It’s that time of the year, and romance is in the air. Every 14th of February, the day of the lovers arrives and right before that, we all start panicking about the best ways to showcase our love for Valentine’s Day. Whether you are trying to impress your date, rekindling lost love or reminiscing the long-lasting love, valentine’s day has always brought out the most romantic side in everyone.

That does not mean picking a gift comes easy. With everyone having different ideas of how to show love, picking the perfect gift can sometimes be extremely stressful. Worry not, if you’re in the Maldives, you’ve already got half of it covered by being in the most romantic destination one can dream of. And no matter which beautiful resort you’re located in, there’s going to be an abundance of romance taking over on the 14th of February.

But if you’re really looking to go that extra mile to show your partner how special they are to you, here are our top 5 things to do this Valentine’s Day to do that extra little something for the one you love.

01. Dinner for two

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Romantic dinners are one of the best parts that many look forward to on Valentine’s Day. Seen as a celebration of lovers’ day as well as the love you have for each other, sometimes there is no better gift than taking your partner out on a nice dinner.

Sometimes keeping it simple is the way to go. A beautiful romantic dinner by the ocean, with good food, listening to the waves crashing against the shore and the coconut palms dancing to the wind – what’s more romantic than that when you’re in the Maldives?

While you can choose to have your romantic dinner at a restaurant by the beach, to elevate your valentines date night, you can also have private dinners at a beautiful sandbank in the Maldives. A candle-lit dinner, away from everyone and everything else is truly one of the best ways to celebrate your romance this Valentine’s Day!

02. Beach Bubble

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What’s more romantic than sleeping under the stars? This Valentine’s Day, surprise your loved one with a little touch of modernised star-gazing at the Finolhu Beach bubble. Here, you get all the fun and excitement that come with spending a night under the stars, elevated to a whole other level.

This experience is the perfect gift for a partner whose love language is quality time. The bubble tent is located in the sandbank, letting you and your partner enjoy a romantic night away from everyone else.

This romantic sphere also brings you luxury and comfort as it features a double bed with the finest bed linen, wooden floors and its own shower.

In addition to spending a night under the stars, you and your partner can also enjoy a private beach BBQ for dinner and a special private breakfast the following morning.

Also read: 05 Night Time Experiences You Should Add to Your Bucket List in The Maldives

03. Underwater dining experience

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Nothing can impress someone like a romantic underwater dinner. Just imagine, you and your partner surrounded by nothing but the beautiful blue ocean, fishes and beautiful corals reminiscing the years you’ve spent together or talking about the future you are going to spend together.

Not only does an underwater dinner set the most romantic ambience, but when it comes to the Maldives, you’re sure to get the most delicious food paired with the best wine to create the perfect romantic date night with the breathtaking view underwater.

But rest assured, an underwater dining experience is going to be on the list for many looking to impress their date this Valentine, so we highly recommend booking as soon as possible for reservations.

The Maldives has only 7 underwater restaurants; H2O at You & Me Maldives, Only Blu at OBLU SELECT Lobigili & OBLU XPERIENCE Alifushi, Ithaa, Conrad Maldives Rangali Island, Undersea Hurawalhi Island Resort, SEA at Anantara Kihavah Maldives, SUBSIX at Niyama Private Islands, and M6m by OZEN LIFE MAADHOO.

So if you’re, looking to go on an underwater dining date, better check for availability now!

04. Movie under the stars

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For those who always loved enjoying movie nights as your go-to date-night activity, this valentine’s day re-live the beginning stages of your relationship by going on a romantic movie night.

This time, however, you won’t be seated in a theatre with hundreds of people. Have the best movie night of your life with your partner, seated at the beach or in the greenery, under the stars with nothing but you, your partner, nature and your favourite movie.

05. Relaxing with a couples massage

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While many people think Valentine’s Day has to be an extravagant affair, not everyone loves big gestures. For some, nothing says romance like a day dedicated to making them feel calm, stress-free and in touch with themselves and their partner.

For those who love unwinding and relaxing, a couples massage is the best gift you can get for your partner. Couples massages can make you feel more intimately connected to your partner as this bonding experience helps couples unwind and reset their emotions together.

Getting a massage with your partner would be the best way to literally have ‘love in the air’ as massages as your body releases oxytocin or the ‘love hormone’ leading to increased affection and stronger bonding.

Also read: How to Plan the Perfect Maldives Wedding

One thing you can add to your Valentine’s Day plans to go that extra mile is getting a photoshoot to remember your special valentine’s day spent in the Maldives. These romantic memories that are created with your special person are something you want to cherish and remember for a lifetime. If you’re looking to book a romantic photo session or plan your next romantic getaway, chat with our agents to make your Valentine’s Day an extra special affair!