Special getaway packages offer couples a chance to reconnect on Wisconsin’s scenic peninsula
A couple enjoys a romantic horse-drawn sleigh ride through the woods in Door County, Wisconsin during the annual Nature of Romance promotion. Photo courtesy Mike Roemer/DoorCounty.com.
The sun rises over Lake Michigan at Whitefish Dunes State Park on a crisp winter morning in Door County, Wisconsin. Capture Door County photo courtesy Markos Berndt.
Looking to surprise that special someone this year for Valentine’s Day? This Valentine’s Day, the easiest way you can show someone you care is to give them a hug. But for loved ones far away, how can you send a hug their way? The SERIOUS TEDDY BEAR COMPANY delivers Hugs with their Valentine’s Day gift baskets that include HUGS THE BEAR (the only teddy bear in the country specifically designed for grown-ups), candy, flowers, custom cards, and more – a unique alternative to the usual gift basket.
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“The Serious Teddy Bear was created to assist people in communicating their feelings and to be the vehicle for those wishing to hug someone, particularly if they are unable to do so in person,” ROBERT SCHNEIDER , THE SERIOUS TEDDY BEAR FOUNDER, said. “My firm belief is that people are begging for an alternative way to let someone know they really care…an alternative to the usual flower arrangements or a chocolate gift basket.” Continue reading
THIS VALENTINE’S DAY, WHAT HAPPENS IN VEGAS, WILL REALLY STAYS IN VEGAS
WELCOME TO LAS VEGAS (Courtesy: The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Bureau, http://www.lvcva.com)
Love fills the air in Las Vegas this Valentine’s Day weekend with experiences that’ll have your special someone soaring to cloud nine. Across the destination, world-class restaurants, spas and nightlife venues will set the mood for the ultimate romantic getaway. Sweethearts from across the country will be able to book their air and hotel packages on www.LasVegas.com. Continue reading
MONEY-SAVING PACKAGES AVAILABLE FOR VALENTINE’S DAY AND PRESIDENTS DAY WEEKENDS
BALTIMORE, home of the SUPER BOWL-bound BALTIMORE RAVENS, is gearing up for its first annual HOTEL WEEK. Sponsored by VISIT BALTIMORE, the event is patterned on the successful Restaurant Weeks events of years past. Many hotels around the city are discounting their rates during the week of February 8-18, including HOTEL MONACO, ADMIRAL FELL INN, HYATT REGENCY and the SHERATON INNER HARBOR HOTEL.
Even better, it’s a chance for you and the missus to get to know each other again. Did you give your wife a toaster oven for Christmas? Can’t remember the last time you went out—anywhere—without the kids? Was your last vacation a trip to your in-laws? And you had a miserable time? If so, it is time to book a couples getaway to Baltimore with special packages starting at $99 a night during the inaugural BALTIMORE HOTEL WEEK FEBRUARY 8-18.
Baltimore’s renowned INNER HARBOR is home to many exciting restaurants, unique shopping, famous museums, live entertainment, local pubs and taverns. Explore the idea of staying in one of the many Inner Harbor Hotels where it’s easy to get in on the action, spirit, and fun of everything Baltimore has to offer.
Baltimore’s Inner Harbor Skyline at night (www.baltimore.org)
“THE BRANGELINA” AND “CHEAP DATE” ARE AMONG A FEW NOTEWORTHY HOTEL DEALS ONLINE BOOKING EXPERT HOTELS.COM® FINDS ALLOWING COUPLES TO SNUGGLE UP THIS VALENTINE’S DAY
FIND YOUR SINGLES OR SWEETHEART GETAWAY WITH THE 2013 Hotels.com Valentine’s Day Sale.
Looking to spice up your romance life a bit this Valentine’s Day? Hotels.com® is encouraging lovers and travelers to take a gamble and
add a little more va-va-voom, out of the box excitement to this year’s Valentine’s Day plans with five unusual and distinct deals from properties across the United States.
“Nowadays travelers and couples are seeking romantic experiences beyond flowers, champagne and a nice dinner,” says TAYLOR L. COLE, APR, TRAVEL EXPERT FOR HOTELS.COM. “We are finding that our customers want to incorporate more of their personality and passions into their getaways. Whether couples are gadget enthusiasts or love the luxury life, there’s a destination and a hotel that will fulfill that unique sweet spot.”
FOR THE “CHEAP DATE”
PERSONALITY HOTELS, located in Monterey, San Francisco and Santa Rosa, California, is offering couples looking for a good laugh the “CHEAP DATE” VALENTINE’S DAY PACKAGE. The package includes a bottle of Champagne, a box of conversation hearts, a bear-shaped bottle of honey, Jack in the Box coupons (for the romantic fast-food dinner), a romance kit and two blank Valentine’s Day cards – so you don’t have to run out last minute to grab one! Continue reading
ALSO IN FEBRUARY, MIMI’S WILL SUPPORT THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION’S® GO RED FOR WOMEN® MOVEMENT WITH ITS SECOND ANNUAL MIMI’S GOES RED CAMPAIGN
Mimi’s Cafe, a customer favorite French-inspired neighborhood bistro, is celebrating the season of love by offering a ROMANTIC VALENTINE’S MENU FOR TWO at $26.99. Available FEBRUARY 7 – 17 from 4 P.M. – 11 P.M., the VALENTINE’S MENU will offer guests a French-inspired three-course meal featuring a variety of delicious options. Also in February, Mimi’s will support the AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION’S® GO RED FOR WOMEN® movement with its second annual MIMI’S GOES RED CAMPAIGN, which will include a month-long fundraiser and incentives for guests who donate.
Chicken Madeira offered on Mimi’s Cafe’s romantic three-course Valentine’s Menu for two from February 7-17, 2013. (PRNewsFoto/Mimi’s Cafe)
“Mimi’s Cafe was founded on love. Arthur J. Simms named the restaurant after his first love, Mimi, whom he met in France while stationed there during World War II,” said MARK MEARS , PRESIDENT & CHIEF CONCEPT OFFICER. “To celebrate the season of love, our special Valentine’s Menu offers guests a delicious and affordable opportunity to create a ‘Mimi’s Moment’ and enjoy a romantic French-inspired dining experience.” Continue reading
FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR will celebrate the romance of Valentine’s Day with four evenings of decadent specials and a unique Valentine gift for couples dining on THURSDAY, FRIDAY, SATURDAY or SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14TH through the 17th.
Nationally acclaimed FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR offers the best in steakhouse dining – Prime meats and
chops, fresh fish and poultry, generous salads and side orders — with a unique wine list known as the FLEMING’S 100®, which features over 100 wines served by the glass. Fleming’s was launched in Newport Beach, California, in 1998 by successful restaurant industry veterans PAUL FLEMING and BILL ALLEN. Today there are 65 restaurants nationwide, including the latest Fleming’s to debut in Beverly Hills. FLEMING‘s is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including Wine Enthusiast‘s annual AWARD OF DISTINCTION and Wine Spectator‘s annual AWARD OF EXCELLENCE.
To enrich the occasion, EXECUTIVE CHEF RUSSELL SKALL has created two enticing entrees, perfect for Valentine’s dinner that will be available in addition to Fleming’s popular a la carte menu.
“Valentine’s Day is always such a special celebration for our guests,” remarked Chef Skall. “We created a unique menu to make the evening a truly memorable one. There is nothing more romantic then savoring the pleasures of a delicious dinner and wine with someone you love.” Continue reading
SPECIAL GETAWAY PACKAGES OFFER COUPLES A CHANCE TO RECONNECT ON WISCONSIN’S SCENIC PENINSULA
In DOOR COUNTY, WISCONSIN, the spirit of Valentine’s Day starts before Christmas and lasts ’til spring. DOOR COUNTY is a bucolic peninsula that juts out into Lake Michigan in Wisconsin’s northeast corner. Named one of the Top 10 Vacation Destinations in North America by Money magazine, Door County features 300 miles of shoreline, 11 lighthouses, 5 state parks, 19 county parks and is known for its natural beauty, artistic offerings and outdoor recreation opportunities.
A couple enjoys a romantic horse-drawn sleigh ride through the woods in Door County, Wisconsin during the annual Nature of Romance promotion which runs through the end of March. Photo courtesy Mike Roemer/DoorCounty.com. (PRNewsFoto/Door County Visitor Bureau)
From early December through the end of March, DOOR COUNTY offers couples a chance to escape into the pampering luxury and scenic beauty of Wisconsin’s peninsular jewel with more than a dozen specially priced romantic getaway packages for two. Continue reading
GIFTS FROM PANDORA FOR EVERY WOMAN IN YOUR LIFE
As the saying goes, “love don’t cost a thing,” yet every year millions of Americans look forward to spoiling their friends, family and loved ones with gifts on Valentine’s Day. Flowers and chocolates remain popular selections, but for those looking for a gift with more longevity, PANDORA JEWELRY offers the following gift suggestions for women.
Charm Her this Valentine’s Day with the Perfect Gift from PANDORA. (PRNewsFoto/PANDORA Jewelry)
THIS VALENTINE’S DAY SHARE PHOTOS FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN GODIVA FOR FACEBOOK FRIENDS
This Valentine’s Day, GODIVA is honoring one of the greatest acts of love: sharing. Through their “Share the Love” sweepstakes, an engaging photo sweepstakes on the brand’s Facebook page and website www.GODIVA.com, GODIVA shares their love by offering consumers a chance to win GODIVA chocolate for them and their Facebook friends.
69 PERCENT OF WOMEN PLAN ONE OR MORE WEEKS IN ADVANCE – BUT THE MAJORITY THINK MALES ARE LAST-MINUTE
ShopAtHome.com, the largest coupon search engine that connects upwards of 12 million consumers each month to the best deals and cash back savings, today released the results of ‘AVOIDING THE VALENTINE’S DAY DOGHOUSE’. A survey of www.ShopAtHome.com”s 4.3 million Facebook fans unlocked keys to surviving this oftentimes stress-filled holiday.
Founded in 1986 by husband-and-wife team MARC AND CLAUDIA BRAUNSTEIN, www.ShopAtHome.com is the web’s largest provider of online coupons, Cash Back rewards and printable grocery and restaurant coupons. The only destination integrating the best discounts from coupons, deals and Cash Back, the site has evolved from its early roots as the ‘Catalog of Catalogs’. Throughout this transformation, the company has kept the same goal – helping improve the shopping experience for millions of shoppers. As a true coupon powerhouse, www.ShopAtHome.com aims to provide the most savings to consumers whether they’re shopping at the grocery store or at their favorite online retailer. For more information visit www.ShopAtHome.com. Continue reading
FROM ROMANTIC COOKING CLASSES AND SUNSET KAYAKING TO ZIPLINING OVER VINEYARDS AND A FUN WAY TO POP THE QUESTION, UNPLUG AND RECONNECT ON CALIFORNIA’S CENTRAL COAST*
In our fast-paced, fairly routinized world, it’s hard to find time for true romance. So when Valentine’s Day rolls along, we tend to cram a year’s worth of romance and expectation in one night – which often produces decidedly unromantic results.
To help romantically challenged couples get in the right space for romance, SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY on California’s spectacular CENTRAL COAST invites you to slow down, unplug and savor the moment in playful ways. In a place often ranked among the happiest regions, their signature laid-back attitude and child-like sense of adventure will rub off, and you’ll remember what the good life is all about. Continue reading
Few things show you care more than a treat made with love. Whether saying “xoxo” to family or “be mine” to a new Valentine, there’s
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one dynamite flavor that fits the bill: red velvet. In recent years, the love of red velvet has blossomed beyond its traditional Southern roots into a popular dessert with mass appeal. In fact, last Valentine’s Day, enough MCCORMICK RED FOOD COLOR was sold – more than 550,000 ounces – to make enough red velvet cupcakes to circle the Earth 23 times.[i] That’s why the McCormick Kitchens turned to red velvet to inspire new Valentine’s Day recipes this year.
MCCORMICK & COMPANY, Incorporated is a global leader in flavor. With more than $3.5 billion in annual sales, the company manufactures, markets and distributes spices, seasoning mixes, condiments and other flavorful products to the entire food industry – retail outlets, food manufacturers and foodservice businesses. Every day, no matter where or what you eat, you can enjoy food flavored by McCormick.
Creating memories in the kitchen with kids is sweeter than ever with six irresistible, velvety red recipes from the flavor experts in the MCCORMICK KITCHENS. For treats that will turn your Valentine’s Day into a celebration kids of all ages will enjoy, try these six fresh takes on red velvet, featuring MCCORMICK RED FOOD COLOR and extracts:
ROCK HER WORLD THIS VALENTINE’S DAY WITH FRESH FLOWERS AND A DIAMOND NECKLACE
Even men who are lucky in love often have trouble when it comes to expressing their feelings on Valentine’s Day. The options can be overwhelming and guys are unsure about which blooms are best to spoil their sweetie pie. This year, TELEFLORA is making it easy by providing the perfect bouquet to celebrate love this season. Lovebirds who dazzle their darling with the HEARTSTRINGS BOUQUET BY TELEFLORA have a chance to rock her world in more ways than one! With the launch of TELEFLORA’S “LOVE ROCKS” SWEEPSTAKES, this bouquet purchase gains entry for a chance to win a stunning diamond necklace valued at $15,000.
Teleflora’s Heartstrings Bouquet is available on telelfora.com for $69.95. (PRNewsFoto/Teleflora)
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