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Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor's Indulgent Valentine's Day Getaway

If your idea of Valentine's Day delight is something truly exotic, Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor Siem Reap in Cambodia is offering an indulgent escapade. The 2011 Enchanting Escape Valentine's experience includes a three-night stay in one of just two villas in the historical Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor's private gardens, private butler service, excursions to the cultural heart of Cambodia, and, dining in designer style at an intimate gala dressed by award-winning haute textile designer, Eric Raisina.

Moments that make this particular package an unforgettable adventure are a 30-minute balloon ride with champagne for an aerial view of the ancient temples; an adventure sightseeing trip in a 1950s Jeep, accompanied by a private guide imparting the legends and fables of Khmer kings; champagne breakfast in a jungle temple; and the Amrita Grand Indulgence with 3 hours 50 minutes of pampering, wellness treatments at the renowned RafflesAmrita Spa for him and her.

When you arrive at Siem Reap International Airport your private butler awaits with champagne and chocolates and refreshments. A BMW stretch limousine takes you to the hotel where a welcome array of tropical fruits and Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé Champagne is waiting at your villa. A romantic dinner prepared and served by the moonlit pool and the Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor will give the guests an Eric Raisina dress for her and a new Panama for him. The package is valid from February 11 to February 20 and costs $15,670.

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Angkor Wat and Amansara for Valentine's Day

by Matthew Collins (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Luxury Travel & Hotels

Romantic standbys abound when looking for the proper place to woo that special someone. But why be so predictable when you can spend Valentine's Day in lovely Cambodia. Sure, it doesn't sound that luxurious, but the folks over at Aman Resorts have created a little haven near the entrance to the Angkor archaeological area. In what was once a royal guest house, Amansara was born. The facility was built by King Norodom Sihanouk in the 1960s and was recently refurbished into an super exclusive hotel. Only 24 suites comprise this modernist hideaway with stark bathrooms and private gardens.

When you are not soaking in the luxury of the hotel, you can learn about the Khmer dynasties that built the temple complexes that fill the Angkor Wat area. Small group tours and guides are included in your guest experience. What better place to pop the question or renew commitments that during a sunrise or sunset at the temples of Angkor. The new spa featuring local Cambodian treatments is ideal for relaxing after a strenuous day of hiking the temples. So jump off the beaten path of romance and venture to southeast Asia for a romantic walk through history.

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