December 15, 2010

Forgot About Valentine’s Day? Biltmore Park Has Everything You Need

If you waited until the last minute to make plans for Valentine's Day, don't worry. Biltmore Park Town Square, located in South Asheville, is your one stop resource for everything from flowers to fine dining. Whether preparing for a weekend getaway or staying in the area, the shops, restaurants, and entertainment at Biltmore Park have everything you need to impress your loved ones with a unique and successful Valentine's Day. In fact, with all of the amenitites, you can plan your entire holiday around the town center, keeping the stress of tight schedules with dinner reservations, movie times, and gift shopping to a minimum.

Modeled after the main streets of the past, Biltmore Park is pedestrian-friendly and community-focused. Everything you need is in walking distance, and the beautiful landscaping and sustainable designs promise to offer a high-quality experience. If all of this sounds great, but you are still struggling with making plans, try looking to these ideas for inspiration.

12:00 p.m.–Enjoy a leisurely lunch at Perk's Coffee Shop and Deli. It's the perfect place to get a caffeine boost so that you can make the most of your Valentine's Day.

1:00 p.m.–After lunch, walk across the street to Blossoms. Their open design space and elegant decorations lend themselves to the florists' creative arrangements. Single? Treat yourself to a bouquet of fresh lillies to brighten up your day. Attached? Let the floral designers help you find the perfect arrangement to express your love.

1:30 p.m.–Valentine's Day is a wonderful excuse to get pampered. Sensibilities Spa offers an array of services and products, including couples' massages. Visit their website to learn about package deals.

4:30 p.m.–Feeling relaxed yet? Polish your Valentine's look with a new haircut and style at Natural Impressions, an Aveda concept salon with a full Aveda retail center.

5:30 p.m.–Speaking of style, don't forget to stop by Talloni shoe salon. With great brand names and a luxurious atmosphere, you're sure to find a must-have pair.

6:45 p.m.–Head over to P.F. Chang's for dinner. The restaurant is elegant, modern, and, of course, has one of the most delicious menus in Asheville. Try the beef short ribs with pineapple rice or maybe the Singapore street noodles. But don't forget that Valentine's Day just isn't complete without something sweet. For dessert, indulge with the Great Wall of Chocolate. Call 828-681-2975 for reservations.

9:00 p.m.–Take a stroll over to the Regal Biltmore Grande Stadium 15. With stadium seating, the theater is the first of its kind in Asheville. And don't forget that if you miss your movie time, the theater has 15 screens, so there are sure to be plenty of other options.

Have a wonderful Valentine's Day everyone! And if you've already made planes, don't forget to stop by Biltmore Park Town Square soon; these activities can make any day special.