tucked away alone together, to be the perfect thing for two lovers on Valentines Day.

Luxury Hotel

If you have a chance to get away, you do not have to go as far as the beach or the mountains. A luxury hotel will offer all the romantic options that you might want. Many of these fabulous hotels offer rooms with fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, and huge beds. Additionally, depending on the area you can expect dazzling views of city skylines from many hotel room windows. All you need to do is order some room service and enjoy some tasty treats, some great wine, and each other when you choose an option such as this.

Wine & Dine

If you are looking for a romantic idea that will not take you out of town then you might want to consider wining and dining your lover. All you need to do is choose one of the fanciest, most romantic restaurants in town and let them do the rest. You will be able to enjoy a candlelight dinner with your lover in a romantic setting with excellent food. Afterwards, take your lover dancing or go to a late show. If the beach is nearby, take a walk along the sand while holding hands. Whatever happens from there is up to you!

Fireside

If you find that you are on a budget, but you still want to have a little romance this Valentines why not create the romance right in your home. Start a fire and camp out in front of it. You can serve some excellent tasting food and wine, and have some sweet treats ready so that you can create a romantic picnic in front of a roaring fire.

This will offer you a wonderfully romantic gesture that also gives you the pleasure of allowing you to feel right at home. Once you’ve finished with your picnic you can curl up right there together or you can pack up your meal and head to bed. Either way the result is well worth the small effort it will take to make this romantic transformation in your home.

Unfortunately, many people only focus on one specific area of the tradition as opposed to making the entire day something magical for the person they love. For this reason we have attempted to list the most popular Valentine’s Day traditions in order to help you create the perfect day from start to finish.

Breakfast in Bed

One of the best ways to start the day will be having breakfast served to your lover while in bed. You can climb back in bed with them and feed them if the mood strikes you, or you can offer them their meal and head off to an early day. Either way, this will be a great start to their day, which they will be sure to appreciate. If you have time you might want to follow it up with a shower for two and some early morning lovemaking. more breakfast in bed tips

All-Day Pampering

As Valentine’s Day is not a traditional holiday people still have to work in most cases. However, you can still offer your presence even while she is at work. Consider sending her and a close co-worker to lunch on you, picking her up for a romantic lunch of your own, or sending her flowers or another gift while she is at work so her friends can all fawn over your compassionate and romantic effort.

Dinner

Whether you are a great cook or a wonderful chooser of restaurants you should be prepared to offer some scrumptious meal options for your Valentine’s Day supper. A romantic candlelight restaurant will work well or if possible, you can create the same effect at home. Remember to add wine and prepare or purchase an excellent (and possibly aphrodisiac-like) dessert. how to plan a romantic dinner

Romantic Gifts

Romance should usually be left in the eye of the beholder. What will work for you, may not for other people. However, when people think romantic gifts and Valentine’s Day they usually all come to the same conclusion. Choose gifts that are both traditional and that you know she has had her eye on.

Some ideas include:

• Chocolates/Candy
• Flowers
• Love Coupons (list home repairs and other fun items that she can make use of)
• Jewelry
• Shoes
• Lingerie

Of course, if she’s been wanting her car detailed or painted and you have the means of offering that to her, you should go for it. Give her what you know she wants because in the end that will be what seems romantic to her.

Intimate Gifts

In addition to romantic gifts you might want to get her something more adult. What you choose in this area should definitely be considered before you purchase anything. You want to choose something you know she will like. While some women will adore massage oils, body creams, and vibrating goods, others will want something harder. Of course, paddles and other lover’s toys are not for everyone. Consider her personality and interests when choosing the gifts that will enhance your special evening. A man’s guide to lingerie

Couples Time

Once you have handled some or all of the above she should be perfectly in tune with the romantic nature of the evening. Spend some of the evening talking and enjoying one another in simple intimate ways. Giving her the little things that are normally missing from your relationship will increase the passion between the two of you. As you open up to her she will be more open to exploring other areas of your intimacy. While you may start the evening with simple kissing, this could lead to passionate embraces and lengthy lovemaking sessions to put an end to the perfect romantic day.