There are many ways to spend Valentine’s Day; from simple to sophisticated and everything in between. Below are some ideas NYC ideas for sharing Valentine’s Day.
❤️You can never go wrong with chocolate, in my opinion! Jacques Torres Chocolates give you a variety of options from chocolate chip cookies to his signature truffles. Other goodies include chocolate-enrobed graham crackers, milk-chocolate covered pretzels and Cheerios, chocolate-covered espresso beans and more. My favorite is chocolate caramels.
❤️Express your sentiments with a breathtaking arrangement by Bloom. The Valentine’s Day Collection is stunning with more than 21 floral options to choose from. Whichever arrangement you choose, it is sure to bring joy to the special recipient.
❤️Another romantic activity on Valentine’s Day in NYC is to go ice skating! New York’s ice-skating rinks are only open for a few months a year so why not take advantage of them. My top recommendations are Rockefeller Center and Central Park!
❤️Another option that incorporates the outdoors is a romantic dinner cruise. The Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise includes a buffet dinner and mesmerizing illuminated views of the city including an up-close look at The Statue of Liberty. Boarding starts at 6 pm and the departure is scheduled for 7 pm.
❤️Take your date to The New York Pops. You can witness a tribute to female icons like Aretha Franklin, Whitney Houston, Barbara Streisand, Adele and Ella Fitzgerald in “I’m Every Woman: Divas On Stage. The show begins at 8 pm on Friday, February 14th at Stern Auditorium; Perelman Stage.
❤️Enjoy “Love in the Parlors; A Valentine in Concert” at the Merchant’s House Museum. It begins at 7 pm on Friday, February 14th. Enjoy the annual gala concert of lush romantic performances in the elegant double parlor. Singers include Anthony Bellov, Amy Gluck, Jane Elizabeth Rady and Dayle Vander Sande.
❤️Kings County Distillery, located at Brooklyn Navy Yard, has a special treat for its guests on Friday, February 14th . Beginning at 6:30 pm, participants will enjoy a special edition of their whiskey-tasting lass, pairing the whiskey with gourmet chocolate. It also includes a tour of the barrel room. Kings County Distillery is the oldest operating whisky distillery in New York City.
❤️Experience Romance Under The Stars. The American Museum of Natural History celebrates Valentine’s Day by hosting an annual event called “Romance Under the Stars” in its Hayden Planetarium. At the Rose Center for Earth and Space you’ll have access to open bar, hors d’oeuvres, champagne, chocolate as well as live music. At the Hayden Planetarium, the most romantic love stories will be read to you, while enjoying a spectacular view of the starry night sky.
❤️Taking a helicopter ride. See New York City in this amazing and unforgettable experience. It’s perfect to celebrate a special occasion, like Valentine’s Day! The memory will stay with not soon be forgotten.
❤️The Baccarat Hotel in New York evokes opulence. Guests will be dazzled by the crystal-lit curtains, sparkling chandeliers, and the hotel’s signature red décor and in-room “Champagne button” on bedside phones that allows guests to order their favorite vintage bottle served in Baccarat fluted glasses. An ideal destination for the perfect Valentine’s Day romance. The Romantic Retreat Package includes luxurious accommodations, a glass of champagne upon arrival, a decorative Baccarat Red Zinzin Heart gift, afternoon tea with champagne for two in the Grand Salon, and a romantic Baccarat keepsake box filled with rose petals.
❤️If you ever wanted to sleep under the stars in NYC, this Valentine’s Day is your chance. The Peninsula New York has set up chalet-inspired clear domes on their rooftop and for one night will transform them into cozy and sumptuous private rooms for two. Your evening begins with private transportation to the hotel in a bespoke BMW-7 series which includes a rose petal guided arrival to the private rooftop chalet. A dedicated personal Butler will greet you with Champagne to toast your experience. Your evening continues with a Spa indulgences, followed by a private dinner by the hotel’s executive chef. Enjoy rare Champagne, Petrossian caviar, and a specialty created dessert. Enjoy the rest of your evening in privacy as you sleep under the stars.
However you spend your Valentine’s Day, I wish is that it is filled with love and happy memories!
