Guys:
Let me help you out for this upcoming Holy of Holiest of Holiday's. Bigger than Christmas. Bigger than Birthday's. I propose to you that Valentine's Day is the Holy of Holy for your lady. I know this because my wife has told me so. And she is right...Right!
Ok, so for you gentlemen looking for a great way to spice up the relationship or impress that beautiful someone the InterContinental is the place to do it!!
First, the rooms are exquisitly decorated. When you walk into the rooms the warmth of the dark woods and "Film Noir" lighting speak of the pending "heat" awaiting the lucky couple sharing the room. The bed--most important here because you should be spending most of the time in it--is splendid. Filled with large crisps fluffy white pillows and white bedding it is truly falling into clouds-- you don't want to move. Now, I have stayed there with my Conejolita (that's my wife of 30 years as of this June) three or four times. Each room had the same set up with a sliding panel above the bed that when opened revealed the bathroom. But, not just the bathroom but a stylish large tub with jets and decorative hardware...it fits TWO.
Now, if you plan ahead GENTLEMEN--that's a hint. If you plan ahead, get yourself some great wine(more then one!), cheese, grapes, humus, dark chocolate, fresh made bread and a bit of hard salami and put together a small basket. Now don't forget the napkins and plates. Book one night at the InterContinental and you will be a hero. Because you rescue Romance from the grips of sitcom tv and the couch!
Here's the catch, to take true advantage of the InterContinental's beauty and location you need to check in around 3pm (this is normal). But to make the date truly romantic, you need to have your lady in the room by 4pm...Why? Because you are not only going to give her an afternoon of hot tub, pampering, and love making, but you are going to watch a "chickflick" with her after the fireworks and then later you are going to take her out on the town and give her the nightlife. And don't give me that "I don't dance" stuff. The InterContinental has a great bar downstairs that is super-stylish. It has a fabulous selection of excellent wines, cushy atmosphere and good music light ly playing in the background. You should stop there for a drink around 9pm. Have one, then head out the front door into the world of great dining. You only have to walk 100 yards and on the water is a plethora of great restaurants. I am not going to tell you in this review where to go--(hahah)--but will say any place around there is a great choice. That's the point...the InterContinental allows you to have maxium "Romance-ability!"
So, after a great dinner, it's about 11:00pm now you walk down the street to the "Livingroom." It's a swanky club with two large bars that are arty. The place is loaded with couches and chairs over-stuffed and soooo comfy. There is music playing and lights flickering giving you that "city-night-club-I-am-out-with-the-hip-people-crowd-thing." And the funny thing is that you are!!! Now, have a martini, or something. Then order their Calamari and sit back and enjoy the view. It is a great place.
Whew, now...it's 1:30am. Your lady has her hand wrapped deep in yours. You can hear, in the silence as you walk back to the InterContinental, her complete happiness and contentment. You, my good fellow, have wooed her right tonight. You get back to the room. To that amazing bed and you tumble into the fluffiness awaiting. And your lady rolls atop you all smiles and kissy and says "what do you have planned for next year?'" And you look at her, cause she must be crazy. And you say cooly. "The InterContinental of course!!"
And you will, because it is a great place to stay.
- Boston Intercontinental
