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Hearts, Flowers, Wine and More
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Plan a romantic escape
to central Kentucky for Valentine’s Day
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Central Kentucky – January 2015 / Newsmaker Alert / Ask your Valentine the big question – “Be Mine?” – on a romantic getaway to the rolling countryside of central Kentucky. Bardstown, Harrodsburg, Shelbyville and Springfield invite you to snuggle up with your Significant Other and celebrate your amore, Kentucky-style.

Bardstown bids you romance
America’s “Most Beautiful Small Town” is also one of its most romantic. Celebrate and rekindle your love any time in February at the award-winning and historic Bourbon Manor, www.BourbonManor.com. Receive 25 percent off a couple’s massage with any reservation throughout the month of February or purchase a B&B Getaway Gift Card to include in your Valentine’s Day card and receive a $25 bonus for every $200 value. Gift cards may be redeemed at any time, no expiration date and no blackout dates.
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Hearts, Flowers, Wine and More: Plan a romantic escape to central Kentucky for Valentine's Day
Bardstown’s new Bourbon Manor is the world’s
first bourbon-themed bed and breakfast inn.
(Photo Credit: Bourbon Manor)
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Valentine’s packages and romantic touches, such as champagne, chocolate-dipped strawberries, bourbon chocolates, two dozen roses, a romance game and many more add-ons are available. Visit the website to view rooms and rates. Details and reservations: 844-4BOURBON or 502-350-1010.

My Old Kentucky Dinner Train, www.KyDinnerTrain.com, is hosting two special Valentine’s Day dinner excursions. Couples boarding this beautifully restored vintage train at 6 p.m. on Feb. 13 or 4 p.m. on Feb. 14 will enjoy a bottle of champagne and two souvenir champagne flutes at a table for two while the train rolls along through Bourbon Country. Flowers and special dessert options may be added. $219.90/couple. Details and reservations: 866-801-3463. Book a Bardstown hotel or bed and breakfast so you can relax for the rest of your evening and overnight in comfort.

Have a “Valentine’s Rendezvous for Two” at America’s oldest stagecoach stop, the Old Talbott Tavern, www.Talbotts.com. Enjoy a special dinner menu that includes appetizers, entrees and dessert for $54.99/couple in a historic setting on Bardstown’s beautiful Court Square. This offer is available on Sat., Feb. 14, 2015. Details and reservations: 800-4TAVERN or 502-348-3494.

For more information about everything to see and do in Bardstown, the Bourbon Capital of the World, go to www.VisitBardstown.com.

Hearts and flowers in Harrodsburg
A “Sweet Valentine’s” package may be had at The Inn at Shaker Village, www.ShakerVillageKy.org. Escape with your loved one to the countryside and this peaceful village for a romantic interlude that includes one-night’s accommodations, breakfast in the Trustees’ Office Dining Room, 10 percent off purchases in the Village shops and complimentary tour admission to see the largest restored Shaker Village in America. Package available Feb. 14 and 15. Rates begin at $139/room.

Select from these optional add-on amenities to customize your package: chocolate-covered strawberries; a Sweet Tooth basket filled with Shaker Village baked goods; fruit and cheese plate; floral arrangement with vase; bottle of champagne/sparkling wine or chardonnay. See website for add-on fees. Details and reservations: 800-734-5611 ext. 211.

Build your own romance package at beautiful Beaumont Inn, www.BeaumontInn.com. With 48 hours’ notice, this Southern-style inn known for its hospitality and culinary treats, can arrange to have any of the following awaiting you in your room: chocolate-covered strawberries, floral bouquet, a dozen roses, fresh fruit and Kentucky cheese plate, a bottle of wine or house sparkling white wine or a fruit, Kentucky cheese and charcuterie plate.

See details of this package and others on the website. Room rates begin at $140. Reservations: 800-352-3992 or 859-734-3381.

To see all the sightseeing options in Harrodsburg, visit www.HarrodsburgKy.com.

Share the day in Shelbyville
The Holiday Inn Express & Suites has been newly remodeled with new furniture, granite vanities, reading lamps and more, making it a perfect time to escape here and enjoy a “Valentine’s Day Special.” The package includes a suite specially prepared for guests with a complimentary bottle of wine. Other amenities include a king bed and small kitchenette. Rates: $125/room. Valid through Feb. 15, 2015. Details and reservations: 502-647-0109.

Visit www.VisitShelbyKY.com to learn about the variety of excellent shopping and dining in the American Saddlebred Capital of the World.

Springfield enchants
Book the “Roses, Romance and Relaxation” package at Historic 1851 Maple Hill Manor, www.MapleHillManor.com, and show your loved one how you really feel. This package includes one dozen roses of the color of your choice, arranged and waiting for you on arrival with a customized card expressing your true feelings. You’ll also receive a $50 gift certificate to dine at your choice of fine area restaurants, including Mordecai’s in Springfield and The Rickhouse, Harrison-Smith House, Kurtz’s or Kreso’s in Bardstown.

This package also includes champagne, wine or sparkling beverage and “An Enchanted Evening” game of romance designed to spark love and laughter. Guests also experience the inn’s award-winning full country gourmet breakfast, served at their own private dining room table. Package Price: $159 added to any room of your choice. Room rates begin at $159. Details and reservations: 800-886-7546.

Visit Horseshoe Bend Vineyards, www.HorseshoeBend-Ky.com, for its Jester’s Kiss Dinner for Two. Held Sat., Feb. 14, 2015, the menu was created by Louisville Chef Chris Hayden (formerly with Saints) and includes these delectables: assorted appetizers, shared salad with hearty winter greens and duo of dressings, choice of blackened chicken or seared salmon over cinnamon-roasted sweet potatoes and citrus- kissed snow peas and a duo of desserts.

Advanced reservations, including menu choice for this meal, which begins at 6 p.m., are required. Price: $65/couple, plus wine, tax and gratuity. Reservations: 859-375-0296.

For more information about Springfield, a picturesque charmer in a region of bourbon, horses and history, visit www.SeeSpringfieldKy.com.

Media Contacts:
Dawn Przystal, Vice President-Bardstown-Nelson County TCC
Bardstown-Nelson County Tourist & Convention Commission
800-638-4877 x 114

Karen Hackett, Executive Director
Harrodsburg-Mercer County Tourist Commission
800-355-9192 or 859-734-2364

Katie F. Fussenegger, CTP, Executive Director
ShelbyKY Tourism Commission & Visitors Bureau
502-633-6388

Carla Abbi, Executive Director
Springfield Tourism Commission
859-336-5440

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Placement Dates: 01/13/15 – 03/13/15
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