If you’re looking for alternative Valentine’s ideas this year, think about escaping the rest of the world, just the 2 of you in a motorhome, wherever you want to go. If you don’t think a motorhome can be romantic, think again.
Forget the old-fashioned images you might have of caravans and ‘roughing it’’: Modern motorhomes have all the facilities you need to cosy up and enjoy some ‘us time’. From getting away from it all in the country to pitching up near your favourite restaurant, you can create a unique and personal Valentine’s weekend for the one you love.
When I look at some of the ‘top tips’ for Valentine’s Day, I think ‘why not do it all in a motorhome?’ Maybe that’s just me, I love motorhomes, but think about it…….
Have a romantic walk
Whether your idea of a romantic walk is a gentle stroll or a hike, take a motorhome to wherever says romance to you. Discover empty beaches, beautiful lakes or remote countryside to make your own. Explore together till the sun goes down if you like, there’s no need to worry about getting home. Wake up the next day with whatever view you choose and the perfect location just outside your door.
Take a drive and explore
Take your own romantic hideaway with you when you explore in a motorhome. With a bit of planning you could just ‘come across’ your perfect campsite at the end of your mini road-trip.
Check out campsites around the UK for some inspiration. https://www.campingandcaravanningclub.co.uk/campsites/uk/
If you’re escaping the kids for a few days, you might want to choose an adults only campsite
Have a romantic dinner for two or cook dinner together
Think about pitching a motorhome near a favourite restaurant or one you’ve always wanted to visit. I arranged this for my husband one year, to re-visit a restaurant we went to when we first met. I checked with the restaurant first and they were happy for us to stay overnight in their car park.
If you want to really forget the rest of the world and just cook together, pick a motorhome with great kitchen facilities like our Auto Trail Tracker and create your own intimate Valentine’s dinner.
Share a bottle of wine
Stock up on a few bottles of your favourite wine, maybe you can hide them away ready to reveal at the perfect moment. If you’re thinking champagne, white or rose; our motorhomes have fridges to keep it chilled. If red wine is more your style, we think about the important little things like including a corkscrew and of course wine glasses.
Watch a sunset
We called ourselves Vista Motorhomes because motorhomes can come with whatever amazing views you choose. Pick your campsite and pick your view, winter is the best time for sunsets in the UK. We always think about which way we’re facing when we pitch our motorhome, never miss the opportunity for a great sunset.
You can always do sunrises too, just open the blinds, no need to even get out of bed.
Do some stargazing
Get out into the country away from light pollution for the best stargazing. Did you know that there are Dark Sky Discovery sites around the UK, nominated as the best places to see the stars
https://www.darkskydiscovery.org.uk/dark-sky-discovery-sites/map.html
You don’t have to know anything about starts, there are lots of stargazing apps to help you out
Watch a romantic movie
There’s a TV with DVD player so bring a romantic movie, or just a movie you both love. Classic movies https://filmora.wondershare.com/family-n-personal/classic-movies-to-watch-on-valentines-day-2016.html?gclid=CjwKCAiAz–OBhBIEiwAG1rIOgvQIDfpxmp6ilnM7navzzUt08OiVxxKI6vlbKql9Qau1SM4velDJhoCG6sQAvD_BwE
Have breakfast in bed
A simple but favourite romantic gesture and the kitchen won’t be far away. You have all the facilities you need inside your motorhome, so forget everyone else, you don’t have to venture out when you don’t want to.
I hope that’s got you thinking about the special places you could go and what would make the perfect alternative Valentine’s for you. As Valentine’s Day is on a Tuesday this year, a long weekend is a great way to make the most of it. Forget the rest of the world; sometimes the best gift is spending time together, just the two of you.
We have created special 3 night motorhome hire packages with some extra touches to help you add the romance; bubbly, champagne glasses, chocolates, snuggly blankets and candles. Early collection and later return times mean you don’t have to rush and can make the most of every moment.
So whether you want to relax and get away from it all or fill your weekend with romantic activities, choose a motorhome that fits your plans.
If you’re planning to dine out, just pick a motorhome with a fixed bed and cosy bedroom area. You’ll want some space to relax, but a fridge for chilling your champagne, wine glasses or a corkscrew might be more of a priority than a big kitchen area. If this sounds like your idea of a Valentine’s weekend, have a look at the Chausson 514. If you really want to forget the rest of the world and cook your own romantic Valentine’s dinner together, look for something with more space to dine and relax as well as good kitchen facilities. Have a look at the Auto Trail Tracker, with an open plan layout it’s the perfect just the two of us option.
So get inspired, decide on a favourite place to re-visit and maybe re-live some special moments, or go somewhere completely new you can discover together, make this Valentine’s different.
Find out more about our special Valentine packages