Hi...i'm planning to visit the Big Apple with my girlfriend for Valentine's weekend...we are thinking about staying at a hotel around mid-town....can anyone suggest some hotels around that area?....also since Valentine's day will fall into that same weekend...can someone suggest some romantic things/restaurants/places we can do/go? i would like to make it as romantic as possible...since we have been dating for about 3 years now and i'm really in love with her...thanx

oh...sorry...one thing i forgot to mention is the price range that i'm looking to spend...prices should be reasonable...but will consider spending a little more than what i might think it's reasonable..because after all it's not everyday that i get a chance to visit New York...

oh...sorry...one thing i forgot to mention is the price range that i'm looking to spend...prices should be reasonable...but will consider spending a little more than what i might think it's reasonable..because after all it's not everyday that i get a chance to visit New York...thanx...

River Cafe is a terrific spot for a romantic dinner. It's located right under the Brooklyn Bridge on the Brooklyn side and presents an unbelievable view of the city and the bridge. Just a gorgeous place, with great service and excellent view. I don't know if $65 per person for dinner is reasonable for you, but the atmosphere of the place can't be beat.

As long as Cosmo Kramer hasn't fed bad oats to the horse :^), a carriage ride around Central Park is VERY romantic.

Hotels should have weekend specials - try the Radison Empire - it is well located near Lincoln Center and Central Park. Or the Crowne Plaza on 42nd& Broadway. The staff there has always been surprisingly helpful and pleasant. Plan to walk a lot. There's a cool Russian restaurant called Firebird on (I think) West 46th. Little Italy is fun -- one restaurant after another all trying to get your business -- I just look for places with people who are enjoying their meals -- and have food on their plates that looks good to you!

River Cafe is excellent and well worth it. Also suggest Gramercy Tavern in the Flatiron district.

Not sure of your denomination, but a visit to St. Patrick's Cathedral followed with a swing by Rockefellar Plaza across the street is always a treat. If you're in the market for buying Valentines's Day gifts, let your girlfriend pick something out in the Diamond district off 5th Avenue (I think its near 45th). Its is a great place to see and comparison shop for jewelry. Ask for the price of gold by the gram and compare. Be careful if shopping for precious stones though.

As for a night out, Greenwich Village is always fun. Have agreat time !!