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February is arriving faster than you think, and with it, Valentine’s Day! Do you have plans yet to surprise your loved one? Maybe a weekend escape to make him/ her feel special? Here is a list of Valentine’s day romantic getaways to inspire you a little.
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Valentine’s Day Romantic Getaways in San Diego
For Valentine’s Day weekend you are looking for something romantic. What can be more romantic than the beach? San Diego is a perfect destination to show how much someone means to you!
Imagine, first a nice breakfast with a romantic view of the ocean. San Diego has many great breakfast places and it can be hard to make a recommendation since there are all different and delicious. But for the romantic aspect of the weekend, Cody’s in La Jolla seems to be the best spot, with its amazing view of water.
As February isn’t one of the warmest day, a picnic on the beach or at the park might not be the best idea. So we would suggest enjoying the ride along the coast towards Pacific Beach and take advantage of a nice walk on the beach.
For lunch, make reservation at the Green Flash for another great meal by the ocean. Make sure to call ahead of time as it’s a popular place. As the sun comes down early, if you want to eat while enjoying the ocean, it is better to do it before 4, hence the romantic meal by the ocean during lunch!
Then you can follow by a visit in Balboa Park, stop by the fountain, maybe the Botanical Garden, and if you had a light lunch head toward Hillcrest for the most fantastic dessert place in town: Extraordinary Dessert. Is there after all a better way to tell someone you love him or her than with a delicious slice of chocolate cake!!
Finally at night, you can treat your special someone to something special and different, such as a play at the Old Globe theater or for something even more romantic, a movie at the drive-in where you can enjoy and share a special evening alone with everybody else!
One of the most beautiful and romantic hotel in San Diego is of course the famous Hotel Del Coronado with its best service, magnificent rooms and ocean views. But if you prefer something more private, and cozy, you can rent a cottage at the Crystal Pier Hotel and fall asleep with the sound of the waves.
Valentine’s Day Romantic Getaways in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is a large city with great potential for an amazing Valentine’s day weekend.
First you can begin with a visit to Venice Beach, maybe pick a nice breakfast or brunch restaurant, such as Joe’s Restaurant. Then you can take a walk on the beach, as mentioned previously, this is always quite a romantic thing to do!The boardwalk in Venice offers a lot of entertainment so you can also enjoy a walk there or even rent a bike and enjoy a ride along the ocean in sunny Southern California with your special someone.
You can grab something light for lunch and enjoy some of the touristy or free attractions if you have never visited LA. It is always fun to discover a new city with someone you love and care about. But for a more romantic day, your next stop should be K chocolatier. This one of the finest chocolates you can find in the US, so stop for a sampling and maybe a special Valentine’s Day box to share later on.
This is your special weekend. So make it as relaxing and enjoyable as possible! Le Petite Retreat is a wonderful way to make sure this goes the perfect way! This spa offers couple treatments, which can be a fabulous way to celebrate Valentine’s Day while relaxing together.
For dinner, as French culture is perceived as one o f the most romantic culture of all, La Cachette Bistro seems to be a wonderful suggestion! This fine dinning restaurant serves delicious French cuisine with a Californian touch, and a special Valentine’s Day menu to steal your loved one’s heart!
Finally to finish the day with a touch of perfection, make reservation at the Shutters on the Beach hotel, one of the most romantic hotels in Los Angeles with gorgeous ocean view rooms.
Of course, adding a personal touch to your Valentine’s Day getaway is always very important to make it successful! Come enjoy the Sunny Southern California and make your love one feels more special than you make him/her feel every day!
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Thanks for mentioning your blog in response to my Valentine’s Day blog post on LA Travel on About.com. I have a full list of romantic Valentine’s Day options in LA that you can drive your rental car to at http://golosangeles.about.com/od/losangelescalendar/tp/Valentines-Day-in-Los-Angeles.htm