Mt. Rainier, WA-Drive out winter's chill with a little volcanic
romance this Valentine's Day. Various lodging properties and dining
establishments around Mt. Rainier are offering sweet specials on dinners and
romantic getaways. Bring skis or snowshoes and add adventure to romance,
or simply pull up the covers and snuggle down at a cozy mountainside
retreat.
LOVE BITES!
Enumclaw Wine and Chocolate Festival
Celebrate the finer things in life this February 7 and
8. The Enumclaw Wine and Chocolate
Festival will feature 24 Washington wineries pouring over 80 unique wines to
sip and savor. Twenty chocolatiers will
offer samples for pairing and purchase, while wine and specialty gift vendors,
live music, and entertainment add to the fun.
Dinner and appetizers are available too.
Hours are Friday from 4 -10 p.m., Saturday from 2-10 p.m. Must be 21 to participate. Please bring ID. More >>
National Park Inn,
Ashford
Romance starts in the
kitchen at the National Park Inn February 14 and 15. A special four
course dinner begins with spiced soup or salad, followed by seared scallops or
oysters on the half shell. Course three offers a choice of King Salmon
Roulade with scallop mousse, Filet Mignon with prawns, or a roasted vegetable
risotto. Complete dinner by sharing assorted truffles, chocolate dipped
strawberries and Chantilly cream. Snuggle together afterward by the fire
in the common room, or choose to extend the evening in a cozy mountainside
room. Reservations are required. For more information call
360-569-2770 or visit the National Park Inn website.
Kelly's Mercantile,
Enumclaw
Tantalize the tongue
with a five course dinner and wine pairings at Kelly's Mercantile in Enumclaw.
Live music is also on the menu at this espresso, wine bar and
restaurant. Kelly's uses only fair trade, organic espresso and
specializes in offering sustainable and unique wines. Gluten free, dairy free,
vegetarian and vegan options are always available. Special five-course
Valentine's Day dinner is $65 per person. For reservations and more
information call 360-284-2333 or email kellysmercantile@skynetbb.com.
The Summit House,
Crystal Mountain Resort
Hot Pot for two at
6,782! The Summit House restaurant is Washington State's highest fine
dining restaurant, sitting atop Crystal Mountain 6,782 feet above sea level.
It is perched just 12 miles (as the crow flies)from Mt Rainier,
offering one of the best up close Mt. Rainier viewing experiences around.
Half the fun is getting there. Ride the cherry-red gondola from the base
of the resort to the top in just under 10 minutes. The ambiance will set
the mood; the menu will seal the deal. Try the Winter Ciopinno or a Bison
Bacon Bleu burger. Sharing the Hot Pot atop an iron skillet will warm the
heart. Lunch is available daily. For more information visit the Crystal Mountain Resort website.
ROMANCE ON THE RAILS
Mount Rainier Scenic
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All Aboard the Valentine's
Express Train on Saturday, February 15! Bundle up your special
someone and celebrate Valentine's weekend with a nostalgic train ride through
the forest and foothills of Mt. Rainier. Step back in time on a vintage
passenger car pulled by the iconic 1950's era F9 Diesel Electric, "the old
guard." Ticket includes train ride and goody bag with snacks to
savor on the train. Nosh on tasty treats, enjoy the journey and relive
the romance of a bygone era. Rides are at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and tickets
are $39 per person. Discounts are available for seniors, AAA and
military. Click here to purchase tickets. For more information
visit www.mrsr.org or call 1-888-STEAM-11.
ROMANCE ON A DIME
Wilderness Edge Cabin, Ashford
Stay any two nights during Valentine's week at in this
quaint cabin and receive 25 percent off.
Mention this special to receive the discount. For more information call 360-569-2596 or
visit the Wilderness Edge Cabin website.
Visit Rainier is a
not-for-profit, non-membership destination marketing organization that promotes
tourism in the gateway communities around Mt. Rainier
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