
With miles and miles of golden sands as well as enough attractions to fill a month, let alone a weekend, Bournemouth is the perfect get-a-way to celebrate Valentines Day. Once renowned for its retirement homes and slow paced atmosphere, Bournemouth is now better recognized as a trendy yet tranquil retreat with something to suit everybody.
From long leisurely walks along the beach towards either Boscombe or Sandbanks to vibrant wine and cocktail bars depending upon your mood and time of day, you won’t be short of ideas on how to fill your time.
So when considering a get-away for Valentines day don’t discount a ‘staycation’. Bournemouth was recently voted number one for an at home vacation. The decision was based on a number of factors which included the pristine beaches, cost of Hotel accommodation, availability of restaurant tables and tourist attractions. All of the factors that will make for the perfect romantic Valentines Day weekend.
With Bournemouth often experiencing the best of the British weather, you’ll still see weather hardy surfers in February come rain or shine. With local restaurants such as Aruba and Urban Beach located on the new Boscombe beach development you can enjoy the scenic views in comfortable surroundings.
As well as this Bournemouth has a variety of well known high street shops and smaller boutique stores located round its central square from which you can walk directly to the beach or through Bournemouth gardens stopping for a sweet treat or ride on the hot air balloon which gives you views across Bournemouth.
With easy access from both motorways and major train lines Bournemouth sees many visitors of a weekend throughout the year and the month of February is set to be no different as people visit to enjoy the friendly and romantic atmosphere of this lovely town.
As well as the many activities already listed you can also enjoy the festive indoor ice skating at the Bournemouth International Centre located in Bournemouth town centre. This will be running until the 21st February 2010 and will provide the perfect indoor escape.
When looking for accommodation there are several city centre hotels in Bournemouth all varying in price, standard and ease of location, but with several sea front town centre hotels available you’ll find the perfect city hotel with sea views and within walking distance of all these wonderful activities, bars and restaurants.