If you have ever planned a romantic Valentine’s Day date, you’ve probably heard, “Sorry, we’re all booked” more than a few times. Waiting too late to make reservations can make your dining and entertainment options dwindle – fast.
With this year’s Love Day falling on a Saturday, it is especially important to put your name in early at the First Coast’s most popular Valentine’s Day destinations. Here are some popular reservation-only options that are running fantastic V-day specials. Reserve your spot today!
Couple’s Spa Package: The Spa at World Golf Village has a Valentine Special that is hard to pass up! Call now to reserve a couple’s (or individual) massage for 15% off! The offer is valid February 13-15. Call the Spa at 940-7800 for your reservation.
Special Valentine’s Vittles & Vino VIP Carriage Tour: For $129 per person, the three-hour food and wine tour will include food tastings from St. Augustine’s specialty food shops and eateries as well as delicious boutique wines, and views of the town’s beautiful historic streets.
St. Augustine Distillery Valentine’s Day Romantic Cocktail Class: Sip and learn at this unique Valentine’s Day experience at the St. Augustine Distillery! Guests will enjoy a welcome cocktail, an hour-and-a-half cocktail class, ingredients and instructions for making romantic cocktails, assorted hors d’oeuvres and locally made fine chocolates. The distillery is offering two classes at a cost of $60 per person. Visit their website to reserve your spot.
Dinner at 95 Cordova: The fine dining restaurant has a Moroccan/Spanish influence and lots of charm – perfect for a Valentine’s Day dinner! Cordova is offering a four-course Prix Fixe menu with a choice of salad, soup, entree and dessert for $89. Visit OpenTable.com to place your reservation.
Dinner at Ruth’s Chris: Head to the luxurious Ponte Vedra Beach eatery for its Valentine’s Day special, which includes a 6 oz. filet and twin lobster tails for $48.95. Head to OpenTable.com for your reservation.
Dinner & Music at Medure’s: Also located in Ponte Vedra Beach, Medure’s is featuring a Valentine’s tasting menu, a five-course, chef-created dinner with wine pairings for each course and a very special chocolate dessert. Live jazz is also on the menu for the evening! Call 543-3797 or click here to snag your table.
Valentine’s Day Sunset Sail: Come aboard the Schooner Freedom in St. Augustine and enjoy a two-hour romantic sail, including complimentary drinks (soda, wine and beer) and warm blankets. The Schooner Freedom, a 72′ authentic 19th-century blockade runner, is the perfect way to see the sun set on Valentine’s Day! The cost is $45 per person. Call (904) 810-1010 or visit them online.