Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. The pressure to give the perfect gift, however, can be enough to send men running to every jewelry shop in the city to find it so they can keep ‘her’ happy.

Men, and ladies, we’ve got news for you: Valentine’s Day isn’t about the gifts!

Valentine’s Day is the time of the year when couples who love one another are encouraged to carve out time for each other to create heartwarming memories that last a lifetime. The good news is, you can do this and choose the perfect gift for your loved one. Think massages—as in couple’s packages, or a day trip to the beach together, or even a bottle of their favorite wine and a private booth in your favorite restaurant.

But why should you focus on the experience instead of buying an expensive gift? And, is it really true that your significant other will appreciate it more if you give her the gift of experience instead of a sparkling new bracelet?

The answer is yes!

In today’s world, it is so common to see couples out on dates with their faces glued to their cell phone. Seriously, look around the next time you go out in public.

Needless to say, creating meaningful and lasting memories is becoming more difficult to achieve. The good news is, it can be done, and there is no better time to start doing it than this Valentine’s Day.

Taking time to nurture our relationships and to show one another that we care, is a rare gift these days. While no woman is going to say no to a pair of new diamond earrings, she will undoubtedly grow closer to you if you set up an evening just for the two of you. Making memories starts with setting the right mood and that begins with the right environment.

We previously mentioned the idea of a couple’s massage. Obviously, time spent alone together while getting a professional massage is not only relaxing, but can also be sensual for you two. At Vanilla Spa, we ask that couples turn off their cell phones or leave them at home, so they can fully immerse themselves in the experience. Our couple’s package allows you to relax, recharge, and reconnect.

Escaping life’s stresses is the number one ingredient in reigniting the flames of passion, and a massage is one of the best ways to do that.

For couples who’ve been together for years, a reconnect is precisely what is needed to remember why you fell in love in the first place. Between grocery shopping, work, paying bills, and attempting to build a social life, your relationship can fall through the cracks of daily life. An experience where you can spend quality time with one another again is not only enjoyable, it can also be precisely what you need to fall in love all over again.

Our spa helps this process along. For example, we offer a luxurious couple’s package that includes a massage and private balcony where no phones are allowed. Couples can enjoy uninterrupted, exquisite, and peaceful quality time together while relaxing. This is a gift that keeps giving well after the massage has ended and the day starts winding down.

In the end, most couples just want to spend more time with their loving and loyal significant other. Not just for selfish reasons, but also to rediscover their partner. They recognise the importance of reconnecting and exploring the nuances of their relationships. And Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to do that.

Fortunately, we also offering gift vouchers for couple’s massages and packages, so you can turn this holiday into an experience that focuses on you and your significant other, rather than the busyness of life.

Get back to what matters most, one another, and show each other how much you care this Valentine’s Day!