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Some great Valentines Day date ideas by Amyna Dosani

Don't settle for another romantic movie. Take advantage of some great specials Granada has to offer!

Today, for Día de San Valentin (Valentine’s Day), don’t just settle for another romantic movie. For those looking for excellent granadino date ideas, here are some less cliché suggestions for you and your hubby.

1. Relax and rejuvenate yourselves with a sensual spa day, courtesy of Sol y Agua, a spa in the centre of Granada. Choose from one of three special San Valentin deals for couples, at 48€, 80€, and 98€ per couple. You can also opt for the Tratamiento Frutal de Granada, a treatment using pomegranates, which are not only the namesake of Granada but also a known aphrodisiac. Another option is the Tratamiento Corporal de Jazmín, which stimulates sexual desire as well. Both cost 40€ per person. Visit http://www.solyaguagranada.es/ for more information.

2. When stuck in a rut, look no further than the nearest ayuntamiento! Just ride the taxi in Granada anytime today and the driver will give you a postcard. Then hop over to an ayuntamiento, where they will reward you with a large, heart-shaped lollipop, a perfect addition to a bouquet of flowers.

They are also hosting a contest, called “El rincón más romántico de Granada.” Can you and your hubby find the most romantic place in the city? When you do, take up to four photos together, friend Granada Turismo on Facebook and post your pictures under the title “Mi lugar más romántico en Granada,” tagging Granada Turismo in them. While the contest is ongoing until 20 Feb., what could be more romantic than snapping a picture on Día de San Valentin? Find out more at http://www.granadatur.com.

3. You may have already visited the Alhambra in the daytime, but nothing is more romantic than a breathtaking view of Granada from the Palacios Nazaríes or the gardens at night. You will have to purchase special nighttime tickets at La Caixa or http://www.servicaixa.com.

4. Nothing says sensual like a beautiful, emotional flamenco performance. Le Chien Andalou on Carrera del Darro hosts various flamenco shows every night, and tonight they will be hosting “Noche Inédita,” featuring various flamenco artists singing, dancing and on the guitar. The cost is 6€ to enter. For more information, visit http://www.granadatur.com or http://www.lechienandalou.com.

5. If you’ll be getting hungry from all of the excitement, make reservations at Saffron Restaurante and Gastrobar. Tonight, they are serving a special, luxurious multi-course meal for couples to share for 49.95€. See http://saffronrestaurante.blogspot.com/ for more information. For comfort food lovers, request a delicious heart-shaped pizza from Hola Pizza. Call 21. 958 287 811 or visit http://www.holapizzametro.es.