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VALENTINE DELIGHT AT PEARLCOURT RESIDENCE & HOTELS, PARKVIEW IKOYI Stay at the Pearl Court Residence & Hotel and have an enjoyable Valentine Dinner at Mirabelle Restaurant for only N15,000. Package includes welcome drink, four-course meal and light entertainment. There is also overnight special accommodation, including breakfast at N35,000. Cocktail available on early arrival at poolside. Call 018990592/018425908
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Island Explorer provides an essential guide to putting the spark back into Valentine’s Day.
yet, there is an almost inexhaustible number of ways to mark St Valentine’s Day. Being romantic doesn’t have to break the
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bank, nor does it have to fit within the three Cs: cake, cell phone and car. It does, however, need to come straight from the heart. Sometimes even the simplest of gestures - perhaps a sincere ‘I love you’ accompanied by a kiss - can set the day spinning in a positive direction. Here are our top tips for the big day:
It’s not about you: Remember, when making plans for Valentine’s Day, your partner is the priority and should be the centre of attention. Be prepared to do the things that they enjoy, even if you don’t like them.
Surprise!: Everyone likes a surprise, espe- cially if it’s something they’ve always wished for. If your plan allows it, try concealing a small parcel in their bag or under their pillow. This could contain anything from jewellery to tickets to a show they’ve always longed to go to. Alternatively, you could create a personal- ised gift basket crammed full of your partner’s
f you’ve run out of ideas on how to say ‘I love you’, you’re not alone. For many of us, the search for new ways to be roman- tic makes Valentine’s Day something to dread rather than look forward to. And
favourite things. Why not include a special photo or portrait of the two of you? It will be there long after Valentine’s Day.
A great escape: Take time off from eve- rything and escape for a romantic weekend away together, preferably somewhere com- pletely over the top. Use the getaway to dis- cover more about one another.
The food of love: Yes, people do this every year, but that doesn’t mean it has lost its value. Try dining out somewhere unusual, like in a garden or on a boat. Transform the space with roses, candles, soft music and romantic light- ing, and adorn the table with an assortment of special foods and wines.
Find the right words: When words come from a sincere heart, it is almost impossible for someone to build a wall against them. Whatever you do to celebrate St Valentine’s Day, ensure you convey your feelings in words. If you are too shy to speak your deepest thoughts out loud, put them down in writing.
Look forward: Well, you don’t want things to end there, do you? Make plans for the future, establish or strengthen the rules of your relationship and work out how to make it even stronger.
RADISSON BLU ANCHORAGE HOTEL, LAGOS, VICTORIA ISLAND For those wishing to celebrate a romantic break away, Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel provides the perfect backdrop to spend your Valentine’s break with that someone special. You can give the occasion, and your loved one, all the romance and magic that’s required and desired! Spend your special moment in our mod-
ern five-star luxury hotel with spectacular views of the Lagos Lagoon, which will create a delicious sense of adventure and anticipation - but that’s just for starters. To find out more about our special Valentine’s Day packages, please contact us at +234 (0) 708 061 0000
L’EPICERIE FINE FOOD STORES “Convenience with no expenses spared” is the theme at L’epicerie this season. You can spoil your loved one with the delicious taste of pastries, sweet chocolates and the finest cakes, not to mention distinguished wines. Alternatively, take advantage of a package selected by you to make that person feel truly special. Regardless of your schedule or lifestyle, it will be a memorable Valentine. Why not call or visit L’epicerie to find out how we can help you create those memories. 21A Idowu Martins Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, Tel: 08051682728
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