{"id":4109,"date":"2010-02-12T17:13:27","date_gmt":"2010-02-12T21:13:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/?p=4109"},"modified":"2012-12-27T11:16:04","modified_gmt":"2012-12-27T15:16:04","slug":"london-valentines-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/2010\/02\/12\/london-valentines-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Fall in Love With London This Valentine\u2019s Day"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"img alignright size-medium wp-image-6649\" style='width:300px;'>\n\t<img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/02\/valentine-day-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"Spend Valentine's Day in one of our cozy London apartments\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" \/>\n\t<div>Spend Valentine's Day in one of our cozy London apartments<\/div>\n<\/div>Have you ever heard that <a title=\"London Travel tips\" href=\"\/blog\/category\/london\/\">London<\/a> is for lovers? Well, actually, London is for everybody\u2014and this Valentine\u2019s Day is no exception! From romantic scenes right out of the movies to singles events that will make couples consider going solo, the city has it all, especially on this enchanted evening. So whether you\u2019re booking a studio for one or need a one-bedroom with at least a queen-sized bed, let New York Habitat put you in the perfect <a title=\"London Flats for rent\" href=\"\/london-apartment\/furnished\">flat in London<\/a>. Can\u2019t you just feel the love?<\/p>\n<p>For traditional romantics, <strong>nothing tops two seats for Shakespeare\u2019s \u201cRomeo and Juliet\u201d<\/strong>\u2014except when it\u2019s set to music and there are ballerinas. See the ballet with the one you love at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden, <a title=\"Travel Guide to Bloomsbury and West End, London\" href=\"\/blog\/category\/london\/london-travel-guide\/london-neighborhoods\/bloomsbury\/\">West End<\/a>, one of the most beautiful buildings in all of London.<\/p>\n<p>Looking for something really sweet? Consider the <strong>Valentine\u2019s Afternoon Tea at St. Paul\u2019s<\/strong><strong>, in the <a title=\"Travel tips about the City, London\" href=\"\/blog\/category\/london\/london-travel-guide\/london-neighborhoods\/city\/\">City<\/a><\/strong>. The amazing setting and its proximity to the Thames River will have your heart a-flutter, as will the heart-shaped finger sandwiches, scones, jams, clotted cream and chocolate mousse. Afterwards, walk it off with a trip to the Whispering Room, where you can finally let those sweet nothings soar.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>For art lovers, look no further than <strong>The National Gallery\u2019s Valentine\u2019s Day Tour<\/strong>. As a reminder, the museum is located between <a title=\"Travel tips about Soho and Mayfair, London\" href=\"\/blog\/category\/london\/london-travel-guide\/london-neighborhoods\/mayfair-soho\/\">Soho<\/a> and West End. The hour-long walk will lead you to some of the most romantic art works in the gallery\u2019s vast collection and encourage you to see love in its many different forms. Another thing to love is that it\u2019s absolutely free!<\/p>\n<p>Some Valentines are seeking a little excitement. For them, there\u2019s <strong>Happy Valentine\u2019s Day at Tower Bridge<\/strong>, where you can experience the heights of romance on the upper-level walkway high above the usual pedestrian route. With the floodlights turned on, live jazz music and a complimentary champagne and chocolate, you may hardly notice the spectacular city views as you stare into each other\u2019s eyes. One-hour slots cost fifteen pounds per person\u2014but you\u2019re guaranteed to fall in love\u2026at least with London!<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s plenty for singles to do this holiday as well. Head over to the <strong>Seven Sins of Soho Anti-Valentine\u2019s Party<\/strong>, where the theme will be \u201cLust,\u201d the floor show will be burlesque and cabaret, and the music will be spun by a special guest DJ.<\/p>\n<p>Another option for singles is <strong>Down With Dating at the O2 Academy in <a title=\"Travel tips about Islington, London\" href=\"\/blog\/category\/london\/london-travel-guide\/london-neighborhoods\/islington\/\">Islington<\/a><\/strong>. True to its name, this party replaces three-minute speed dating with \u201cSpeed Hating\u201d and sets guests up on a \u201cBlind Hate.\u201d When the fun is finished, there\u2019s the Feeling Gloomy after-party, where you just might ask someone out after all.<\/p>\n<p>Of course, Valentine\u2019s Day is all about finding the right one, so let New York Habitat match you up with a\u00a0<a title=\"London Accommodations\" href=\"\/london-apartment\/vacation\">London vacation rental<\/a> that\u2019s perfect for you. Consider:<div class=\"img alignright size-full wp-image-4111\" style='width:300px;'>\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/london-apartment\/vacation\/586\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2010\/02\/london_accommodation_willesden_ln586.jpg\" alt=\"London Accommodation: 1 Bedroom Vacation Rental in Willesden, Camden - Brent (LN-586)\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" \/><\/a>\n\t<div>London Accommodation: 1 Bedroom Vacation Rental in Willesden, Camden - Brent (LN-586)<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>\u2022\u00a0This fun and funky <a title=\"London Vacation Rental: 1 Bedroom Vacation Rental in Willesden, Camden - Brent (LN-586)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/london-apartment\/vacation\/586\">1-bedroom rental accommodation in Willesden, Camden-Brent (LN-586)<\/a> on the lower-ground floor with access to private gardens. What could be more romantic? Try a terrace, decorative fireplace, colorful and spirited d\u00e9cor, queen-sized bed with canopy and that all-important laundry\/dryer.<\/p>\n<p>\u2022\u00a0A classic and spacious <a title=\"London Accomoodaiton: 1 Bedroom Vacation Rental in Willesden, Camden - Brent (LN-749)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhabitat.com\/london-apartment\/vacation\/749\">1-bedroom vacation accommodation in Marble Arch, Westminster (LN-749)<\/a> right across the road from Hyde Park. On the upper-ground floor of a period Victorian building, this newly renovated rental retains some original features and has hardwood floors, incredibly high ceilings, an advanced sound system, en suite marble bath with Jacuzzi, king-sized bed and laundry\/dryer. What\u2019s more, all rooms face private, secluded gardens.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re single or coupled up this Valentine\u2019s Day, you\u2019re sure to fall in love with your New York Habitat vacation rental in London.<\/p>\n<p>Tell us your plans for this Valentine\u2019s Day in London with a comment below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever heard that London is for lovers? Well, actually, London is for everybody\u2014and this Valentine\u2019s Day is no exception! 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