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Romantic Date Ideas
A candlelit dinner at home or at a restaurant is probably the first thing to spring to mind when you think of romance, but there are plenty of other options, depending on exactly what you're after.

Keeping it Simple
You can enjoy a romantic event almost anytime. If you're stuck at home with no babysitter, or just fancy a quiet night in, why not buy or rent a romantic video to watch with a bottle of wine or a box of chocolates? Turn the lights down low and enjoy the romance. Here are a few movie suggestions:

Romeo and Juliet - this one stars Leonardo de Caprio and Claire Danes in an unconventional adaptation of Shakespeare.

Casablanca is the definitive 'love will conquer all' romantic masterpiece, starring Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman. A guaranteed winner for a romantic film experience.

Westside Story - This 1961 version of the Stephen Sondheim-Leonard Bernstein musical won ten Oscars. A classic translation of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, it includes such famous numbers as "Maria", "Tonight", "Something's Coming" and "I Like To Be In America".

Gone with the Wind - Vivien Leigh and Clarke Gable take centre stage in this epic tale of plantation life during the American Civil War. This is probably the classic love story of all time.

Sleepless in Seattle is a more light-hearted tale. The story uses the romantic notion that if two people are made for each other, destiny will draw them together ... eventually. A Christmas-based tale, so perhaps not one for the summer...

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The Bodyguard - Famous celebrity falls for hunky bodyguard, with some great music (including "I WIll Always Love You" and "I Have Nothing"). The Bodyguard has it all: suspense, thrills, romance, peril, and passion. Not forgetting Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner. Or if they are all too sentimental for you, don the DJ/evening gown, mix the martinis and watch a Bond film - how about From Russia with Love or The Spy Who Loved Me?

Be Entertained
Around Valentine's Day there are plenty of opportunities for going out as a couple. Local restaurants and hotels lay on all manner of events - check your local paper to see what's on.

How about theatre tickets? Romeo and Juliet is the classic example, but there are plenty of other plays and shows with a romantic twist.

If money is no object, there are a huge number of experiences available which are perfect for the romantic. Not many of us can afford a weekend in Hawaii, but hey, why not look at travel agents' last-minute deals anyway? A champagne balloon flight is a marvellous experience (though not for those with a fear of heights!).

The winter is in many ways the best time for this, as you can fly during the day, whereas in summer flights are either very early in the morning or late in the evening. Offset that against the temperature.

Book a room at your favourite local hotel after a dinner out go back to your room and order a special desert from room service.

Something Different

If candlelit dinners, films, theatres and weekends away aren't original enough, here are some other ideas:

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Walk along the beach - even in winter this can be romantic, especially on a west coast when the sun is setting.
Wildlife Park or zoo - make sure they have your partner's favourite animal there.
Museum or art gallery - have a gentle stroll around, just enjoying each other's company in the quiet atmosphere.
Go racing - have fun at the track and make a few small bets on your favourite horses. Who knows you may come up a winner.

The most important thing is that you spend quality time together, having fun!

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