South Australia's Valentine's Day ideas

GAZING into each other's eyes on a gondola ride or strutting the sexy salsa – South Australia is the place for lovers this Valentine's Day.

GAZING into each other's eyes on a gondola ride or strutting the sexy salsa – South Australia is the place for lovers this Valentine's Day.

GAZING into each other's eyes on a gondola ride or strutting the sexy salsa – South Australia is the place for lovers this Valentine's Day.

Swept off their feet

Re-live the aviation glory days and get a very different view of the Fleurieu Peninsula with a joyride in a classic plane. Adelaide Biplanes offers 30-minute flights in a Waco biplane, taking off from Aldinga before soaring over beaches, cliffs and vineyards.

Venice at home

Take in the city lights, the tree-lined parks and indulge in some of Australia's finest sparkling wines during a Venetian gondola ride on the River Torrens.

Combine your cruise with a romantic dinner at a restaurant or bring your own picnic basket to enjoy along the way.

Ballooning emotions

Share in the excitement as you help prepare the huge balloon in the calm of the dawn, float magically over the picturesque villages and vineyards of the beautiful Barossa Valley, and enjoy the ride of a life time .

Animal passions

"Love in the Park" Nightlife @ Cleland is a Valentine's Day guided nightwalk listening for things that go "bonk" in the night is an adults-only guided walk sure to entertain and inform. Learn about the breeding behaviours of Australian native wildlife. Bookings essential, call [phone].

Well and truly spoiled

As well as stunning accommodation, Novotel Barossa Valley Resort includes a day spa to make your stay even more enjoyable. Endota Spa has four treatment rooms, including a double room so two guests can enjoy spa pampering together. Enjoy facials, manicures, pamper treatments such as massages, bodywraps and more. Call [phone]

That's amore

Indulge with an Amore Package at the five-star Hyatt Regency Adelaide including complimentary breakfast, bottle of sparkling wine and 2pm check out.

Spoil your loved one with a dinner package at Riverside or Shiki restaurants.

Enjoy a complimentary glass of Moet and Chandon rose on arrival, followed by a delicious buffet or teppanyaki meal. Every lady dining receives piccolo of Moet and Chandon to take home. Call [phone]

Beachside bliss

Located on the Glenelg waterfront, the Stamford Grand is a perfect base for romantic walks on the beach. Enjoy champagne cocktail on arrival, a wine gift box and chocolate box. Two three-course meal packages are available. Call [phone]

Champagne service

Valentine's Day packages at Sfera's on the Park include accommodation for two in a deluxe spa or premier spa suite, as well as a chocolate gift, continental breakfast, and dinner for two at the intimate 1877 Restaurant, with champagne on arrival. Call [phone].

Be tempted

Swim with dolphins just 20 minutes from the city centre on a Temptation Sailing cruise. This is the perfect way to interact with these beautiful, playful creatures as you float beside Adelaide's endless sandy shoreline.

Wild things

Swimming is believing at stunning Baird Bay on Eyre Peninsula, one of few places in the world where you can swim with two very remarkable species – sea lions and dolphins – in shallow, sheltered waters.

Latin lovers

Dance the night away at the Latino Valentine's Salsa Party, with Hugo Salcedo and his TNT, an explosive 12-piece Latino orchestra, at the Governor Hindmarsh Hotel. Don't know how to dance Latino style? Latino Grooves will hold a free introductory class on the night.

It's our song

Feel the love when the Crown & Anchor holds The Big Valentine Luv-In with Adelaide musicians offering three love songs apiece. The line-up includes Leigh StarDust, Soursob Bob, Spindickle, Home For The Def, Andrew P Street, Courtney Rodd, Jonathon Crouch, Jon Von Bowman, Cookie Baker, Tom Barnes, King Daddy and The Ramonettes. Call [phone]

Refuge for singles

Women aged 20-ish to 40-ish and men 20-ish to 45-ish can join other singles at Garage Bar's VDay Bash, a distinctly love heart-free affair. The party will kick off at 6pm and guests arriving before 7pm will receive a complimentary drink. Call [phone] 447.

From the Sunday Mail

For more Valentine ideas, check out Valentines 2008