Giving the gift of time: the value of being together
In a daily life marked by routine, work and rushing around, one of the most valuable gifts is shared time. Planning something together, without interruptions, becomes a very powerful way to celebrate true love.
A weekend getaway, a night away from home or simply a different plan helps you reconnect, talk and enjoy yourselves without distractions. It’s not so much about the destination as it is about the experience of getting away from the usual and doing something together as a couple.
Adventurous experiences as a Valentine’s Day gift
La Garganta offers you the chance to give original, beautiful and unique Valentine’s Day gifts in one of Spain’s most impressive natural settings, so that this special day can be celebrated, but also remembered. What’s more, they have a key advantage: they can be enjoyed whenever suits you best, without the pressure of a specific date.
Isn’t zip-lining down a 35-metre-long cable with your partner while doing the El Chorro via ferrata a great combination of adrenaline, trust and love? What about crossing Caminito del Rey suspension bridge hand in hand or enjoying a bike ride together? These are just some of the experiences we invite you to enjoy with your favourite person.
These are different kinds of plans that help you reconnect, talk and enjoy yourselves without distractions. It’s not so much about the destination as it is about the experience of stepping outside your comfort zone and doing something together as a couple.
Romantic getaways: stays in natural surroundings
If you’re looking to take the experience to the next level and give one of the most original Valentine’s Day gifts, sleeping away from home, changing your surroundings and breaking with your daily routine is an incredible option, as you’ll be able to spend time together without worrying about anything, just enjoying yourselves.
What’s more, La Garganta Hotel has a special offer for couples, where you can book one or two nights in a room decorated for the occasion, with chocolates, candles, cava and the option of romantic rooms with a jacuzzi.
La Garganta Hotel is located in the surroundings of El Chorro and the Desfiladero de los Gaitanes Natural Park, one of the most impressive areas in the province of Malaga, offering you the opportunity to explore the beauty of the surroundings together, as well as the famous Caminito del Rey.
Tasting Menu: Gastronomy as a way to celebrate love
Sharing a good meal has always been a way to bring people together. A special dinner, a menu designed for the occasion, or a carefully crafted gastronomic experience can be the perfect Valentine’s Day gift.
La Garganta Restaurant invites you to celebrate love every day. However, on 14th February, it is preparing a tasting menu to share for Valentine’s Day to celebrate TRUE LOVE, which includes:
- Wine pairing
- Three starters
- A fish main course
- A meat main course
- Dessert
- Drinks included
This really gives you the opportunity to break out of your routine and enjoy a very special getaway, where you will experience the best combination of love and flavour for a romantic evening in a privileged setting.
Original Valentine’s Day gifts
Personalised love letter
The power of words should not be underestimated. Write a personalised love letter expressing your deepest feelings. Avoid clichés and focus on special anecdotes that have marked your relationship. A handwritten letter can be the most meaningful gift, and all you need is paper and a pen.
Or say it in a unique way, for example, with a bottle of wine, a path of petals and candles, and, at the end, a message: ‘Every day of my life. Happy Valentine’s Day.’ Rooms with a jacuzzi, but also duplexes, with views, with a terrace, others with a bathtub and others with an extra-large bed and vintage décor. In any of them, we will decorate your special night. Personalised and unique!
Take a stroll through the relationship
There are no better Valentine’s Day gifts than reliving special moments by revisiting the places that have witnessed your love.
Some of the places you can visit are: where you met, your first date, or any other meaningful place. You’re sure to realise how your relationship has grown as you enjoy the walk and each other’s company. You could even go hiking in Málaga.
Romantic film session
Create a cinema experience at home with films you enjoy or that have special meaning. Prepare popcorn, settle down on the sofa with blankets, and enjoy a marathon of your favourite films.
Custom Playlist
One of the most innovative Valentine’s Day gifts is to create a playlist with songs that have been meaningful in your relationship. Include songs that remind you of special moments or that you simply enjoy together. You can create them on a streaming platform and then enjoy listening to them together, or separately to keep the other person in mind.
Interesting facts about Valentine’s Day
In other countries, Cupid has other ways of manifesting himself. Did you know that in the US and England it is traditional to exchange cards? They buy beautiful cards on which they write a message of love or friendship. In Ecuador, in addition to flowers and chocolates, they also accompany lovers’ dinners with serenades. How romantic! In Denmark and Norway, it is customary for men to send funny poems to women anonymously. If the woman guesses who the message is from, she wins an Easter egg; if she doesn’t guess, she has to give it to him. How curious! In Colombia, Valentine’s Day is celebrated on the third weekend of September.
What is clear is that love is always present, whether here, on the other side of the world, in February or at the end of summer. The important thing is to share it and add moments together. That’s a good gift.
Consider Valentine’s Day gifts and gestures that go beyond the material. Shared experiences have the power to strengthen emotional bonds and create lasting memories. Whether it’s through a love letter, a romantic home-cooked dinner or a stay at the Hotel La Garganta, what matters is the time and attention you devote to your loved one.
Remember, love is best celebrated when it is shared authentically. Make this Valentine’s Day in Malaga a unique and unforgettable experience!
