Despite what the media makes you think: there’s nothing wrong or un-special about a Valentine’s Day at your house or condo in Thailand. In fact, sometimes the hustle and bustle of Bangkok can just be way too much to handle on a day that’s meant for relaxing with your loved one.
You don’t have to spend Valentine’s Day in a fancy restaurant—you can make your house or even condo into the absolute best location for a Valentine’s Day in Bangkok that will really impress your significant other, while also giving your home some TLC.
Instant Brownie Points: Prepare by Getting Your House Clean
Valentine’s Day and dirty dishes just don’t go together. When your significant other comes back home to a clean house they will immediately take notice of the evidently hard work that you (or your maid…) put in to making a comfortable environment for the both of you to enjoy. It’s a great excuse to get your place cleaned up as well.
Decorate Your House for Valentine’s Day
In Thailand, decorations can come extremely cheap, which is great for those who are decorating on a budget. The trick here though is to put up these decorations in a way that doesn’t look cheap. Stick to just one article of décor, and leave it at that. Don’t overwhelm your house or condo with a variety of streamers, window stickers, ornaments and rose petals. Just pick one of those things and your decor will immediately look more tasteful. Of course the most tasteful and traditional décor are flowers and candles, and going all-out with these two things is sure to make a big impact.
Pick a Valentine’s Day at Home Activity
There are a few things you can do to make your Valentine’s Day at your own house or condo extra special. The trick to doing it right is to do something out of the ordinary. Here are some ideas:
- For a dinner at home on Valentine’s Day, mix it up by turning it into a picnic, complete with a blanket and basket, on your living room floor.
- If you order takeout and watch a movie for Valentine’s Day, make the setting special with extra pillows or cushions, tea-light candles and a special dessert that you take out as a surprise half way through the film.
- If you have a spa day at home, buy nice bathrobes and slippers for you both to wear as you prepare for a nice rose-petal bubble bath with music in the background.
- Turn your house or condo bedroom into a hotel suite by putting on some new, luxurious sheets and hanging out in bed with a silver-platter of strawberries and chocolate fondu, chilled wine and (again) comfy bathrobes at the ready.
How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day in Thailand? Do you spend it in your own house or condo, or do you hi the town? Tell us in the comment section below!
