Travel Tuesday: 4 Valentine’s Day adventures to spark romance
Tired of the candy, flowers and romantic dinners? Valentine’s Day adventures spark romance for adventurous couples.
Valentine’s Day is often a big celebration. Romance is on everyone’s mind. But, not everyone associates romance with candy, flowers or a romantic evening out. Valentine’s Day adventures can be wonderful choice for adventurous couples. From helicopter adventures to nature escapes, these special activities can be a spark for romance long after Feb. 14.
Helicopter ride
While many people have traveled in a plane to various locations, soaring high in a helicopter is a totally different experience. Many large cities have helicopter tours. One helicopter tour in Florida offers an extreme helicopter tour.
Beachside Helicopter, located in Merritt Island, Florida, offers an adrenaline tour. With the doors removed, the helicopter soars around Cocoa Beach, Florida. From the moment the helicopter begins to hover, your heart is pounding. During the 16-mile trip, the helicopter banks, hovers and even makes a classic Magnum P.I. move over the ocean.
This unique adventure is definitely a thrilling one.
Valentine’s Day adventures, Central Florida Nature Adventures, photo provided by Visit Orlando
Kayak tour
Exploring nature can be a new adventure every time out. Kayaking around Florida’s rivers, lakes and even inlets can bring some big surprises. Central Florida Nature Adventures has several kayak tours for Valentine’s Day. Both experienced and newbies can find a kayak tour that is perfect for them. During the guided tour, participants can see lots of Florida wildlife like otters, hawks, wild pigs and maybe even a monkey. Who knew Central Florida had all those animals out in the wild? Theme parks have nothing on real life adventures.
Valentine’s Day adventures, Wild Florida Airboat Tours , photo provided by Visit Orlando
Airboat Adventure
What’s lurking under the water? Could a gator’s eyes emerge from that murky water? An airboat tour could get the heart pumping and your valentine jumping into your arms. Wild Florida Airboat Tours offers a special Wild Valentine tour just for the day of love. From Feb. 12 through Feb. 18, the adventure seekers can set off on a sunset airboat tour and stroll through the gator park afterwards. Did you know that gators can jump?
Valentine’s Day adventures, Orlando Eye, photo provided by Visit Orlando
Love in the sky
As night falls over the City Beautiful, a love is in the sky at the Orlando Eye. Unless you’re afraid of heights, this special Valentine’s Day package can be a lovely way to spend a quiet moment gazing across the city. From the top of the Orlando Eye, visitors can see great distances. Sometimes you might even see some fireworks from the local theme parks.
For Valentine’s Day, the Love is in the Air package provides romantics a private capsule. As they head to the front of the line, the couple is presented with a long-stemmed rose, chocolates and a glass of champagne (non-alcoholic option is also available). Even if the couple only has eyes for each other, the special occasion could set the tone for romance. The package ranges from $110 to $90 depending on beverage choice.
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Skip the traditional Valentine’s Day dinner this year. Valentine’s Day adventures could be the romantic spark that you will remember for years to come.