Valentine's Day 2010
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In a few days it is St. Valentine’s again. Lovers express their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery, and sending greeting cards. On St. Valentine’s Day restaurants do especially play a major role. Valentine’s special menus can be found in practically every eatery across the country.
A dinner with the sharks is one of the most original offers you may happen to find. At the Genoa Aquarium, lovers can enjoy an amazing meal a few metres away from a shark swimming in a big tank. The offer also includes a drink in the Sala dei Moli Antichi and a guided visit through the centre. Information can be found at www.acquariodigenova.it.
A medieval atmosphere featuring theme music and performances is offered at the Antico Ospedale Bigallo. The amazing scenario is that of the Florentine hills. Information can be found at www.sanvalentinomedievale.it.
Milan’s Teatro Alla Scala proposes Mozart’s Don Giovanni, one of the greatest opera masterpieces. The unstoppable energy of the Great Seducer continues to hold audiences through the ages. It is staged by Peter Mussback and conducted by Louis Langré. Information can be found at www.ilsipariomusicale.com.
A very original Valentine’s can be experienced at Bolzano’s Rifugio Bella Vista. You can spend your special night in an igloo at 3000 metres of height. The offer – continuing for the whole winter season – includes overnight stay, night meal, and breakfast (145,00 euro per person). Information available at http://www.goldenerose.it/it/rifugio-bellavista/
The historical figure of Giacomo Casanova is evoked at Castello di Spessa di Capriva. This historical residence in the district of Gorizia hosted the famous adventurer during the 18th century. The offer “Weekend Casanova” comprises two gourmet meals, wine tasting and the use of a Piaggio Vespa to explore the lands surrounding the castle (240,00 Euros with overnight stay at the castle; 190,00 Euros if you stay at the Tavernetta). Find information at www.paliwines.com.
In Rome, the Hell’s Grill – together with Birra Ceres – organizes a night event featuring music, foods and drinks, and various performances. Information can be found on 0644252446 or at www.hellsgrill.it.
But Valentine’s Day is not just about foods. A tailor made song is one of the trendiest Valentine’s ideas. A few euros are all you need to get a group of songwriters to compose lyrics for your special one. All information can be found at www.canzonisumisura.it.
At Carpineti, in the district of Reggio Emilia, the St. Valentine Hot Air Balloon Festival takes place from 13 to 21 February, for those who want to experience the wonder and romance of ballooning over a wonderful scenery. Ride tickets are 130 Euros each. Information are available in Carpineti’s official website.
At Terni, the Cioccolentino chocolate festival 2010 is held. As every year, a range of activities revolving around chocolate will animate the lovely Umbrian town. Find information at www.cioccolentino.com.
“Verona in Love” has become a tradition for the city of Romeo and Juliet. The town centre turns itself into a big stage hosting a range of performances and activities. “The Cara Giulietta” contest is one of the day’s highlights. Love letters coming from anywhere in the world compete for the final victory. The following performances are also held: Kurt Weill’s ballet based on Brecht’s booklet “The Threepenny Opera”, “Cara Giulietta Masina” by Compagnia Le Petit Pas and “La natura morta e l’amore”, by RBR Company. Find information at www.veronainlove.com.
In Cava dei Tirreni, from 4 to 14 February, a photography exhibition offers an overview of the most unforgettable kissing scenes in the history of cinema.
St. Valentine’s is not a time for couples only. Singles parties and ideas are offered in many places around Italy. Rome’s Speed Date Valentine Party seems one of the best offer for singles. It takes place at the Vogue, in Piazzale Stadio Olimpico, from 9.00pm.
Finally, art enthusiasts will certainly enjoy the Ministry of Culture’s offer “Innamorati dell’Arte” entitling couples to access museums, monuments and archaeological sites at half the normal price on 13-14 February. Visit www.beniculturali.it for more information.
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