Valentine’s Day is a great occasion to talk about your feelings or once again demonstrate love. And to make it unforgettable, arrange a surprise – a real romantic trip. Don’t worry about the routes, we have chosen the most suitable cities for lovers, made a plan for the weekend and even selected hotels.
Moscow, Russia
The capital’s hotels, cafes and restaurants are preparing in advance for Valentine’s Day: you will definitely find a great option for a romantic weekend. For example, at the Lotte Hotel, couples will have festively decorated rooms and will be offered a free massage, and at the Empire City Hotel they will decorate their rooms with silk pink petals (add to this the beautiful views of Moscow right from the bed or from the large Jacuzzis that are available almost everywhere). all rooms).
In the evening you can look at the stars – the Moscow Planetarium organizes a special program “Lovers with the Stars” (ticket price – from 950 rubles, program duration 2 hours). And then – to a restaurant for a romantic dinner.
On Saturday, go to brunch – many cafes in the city center offer them, take a walk along the beautifully decorated central streets, and in the evening go to the theater or concert. For example, you can listen to music from Game of Thrones performed by an orchestra or go to a Valentine’s Day concert at the House of Music.
Paris, France
Valentine’s Day in the city of love – a classic! Coffee and croissants for breakfast, an excursion to Versailles and the Louvre, lunch at a restaurant on the Eiffel Tower with stunning views of the city and a romantic dinner – we recommend combining it with a cruise on the Seine to admire Paris from the water. Be sure to set aside one evening to go to the show at the Moulin Rouge.
The downside of such a weekend for two is the cost: tickets purchased at the last moment from Moscow to the French capital will cost at least 45,500 rubles for two, and this includes transfers. The cost of a direct flight starts from 72,000 rubles. A room in a romantic hotel near the center can be found for 15,000 rubles for 3 nights.
Tenerife, Spain
Warm, beautiful and tasty – this is the motto of a holiday in Tenerife. Of course, if possible, it is better to fly there not for a weekend, but to stay for at least a week: a one-way trip takes more than 7 hours, and tickets for two on a direct flight from Moscow will cost at least 58,600 rubles. And you’ll definitely want to spend more time on site, because in February it’s real summer on the island: +23 and sunny, although it’s cool in the evenings, and it’s too early to swim. But to bask in the sun, see San Miguel Castle, walk through the Teide Natural Park and see whales and dolphins, you need at least seven days.
A room in a romantic hotel with good ratings and a swimming pool (you still want to swim) will cost at least 4,000 rubles per night. The ideal option for a vacation for two is hotels marked Adults only; there are plenty of them in Tenerife, for example, four-star Iberostar Sábila or Guayarmina Princess.
Rovaniemi, Finland
If you don’t want summer, and there wasn’t enough real winter this year, go together to a snowy Finnish fairy tale. Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland and the chances of seeing the Northern Lights are high in February. You can also ride dog and reindeer sleds, snowmobiles, skis and even visit the village of Santa Claus. The wizard lives here all year round and is always glad to see visitors.
You can get to Rovaniemi through Helsinki, the cost of tickets for two from Moscow and back is from 34,000 rubles, and you will spend about 4 hours on the way (including transfers). A room for two in a romantic hotel costs from 10,000 rubles per night. Choose a hotel based on your plans for the weekend: for example, Santasport Resort has a swimming pool and massage services, in the Napapiirin Järvilomat house you can feel at the end of the world and spend time almost alone, and Lapland Hotels Ounasvaara Chalets are located away from the city, which means the chances see the northern lights above.
Verona, Italy
Verona in love! This is the name of the festival, which takes place in the city of Juliet from February 12 to 16. This means that there will be more romance than usual: Verona will be decorated with hearts and lanterns, and the Lamberti Tower, the tallest building in the center, will be illuminated in red. A market is being organized in Piazza della Signori, where everyone can try local delicacies. And in the evening – a romantic dinner in one of the restaurants: many offer a special menu for lovers.
Tickets for a direct flight from Moscow to Verona and back will cost at least 32,000 rubles for two. A hotel near the city center, so as not to waste time on public transport, can be found for 20,900 rubles for three nights. Pay attention to the Hotel San Luca near the Arena di Verona or the luxurious Grand Hotel des Arts.
Istanbul, Turkey
A romantic trip to Turkey’s most popular city has several advantages. Firstly, the cost: tickets from Moscow from February 13 to 16 for two on a direct flight can be found for 30,800 rubles – and this takes into account late bookings! A good romantic hotel in the city center will cost from 6,000 rubles for three nights. Our experts advise Levni Hotel & SPA, Hotel Poem or Swissotel The Bosphorus Istanbul.
Secondly, the city is conducive to long walks and admiring the beauty: take a walk along Sultanahmet Square to see the Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque with your own eyes, get lost in the ranks of the Grand Bazaar (if you decide to buy something, don’t forget to bargain) and walk around embankment of the Uskudar district with many cafes. We recommend spending a romantic evening on the Bosphorus – buy a ticket for a cruise with dinner. And dedicate another day to going to the hammam.
Dubai, UAE
This is where you can have a luxurious vacation for two. If opportunities allow, choose a luxury hotel with a spa, especially since by February 14, many hotels offer special conditions for lovers – from champagne and massage to a secluded romantic dinner on the beach. The weather is just right: around +20, and the water is even warmer than the air. Be sure to include shopping in your plan – it is considered one of the best in the world.
You can fly into the summer from Moscow for 37,800 rubles (direct flight, two tickets). Prices for romantic hotels start from 13,000 rubles for three nights. Choose a hotel closer to the bay, such as Grosvenor House, if you want to spend a weekend on the beach, or to the city center (JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai), to plunge into its rhythm and stroll through the malls.
