6 Tips for Planning Valentine’s Date in Tagaytay

Tagaytay is one of the favorite destination getaways for couples who would like to unwind and spend time together. With just a few hours’ drive from Metro Manila, this famous city in the south has a lot of wonderful things in store for couples. From its cool breeze, serene ambiance, and picturesque landscapes to popular tourist attractions where people can dine, shop, take photos, and pamper themselves, Valentine’s date in Tagaytay makes bonding moments extra special for couples.

As February 14 is just around the corner, couples may now be planning on how to celebrate this romantic day. Tagaytay is an ideal dating paradise that provides a romantic backdrop where you can create more happy memories with your loved one. Here are 6 tips that you can include in your itinerary as you prepare for a memorable Valentine’s date in Tagaytay.   

6 Suggestions for a Valentine’s Day Getaway in Tagaytay

 

1. Feast on a Gastronomical Food Trip.

You cannot miss eating local favorites like a steaming bowl of bulalo, mushroom burgers, and sweet delicacies when you are planning a Valentine’s date in Tagaytay.

Almost all restaurants in Tagaytay have their versions of bulalo, a delicious beef shank, and bone marrow Pinoy dish. You can dine at Leslie’s, Bulalo Capital, LZM Restaurant, or Balay Dako, among others. There are also other flavorful dishes like sisig, kare-kare, and crispy pata that you can try aside from bulalo. Another must-try is the mushroom burger which is made up of approximately 50% mushrooms and 50% real beef. Whether you have a sweet tooth or not, you must try local treats like buko pie and tarts, raisin bread, angel cookies, and jams. Couples can visit the Bahay Pastulan Store by Good Shepherd Sisters as they cap off their Valentine’s date in Tagaytay for some yummy pasalubong to families and friends back home.

If you prefer to dine in an al fresco restaurant, then there is always The Farmer’s Table of Nurture Wellness Village. Have a delightful dining experience during your Valentine’s date in Tagaytay by enjoying the restaurant’s selections of healthy and scrumptious cuisine. Taste its delectable non-vegetarian and vegetarian dishes such as Bone Marrow Bulalo, Pancit Hacienda, A Big Bowl of Salad, and Beef Kare-Kare sa Buntot. Enjoy farm-to-table goodness since most of the ingredients come from its gardens and nearby local producers.

2. Relax with a Cup of Coffee.

For coffee lovers, a Valentine’s date in Tagaytay is never complete without sipping a good cup of their favorite beverage while looking at the majestic view of Taal Volcano and Taal Lake. There are well-positioned commercial establishments along the ridge that offer visitors a scenic vista of the famous tourist spot and its surrounding lake. Some of the best-overlooking coffee shops that can be a venue for a cozy Valentine’s date in Tagaytay include: 

• Starbucks Reserve Hiraya which can seat about 250 guests and is located in the same spot where the first Starbucks branch in Tagaytay once stood. 
• Bag of Beans Athena gives a panoramic view of the tourist spots which you can see inside and outside its area. 
• Sip n’ Brew – Miara Cafe Tagaytay has floor-to-ceiling windows outside that allow visitors to marvel at the majestic landscapes even on windy days. 
• Aside from serving irresistible coffee, Kuuma Kaakao Kaffe also offers Pinoy delicacies like bibingka and puto bumbong which can be paired with a cup of hot coffee or chocolate.

3. Pray for a Blessed Relationship.

You can include a church visit on your Valentine’s date in Tagaytay and pray for a blessed relationship with your loved one. There are several churches in Tagaytay as it is one of the favorite wedding destinations by engaged couples. The city’s fresh breeze and tranquil ambiance can make you more reflective as you say a prayer and ask for blessings inside the church such as: 

• The Pink Sisters Convent and Chapel which is known for the cloistered nuns who vowed to live separately from the outside world. 
• Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Church has a Candle Chapel where visitors can pray and light colored candles meant for a particular prayer intention. 
• The Our Mother of Perpetual Help Church is one of the favorite wedding venues for couples with its beautiful chandeliers and stained glass windows. 
• Tierra de Madre has a 50-foot statue of the Virgin Mary and a chapel where devotees can write prayer requests or thanksgiving and post them on the wall.

4. Shop for Flowers.

Do not let your Valentine’s date in Tagaytay end without giving your loved one a stunning bouquet. Tagaytay is known for its beautiful blooms which thrive due to the city’s cool weather. Several flower stalls line the streets in Tagaytay selling florals in various varieties, colors, and sizes. If the couples are certified plantitos and plantitas, then shopping for fresh flowers must be included in the itinerary.

5. Get a Couple Massage.

Massage has several health benefits such as relieving stress, improving quality of sleep, and reducing muscle pain. Couples can use massage to alleviate soreness and pain caused by overwork and tension at home and in the office. While couples can perform a fun massage together at home, it is still ideal to have it done by a professional massage therapist who knows the proper manipulations and pressure points to treat sore muscles and tissues in the body. Take an opportunity to have a couple massage while enjoying a Valentine’s date in Tagaytay. Nothing beats a relaxing natural ambiance while getting pampered from head to toe.    

Nurture Wellness Village offers spa and massage treatments for couples who are looking for some rest while in Tagaytay. With freshly blended therapeutic massage oils, guests can experience the soothing touch of Pinoy therapists. Choose among several Filipino spa treatments like Haplos Kalinga Touch Therapy. Its Magsing-Irog touch therapy can be enjoyed in a romantic couple’s room and uses a seductive blend of sandalwood, ylang-ylang, and lavender essential oils. 

6. Take Photos of Your Valentine’s Date.

Capture the fun and sweet moments of your Valentine’s date in Tagaytay with Insta-worthy shots that can serve as special keepsakes in the years to come. Take photos of your activities whether you are enjoying horseback riding at Sky Ranch, having a picnic at Tagaytay Picnic Grove, enjoying a backdrop of European architecture amidst nature at Twin Lakes Tagaytay, or posing in front of the fairy-tale-themed Gingerbread House. The list of activities and places where you can take photos for your Valentine’s date in Tagaytay mementos is endless.   

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There are many exciting activities that couples can do for a memorable Valentine’s date in Tagaytay. With its proximity to Metro Manila and chilly weather, this popular city in the south is a favorite romantic destination as it offers a myriad of exciting places to visit for a quick getaway. A Valentine’s date in Tagaytay must be carefully planned so couples can relish their unforgettable moments together.  

Nurture Wellness Village has several room packages that offer accommodation, meals, and spa services that couples can enjoy as part of their Valentine’s date in Tagaytay. Its Ulayaw Package includes an overnight stay in a Superior Garden View room, a plated breakfast, a one-hour full body massage, and thirty thirty-minute outdoor treatment. Do you want to book an excellent room where you can both recharge and celebrate love and romance with a loved one? Book your reservation at Nurture.

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