Valentine’s Day is coming up so bring on the flowers and the chocolates and the romantic evening for two. Dinners are lovely and intimate and all, but how about something a little different?
Here are a few ideas for Valentines Day that reach outside the box and above the norm.
Mile High
All the way up into the sky and back down for a champagne breakfast – but you’ll have to get up early for this one! Dawn Drifters will take you for ride in a hot air balloon, above the world and away from the crowds below. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime view over Canberra’s dawn (and an excuse for a cheeky beverage before lunch). Spoil your partner with a death-defying feat up in the clouds.
www.dawndrifters.com.au
Chew-Chew Train
Really dinner is not such a bad idea… but this is a special day so it has to be a special dinner! The Canberra Railway Museum’s restaurant train will make Valentine’s an unforgettable evening for you and your loved one. Take off for an evening of nostalgia and luxurious travel including a two-course dinner, dancing, a complimentary glass of wine and chocolate (hey, it wouldn’t be Valentine’s Day without chocolate!) Book with the museum between 10.00am and 4.00pm but be quick – it’s leaving Canberra station at 6.15pm sharp!
You don’t have to leave Canberra or travel over it for a lovely night. Lake cruises with Canberra Southern Cross Club will take you across the water and let you float among the lights of the city. Be treated to a glass of bubbly and a red rose as you step on the boat, sail Lake Burley Griffin, and eat three courses as you treat yourselves to a perfect evening on the water, under the stars.
www.canberrarailwaymuseum.org/valentines-train
Sass & Tease
If you would like to step out of your comfort zone this Valentine’s weekend Teatro Vivaldi’s is waiting for you. On Friday the 13th The Sass and Tease collective are bringing their friends to present you with Almost Valentine’s Day, a sexy burlesque experience. Whether you’re alone on Valentine’s Day, you want to celebrate with a partner or just see something interesting with your friends, come down to Vivaldi’s for this quirky, strange and beautiful show.
www.sassandteasecollective.com
Waterside Viewing
Perhaps you’re just looking for a chilled out evening? Why not head down to the lawns between the lake and the library for a picnic and a movie. Ben and Jerry’s Openair Sessions are a great reason to lay back in your deck chair or beanbag with some pizza and a bottle of Rekordelig cider and spend the evening with each other.
www.openaircinemas.com.au/canberra
These are just a few romantic ideas for Canberran couples on Valentine’s Day. Whatever you do Valentine’s weekend, make sure you spoil each other. It’s the best excuse for chocolate and indulgence there is!
