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5 thoughtful gifts that don't require much thought

Valentine's Day is prime season for florists, with floral sales capturing 40 percent of holiday dollar volume, according to data collected by IPSOS-Insight FloralTrends Consumer Tracking Study. While flowers -- particularly mixed flower and red rose bouquets -- may comprise the leading gifts for romantic gifters, many others are looking to buck the flowers-and-chocolate trend this year and offer something more unique.
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14 romantic movies to share

Dinner and a movie have been a dating staple for generations. On Valentine's Day, couples often opt to stick with what works and dine out and then catch a flick -- either at the theater or curled up on the sofa at home.
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Romantic locales ideal for Valentine's Day

Part of the excitement of Valentine's Day is taking the person you love to a romantic locale. Romantic tourism continues to be big business, according to Conde Nast. While much of the romantic retreats that take place are honeymoon-related, there are some couples who want to share their love in a romantic spot other times of the year, like Valentine's Day. If budget is no obstacle, then it is easy to jet off to Paris or Rome, two of the world's most romantic locales. Many find, however, that they will need to settle on a romantic location much closer to home for reasons of practicality.
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Explore poetry for sentiments of love

"How do I Love thee? Let me count the ways." - Elizabeth Barrett Browning

Come Valentine's Day, many people feel compelled to spout words of love to those they care about. However, it may have been some time since they engaged in a little creative writing. The option to select a mass-produced, store-bought card instead can be very tempting.
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