Unique Valentine's Day Getaways Around the World

Candy hearts and cards are so passé. Get away this Valentine's Day. Here are a few hotel and spa destinations that will inspire a creative celebration this year. 

Cupid's Chinese New Year - New York: February 14th isn't just for lovers, it's also Chinese New Year. Ring in the Year of the Tiger (officially year 4708 on the Chinese calendar) in Manhattan's most exciting new address – the Distrikt Hotel. Opening February 1, the Distrikt Hotel is inspired by New York City with neighborhood-themed floors set in midtown Manhattan. The Cupid's Chinese New Year package includes a red rose and stuffed tiger upon check in; a bottle of Champagne and chocolate-covered fortune cookies delivered to the room in the evening; a $47.08 Food and Beverage Credit to use for room service or in Collage Bistro and Bar; a Chinatown area map with places of interest; and a New Year Celebration schedule. From $289 per night based on double occupancy with two night minimum, 48 hour advanced purchase required. www.distrikthotel.com

A Rustic Romance – St. John's Newfoundland & Labrador, Canada: Beating in the heart of the hippest city in Eastern Canada, Leaside Manor Suites & Apartments will be luring lovers with its Love on the Rock Package. Spend two nights in a suite in the prettiest little inn in St. John's, with pulse-pounding diversions for two including a "Wilderness Skidoo" into stunning Witless Bay barrens with a visit to a rustically romantic outback cabin, followed by a restorative soak and dancing to live Celtic music. Spend the following day ice-fishing and visiting with local artisan Chris Kearney, who transforms beach rocks into gorgeous engagement rings – nudge, nudge. Love on the Rock package from $499; available during February 2010 and for 12 months from date of purchase. www.leasidemanor.com

A Grand Romantic Gesture - Zurich: Make a grand romantic gesture this Valentine's Day at The Dolder Grand in Zurich, Switzerland. The Be My Grand Valentine package includes a night in a Deluxe Superior room with late checkout, a 4-course dinner for two at The Restaurant with a glass of Champagne, a Kerstin Florian massage or facial at The Dolder Grand Spa, breakfast at the Garden Restaurant, plus romantic in-room amenities.  Coinciding with Valentine's Day is the opening of the Burhle Collection exhibition at the renowned Kunsthaus museum in Zurich. The collection features works by Cézanne, Degas, Monet and van Gogh, a known romantic. This package will sure to be a grand gesture of love, though maybe not as grand as van Gogh's. From 1,360 CHF ($1335 USD) based on double occupancy. Valid February 13 and 14, 2010. Deluxe package with 7-course tasting menu.  www.thedoldergrand.com/en/

  Covered in Chocolate - Atlantic City: Treat yourselves to the sweetest of sweet experiences on Valentine's Day with the Chokolate Delight Treatment at Qua Baths & Spa at Caesars Atlantic City. Geared for sweet-toothed couples yet spanning head-to-toe, the decadent experience includes a moor mud chocolate wrap with deep scalp massage, and anointment with a choice of chocolate-scented oils including Chocolate Raspberry, Chocolate Cherry, Chocolate Mint or Chocolate Cake. $450 per couple; available year-round starting in February. www.quabathsandspa.com

Victorian Valentine's - St. John's, New Brunswick: What's all the fuss about love, Victorian-style? Find out on a Victorian Valentine's Weekend at A Tanners Home Inn in uptown St. John's, New Brunswick. The beautiful bed & breakfast, built in 1878 by local tanner William Peters, will cast your weekend with romantic, maritime flair including a devilish day of outdoor adventure, historic tales of love, and a delicious seafood dinner – which you just might catch yourself. Victorian Valentines Weekend package from $358; valid February 12-13 or 13-14, 2010. www.tannershomeinn.com

Pretty in Pink - Paris: Think pink, not red for romance! Le Meurice, a member of the Dorchester Collection, recently unveiled La Vie en Rose to leave her feeling pretty in pink. The property set between the Place de la Concord and the Louvre on rue de Rivoli will set up the two of you in a Superior Room with American breakfast daily; rosé Champagne, pink petit fours and a bouquet of roses; a special "surprise gift"; and upgrade upon availability just for asking. From 580 Euro in a Superior Room; available February 5-28, 2010. www.lemeurice.com