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Valentine's Day Travel and Celebrations
Plan a Southern Romance for Valentine's Day

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Celebrate your special romance for Valentine's Day with a romantic escape, an ultra romantic hotel package, dinner in a romantic restaurant, a unique ceremony to renew your marriage vows or one of these other memorable ways to express your love.

Romantic Escapes

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Are you looking for love in all the right places? From the High Country to the Lowcountry, the Southeast is a great destination for memorable romantic getaways in all seasons.

Romantic Restaurants

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In no short supply of romantic restaurants situated in alluring settings, the Southeast U.S. is a wonderful destination for a memorable evening of romantic dining. Whether planning a special anniversary celebration, a proposal or simply to enjoy an ultra romantic evening with the one you love, here are ten of the top rated restaurants for romance...Southern style.

Valentine's Day Hotel Packages

Photo:  Romance at the Grove Park Inn - Courtesy of the Grove Park InnPhoto: Romance at the Grove Park Inn - Courtesy of the Grove Park Inn
Love is in the air in the Southeast and these special Valentine's Day hotel packages feature romantic getaways for golf lovers, history lovers, chocolate lovers, music lovers and more.

Savannah's Marriage and Vow Renewal Ceremonies

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Romantic Savannah offers couples in love the opportunity to marry or renew their marriage vows on Valentine's Day in a few unique Lowcountry-style ceremonies, including in-town events and an annual public event at the nearby Tybee Island Pier.

Top Hotels and Resorts

Romantic Seasonal Sleigh Rides at The Greenbrier: Photo © The GreenbrierRomantic Seasonal Sleigh Rides at The Greenbrier: Photo © The Greenbrier
If you are looking for luxury accommodations, attentive service and an array of amenities to enjoy with your special Valentine, these round ups of top hotels and resorts will point you in the right direction.

Celebrate Chocolate

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Enjoy the sweet life of chocolate during your February visit to the Southeastern United States at a chocolate festival just before Valentine's Day or by exploring one of the deliciously decadent chocolate shops or special chocolate events. For the delights of wonderful chocolates, this sampling of all things chocolate is sure to whet your appetite.

Top Pick for a Romantic Southern Dessert - Heart Red Velvet Cake

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Elegant, decadent and oh so Southern, this romantic heart shaped red velvet cake from Williams-Sonoma is ideal to end a special evening during your Valentine's Day getaway. Special Note: See vendor's ordering instructions for Valentine's Day delivery.

Also see:
Southern Food Gifts for delightful Red Velvet Petit Fours.
Video - How to Make Red Velvet Cake with Gretchen Siegchrist.

Romantic Travel Tip - How to Plan a Romantic Ski Getaway

Jonathon E. Stewart presents tips in this video for planning a cozy and romantic ski getaway for two.

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