A Little Bit Bad (In a Good Way): A Valentine’s Gift Guide for Grown-Ups

GirlWellTravelled
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Yes, it is okay to say the word.

But Valentine’s Day doesn’t need another bunch of roses, another dinner reservation or another box of chocolates. Unless...

This year, we’re raising expectations. And being slightly naughtier about it. For those sun-soaked escapes, adult-only getaways and gifts that show you were thought of. Properly thought of.

Gifts for the Naughty One on Your List

Abstract red and pink Valentine's passion. Art with swirls and bubbles. The background is of circular patterns and organic shapes. — **Temptation's Button**

If your idea of romance comes with a minimal dress code, Desire Resorts and Temptation Resorts are already calling. These are not blink-and-you’ll-miss-it weekend breaks. They’re bold, playful and unapologetically couples only. The ultimate Valentine’s Day gifts for the less inhibited.

Abstract art with red roses, butterflies and swirling patterns on a red and white background. Bold colours evoke the desire and passion of Valentine's Day. — **Your Heart's Desire**

Add a cruise into the mix and you have a Valentine’s Day stretching into a week. Seven days of the Caribbean's blue, long warm nights and all the mischief to keep things exciting long after you’re back on dry land.

For When Chocolate Isn’t Enough

Sometimes the best gifts come with a confirmation email. Private cooking experiences for just the two of you in the Amalfi. The wind taking your sails in an amorous end of day afternoon sun, is anything but innocent. Or taking to the sky with a flight over New York City because some views are best taken a 'mile high'.

Viator experiences make it easy to turn 'we should do this sometime' into 'pack light, I've got a surprise for you.'

Pair that with a Skyscanner flight deal and Valentine’s Day becomes far less predictable and

a lot more fun. Extra points if the luggage case is packed and the destination stays secret until the departure board says so.

A Little Bit Bad (In a Good Way)

For late nights in (or mornings after), the Taschen x Dian Hanson's Little Big Book of... and Little Big Book of... series hits that sweet spot between art book and conversation starter. Playful, provocative and impossible to hide on a coffee table. Which, frankly, is half the appeal.

Consider it the literary equivalent of raising an eyebrow and saying nothing at all.

Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be good. A little risk, a little spontaneity and Valentine's gifts that thrill. Go a very long way.

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