The O.C. Offers Romance and Relaxation for Valentine’s Day

Whether it's sipping cocktails under the stars, enjoying world-class cuisine, indulging in pampering spa treatments or simply a champagne toast in the privacy of an ocean-view room, the coastal resorts of The OCeanfront have romantic packages for every couple for Valentine's Day... and beyond.

Packages at Balboa Bay Club & Resort
Couples can enjoy romance by the bay at Newport Beach's Balboa Bay Club & Resort with the Sweethearts, Sweet Dreams by the Bay Valentine's Day Package, which includes champagne and chocolate- covered strawberries, breakfast for two, valet parking, rose petals on the bed and two complementary robes. Package prices per night are $365 for a Standard Room, $415 for a Courtyard Room, $515 for a Deluxe Bay View Room; $715 for one-bedroom Courtyard Suite and $915 for a one-bedroom Bayview Suite. For more information, call 1-888-445-7153 or visit www.balboabayclub.com.

Packages at the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort
For a dynamic weekend of dancing, dining and enjoying a little "couple's therapy," The Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach is offering its Forget Me Not, Sweetheart Package on Saturday, February 11. Spend the weekend in a deluxe king-size room, where a blanket of rose petals awaits on a turned-down bed. Couples can dance check-to-cheek at West Coast Club and enjoy a choice of champagne or two chocolate martinis while watching a fireside concert of live jazz. The package also includes the resort's renowned Sunday brunch at the Palm Court restaurant. The package is offered at $375. The resort is also offering its Valentine's Day Decadence Dinner with an extensive menu for $150 per couple. Couples who want to make the experience last a little longer can add a deluxe oceanview guestroom with champagne and a full American breakfast for $299 as part of the Hilton Waterfront Romance Package. For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-714-845-8444 or visit www.waterfrontresort.com.

Packages at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa
The Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa invites lovers to enjoy two nights listening to the sounds of the Pacific Ocean in Deluxe King accommodations as part of the resort's Romance Package. Enjoy a romantic rose turndown each night, a bottle of champagne upon arrival, complimentary valet parking for one vehicle and a $100 food and beverage credit at the resort's signature restaurant, The Californian, or for breakfast in bed. This all- inclusive package starts at $650 with a suite upgrade available for an additional $100. Couples can also indulge in romantic bliss at the resort's Pacific Waters Spa with Cupid's Crush Package, which begins with a 25-minute Rose Petal Thalasso Seawater Bath for two followed by an 80-minute Aromatherapy Sea Stone Couples Massage for $385. Last but not least, the The Californian restaurant is offering a special Valentine's Day dinner menu and the resort's Red Chair Lounge is offering live entertainment, White Star champagne with white-chocolate strawberries and specialty cocktails on February 14, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-714-845-4776 or visit www.huntingtonbeach.hyatt.com.

Packages at Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
For those in search of a romantic escape for Valentine's Day, Hyatt Regency Newport Beach is offering a Valentine's Package that includes overnight accommodations in a luxurious guest room, a bottle of chilled champagne and breakfast for two. While at the hotel, guests will enjoy live entertainment featuring Helicopter, a high-energy five-piece band with female vocals at Sandbar Lounge from 9 p.m. to midnight. The package is $209, tax not included, and is available on Saturday, February 11, 2006. For more information, call 1-949-729-1234 www.newportbeach.hyatt.com.

Packages at The Island Hotel Newport Beach
Enjoy seductive food, starry nights and pampering spa treatments at The Island Hotel Newport Beach. The hotel's Romance Package offers guests one night in luxurious accommodations; a bottle of champagne upon arrival; an extravagant presentation of chilled seafood, gourmet meats, fruit and chocolates for those who want to dine in and complimentary valet parking. Package rates start at $475 per couple, taxes and gratuities not included, and are available throughout the month of February. Additionally, the hotel's newly appointed Executive Chef Bill Bracken is offering an irresistible Valentine's Day tasting menu at the hotel's Pavilion Restaurant from February 10 through February 19. For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-888-321-4752 or visit www.theislandhotel.com.

Packages at Montage Resort & Spa
The panoramic ocean views and sun- kissed beaches at Montage Resort & Spa in Laguna Beach offer a romantic backdrop for love that rivals any Hollywood movie setting. This February, the resort is offering its Art of Romance Package, which includes two night Ocean Front Suite accommodations; two nights of exquisite dining, one at The Loft restaurant and one in the privacy of an oceanfront guestroom; a couple's massage at Spa Montage; a rose petal bath drawn especially for you by the resort's "Romantic Artist"; daily breakfast in bed for two and valet parking. The total package is $5,000 and is based on availability. Some restrictions apply. The Loft restaurant is also offering its Chocolate is for Lovers dessert-making class on February 11, 18 and 25, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. ($50 per person), as well as its "Perfect Pairings" matching delectable desserts with wines from around the world ($50 per person or $30 for dessert only). The resort's Lobby Lounge, Studio restaurant and The Shops at Montage are also offering Valentine's Day specials. For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-888-715-6700 or visit www.montagelagunabeach.com

Packages at the St. Regis Resort, Monarch Beach
The St.Regis Resort, Monarch Beach offers the ultimate sparkling surprise with its Be Mine ... Forever Package, which includes a 10- carat diamond necklace and a romantic two-night stay at the plush resort complete with limousine service, a personal butler, a commanding 3,100-square-foot Presidential Suite, in-room massages for two, fresh flowers and champagne, rose petal baths, daily breakfasts in bed and a dinner for two at Stonehill Tavern. The necklace from Jean-Jacques Mamie Fine Jewelers consists of a 7.3- carat pear-shaped diamond with a smaller 1.01-carat pear-shaped diamond above it, elaborate diamond pendants and a stunning platinum chain. The Be Mine ... Forever Package is priced at $150,000 and is available February 11-15. The resort is also offering its Valentine's Day Romantic Retreat Package, which includes a luxurious guest room with a bottle of chilled champagne, a unique gift from Spa Gaucin and either a private in-room breakfast or a scenic breakfast on the veranda at Motif restaurant. The package starts at $585 and is available February 5 through February 19. Couples can also relax at the Spa Gaucin with a variety of Valentine's Day Spa Packages. The brand new Stonehill Tavern, a restaurant by Michael Mina catering to the culture and lifestyle of coastal Southern California, and Motif restaurant are offering prix fixe Valentine's Day dinners. For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-800-722-1543 or visit www.stregismb.com.

Packages at Surf & Sand Resort
Enjoy romance and relaxation at the beach with the Surf & San Resort's Night to Remember Package, which includes accommodations, a full American breakfast and complimentary valet parking. Package rates from Sunday through Thursday are from $300 per night and from $365 for Friday through Saturday. Add a facial or a massage at Aquaterra and a three-course lunch at Splashes restaurant for an additional $110 per person. Some restrictions and blackout dates apply. The package expires on February 28. For more information or to make a reservation, call 1-800-524-8621 or visit www.surfandsandresort.com.

About the Oceanfront
The OCeanfront is a collection of Orange County's best coastal offerings in the celebrated beach cities of Laguna Beach, Newport Beach, Huntington Beach and Dana Point. Each coastal community offers an array of experiences, including breathtaking scenery, art festivals, yacht harbors, boating, surfing and miles of warm sandy beaches. The OCeanfront hotels include: Balboa Bay Club, Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort & Spa, Hyatt Regency Newport Beach, The Island Hotel Newport Beach, Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa, Montage Resort & Spa, Newport Beach Marriott, St. Regis Monarch Beach Resort & Spa and Surf & Sand Resort. For more information, call 1-800-680-1249 or visit www.theoceanfrontca.com.

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