Have A Romantic Getaway Right Here In The Triangle!
Whether you were born and raised here, or are visiting from somewhere else, there are so many great ways to spend time in this area! This Valentine's Day (or any other time of year), a romantic tour of the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill area is just what you need. With Valentine’s Day falling on a weekend in 2020 (and a long weekend, at that), we'd like to suggest some ways for you to enjoy the time with your special someone, right here in The Triangle!
From new relationships to celebrating 50 years of marriage, there’re so many wonderful ways to spend this holiday of love.
Enjoy!
ACCOMMODATIONS:
--- Two miles from downtown Durham, the Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club offers luxurious accommodations and the feel of a traditional English country inn. It sits on 300 acres of pines and rolling countryside on the Duke University campus. Walk across campus to the neo-Gothic Duke University Chapel and don’t miss the beautiful Sarah P. Duke Gardens.
Savor the romance packages or play a game on the Robert Trent Jones-designed, 18-hole championship Duke University Golf Club.
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--- Explore downtown Raleigh by staying at the Sheraton or Marriott hotels, conveniently located in the heart of the city.
Morehead Manor Bed and Breakfast
(Durham)
“A one-of-a-kind Durham bed and breakfast where elegance, excitement, and hospitality meet.”
Breakfast is included in your stay.
https://www....headmanor.com
--- The King's Daughters Inn
(Durham)
The King’s Daughters Inn offers the amenities of a first-class hotel with the intimacy of a B&B. Enjoy high-speed wireless internet throughout, ample event and meeting space, and spacious common areas for relaxing and socializing. Savor gourmet breakfasts, afternoon tea, and evening wine and spirits. Retreat to your room for our turn-down service with artisan chocolates and port in this Top Rated in!
https://thek...ghtersinn.com
--- Opened in 1924 on the University of North Carolina campus, The Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill exudes Southern hospitality and features romance packages. The hotel’s Crossroads Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch and explores Carolina cuisine and meticulously handcrafted cocktails. Take a walk along historic Franklin Street—just a block away—to browse shops, art galleries and restaurants.
ENTERTAINMENT:
--- Pinot’s Palette
Painting and Wine Classes for Everyone!
You don’t have to be Picasso to enjoy these art classes; Created for the first-time-painter, we promise that ANYONE can paint and if you’re a seasoned professional… well, you’ll enjoy these events, too!
Check out our calendar and see all of the fabulous classes we’re offering this month!
Bring your Valentine in on February 14th (or any day of the month) to celebrate the holiday of love as you make masterpieces and memories to cherish forever.
https://www....om/briercreek
***If you’ve been eyeing the painting above, you can paint it this Valentine’s Day weekend, along with many other options!
It’s called, ‘The Bridge To Love’ and is offered on 2/15
*Sign up:
https://www..../event/404852
--- Explore the Person Street and historic Oakwood districts near downtown Raleigh; Oakwood is North Carolina's Largest, Intact 19th Century Residential Neighborhood And Is Such A Sight To See!
https://www....icoakwood.org
--- Catch a show at Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts.
https://www....erraleigh.com
Durham Performing Arts Center
From music and live performances, this venue has so much to offer and never disappoints!
https://www.dpacnc.com
--- Carolina Performing Arts Center (Durham)
The mission of Carolina Performing Arts is to curate and present exceptional arts experiences that inspire and provoke the UNC community and beyond and celebrate the intrinsic value of the creative process.
https://www....rmingarts.org
--- While in Durham, you can take a three-block stroll to Brightleaf Square, where you’ll find a wide choice of eateries and shops flourishing in renovated tobacco warehouses that open out to a romantic courtyard.
https://hist...rightleaf.com
--- RELAX with one of the many excellent spas in any area of the Triangle!
* Raleigh: Lorena Luca Skin & Spa
This place has exactly the treatment you need to renew and rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul. Whether you are looking for a relaxing massage, an anti-aging facial procedure or the latest in skin and body care, their state-of-the-art spa is chic, modern and utterly decadent.
Their highly trained team of spa professionals deliver the finest in spa and wellness.
https://www....orenaluca.com
* Durham: The Retreat at Brightleaf
What sets this spa apart from the mainstream is that its staff works to fully understand their clients’ needs, creating a unique schedule of healing for each client, regardless of age or physical condition.
They have created a mindful and integrative approach to physical wellness and skincare at our studio, offering a wide variety of massage techniques, acupuncture, energy work, as well as a full range of aesthetic services.
From restorative facials to relaxation massage or rehabilitative bodywork due to injury, their staff’s therapeutic approach can help with a comprehensive range of needs. Let them assist you on your road to wellness.
https://ther...eatdurham.com
* Chapel Hill: The Spa at Fearrington
The Spa at Fearrington is a destination and day spa located eight miles from Chapel Hill, NC and a short drive from Raleigh and Durham. Enter through the spa boutique, where an attendant will welcome you. Their skilled, experienced staff offers facials, massages, pedicures, and manicures that can be customized to your needs.
https://fear...gton.com/spa/
DINE:
--- Enjoy a romantic dinner at Second Empire in Raleigh, a circa 1879 Victorian home that combines gourmet cuisine, history and elegance.
https://www....nd-empire.com
--- While in the Raleigh area, venture over to the nearby Glenwood South District for a mix of trendy restaurants and bars or hop on a Raleigh Rickshaw for a cozy tour of downtown, from the state Capitol to the Executive Mansion.
http://www.r...hrickshaw.com
--- Beer lovers might enjoy a local brew at Crank Arm Brewing or Trophy Brewing, which also serves specialty pizzas, small plates and desserts. Both breweries feature outdoor seating.
Crank Arm: https://www....mpany-raleigh
Trophy Brewing: https://www....hybrewing.com
--- If you’re in Chapel Hill, you can dine at Lantern Restaurant, known for 2011 James Beard award-winning chef Andrea Reusing
https://www....TF-8&oe=UTF-8
--- Elaine’s on Franklin is a must for upscale dining.
Elaine’s on Franklin (Chapel Hill) serves unique regional American cuisine in a cozy, romantic atmosphere in the heart of downtown Chapel Hill. Chef/owner Bret Jennings fuses bold flavors and classical preparations in his revolving menus focused on the finest local ingredients available. Elaine’s on Franklin’s delightful food is matched by their Wine Spectator award-winning wine and popular cocktail list.
https://elai...nfranklin.com
--- Crook’s Corner Café and Bar in Chapel Hill was awarded a James Beard “American Classic” title for its famous shrimp and grits. This delicious restaurant features fresh, seasonally-focused Southern cuisine. From pimento cheese to duck cassoulet, Crook’s Corner continues to celebrate and reimagine the food of the South.
https://crookscorner.com
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