7 Extraordinary Travel Experiences to Make Your Valentine's Day Super Special

Tired of the same old Valentine’s Day drill of exchanging flowers, grabbing dinner and watching a show together on Netflix? You’re not the only one! If you’re someone who loves celebrating Valentine’s Day with your beau, get rid of those clichés this time and just TRAVEL! After all, couples who travel together stay together! Here’s what we recommend!

1. Enjoy a hot air balloon ride

Hot air balloon ride Jaipur

Up for an experience that’s romantic as well as slightly adventurous? Then definitely go for the beautiful hot air balloon ride in Jaipur and get a bird’s-eye view of the Pink city. Enjoy a magical moment with your special someone amidst the clouds and be swayed by the charming views of Jaipur’s magnificent forts and palaces. These rides are completely safe and run by experienced vendors. After you’re done with the ride, spend some quality time together by staying at an awesome property in Jaipur.

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2. Go for a luxurious villa stay

Villas in Goa - Bonita Vivenda

If you’re someone who doesn’t shy away from luxury, we’ve just got the perfect option for you! Add some sparkle to your Valentine’s Day by booking a stay at a fancy villa in Goa. While you must have made several trips to Goa and stayed at a hotel, the experience of staying at a charming villa in Goa is unparalleled! The plush interiors, spacious rooms and unhindered access to privacy make these luxury villa stays extremely memorable. And when it comes to Goa, there’s a lot variety in the type of villas! Pick between a luxurious private pool villa, a heritage Portuguese villa or a beach villa, depending on your mood and enjoy a fantastic stay with your beau.

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3. All you need is a romantic tea garden stay!

Ging Tea House

Who wouldn’t love taking a break from the crowded city life and be surrounded by lush greenery of the picturesque tea gardens? If that’s a yes inside your head, we’ve just found the perfect setting for you! Set in the beautiful Lebong Valley in Darjeeling, Ging Tea House is a lesser known paradise that offers a luxurious stay experience overlooking the sprawling tea gardens and boasts of impeccably high standards of hospitality. This Victorian style country house dates back to 1864 and has been tastefully restored without losing its colonial heritage. To make your Valentine’s Day special, make sure that you book a stay at their luxurious suites. From enjoying relaxing morning walks in the beautifully maintained private gardens to sitting around the bonfire with a glass of wine in the evening, do it all! And while you’re at it, don’t forget to get a few shots of the scenic tea garden views that’s so worth an Instagram share!

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4. Long drives are evergreen

Imagine going on a long drive while crossing the most scenic views and listening to your favourite music without a break. As divine as it sounds, right? Long drives are just perfect and the best part is that they don’t even need much planning! So be spontaneous this Valentine’s Day and turn on the romance by taking your partner on a long drive to a nearby hill station or a scenic spot. While you can drive down to any Himalayan hill station if you’re in the north, the magical drive to Coorg is definitely recommended for those in the south. For those in the east, there’s no better time to drive down to Shillong, Cherrapunji or Darjeeling as the weather is fantastic during February. And if you’re around the western side of the country, just take off on a long drive to Lonavala & Khandala with your beau!

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5. Escape to the beaches

Cannot say no to a beach trip? We get you! If you and your partner are both beach persons, why not spend Valentine’s Day on a beach destination? Just take off to Goa, Gokarna or Pondicherry and spend a leisurely time at a beach cottage. Being a favourite destination for tourists, Goa has a number of beautiful beaches to explore with great stay options. Whether you want to grab a bottle of beer and chill together at the beach or attend the lively beach parties in Goa, it’s all up to you!

6. Sleep under the starry night sky

To some romance is all about sleeping under the heavenly sight of the starry night sky and the luminous moon. While you can take off to the mountains to get a clear sky like that, we suggest that you choose the desert instead. Why? Because it’s the perfect time to go for the charming desert camp experience in Jaisalmer. The soothing temperature levels during this period and the magical ambience of the desert sky, make it quite a memorable experience for couples. Make your Valentine’s Day special by booking a stay at a luxury camp, where you can enjoy the lovely evening campfires or just do some star gazing together!

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7. Take a beautiful trek together

Valley of flowers trek

Maybe the idea of trekking is not at the top of your romance list but if you’re truly interested in doing something thrilling and meaningful, just give it a try! Yes, we know that treks are not that easy and most of us would need weeks of training but trust us, this is an absolute must-do for couples. Why? Well, treks are not just about the beautiful sights of the Himalayan Mountains or the picture perfect trails that’s perfect for your Instagram Story; treks are also a great way to test the endurance of your relationship.

While treks can be enchanting, they can also be quite testing. Just like relationships! During your trek, you’re bound to trust each other at every step, be respectful and patient with each other’s travel preferences as well as understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses. You might end up exploring a whole new angle about your partner while trekking and nurture your bond with the new found level of comfort and understanding. Whether you go for the Hampta Pass trek or the charming Valley of Flowers trek, JUST GO!

Got an awesome travel idea for Valentine’s Day? We’d love to hear! Tell us in the comments below!