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Ten Best... Valentines Dates
- Make a mix tape
OK so we’re talking more play list on your i-pod - but the principle is the same. Secretly compile your loved one’s favourite tunes that have a special meaning to you both. Either leave the playlist for them to discover or make a moment of it over dinner at home.
- Cupid’s Capsule
Experience the stunning London skyline in the London Eye and spoil your loved one with a romantic private capsule, complete with a bottle of champagne. The London Eye have a number of romantic packages. For a 10% discount book at www.londoneye.com
- All the single ladies
Forget boring speed dating - this year round up some single friends (book five and one comes free) and head to the London wine tasting emporium Vinopolis for a singles night with a difference. This guided wine tasting matches eligible groups of guys and girls. www.vinopolis.co.uk
- Out for dinner
It’s an institution but TopTable is still the best website for bagging brilliant dinner bargains all around the UK. www.toptable.co.uk
- Go to Paris
Each year on Valentine’s Day, the town hall in Paris plays Cupid, giving lovers the chance to light up the city’s 170 luminous notice boards with their declarations of love.
- Valentine Masked Ball, O2 Academy, Glasgow
Shake it down with two burlesque and cabaret stage shows. Take your partner or mask up and see who you bump into…
- Supper club
Run of the mill restaurants are so pre-credit crunch. The smart money is on the underground home bistros popping up all over the country. www.supper-club.net
- Valentine Staycation
Ditch the crowds and expensive restaurants for a romantic dinner for two at home. You can’t beat Delia for great meal ideas: www.deliaonline.com/recipes
- Hot Air Ballooning
Watch the sunrise with a glass of champagne as you enjoy stunning views from your hot air balloon. www.redletterdays.co.uk
- Traditionalist’s Valentines in Brussels
Head to Brussels for chocolates, chocolates and more chocolates! Brussels is very well known for its exquisite chocolate shops which make a perfect Valentine's treat.
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