Despite the grey and gloomy days that comprise the winter season, there is one particular February holiday that’s filled with reds, pinks, sugar, and love. If you’re looking for Valentine’s date ideas to feel all warm and fuzzy, the Woodbury Bus Blog has you covered with your very own itinerary guide. After all, the world is your oyster. (Well, in this case, NYC is your oyster but close enough, of course.)
Take The Bus To Woodbury Common Premium Outlets: Relax and unwind, literally, during a cozy bus ride to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets. Woodbury Bus, one of the exclusive transportation providers to the outlets, has morning departures and is conveniently located in Midtown Manhattan on West 51st St. and Broadway. Snuggle up with that special someone during the one hour trip to the idyllic Hudson Valley. If you both need a little lift to start the day, there’s thankfully a Starbucks at Woodbury Common for a caffeine boost and a soothing Valentine’s beverage to boot. (Hello, Red Velvet Oatmilk Latte.)
Shop In The Spirit Of Valentine’s Day: Shopping at Woodbury Common can be a sweet activity for couples, especially when fun and sentimental holiday gifts are involved. I don’t know about you, but I am absolutely obsessed with seasonally scented candles, and Yankee Candle at Woodbury Common carries so many desirable scents for Valentine’s Day. Yankee Candle features Chocolate Chip Cannoli, Vanilla Creme Brûlée, and Twilight Tunes; a perfect nighttime choice that’s a blend of aquamarine, cardamom, and woody notes. Woodbury Common has Valentine’s gifts for everyone at Kate Spade New York, and Pandora Jewelry Outlet certainly screams Valentine’s Day since shiny beautiful things can often mean romance. In addition, there’s always the excuse to take that shopping break and dine for lunch inside the Market Hall. (Perhaps a sushi a treat from Umi Teriyaki.) Before returning to the city in the afternoon or evening, make a note to stop by Lindt Chocolate, a delectable Swiss Chocolatier, that uses only the finest ingredients to create those delicious chocolate bites for a quintessential Valentine’s dessert.
Back In NYC: Enjoy A Romantic Dinner and A Stroll: There’s countless NYC restaurants and so much to choose from to satisfy all cravings. There’s Chinatown classics such as Dim Sum Palace and Wo Hop. There’s a trendy Italian American restaurant, Arthur and Sons, in the West Village that’s renowned for their spicy rigatoni ala vodka. Time Out New York has recently highlighted a few special spots, too, that certainly embody the Valentine’s essence. The Fulton at Pier 17 is an indulgent choice for mouthwatering seafood and a raw bar with stunning views of the East River. Ye’s Apothecary in the Lower East Side has been noted as one of the best date night places with interesting signature dishes such as Singapore duck fried rice and chili-filet-o-fish. If you’re a fan of Indian cuisine, Baar Baar is an East Village gastropub that features specialty cocktails and refined Indian entrees for lovers everywhere. Couples can end their Valentine’s date with a romantic stroll around their favorite neighborhood while taking in the sights and sounds of a winter’s night out in the beautifully vibrant city that never sleeps.
