Ultimate Romantic Getaway Can Be Found In Southeast Ohio Hocking Hills Provides Special Valentine's Day Deals

    LOGAN, OH, February 03, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- When it comes to setting the mood for romance, Hocking Hills is no novice. Whether it's rekindling an old flame romance, sparking a new romance or just getting away with a loved one, it's easily done in southeast Ohio. On Saturday, Feb. 13, Hocking Hills will kick off the romance season with the annual Sweethearts Hike to Ash Cave. The hike runs from 5 - 7 p.m. and includes a cozy fire and free refreshments.

"For the last-minute romantic who failed to make a reservation, a Hocking Hills getaway gift certificate is the perfect gift for their Valentine," said Hocking Hills Tourism Association Executive Director Karen Raymore. "Beyond our spectacular scenery and the peaceful surroundings, our cabin operators, inns, hotels and even our restaurants and attractions are gifted at helping couples who visit the area share the kind of special time together that can truly enhance their relationship."

The ideal place for a quiet couples getaway, a Hocking Hills is offering many romantic packages, deals and discounts for Valentine's Day, including:

- $20.00 off a 90-minute Valentine's weekend massage from Blue Valley Massage
- "Dinner for Two" special, Feb. 12-14 just $39.99 at Millstone BBQ, including two entrees and two sides
- 10% sweetheart discount at Sunrise Log Cabins
- The Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls "Honey LoveInn Package," Feb. 12-15, starts at $799, includes gourmet picnic, rose petal bed, homemade chocolates, aromatic candles, couples massage and dinner; Add couple's photo session for $99.
- Deer Mountain Retreats two-night Romance Package, available throughout February, starting at $445; includes romantic music, sparkling cider, candles, bed of rose petals, couple's massage and a $10 toward lunch or dinner at the Inn & Spa at Cedar Falls.
- February 5-19, receive third night free at Bear's Den Cottages, includes $20 off massage or treatment, bottle of organic red wine and fair trade chocolates
- Magic of Champagne on Ice at Four Seasons, includes fine dining at the Sandstone or Brass Ring Restaurant and 30-minute couple's massage, just $195
- A special three-course candlelight Valentine's Dinner at Rockbridge (Dinners from $30-$47/ person. Reservations required.)
- Glenlaurel Inn Recommitment Package, any Monday-Thursday in February; two-night stay, two dinners, romance package and private recommitment ceremony included, $446 to $609 plus tax
- Happy Hills Campground & Cabins is featuring a two-night stay in their 1920s Farmhouse, just $575 including five-course dinner and couple's massage
- Free romantic "Bed of Roses," valued at $39, from Good Earth Cabins with each Valentine's weekend reservation, includes roses scattered across the bed, a single rose and specialty chocolates
- Romantic Rendezvous package, available throughout February at Bear Run Inn Cabins & Cottages include floral arrangement, chocolate-covered strawberries, a dozen roses and more
- Smoke Rise Ranch Valentine's Package is $582 and includes two nights in the Ranch House, four hours of horseback riding and dinner at Rhapsody in Nelsonville
- Hocking Hills Cabins offers three packages; Fireside Romance Special for $99 includes midweek night in a one-bedroom cabin, firewood, candles, robes, slippers; $139 Romantic Valentine Special includes one night midweek, dozen roses, candles, chocolates and small fireside bundle; $199 Valentine Photo Special includes romantic overnight stay and personal Hocking Hills photo session with photographer Eric Hoffman
- Ravenswood Castle also offers three special Valentine packages available Sat., Feb. 6 or Sat., Feb. 13; Sweetheart Package starts $188.90 for two and includes room, dinner and complimentary breakfast; You Are My Valentine Package starts at $303.90 and includes two nights accommodations, dinner Saturday night and breakfast each day; Valentine Dinner Package features romantic dinner at $39.50 on Saturday night
- Give a gift certificate! Schedule a tree climb with EarthJoy Adventures before Feb. 28 and receive 25% off for any climb during the 2010 season
- Pizza Crossing is featuring a heart-shaped pizza Valentine's Day weekend

Located 40 miles southeast of Columbus, Ohio, Hocking Hills offers once-in-a-lifetime experiences that make every day feel like Saturday, with plenty of Admission: FREE activities. The region boasts a wide variety of affordable lodging, from camping, cabins and cottages to hotels and inns. In addition to hiking trails, parks and forests, the Hocking Hills area offers unique gift and antique shops, canoeing, horseback riding, golf and more. Complete traveler information is available www.1800Hocking.com or 1-800-Hocking (800-462-5464).

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