Valentine's Day

Love is all around Swest and we're planning a month of romantic delights.

[February 2007] Valentines Day is on 14 February and we're going all out to show you how fun and romantic it can be. We're not just celebrating Valentines Day, we're dedicating the whole month to keeping romance alive.

When it comes to shopping for a Valentine's Day gift, keep it simple, but elegant. We've got some great ideas of what to get and where you can get it.

If it sparkles, it'll be perfect. Simply Silver @ Chelsea House has the largest range of silver jewellery in the Helderberg area and their extensive range includes an exclusively designed Valentines collection.

There is simply nothing better than the smell of freshly cut flowers. Order your bouquet from the Rose Room and they'll have it ready for collection on Valentine's Day. And you don't have to stick to red roses, let the Rose Room create something completely different for you - it'll be absolutely exquisite.

When we think of love, we think of chocolates, so treat your Valentine to pure decadence with chocolate covered cherry's and other tempting delicacies from Dean's Temptations at Waterstone Village.

Get your groove on

The most exciting part about Valentine's Day is how you're going to impress or be impressed.

Why not try something different this Valentines?

An outride

Bel Monti Stables is hosting a Valentines outride for all horse lovers out there. Ride into the mountains and enjoy the breathtaking view, stop for a glass of sparkling wine and snacks - how much more romantic could it be?

A night at the theatre

The Playhouse Theatre hosts many locally produced theater productions.

A forest picnic

Treat yourself to a picnic in the Camphor forest at Vergelegen. Picnic baskets are available from the tennis pavilion at the Rose Garden from 12h00 - 14h00. Reservations must be made in advance. More info »

A wine tour

Take advantage of our beautiful countryside and spend the day tasting award winning wines at our local wineries including Lourensford, Vergelegen, Avontuur, Morgenster and many more. More info »

Wine and dine

And for an old favourite, wine and dine your Valentine. With our selection of first class restaurants, you are spoiled for choice. Most restaurants have a special Valentine's Day menu, so booking is essential. More info »

For even more ideas go to mydearvalentine.com