Britain on the Cheap

At Dukes of St James’s for Valentine’s, couples can split up for a bit, then reunite over dinner. One partner may relax in the steam room or work out in the gym, while the other is pampered with a rose oil body massage. In your room, you’ll find a chilled bottle of champagne and hand-made [...]

The Academy, a Georgian boutique hotel in the heart of London’s West End, is pampering couples with a luxury room for two, champagne on ice, fresh roses, chocolate-dipped strawberries, bubble bath and breakfast in bed. From $315/£195 per night all inclusive. The Academy has two private gardens, a library, and Georgian conservatory exclusive to hotel [...]

London’s Vinopolis will be celebrating Valentine’s Day weekend with two big events. On Feb. 13, Vinopolis will host a Valentine’s Day Laughter Lounge, featuring three top acts, an MC and food and drink for $21/£12 in advance, $25/ £15 at the door. On Feb. 14,  it’s a self-guided ‘Valentine’s Tour’ together with live flamenco entertainment [...]