As we move deeper into the darkest days of winter, there is one bright spot that awaits you before the coming of spring and that, of course, is the holiday that celebrates love. Valentine’s Day falls during the coldest days of the season, but we believe that was strategic planning by whichever Hallmark biggies thought we needed another reason to buy cards! When it is cold outside and you can’t feel your fingers and toes what better way to warm up than by cuddling and snuggling with the one you love most? Of course, there are other ways to celebrate the most romantic holiday of the year and if you are seeking a little extra warmth, we at the Brick Hotel think a visit to Oceanside, California, and a stay in our Brick Hotel love nests will take your celebration to the next level of wonderful! This guide to your romantic escape to Oceanside will help you plan the romantic getaway in Southern California that will secure your title of Best Gift Giver EVER!
Sunrise, Sunset
There’s something about California you may not have realized at the time you started planning this getaway. Our sunrises and sunsets are life-changing and are best experienced while walking hand in hand on the beach with your favorite human. The dark skies of pre-dawn slowly lighten, changing the sky from inky black to dusky gray, and then morphs into a kaleidoscope of colors that can only be seen to be believed. The mornings are still cool in the winter months, so feel free to cuddle close together as you marvel over the show in the sky, or if early rising sounds like too much work, a sunset walk on the beach offers another version of the wonders in the morning and with temperatures in the 70s and 80s, you can walk barefoot through the golden soft sand and never feel a chill!
Cruisin’ for Whales
The first time you witness a majestic gray whale breaching the surface of the water is destined to be something that stuns and a romantic morning whale-watching cruise with Next Level Sailing promises to be an experience you will want to repeat over and over again. Casting off at 11 AM every morning (including Valentine’s Day, which falls on a Tuesday in 2023.) January through April is the best time to view gray whales and humpback whales, and Next Level Sailing will take you and your love to the spots where the viewing is best! And because this tour group also allows pets, you may get to cuddle with your sweetie while petting one of your new dog friends, creating a cruise that is perfect in every way!
A Meal to Remember
Another popular Valentine’s tradition that should not be ignored is the romantic meal. Sitting across the table from the one you love, enjoying the taste of a fine dinner as you enjoy the sight of your loved one happy and at ease is one of life’s greatest pleasures. And because we love tradition at the holidays, a meal at Hunter Steakhouse is one that will please your soul. Located at 1221 Vista Way, you won’t find a white tablecloth in sight but dim lights, wood tables, and thick and juicy steaks will add up to create a moment in time you will never forget.
A Night at the Theater
Follow up your delicious meal at Hunter Steakhouse with a live performance at the historic Sunshine Brooks Theater. The Oceanside Theater company will give you a night to remember, performing the classics (their annual Christmas performances are charming and much loved!) and giving guests a chance to escape into a world of magic and drama.
A Night In with the Brick Hotel
The only thing better than a night on the town in Oceanside is choosing to spend this most romantic night of the year at home with the Brick Hotel! Watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean from the balcony outside your home sweet vacation home, putter around the cozy kitchen creating a meal of your favorite foods, and spend a happy evening doing whatever you want while wearing your comfy clothes! There is no need to make reservations as your space is open to you for your entire stay and if watching rom-coms on television while cuddling together on the comfortable sofas we offer sounds like heaven, we are certainly glad we can provide that option! After a big meal, you can head to the beach again, walking off the extra calories on moonlit beaches and if you haven’t gathered up the strength to ask that big question yet, we can honestly say you won’t find a more perfect time to drop to one knee and bring out the tiny box! Reserve your favorite love nest today!
