Valentine's Day Offerings from Coast to Coast and Across the Pond

Valentine's Weekend Package on Catalina Island

The Santa Catalina Island Company's Valentine's Weekend Package offers a romantic getaway with the perfect mix of adventure, pampering and relaxation. Packages start at only $335 per couple per night, for an unforgettable getaway for two.

• The package includes the following
o Round trip helicopter or boat transportation per person
o $125 Island Spa Catalina credit per adult
o One Twilight Zip Line Eco Tour per adult
o $25 dining credit at Encanto Café at Island Spa Catalina per adult
o $100 dining credit at Avalon Grille
o Overnight accommodations for 3 nights at Pavilion Hotel or Hotel Atwater Available for check-in February 12 and check-out February 15, 2016
• Rates:
o Pavilion Hotel - $432 per couple per night with Boat or $520 per couple per night with Helicopter
o Hotel Atwater - $335 per couple per night with Boat or $423 per couple per night with Helicopter

For more information: https://www.visitcatalinaisland.com/specials-packages/hotels/valentines-day-weekend



Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows – Santa Monica, CA

Sky High Romance

Falling in love can take you to cloud nine, literally. Bring your Valentine to Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows for a private rooftop dinner by FIG Restaurant on top of one of Santa Monica's tallest buildings, the Ocean Tower, which offers breathtaking views of the Pacific Coast. Then, take your love to new heights with a helicopter tour for two of Los Angeles, complete with overnight accommodations in an Ocean Tower Suite and Champagne and caviar upon arrival. Pricing at $6,500.

Suite Bungal-oh!

Celebrate Valentine's Day with a risqué twist in one of the newly redesigned bi-level bungalow suites at Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows. Your overnight stay begins with Champagne and caviar on your private patio overlooking the ocean followed by an afternoon of pampering with an in-room couples massage from exhale mind body spa. FIG Restaurant will create a personalized, aphrodisiac-inspired menu to be enjoyed in the privacy of your bungalow suite and, to sweeten the deal, we'll leave you with a blush-worthy intimacy kit filled with adult goodies to make it a Valentine's to remember. Pricing at $5,000.

Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite – Escape to Romance

With Valentine's Day coming up, special offers will bring you closer. The Escape to Romance Package, starting at $239, features a one-night stay, champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries, breakfast for two and VIP turndown with Hershey Kisses and rose petals. Then, feed your love with a Valentine's Dinner at Embers featuring upscale dishes and candle lit ambiance.

Open on select dates at the request of St. Valentine, Embers is sure to pique your appetite for Romance.
For details call (877) 247-9241 or visit Tenaya Lodge to book your stay!



The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain Offers 3 Packages for Valentine Getaways

The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain has unveiled three new romance packages for Valentine's month, each beckoning travelers to experience the resort's winter blue skies, lushly blooming desert and enticing indoor/outdoor adventures. February highlights of The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain include Jack Nicklaus signature play at the nearby Golf Club at Dove Mountain, spa pool cabana treatments for guests wishing to relax and renew alongside the resort's spa serenity pool and tanning island, weekend hand-crafted sushi and paired sake in the Ignite Lobby Lounge, and an extensive roster of outdoor recreation and wellness activities. Daily Sunset Vista Hikes, birdwatching, guided rock art tours to discover rare and ancient Hohokam Indian petroglyphs, access to miles of scenic and beautiful hiking and biking trails, and proximity to Tucson's action-packed February calendar of gemological, rodeo and golf events are further winter attractions.

For room reservations at The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain, please visit https://www.ritzcarlton.com/dovemountain, call toll-free at 1-800-241-3333 or contact a travel professional. Package prices are exclusive of tax and gratuity, subject to terms and conditions and based on availability.



Valentine's Day Special: Romantic Luxury in the Old West.

Looking for a unique Valentine's Day getaway? Check out all-inclusive Vista Verde Ranch in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Surprise your sweetie with complimentary Western-themed romantic gift basket at check-in. Stay in a luxurious private cabin with a wood burning stove and secluded hot tub. Indulge in three gourmet meals a day along with complimentary fine wine, beer and snacks. Enjoy endless activities or snuggle in front of the fire. All-inclusive pricing covers all of this and more, plus airport transfers and tips. Offer applies to any visit that includes Valentine's Day. Rates start at $1,295/person for a 3-night stay. Vista Verde Ranch, www.vistaverde.com or 800-526-7433.



The Gwen, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Chicago

Escape with your loved one to The Gwen this Valentine's Day with the exclusive “Sweet Luxury“ package for the ultimate staycation! Your romantic weekend begins with a special delivery of long stemmed red roses delivered to your loved one's office. Upon check-in, receive concierge assistance in booking a sensual dinner for two then head up to your guest room to pamper for the evening. Cruise around Chicago in our Mercedes Benz House Car to any destination in the Windy City of your choosing.

After a romantic night out on the town, sneak away to your room to enjoy bubbly and a dessert bento box filled with delicious local treats. Then top the weekend off with a relaxing morning with breakfast in bed.

The Gwen's “Sweet Luxury" package is available to book, starting at $269.

For more information, visit www.thegwenchicago.com.



Ultimate Romance in Miami Beach

The St. Regis Bal Harbour is offering a variety of enticing experiences for couples this Valentine's Day, from a romantic dinner in a private villa overlooking the ocean to an intimate tea for two.

• Valentine's Dinner at J&G Grill
o Indulge in a dinner with the most seductive ingredients inspired by world-renown chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten and specialty desserts by Award-winning Executive Pastry Chef Antonio Bachour.
o Sunday, February 14; Four course prix fixe dinner - $150 per person; advanced reservations required.
• Ultimate Romance at St. Regis
o Go beyond expectation and celebrate Valentine's Day with a private butler-served romantic dinner overlooking the Atlantic Ocean from the comfort of your Oceanfront Day Villa. Start with a bottle of vintage Dom Perignon Champagne, followed by a four-course dinner inspired by chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. The luxurious Oceanfront Day Villa features an indoor relaxation lounge and an outdoor private terrace and dining table, and is yours to enjoy throughout the evening.
o Limited availability; $1,200+ tax & gratuity.
• The St. Regis Bar & Sushi Lounge
o The St. Regis Bar is delighted to offer an alluring menu of Sushi and Champagne pairings for the bold hearted connoisseurs, and live music adds to the already-romantic atmosphere. Savor a three-course Sushi experience with a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Rosé.
o Sunday, February 14, 6:30pm & 9pm seatings available; $275 per couple
o Valentine's weekend special hours, 12pm-11pm.

For more information: https://stregisbalharbour.com/valentines-day



"Love, Island Style” at Little Palm Island

Couples can experience the ultimate romantic island escape with Little Palm Island's “Love, Island Style” package, available Feb. 1-29 and starting at $7,185/per three-night stay. Tiki torches and dulcet candles will light the way for romance as fragrant rose petals are sweetly strewn under a palm front canopy. In addition to three-nights accommodations in a transformed Island Bungalow – complete with dimly lit candles, rose petals, hand-selected roses, and a chilled bottle of Laurent Perrier “Grand Siecle” Champagne, – guests will also enjoy complimentary private dining set-up at Palapa Point or Harbor Point Beach, a relaxing sail across the Keys, and more.

Package includes*:

• Accommodations in an Island Escape Suite for 3 nights.


• A dozen long stemmed roses in suite upon arrival


• Daily breakfast for two (served in your bed if you like)


• The “Love, Island Style” turndown service


• A private three-hour day sail on the Lilyann

*Package rates priced per couple. Unused portions may not be credit or redeemed for cash and may not be combined with other discounts. Package amenities cannot be exchanged for alternate amenities. Deposits and cancellation fees apply. Subject to availability. Package is valid February 1-29, 2016.

To book this romantic getaway or for additional information, please visit www.littlepalmisland.com or contact Nadia Mehriary at nmehriary@zimmerman.com, 850-668-2222.

Hot Valentine's Day Beach Getaway Package at Carillon Miami Beach in Florida

Located along the untapped sands of North Miami Beach, the newly rebranded Carillon Miami Beach invites lovebirds to celebrate Valentine's Day with the indulgent R&R: Romance and Relaxation package. Home to the largest spa in South Florida at 70,000 sq. ft., couples will receive the ultimate pampering at The Spa at Carillion. Designed to deepen their connection, couples will receive a series of innovative spa experiences including the Rasul Mud Therapy where they immerse themselves in healing muds in a private steam chamber, Couples Sound Therapy which uses the state-of-the-art Vibro-Acoustic sound massage table to connect couples through sound and touch, and the Couples Tantra service which blend a series of mindfulness meditation exercises. On Valentine's Day, to celebrate their love, couples will enjoy a fabulous candlelit dinner crafted by the Carillon's world-renowned Chef Fritz Zwahlen at Miami Beach's new oceanfront restaurant THYME. Package rates start at $2,718.40 based on a two-night stay.



Baglioni Hotel London

For travelers headed to the UK, spend this Valentine's Day in classic Italian style at Baglioni Hotel London, located opposite Hyde Park with an enchanting view of Kensington Gardens and Palace. Channeling 1960s Italian glamour, enjoy a romantic four-course dinner accompanied by La Dolce Vita Cabaret, a GS Live & Sternberg Clarke production. The quartet performs music curated by jazz pianist Bruno D'Ambra with the extraordinary voice of Francesca Confortini, who plays a special homage to the most successful Italian singers of all time, recreating the atmosphere at the Cha Cha Club from Fellini's iconic La Dolce Vita film. During this exclusive dining experience, savor canapés and Prosecco before dinner, with dishes including heart-shaped, homemade pasta filled with ricotta cheese and black truffle and traditional Italian “Zuccotto” cake. Available on the evenings of February 13 and February 14. Pricing from $973, including four-course Cabaret dinner for two, overnight accommodations in a Junior Suite, bottle of Prosecco in room and breakfast in bed the following morning.