Northern CA Getaway Ideas for Mom & Dad on Valentine’s

Chef Albrecht will be preparing a three Course meal for $70.00, with wine pairing $105.00; a la carte available. Artist michael leclerc ,who recorded a five song album released this past year with Platinum/Gold Producer Jim Wirt (Incubus, Fiona Apple, Live, Hoobastank) will be playing during service.

Sweet tooths beware! B Restaurant & Bar Oakland will be serving up a special four-course chocolate-inspired dinner for two for the holiday in addition to their regular a la carte menu on Tuesday, February 14. To start, diners will enjoy a Bitter Dutchess Cocktail with Pedro Ximenez Sherry, rum, rosemary and chocolate bitters followed by Citrus Roasted Chioggia Beets with garam masala, bitter sweet chocolate "dirt", red beet hummus, and pickled county line farms puntarella; Coffee Roasted Short Ribs with Sauce Mole served with sweet potato gratin, truffles, and king trumpet & beech mushrooms; and for dessert, a choice of Chocolate-Praline Tart, Chocolate Panna Cotta, or Chocolate Polenta Cake. This special menu will be offered at $50 per person. Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling 510.251.8770.

One night accommodation with upgrade to Harbor View. Hillside Cottage with balcony or Jr. Suite for an additional $50, upon availability. Aphrodisiac Gift basket (Sparkling Wine, figs, honey, almonds, chocolate.) 'Massage 101' whereby both guests receive a mini lesson on how to give a professional massage using proper techniques (basic), pressure, correct body mechanics - for 30-minutes each. Then they each have their own massage by a therapist. Guests also receive a certain percentage off the package based on the number of years they have been married (marriage cert. required.) Total cost: $499, valid February 10-20.

Chocolate-Covered Valentine’s Getaway at the Camellia Inn - For the ultimate chocolate-loving couple. Includes: three nights, King w/fireplace and two-person whirlpool tub, romantic dinner for two, bottle of wine, chocolate for breakfast, chocolate and wine-pairing, chocolate afternoon treats, chocolate port in the evening, chocolate shop tour, and more. Valid for booking on Feb 12-14; $950 including taxes - more than $150 in savings.

It's time to slip away with the one you love most of all and celebrate Valentine's Day with a romantic retreat. Indulge in a spa day in the couples suite that boasts a private steam shower, a roaring fireplace and private treetop patio, reserve an intimate table for two at the Lodge Restaurant, or spend a precious lazy day snuggled in your suite away from the rush of the world. Be a hero this Valentine's Day and create a memory that shows how much you really do care. Book Now and Enjoy a Free Night on us! The COZY CARMEL PACKAGE features: * Stay 2 nights and get the 3rd night complimentary! * A spacious suite featuring a cozy fireplace, deep soaking tub and a private treetop patio * Minimum 3-night consecutive stay

Cavallo Point Lodge is an upscale getaway nestled in the Marin headlands and features panoramic views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Rooms and suites are located in both historic Colonial Revival buildings and new contemporary buildings. The lodge's Murray Circle restaurant offers a casual luxury setting with fireplaces throughout. • Ultimate Date Night package: * One night's accommodation for two in select historic or contemporary rooms * $100 dining credit for dinner at Murray Circle restaurant (not applicable toward alcohol or gratuities) * $60 breakfast credit for Murray Circle or room service * Valet overnight parking * Morning yoga class * Access to the spa and meditation pool • Rates start at $440, including all taxes and fees. This package is available throughout the year, excluding holidays.

Epicurean Winter Romance Package at Dry Creek Inn Best Western - package includes a luxury Tuscan room with jacuzzi tub and fireplace; special in-room massage rates and restaurant discount; rates start at $89/person; valid select dates in February.

Friday Night Guest Sommelier, Feb 10 - Acclaimed Sonoma County winemakers offer diners complimentary tastes of their wine and tips on pairing it with dinner at Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen. 6 Course Gala Dinner $99 per Guest $178 With Wine Pairings. Offered Friday, February 10th Through Tuesday, February 14th

Our little inn is a great getaway for moms & dads who want to leave the kids at home! We do a five course gourmet dinner in the evening with wine service, plus a full gourmet breakfast. Did I mention that we're on an island in the middle of San Francisco Bay and our guests are staying in an active lighthouse? Yep, it's totally unique.

Cuddle up by the fire with flutes of champagne while watching the waves meet the beach at Elk Cove Inn & Spa. For the inn's February Romantic Getaway, guests can stay two nights in an oceanfront accommodation and receive half off all additional nights. The special includes a complimentary silver champagne tray with strawberries and chocolates upon arrival. The special is valid February 1-29, 2012, excluding holiday weekends.

This Valentine's Day, treat a loved one (or be treated) to an unforgettable evening. We're serving a delectable Valentine's Menu from Tuesday, February 7, through Saturday, February 18.The restaurant will be offering a special 7-course tasting menu available for $95 the entire week. In addition to the evening's holiday menu, the restaurant will be partnering with the Prescott Hotel in their Heart's on Fire Package. The package, starting at $279 will include deluxe accommodations for two in a deluxe suite, elegant candlelight or fireside four-course dinner for two prepared by Chef Michael, bottle of champagne on ice and a fresh bouquet of flowers.

The $499 "How Do I Love Thee - Let Me Count Five Ways" package offers the chance to entice, tempt, fulfill and indulge your partner and make it the complete experience of a night at Hotel Shattuck Plaza and FIVE. The package includes: * One-night stay in one of Hotel Shattuck Plaza's Suite * Candle-light dinner for two at FIVE * Choice of two FIVE Valentine's Day themed Cocktails * A dozen red roses * Guaranteed late checkout at 3 p.m. The $499 Valentine's Day "How Do I Love Thee - Let Me Count Five Ways" package is available from February 10 -16, 2012.

Hotel Valencia Santana has created a Valentine's Day package and special dinner in honor of the month of love: *St. Valentine's Day Package - A Perfect Escape* The Perfect Escape Weekend Package includes a stylish guest room for two, a bottle of sparkling wine, dark chocolate-covered strawberries, in-room continental breakfast for two the next morning. WHEN: Available February 10, 11, 17 & 18, 2012 COST: Rates start at $259 per night. RESERVATIONS: To book, call toll free 866.842.0100 and mention the Valentine's Day package. *Savor the Evening – Valentine’s Day Dinner* Indulge in a special Valentine’s Day dining experience at Citrus restaurant, located lobby level. Complimentary champagne toast included. WHEN: Tuesday, February 14 at 7pm COST: $160 per couple, exclusive of tax & gratuity RESERVATIONS: To make a reservation, please call 408.423.5405.

Chef Ben Mattman will be preparing a three course prix fixe menu for $69 for the evening. The guests will have a choice of an appetizer ( heirloom beet salad, kushi oysters, or thai spiced Dungeness crab bisque), a main course (pan seared halibut with butter poached lobster, pepper seared filet mihnon, roasted natural chicken breast or butternut squash tortolloni) and to top it all off the guest will have the option of chocolate fondue or a California cheese selection.

Kenwood respectfully has a no-children policy, which enhances the serene, romantic nature of this special property. There's hardly anything more romantic than a getaway to this luxe Sonoma Inn and gift certificate are available for purchase online. • Tucked away amongst the vineyards, between Santa Rosa and the town of Sonoma, Kenwood is a true jewel with gorgeous grounds, resplendent with fruit trees, rosemary bushes and climbing vines that create a breathtakingly verdant landscape. • This Tuscan villa-inspired resort has twenty-nine rooms each with private entrances, fireplaces, plush Italian linens, soaking tubs and notably, no in-room televisions (just CD players) for maximum relaxation. The property also boasts three heated saline pools, a wine bar highlighting boutique, local wineries from sommelier Ann Davis, a guests-only restaurant serving farm-fresh, Italian-inspired cuisine created by new Executive Chef Steven Snook (fresh from the kitchens of Chef Gordon Ramsay) and an award-winning spa for both pampering and results-oriented treatments using vinotherapy and A-list products and therapies. • The Kenwood Inn and Spa is a must-visit destination for local, regional and worldwide visitors, who are unvaryingly impressed by the Kenwood Inn's lavish pampering.

For Valentine's Day 2012, Chef Russell Jackson will be serving a decadent five-course menu for $89. With stunning water views, the restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a romantic dinner.

The Monterey Bay Aquarium offers Romance Tours & Experiences, geared toward couples that may want to "pop the question" (or, for moms and dads, pop the question AGAIN as a way to renew their love for one another): http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/efc/efc_programs/romance.aspx. Note that details are not provided online so that the Aquarium can explore the possibilities one-on-one, including one option with a private ocean-view room, with champagne and treats, in which to pledge their mutual love, or an elegant breakfast in front of our Kelp Forest exhibit; and several that include behind-the-scenes tours of favorite exhibits. Rates: Vary, from $100 to $4,400, depending on the experience selected.

Plan a romantic getaway to the oceanfront Monterey Bay Inn and Monterey Bay Aquarium. On Valentine's Day Tuesday, February 14, 2012, we are featuring an exclusive Monterey Bay Aquarium romance package.Spend the night in a harbor view room and enjoy complimentary continental breakfast delivered to your room. Then stroll down the street to the Aquarium for a romance themed tour and lunch on Valentine's Day. On this special adult-only romance tour you'll go behind the scenes and learn about romance under the sea. From otters to octopus we'll share our favorite stories about how ocean animals choose their mates- then go for a special sneak peek behind the scenes of our jellies exhibits. The romance continues as you enjoy an ocean-view table in the Monterey Bay Aquarium restaurant. The prix fixe lunch menu includes a choice of first course, entrée and dessert and a celebratory beverage, includes tax and service charge. Rate: $395 or $465, depending on whether it's an ocean-view room.

A delicious, relaxing and beautiful destination year-round, Nick's Cove has been a local institution for more than 80 years on the West Marin County coastline. It is surrounded by tranquil waters, sandy ecological beaches, abundant wildlife and views of the rolling hills across the Tomales Bay. • Nick’s Cove is known for its sustainable and locally-focused cuisine that showcases the bounty of the West Marin Coast. There is going to be a special menu at Nick's Cove for the week of Valentine's Day prepared by Executive Chef Austin Perkins which combines classic dishes with a playful creativity inspired by the seasons, local coastline and the abundance of small farms and neighboring creameries. One of the most romantic aspects of Nick’s Cove is its fully stocked oyster bar that showcases several varieties of local Tomales Bay oysters. • For parents wishing to stay the night, a new “Nick’s Loves Love Package” is available throughout February, offering a way to spend a romantic getaway complete with impressive food, local wine and plush accommodations. • The “Nick’s Loves Love Package” is available for any of the Nick’s Cove waterview Cottages. For $425 per night Sunday-Thursday or $525 per night Friday and Saturday, guests will enjoy: • Overnight accommodations in a luxurious water-view cottage An in-room couples’ massage BBQ oysters delivered upon arrival Complimentary continental breakfast for two delivered to the cottage in the morning with the San Francisco Chronicle • Package price is based on double-occupancy, does not include gratuity for the massage.

This Valentine's Day, Moonraker invites guests to reserve a romantic overstuffed leather booth to watch the sunset over the waves and enjoy a decadent four-course tasting menu filled with aphrodisiacs from Chef Yeafoli. The Steve Nelson Jazz Ensemble will play throughout the night. Four-courses are available at $79/person; Sommelier's wine pairings are available for an additional $29 per person (excluding tax and gratuity). Seatings are available from 4:30 - 9:30 p.m. Reservations are highly recommended and can be made by calling (650) 557-7025.

The Valentine's Special at the Old Monterey Inn includes a one night stay, roses and truffles upon arrival, evening wine and hors d' oeuvres, and a fireside gourmet breakfast in the privacy of the guests' room. Prices start at $199 and are subject to availability.

The Prescott Hotel and it's restaurant, Postrio, have teamed up to create a romantic evening. The "Hearts on Fire Package" starting at $279 is Valid February 10, 2012 through February 19, 2012 and includes: • Deluxe accommodations for two in a deluxe suite • Elegant Candlelight or Fireside Four-Course Dinner for Two • Bottle of champagne on ice • Fresh bouquet of flowers

Winter Farm to Table Dinner and Wine Class at Quivira Vineyard & Winery, Feb 11 from 4pm-8pm - Upscale seasonal farm to table dinner with local chef; exclusive wine-blending session with highly-respected winemaker Hugh Chappelle; $125 per person

Wild Jungle Love - Valentine's Day Romantic Safari! Drive your sweetheart crazy...we're putting on our 10th annual Rumble in the Jungle! Saturday, February 11, 2012 Safari Sex Tour: 3:00pm Package Includes: 2:00pm - Chocolate and Wine Reception 3:00pm - Safari Sex Tour Cost: $90 Per Person Adults only - Reservations a must! We can only accommodate 90 adults on the sex tour - so, please book early - we don't want to disappoint anyone! This hot ticket begins with a wine and chocolate reception followed by a safari in an open-air vehicle among some of the world's most exotic creatures. Pile into an open-air safari vehicle and drive out among some of the world's most exotic and enthralling creatures for a wild safari tour led by Safari West's animal experts as they probe the revealing "Ins and Outs" of Wildlife courtship. You'll learn intimate details about the mating habits of African mammals and birds including Bongo, Giraffe, Eland, Wildebeest, Gazelle, Zebra, Warthog, Cheetah and more! When a male warthog wants to attract a female, he does a courtship "chant" of rhythmic grunts that sounds like an engine in need of a tune-up. Yes, love is in the air! You'll even discover amazing facts about domestic animals and insects, like the common fruit fly, which has the longest sperm of any living creature. The Flamingo Hotel has specials. http://www.safariwest.com/wildjungle/ and http://www.flamingoresort.com/

Guests can enjoy the beautiful new Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar, residing in the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, for a delicious Valentine's Day dinner running from February 10-14th. The four course pre-fix menu features delicious local seafood and wine pairings, $130 per couple / $170 per couple with wine (tax and gratuity not included). Suspended over the waters of Monterey Bay, Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar is in the ideal location for celebrating the Central Coast and the spectacular ocean front region.

Plan a romantic Monterey Bay getaway to the Spindrift Inn and Monterey Bay Aquarium. On Valentine's Day Tuesday, February 14, 2012, we are featuring an exclusive Monterey Bay Aquarium romance package. Spend the night in an ocean or Cannery Row view room at the Spindrift Inn. Enjoy complimentary silver tray continental breakfast service, afternoon wine and cheese reception along with a romance themed tour and lunch at the Aquarium on Valentine's Day. On this special adult-only romance tour you'll go behind the scenes and learn about romance under the sea. From otters to octopus we'll share our favorite stories about how ocean animals choose their mates- then go for a special sneak peek behind the scenes of our jellies exhibits. The romance continues as you enjoy an ocean-view table in the Monterey Bay Aquarium restaurant. The prix fixe lunch menu includes a choice of first course, entrée and dessert and a celebratory beverage, tax and service charge included. Rate: $375 or $465, depending on whether it's an ocean-view room.

Saturday, February 11th 5-course Valentine's Day Dinner Includes 1/2 bottle of Champagne per couple $125 per guest, plus tax and gratuity. Optional wine pairing available, $55 per guest. Served from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Red rose for the ladies and one chocolate box per couple. Full a la carte menu available Sunday, February 12th Sunday Brunch with Chocolate Lover's Dessert and Champagne Room $118 per guest, plus tax and gratuity. Three seatings: 10 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Dinner 5-course Valentine's Day Dinner Includes 1/2 bottle of Champagne per couple, $125 per guest, plus tax and gratuity. Optional wine pairing available, $55 per guest Served from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Red rose for the ladies and one chocolate box per couple. Full a la carte menu available Valentine's Day, Tuesday, February 14th, 5-course Valentine's Day Dinner includes 1/2 bottle of Champagne per couple, $125 per guest, plus tax and gratuity. Optional wine pairing available, $55 per guest Served from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Red rose for the ladies and one chocolate box per couple.

Valentine's Day: Our signature restaurant, Manzanita created by renowned chef Traci Des Jardins will be offering a $85.00 prefix menu with wine pairing at $120.00 per person. The package will include a rose for the ladies, in addition to a champagne toast. In addition the restaurant will be offering an A La Carte menu that evening.

Parallel 37 Valentine's Day Dinner - February 14, 2012 - Seating begins at 5:30 p.m. Experience an unforgettable Valentine’s Day with Chef Ron Siegel’s special six-course menu at the newly-opened Parallel 37. Chef Siegel hand picks with love the freshest ingredients found along the geographic latitude of the San Francisco Bay Area for his tantalizing menu. Each couple will receive two different menus for a playful sharing experience. $125 per guest; $79 for wine pairing. Seatings begin at 5:30 p.m. Six-course and bar menu offered only on this evening. For reservations, please visit www.parallel37sf.com or call (415) 773-6168.

Sweethearts who want to escape on a romantic getaway to the mountains this Valentine's Day weekend will fall in love with a Mammoth Lakes lodging package at The Village Lodge. Whether couples want to admire the blush of alpenglow on the peaks at sunrise or rest under the starry-eyed gaze of the clear mountain sky, the alpine environment and winter wonderland provides the perfect location to connect with a loved one. The package, starting at $1,499, includes two night's accommodations in a luxurious one-bedroom condominium in The Village, the weekends before or after Valentine's Day, the nights of February 10 & 11 or 17 & 18. Couples will be pampered to the max with a couple's massage, a champagne sleigh ride, cross-country ski or snowshoe lessons, and lift tickets for two. Must book by Feb. 9 based on availability. In the evening, couples enjoy a champagne reception followed by a luxury snowcat ride high on Mammoth Mountain to Parallax at 9,600 feet where a delicious Chef's Table will be offered. The day ends with a hot drawn bath turndown with a choice of bath salts or oils each night. Romance package guests also will have access to their own personal mountain butler.

An in-room couples' massage and dinner for two at one of Carmel's premier restaurants are the highlights of Tradewinds Carmel's Ultimate Romance Getaway package. The package also includes two nights in a deluxe king room with a view, a welcome floral bouquet, chocolate covered strawberries upon arrival, two tickets to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, a box of chocolates at turn down, in-room breakfast delivered daily, late checkout and two luxurious kimono robes to take home as a memento of the guests' stay. The package price is $1395. Call 831-624-2776 to reserve.

Celebrate love with a weekend away at the Westport Hotel on the Northern California coast. Guests reserving rooms for February 11 or 12 will receive complimentary chocolates, a bouquet of roses, and souvenir love note stationery. The inn's Old Abalone Pub will offer a special four-course menu that weekend with champagne for two for $100. On February 14th, Valentine's Day, the inn will serve a romantic five-course dinner for $60 per person or $270 for two with an overnight stay in an ocean-view room and breakfast served the next morning. On Wednesday, February 29, Sadie Hawkins Day, the inn will offer a more intimate reprise of the Valentine dinner. The cost is $120 for two, or $270 with an overnight stay in an ocean-view room and breakfast served the next morning.