When you are tired of being cold and you miss the sunshine, even as it sparkles from your Valentine’s eyes, it is time to make your way south for the most romantic day of the year. Wondering how far south? We at Stay In Cocoa Beach think heading straight to our town and our beautiful and romantic love nests should be just far enough and this guide will help you fill the seconds, minutes, and hours of Valentine’s Day in Cocoa Beach with love, fun, and excitement!
Real life is exhausting, and traveling many miles doesn’t make you any less tired, although it may not seem romantic at first, we can promise the benefits of a “lie-in” are wonderful on every level. Even if you are awake, snuggling under the softest linens, talking about the plans for the day ahead, and just delaying the ultimate moment of having to place your feet on the floor next to the bed, these early moments will be the ones you return to in your mind on the crazy days that lie ahead in real life.
While most people concentrate on dinner as the romantic meal of the day (and we will have some suggestions for that, later down the page) we see breakfast as offering another opportunity for a meal filled with love and emotion. Maybe this will be the day you start a new tradition of serving your Valentine a breakfast in bed, being sure not to forget the mimosas, or maybe a Valentine’s Day brunch is what makes both your hearts beat a little quicker. If the former is your favorite idea, our fully equipped kitchens will help the meal-making process go smoothly even if you do nothing more than serve donuts and mimosas. For a love-filled Valentine’s brunch, Whisk & Grind, located at 410 N Atlantic Avenue, offers a hearty menu of your breakfast favorites, all designed to fuel up your bodies in the most delicious of ways.
As the sun shines down on your adventures for Valentine’s Day in Cocoa Beach and warm temperatures invite you to keep the heavy coat you traveled in hanging in your closet, not be used until your return to reality, the waters that make Cocoa Beach such a beloved vacation destination may be calling and our first sea-themed adventure will take place a board a couple of colorful kayaks. Rent your own from Cocoa Kayaking, 5000 Tom Warriner Boulevard, following the maps or instructions provided by helpful staff or let the knowledgeable guides at Fin Expeditions lead you to the best spots on the water. Located at 599 Ramp Road, their sunset tours will give you yet another romantic adventure.
One of our favorite couple’s activities is a massage and Cocoa Beach Spa, (321) 613-2943 is known for having the best hands in the business. Serving Cocoa Beach for over 15 years, their couple’s massages are completed with soft music, aromatherapy, and steamed towels in a room built for two. The beds will be side by side and as you lose yourself in the moment, a quick glance, a quiet comment, and the sighs that can be heard from both of you will serve as reminders that you are not alone.
Now is the time to discuss the most beautiful way to end a day of love and romance, and of course, we are talking about the Valentine’s Day meal. There are, in our minds, three requirements for a perfect holiday meal: The food should be local seafood, the meal should include views of the sun setting over the sea, and your Valentine should be sitting in the chair across from you. We all remember the days when we would share a booth with our loves, but the reality is you want to look in their eyes with every bite, and you just can’t do that when sitting side by side. Our favorite romantic restaurant brings us back to Cocoa Beach Pier, Pier 62 Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar, which offers a patio that looks over the sea, (see requirement number 1) fresh seafood harvested from the waters around the pier (requirement two can be checked off) and of course, your Valentine staring across the table at you with stars in her eyes.
Now, except for the couple’s massage and the kayak tours, all the above activities can be enjoyed by just the two of you in the love nest you chose to make your own. Fully equipped kitchens invite lovebirds to create meals together, comfy couches placed in front of state-of-the-art televisions encourage watching Hallmark movies together, and patios and balconies staring out on the most beautiful of views offer the best sightings of the Florida sunset. Reserve your favorite escape today!
When you’ve reached the point in your marriage when you can celebrate longevity and success, it’s exactly the right time to book an anniversary vacation to Cocoa Beach! This fantastic Florida getaway is the perfect place to enjoy quality time together under the sun, focusing on the fun and how far you’ve come since your wedding day. The following are just a few of the many reasons to spend your next wedding anniversary here, making the most of time together in style.
A true highlight of a visit this way for travelers is found right in the name…the beach! When you make your way to Cocoa Beach, Florida to celebrate your next wedding anniversary, enjoying time on the sand and savoring a romantic picnic for two is the way to go. Couples will find there’s no shortage of options in this area when it comes to pristine shorelines to enjoy. There’s something wonderfully refreshing about dining on your favorite delights while watching the waves roll in at a leisurely pace. It’s a chance to relax, enjoy the flavors you love most and relish a wonderful setting that’s ideal for a wedding anniversary celebration.
If you and your partner are a couple with a shared passion for all things outdoors, a wedding anniversary trip to Lori Wilson Park while you’re in Cocoa Beach is a must! This beautiful and inspiring destination is found at 1500 N. Atlantic Avenue and offers visitors a stunning seaside space to relax and enjoy or explore at will. The park hosts pristine beaches as well as dunes and coastal hammocks. The pavilions are a place to settle in and enjoy the sights while the trails provide a tantalizing route to follow for wildlife watchers and nature photographers alike. From the BBQ grills to the gentle surf that lap at your feet while you stroll hand-in-hand, it’s a place where it’s easy to linger longer than you originally planned.
Kick back in coastal style together and toast to a great marriage when you make your way to the Rikki Tiki Tavern when you’re in town to celebrate love. Located at 401 Meade Avenue, this casual cocktail lounge is loved for its location at the end of the Cocoa Beach Pier. Situated 800 feet out over the waves, Rikki Tiki Tavern offers guests unsurpassed ocean views as well as cozy seating, friendly service, and a lineup of cocktails that’s sure to please the palate! The thatched roof adds to the vibrant fun here while the full bar is just as inviting of a place to snuggle up to. They’re open from 11:00 am until 9:00 pm Sunday through Thursday with extended hours until 10:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Beyond the delicious drink selections, the menu here hosts everything from lobster club sandwiches and grilled vegetable wraps to pier burgers, grouper and grilled pineapple chicken wraps just to name a few!
For all of the land-based fun that a wedding anniversary in Cocoa Beach offers, it might just be the water excursions that work as the cherry on top. Those couples who can’t wait to relish every romantic moment will find that booking a sunset cruise with Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours is a fantastic choice. A premier provider of on-the-water tours in the area since 2002, Cocoa Beach Dolphin Tours is a trusted company that offers private charters and group wildlife-watching experiences alike. Their sunset cruises are popular among romance seekers with good reason. These 90-minute experiences cruise down the Banana River and offer up sweeping views of the colors as they dash across the sky in the evening. It’s a moment you simply won’t want to miss!
Enhancing your Cocoa Beach anniversary by incorporating romantic accommodations is a breeze for couples who book through Stay in Cocoa Beach. Our property options can be reserved to include specific views, dimensions, and even luxurious extras like hot tubs and easy beach access. Spacious and stylish, those who book a stay will find plenty of reasons to linger. Whether you’re serving up a home-style dish in a full kitchen on-site that you both love to celebrate, or cozying up to watch a romantic movie, our property options promise to inspire. Reach out to our team today to learn more about our incredible selection of anniversary rentals available across Cocoa Beach. We’ll handle the details of your stay so that when you arrive, you only have to focus on the fun that awaits! Our team is here to make sure you have the luxury and elegance in the place you deserve during your anniversary getaway while also being settled in a home away from home that keeps you close to the places you can’t wait to explore!