Sweet, Romantic Deals on Valentines Day
By Kwon Mee-yoo
Staff Reporter
Valentine's Day is one of the most romantic days of the year. Here are some hotels to take your sweetheart to or to hang out with friends and family on this special occasion.
Room Packages
Hyatt Regency Incheon's Valentine's Day Package is only for one couple on Valentine's Day. The impressive package includes accommodation in the hotel's exclusive Presidential Suite, a romantic champagne dinner prepared by the Executive Chef and a champagne breakfast, both served in the suite to make the day unforgettable. The price of this package is 1,800,000 won. Call (032) 745-1234 for details.
The Grand Hilton Seoul presents two romantic overnight packages to make this year the sweetest Valentine's Day yet. With the ``Sweet Love Package'' (160,000 won), guests stay in a luxurious Deluxe Room and will be served a cheese platter with wine to spark up the adoring mood. The ``Kiss Me Package'' (250,000 won) includes a night in an Executive Floor Room, a cheese platter and wine, breakfast for two, as well as a Bobbi Brown shimmer brick for women and a skin tonic and essence for men. For more information or reservations, call (02) 2287-8400.
The Ritz Carlton Seoul's ``Love Love Love Valentine Package'' invites couples to their finest deluxe room decorated with pink heart-shaped balloons, cake with chocolate massages and a bottle of wine. The guests will receive an Estee Lauder travel kit as well. The package costs 290,000 won. For further information, call (02) 3451-8114.
Dining
Grand InterContinental Seoul's restaurant Marco Polo, located on the 52nd floor of the Trade Tower, brings a Valentine's Day menu in either a Mediterranean or Asian style. The restaurant is known for a perfect view of the Han River and Seoul's cityscape ― from any table. The Mediterranean menu is six courses, including foie gras, caviar and truffles, the three most delightful dishes in the world. The Valentine's dinner costs 140,000 won. For a reservation, call (02) 559-7620.
At Renaissance Seoul's signature Italian Restaurant, Toscana, Chef Sergio will present a delightful menu served in a romantic candle-lit setting. Seasonal oysters, lobster and home-made Tagliolini await. A beautiful and decadent chocolate symphony for two will wrap up the course with a sweet touch. The dinner is priced at 75,000 won. For more information, call (02) 2222-8647.
For wine-loving couples, Lotte Hotel Seoul's Vine presents a ``Romantic Sparkling Dinner,'' coming with two complimentary glasses of champagne. The wine restaurant, with a modern atmosphere, is going to be a perfect choice for those wishing to commemorate the romantic day at 300,000 won. Call (02) 317-7151.
Vecchia e Nuovo, Deli Cafe and Restaurant of the Westin Chosun Seoul, offers a Romantic Hamper filled with heart-shaped cookies, chocolates, champagne and flowers. The heart shaped cookies come in five colors of chocolate coating and with sugary messages on them. The cookies will also be handed out to guests dining at the restaurant. Call (02) 317-0022.
Parties
Bar Rouge of the JW Marriott Seoul holds a hip party with the dress code of passionate red and stylish black. There would no sweeter way to celebrate Valentine's Day on Saturday night than dancing to the electronic pulse of DJ Rama's house music. The party runs from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. and the ticket costs 100,000 won per couple. For more information, call (02) 6282-6763.
W Seoul-Walkerhill offers a romantic DJ party ``Sweet Treat'' with DJ Cloud at the hotel's stylish WoooBar. The party begins at 10 p.m. on Valentine's Day and continues until 4 a.m., and the ticket (50,000 won as an advance purchase) includes a romantic cocktail. Various prizes, such as a brunch coupon, will be given to the winning guests through a raffle event. Call (02) 2022-0333 for inquiries.
For singles, Grand Hyatt Seoul's J.J. Mahoney's presents a romantic party. At ``Sweet Singles Party,'' singles and couples alike will share the love in the air with such alluring delights as a best dance contest, live performances by JJ's house band, lucky draw events and more. The entrance fee is 30,000 won, including a welcome drink. For more information, call (02) 799-8601.