Botanic Gardens
Wining and Dining Under the Stars
Head to one of Singapore’s favorite date spots: the Singapore Botanic Gardens. And guess what? You won’t even have to pack your own picnic basket because The Travelling Cow is going to be serving up some fancy picnic-style nosh. You can pre-order it and their meals start from $65 for mains and starters or dessert for two and it comes with a picnic mat and basket. There’s more: there will also be local bands serenading you with their smooth tunes over at the Bandstand and yes, it’s free. Taking to the stage are Shili & Adi, Jocelyn Ong and Jack & Rai. Make your way there early to snag a sweet spot. Feb 14, 6:15-9pm.
Singapore Flyer
Sky Dining
Instead of dining at a conventional restaurant, kick it up a notch by taking to the skies—or at least to our giant ferris wheel, the Singapore Flyer. They offer a romantic four-course meal ($339+ per couple) that comes with a glass of Champagne and your very own in-flight butler catering to your needs, all while overlooking the city’s spectacular skyline. Be warned though, you’re not getting your own private capsule, you’ll be sharing a capsule. If you want the capsule all to yourself, it’ll set you back a cool $1800. Head here to book. Feb 13-15, 7:30pm or 8:30pm.
Auriga Spa
Get Pampered
Little else is more romantic than getting a relaxing rub down together. Head to the luxurious Auriga Spa in Sentosa, which comprises vitality pools, herbal baths, aromatherapy showers and dedicated couple suites. Opt for the P.S I Love You ($688+ per couple) treatment that involves a two-hour top-to-toe massage with rose and jasmine oil, a 30-minute candlelit bath with ylang ylang and rose petals and a 15-minute foot scrub.
The Sanchaya
Go on a Quick Getaway
If you really want to get away from the crowds, hop on a ferry for a spontaneous trip to one of the neighboring islands. A good pick would be Indonesian island Bintan, a mere 45-minute ride from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal, where plush beachfront resort The Sanchaya has just opened. Spend a lazy day lounging on the comfy sunbeds by the pristine beach and end the day at their wine lounge, which boasts an impressive selection of bottles and cheeses. Rooms start at US$560 ($745).
Oysters and Bubbly
We love cocktail bar Manhattan’s old-school, gentlemen’s club atmosphere and imaginative cocktails. And for this year’s Valentine’s Day, they’re also offering freshly shucked American oysters ($39 for three) to washed down with bubbly being served on a trolley Champagne cart ($60 per couple for two drinks).
JCube ice rink
Dancing on Ice
Another great date idea is to go ice-skating; at least now you’ve got a legit reason to hold onto each other for dear life. Hit up The Rink at JCube, which houses an Olympic-sized ice rink and a 460-seat gallery. For Valentine’s Day, they’re going all out with pink “snow”, an additional free hour of skating and candy floss for those dressed in pink. Skate rental starts at $21.50 for a two-hour session. Feb 13-14, 8:45-11:45pm.
Jaan
Dine Fine
Of course, nothing screams date night more than a romantic dinner in a swanky dimly lit restaurant with tables that are nicely spaced out and a breathtaking view of the city’s skyline. Perched up on the 70th floor, Jaan is elegant and the service spot-on (and their sous-chef just won San Pellegrino’s Best Young Chef). The real highlight, though, is chef de cuisine Julien Royer’s masterfully plated creations made with top-notch seasonal produce. His special five and seven course Jardin Gourmand menu starts at $158 and include options like milk poached white asparagus and barley risotto served with avocado, brocciu and pink garlic.
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