From Nigeria to Nicaragua, from the Congo to the Vatican, from South Africa to Argentina, and from continent to continent, Valentine’s Day is a romantic occasion when the old become young at heart again, and the young revel in the exhilaration of being in love.

Yes, of loving and of being loved. But then, this globally romantic occasion presents two initial challenges to people worldwide: What to do, or Things to do on a Valentine’s Day; and Gift ideas for a Valentine’s Day occasion. Let’s take the first challenge first, okay?

1. Things To Do on a Valentine’s Day

You wouldn’t be the only one to be at a loss for what to do with your lover on Valentine’s Day typically. But the following might be a good lead on what to do:

i. Go on a romantic date: Going on a romantic date with your special someone seasons up the spirit of Valentine’s Day when you go to the beaches, wildlife parks, and tourist resorts like Disney World in Orlando, Florida, or just visiting a restaurant to order for your favorite menu in a quiet secluded area of an eatery where you could just gaze into your lover’s eyes and fathom the depths of love.

Here are some affordable local restaurants you can visit in Omole, Ogba, Aguda, Berger, and areas in Ojodu LCDA, Lagos. Snookerhouse & Lounge (Ojodu) is also a great place to visit with your special someone

ii. Cook a special dish: Imagine reversing roles and cooking a special dish with exotic recipes for your wife or girlfriend for a change, and imagine serving her in bed that special dish she so much loves.

Such little acts make Valentine’s Day a day to be remembered for a long time to come for special memories.

2. Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas

Gift ideas for celebrating the 2022 Valentine’s Day occasion might be divided into three areas: Gift ideas for men; gift ideas for women; gift ideas for kids, and others.

a. Valentine’s Day gift ideas for men: It is necessary to understand some personal things and preferences in your man to be able to know what gifts to buy him for romantic occasions like Valentine’s Day. Is your man a sportsman, a working student, a top business executive, an artist, or a bookman? What are his preferences, and what are his styles? Knowledge of these would help give you the needed 2023 Valentine’s Day gift ideas you need. But then, the following are gift ideas you could give to men:

1. 1. Men’s fragrances
   2. Fashion wears
   3. Car Diffusers
   4. Wallets
   5. Exotic wristwatches
   6. Books and CDs
   7. Ties, bows and

b. Valentine’s Day gift ideas for women: Women generally love soft and emotional gifts, and it might also be a good idea if you knew what your special someone loves and would like to have among others. You could consider the following 2022 Valentine’s Day gift ideas for your woman:

1. 1. Jewellery
   2. Flower bouquets
   3. Chocolate and vanilla creams
   4. Perfumes and body sprays
   5. Fashion wears and accessories
   6. Customized cards

c. Valentine’s Days gift ideas for kids: Kids don’t often miss out on the excitement of Valentine’s Day, and it might be a good idea to consider the following gifts to buy for kids during this romantic period:

1. 1. Stuffed toys
   2. Storybooks
   3. Educational CDs/DVDs
   4. Chocolates and vanilla creams
   5. Special hand-made crafts
   6. Educational games, cards, dresses, etc.

d. Valentine’s Day gift ideas for others: You might find it necessary to express your love and appreciation to your boss, landlord, driver, workers, neighbors, and associates during this period. In addition to the above-listed gift ideas, you might equally consider the following and even modify them to suit your particular needs and situations:

1. 1. Customized and personalized gifts
   2. Embroidered handkerchiefs with names and events embroidered or embossed.
   3. Handcrafted baskets
   4. Flower bouquets
   5. Customized cards
   6. Exotic plants like bonsai, orchids, poinsettias, lilies, cactus, tulips, etc.

For male and female designer perfume in 100% undiluted perfume oils, Car Diffuser in 30+ fragrances, Reed Diffusers, Pot Pourri, etc contact Muhito Perfumery on 08053523754 for their 2023 Valentine’s Day packages.

Planning on taking your lady on a romantic date? You can have her glammed in time by professional makeup artists in Ojodu LCDA, the likes of DazzlePlus Beauty Palace (0803 864 2811) and Classietabbie Beauty Empire (07036789113) are always ready to deliver the best! Contact them and place your bookings.

For other vendors you might need like event decorators, drinks suppliers, ready-to-wear fashion houses, etc use Ojodu Business Directory to get their contacts.

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