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About Valentine’s Day 
 
Over the centuries, Valentine’s Day has changed from one form to another. Initially an ancient custom of honouring the Roman God of Fertility, this festival has had many connotations, and has ended up as the festival of romance as we know it today. It was once believed that this day was when birds propose to each other. Another belief is that it was the day of St: Valentines’ martyrdom. And even though these stories have changed over the years, the essence of Valentine’s Day’s festivities has remained the same.

The History of Valentine’s Day
 
Lupercalia was an ancient Roman festival of fertility that involved some very bizarre rituals such as animal sacrifices and blood rites. Around 494 CE, the Christian Church appropriated this as the Feast of Purification. This is the earliest record of any festivals occurring on the day. Later on, honouring one or two early saints named Valentinus, 14th February was celebrated as the feast of St. Valentine. The day was first associated with romantic love in the 14th century, when a certain tradition of courtly love had started to flourish among the crème-de-la-crème of the society. It had evolved into an occasion for lovers to present flowers, confectionary and greeting cards later on in the 18th century. And since the celebration saw a boom subsequently, mass produced greeting cards stepped in to the scene. Today, Valentine’s day is celebrated across the globe with gifts of chocolates, flowers, jewellery and romantic dinners, and is a significant cultural, religious, and commercial celebration of romance.

The best gift for your loved one
 
For all of you with a significant other in your life, a day to commemorate them is probably the most important day of your lives. Any doubts about that might end up in trouble! Make sure that on this day you gift the other person something good! Most people say that any gift that is personal is a good gift and that it doesn’t matter what it is. You can keep telling yourself that. The truth is that no gift is good if not impressive. When it comes to an impressive Valentine’s Day gift, nothing comes close to celebrating the occasion than a Valentine’s Day cruise on Sydney Harbour! There might be better material gifts that are suited for the occasion, but there are very few things that can replace an original experience. Talk about a personal gift that is also impressive! Let yourself off of your busy schedule and let go on this cruise. It doesn’t matter what you are celebrating, a meeting of someone new, or to keep up the freshness of your relationship, a Valentine’s Day cruise is sure to keep you both entertained throughout the evening.

On board a Sydney Harbour Valentine’s Day cruise, you will get to enjoy one of the best views of Sydney Harbour along with your loved one! Enjoy a tasty meal, indulge in some quality wines and you are set for the night! Experience the best of what Sydney has to offer on your special day! Make your Valentine’s Day a truly one-of-a-kind experience!
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