Celebrate Valentine's Day in Albuquerque

January 20, 11:50 AMAlbuquerque Travel ExaminerNeala Schwartzberg

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Valentine's Day is a day to appreciate the people we love

With the beauty of the Sandias, you might be tempted to think there's nothing more perfect than a drive to a trailhead, or a ride up the Tram. And I'd never disagree with that. But if you're looking for something completely different, here are some suggestions:

A Special Dinner at Indian Pueblo Cultural Center Their special Valentine's Day menu at their newly reopened Harvest Cafe & Bakery. It's reservations only and the menu sounds yummy. Indian Pueblo Cultural Dinner

Buca di Beppo is offering a free dessert with your dinner.  This is one of my favorite restaurants -- it's fun, friendly, and with delicious southern Italian dishes. Nothing fancy, just really good food. Find the Albuquerque location at BucaDiBeppo

Hotel Romance  with Valentine's Day Package at Los Poblanos Inn & Cultural Center Begin the afternoon with a relaxing in-room couple's massage, or a full day of pampering at Bettys Bath and Day Spa. Return to a rose petal turndown, champagne, and a Valentine dessert for two in your luxurious guestroom. Awake the next morning to a full gourmet breakfast in bed. Call  (505) 344-9297 for more information.

Friends and Lovers Balloon Rally in Rio Rancho
February 14th and 15th about 150 balloonist are expected to participate.
Sponsored by AAAA – Albuquerque Aerostat Ascension Association

Forget about romance, try running with the SWEETHEART RUN VI 2009
Saturday, February 14, 2009, 09:00 AM  Or run with your sweetie – 5K (Couples) Team Divisions -- 5K Mixed Couples Team division is intended for participants who would like to enter as team -- mixed couples/gender.
The-Athletes-Edge
Call (505) 263-0222 for more information

What about a Family Valentine’s Day?
Valentine's Day at the Zoo and Aquarium -- Saturday, February 14, 10:00am-2:00pm
Visit special Discovery Stations around the zoo to learn about the amazing ways that animals attract a mate.  Find out how the zoo acts as a “dating service” for endangered animals, such as gorillas, elephants and wolves, as part of the Species Survival Program. Call (505) 764-6214 for more information about Zoo activities.

At the Aquarium visit Discovery Stations to find out how male seahorses get pregnant, look for courtship in the coral reef and learn why some fish change gender. Call (505) 848-7180 for more information about Aquarium activities. Valentine's Day activities are included with regular admission.

Have any other ideas? Suggestions? Let us know.