Valentine's Day is more than just the gifts you give your partner. It's an all-encompassing experience in showering one another with extra affection for one day of the year, almost like a bonus anniversary where couples across the world share their love. While endless gift guides circulate every year with foolproof ways to treat your partner to a present, formulating creative ideas on how to actually spend your Valentine's Day isn't as straightforward.
While there's certainly nothing with spending the day doing the bare minimum (save for a few treats and roses here and there), for those looking to make the most of the day, there's no better time to upgrade from conventional celebrations and engage in something a touch more extravagant. From stargazing, to glamping to a slew of handy classes to take together, here are 30 creative ideas to celebrate Valentine's Day this year. Peruse through to find the perfect experience for you and your loved one this year.
Book a luxe weekend trip to Hamilton Island
Enjoy a morning in bed – no interruptions
Spend the afternoon grazing on a hamper in the hills
Relax with an Endota Spa treatment
Celebrate the taste of love with a cooking class
Spend a day on the harbour
Find your perfect mix with a cocktail class
Set-up a luxury couples picnic
Enjoy a lunch of local produce down by the sea
Cook a romantic, spicy dinner for two
Book a glamorous staycation at one of Marriott Group's hotels
Go for a bottomless brunch
Embrace adventure with a scenic hike
Hit the road
Complete a paint and sip art class
Escape to an (almost) deserted island
Take in an exhibition at the NGV
Snuggle up at a Moonlight Cinema
Spend the night glamping in WA
Select a drop (or two) from your favourite local wine cellar
Pair said wine with a mouthwatering selection of cheeses
Set up under the stars for an evening of stargazing
Chocolate pralines of all varieties to finish the night off
Acrylic Painting Class
Create your own bouquet at a beginner's floral workshop
If you prefer spending the night in and treating one another to a scrumptious dinner, read through to our selection of romantic Valentine's Day recipe ideas to inspire a home-cooked meal. Finish the day with a much needed snuggle on the couch, accompanied by some of the best Valentine's Day movies Hollywood has to offer.
