On Valentine’s Day it takes more than a dinner reservation and roses to prove that you mean business. This year, impress your other half by planning something a little more on the wild side—like bathing in beer or gazing at the Eiffel Tower from above.
Craft Beer Bath for Two
Relationships are all about keeping things fresh, and since we’re betting you've never taken a beer bath with your boo (intentionally), how about getting love drunk together? The Maui Spa & Wellness Center in Boca Raton might be a trek but you won't find another alcoholic-laden spa treatment like this. As for the brew, it comes from nearby Big Bear Brewing Company in Coral Springs. And yes, you get to drink one if you want. 2100 NW Boca Raton Blvd., Boca Raton, 561-395-7733
Get Serenaded at the Fontainebleau
Frank Sinatra used to serenade crowds at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach back in the 50s, and now you can see another legendary singer take the BleauLive stage on Valentine's Day: five-time Grammy winner Michael McDonald. While you're there, make a day of it with a couples' massage at Lapis Spa and a pre-fixe dinner at Michael Mina 74 (or another on-site restaurant of your choice), which is included with your show ticket. Just make sure you catch the sunset on the beach before supper. 4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, 305-538-2000; Purchase tickets here
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Love Boat
Nothing says forever like picking out your future yacht. Take your sweetheart to the Miami International Boat Show (February 12-16) for a day of smooth sailing, and after you’ve agreed to disagree on the name of your fictional vessel, stroll down Lincoln Road for some people-watching. When you get hungry, keep it classic with some claws from Joe’s Stone Crab. Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, 305-673-7311; 11 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, 305-673-0365
A Trip Around the World
Always wanted to spend February 14 in Paris? With Flyanairliner's Romantic Locations Valentine's Day package, you can take your love to the moon and back without having to leave the ground. Fly around the world aboard a multimillion-dollar, full-flight Boeing 757 simulator, soaring above all the romantic sites on your bucket list. Post-flight, a black car will pick you up with a bottle of bubbly and take you wherever your heart desires—anywhere with roads, that is. 6601 NW 36th St., Virginia Gardens, 702-927-2620; Call or email miami@flyanairliner.com to book
Painting with a Twist
Remember that scene in Titanic? Well, this isn’t like that, but Painting with a Twist does involve a BYOB painting party where you'll both create a masterpiece to take home and hang on the wall. Choose the work of art you'll create ahead of time and bring along your favorite bottle (a wine chiller and cups are available)... because couples that paint together stay together. 7657 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, 786-300-6855; Book classes here
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Key West Escape
Fall in love all over again in Key West. Imagine three nights of secluded beachfront dining, champagne on ice, rose petal pathways, and breakfast in bed in your suite. And if that doesn’t close the deal, a private three-hour sail on South African yacht The Lilyanna might. You'll get it all and more when you book the Love, Island Style package at Little Palm Island Resort & Spa. 28500 Overseas Hwy., Little Torch Key, 305-872-2524; Book here
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