All dressed up with nowhere to go?

Love is in the air, unfortunately so is Covid-19, making Valentine’s Day romantic getaways hard to plan.  Don’t give up on sharing romance; staying home does not have to ruin the holiday.  Get creative and you may find that for this holiday there is no place like home.

What better way to start the day than by being served breakfast in bed?  Grab some heart-shaped pans or cookie cutters and whip up Valentine pancakes, muffins, cookies or breakfast pizza to serve you honey a treat.

A romantic dinner is always a good option and you don’t need to be a chef to pull it off.  Set the mood, anywhere from picnic on the floor to crystal and good china, then que the romantic music.  Combine dinner from your favorite restaurant with a nice wine, a bouquet of flowers and a chocolate dessert (what’s Valentine’s Day without chocolate?)  For a fun, interactive dessert serve chocolate fondue with heart-shaped fruit on skewers.   Don’t forget a special gift with a thoughtful handwritten note.

No matter what your favorite genre, there is a romantic movie that is sure to entertain.  Choose one (or more) that neither of you have seen before.  If you are stuck for inspiration check one of the many online romantic movie lists.  Skip the popcorn and bring out some decadent candy with your beverage of choice.  Arrange a cozy area on the couch or a blanket and pillows on the floor.  Extra points if you have a roaring fire in a fireplace.  A few well-placed candles will add to the atmosphere.  The flameless ones are great if you are worried about a fire hazard.

Not in the mood for a movie?  Why not livestream a virtual Valentine’s Day concert or comedy club performance instead? 

With so many online courses available, you could take a crack at a cooking or dance class without leaving home.  If you enjoy facing challenges together and are a little competitive, give game night a new twist with a virtual Escape Room quest.

Maybe you prefer to pamper your special Valentine.  Plan a Do It Yourself spa day and trade off giving each other massages with stress-relieving oils.  If you have a large soaking tub, pick up bath bombs in a vast array of indulgent fragrances for a soothing soak.  Alternately you can relax and unwind together with an in-home couples massage.

If you really just need to get away then consider a rural bed and breakfast.  Be sure to check their cleaning protocols before booking.  February weather permitting, take a long walk or a scenic drive and stop for a picnic.

We all look forward to when we can travel safely again.  In the meantime you may enjoy spending some of your together time making plans for when that time arrives.