With Valentine's Day rapidly approaching, the shops are stocked full of red roses, pink champagne and heart-shaped goodies ready for people to treat their partners. But as new research from American Express has found Britons plan to spend £431 million on playing cupid this year, many people will be looking to go the extra mile to make this weekend a little bit special. American Express has provided its top tips on making this weekend truly special and unique.
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Remember their resolutions
Did your partner make any New Year resolutions or plans to tick something off their bucket list this year? With Valentine's falling over a weekend this year why not surprise them by arranging a weekend away or an experience gift, such as a hot air balloon ride.
Get printing
With so many people using smartphones to take photos and upload them on social media, the printed photo often gets overlooked. Use this Valentine's Day to get printing some of your fondest snaps and make a photo college or put the best ones in frames, so you can remember a time together that you cherish.
Consider staying in - it's the new going out
Staying at home doesn't have to mean takeaway pizza and pyjamas. Why not stock the fridge with all of their favourite foods from steak to sweet desserts? Thinking of the things they love shows that you care plus you can have a fun time creating a unique Valentine's Day meal.
Personalising the experience
If you are buying traditional gifts, having the item personalised shows that you have thought about the little touches. For example, having your favourite photo printed onto a bottle of champagne or two names glazed onto chocolate with your anniversary date could really impress.
Spend wisely
Valentine's Day can be expensive, so if you're planning on splashing out this year, make sure to be smart with your spending. The American Express Platinum Cashback Credit Card is offering a market-leading 5% Cashback on spend in the first three months, so you can maximise your Valentine's shopping as much as possible.
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