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Unique Valentine's Day Gift Ideas For Los Angeles

It is officially that time of year again, red roses, hearts, chocolate, diamonds and lots of love all around. When it comes to Valentine's Day you want to get something that is memorable, so be sure your gift has the three C's: "Custom, Creative, Caring" says Dr. Ava Cadell. Your gift should show "your partner's unique identity, your relationship status and your future desires." Take the stress out of Valentine's Day shopping because we've got all your needs covered and see the list below for unique un-traditional valentine's day gifts.
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Take A Fun Helicopter Ride Through LA!

Some of the best gifts are experiences! There are many options for a great Valentine's Day helicopter ride throughout Los Angeles, including through Elite Helicopter Tours. At Elite Helicopter Tours, love is really in the air! Experience spectacular views of Hollywood, Malibu and Los Angeles, as well as rose wine, romantic music during your flight, complimentary Champagne and more! Anthelion Helicopters also offers great flight tours throughout Los Angeles

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Rent a Luxury Car for a Day

The best gifts are the ones people will remember forever and a once-in-a-lifetime ride in a luxury car is definitely one of those types of experiences. Falcon Car Rental, a luxury and exotic car rental service based in Los Angeles, offers an exclusive curated collection of luxury cars from Bentley, Rolls Royce, Ferrari, Lamborghini, McLaren and more. One of their top sports performance rentals that can be gifted to your thrill-seeking beau is the Lamborghini Huracan Spyder $1,490/day, which has a top speed of 201mph. This Valentine's Day, go on a beautiful road trip in this soft-top convertible with red leather interior and gift your loved one a day he/she will never forget.

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Head To A Magic Show

Although this gift won't manifest itself until a month after Valentine's Day, Steve Cohen's, Chamber Magic this gift will show your loved one that you are full of surprises. For two nights only, Friday, March 2nd and Saturday, March 3rd, at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, guests dress in cocktail attire and Cohen recreates close-up parlor entertainment. Called the "Millionaires' Magician" due to his celebrity clientele, he delights audiences with sleight of hand, mind reading, and baffling physical tricks and illusions. Tickets for Chamber Magic, with show times at 7:00pm and 9:30pm, range from $75 to $125 and are available online or by phone:(866) 811-4111.

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The Gift of Wellness

Tantris is all-inclusive, eco-friendly two-story 8,000 square feet hot yoga studio in West Hollywood, CA that offers a transformative wellness experience with yoga classes and exclusive workshops. Along with class pass packages, Tantris features three membership packages along with their $89 Unlimited One-Month Yoga Package. In the heart of West Hollywood, their flagship location offers a full array of innovative classes that will both open your body and mind and feel closer to each other.

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See Golf's Best at Riviera Country Club

Starting on February 12 and running through February 18, the world's best in golf head to The Riviera Country Club for the 2018 Genesis Open. Considered among the best fields in golf, defending champion Dustin Johnson as well as tournament host Tiger Woods highlight a star-studded field vying for the top-spot. The PGA TOUR invites guests to craft their own premium experience at the premier sport and social event in winter of 2018. Purchase one of the four ticket packages: grounds, clubhouse, green-side at 17 or the bluffs tickets and have the opportunity to walk side-by-side with golf's best with your sweetheart.

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Recharge Your Mind, Body And Soul

Give your significant other the gift of health and wellness this Valentine's day with an everlasting bouquet of roses on a Supported Soul vintage floral supreme all-in-one yoga mat ($89). Their eco-friendly, combination yoga mats (yoga mat + towel in one) can be machine washed and hung dry and come with a handy carrying strap. Motivate your loved one to take time for themselves and reconnect with their soul and recharge this Valentine's Day and show them how grateful you are for having them in your life.

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Coffee From Around The World

Atlas Coffee Club was founded to tell the story of coffee from around the world and offers their three-month ($60), six-month ($109) and 12-month ($199) gift subscriptions for those coffee snobs. Each shipment of the World Tour of Coffee includes only the finest curated coffee, the batch's tasting profile, a how-to guide for brewing, postcard from the bean's origin and guarantees a new exciting adventure in every cup. Each month highlights coffee and culture from a new country and will keep you on that special someone's mind each morning when they brew their gift

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Table Linens to Impress Your Guests

Husband and wife Justin and Erin Brownstone make handcraft table linens in Los Angeles that will elevate any dining experience. Wolf & Irving crafts stylish, eco-friendly and easy-care table linens that allow you and your loved one to make any meal a celebration. Made from repurposed materials, with over a bottle of recycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) in each napkin, their soft and machine washable linens are more stain and fade resistant than traditional cotton or linen. Starting at $49.99 for a napkin set of four with option to purchase a placemat set, runner and tablecloth, Wolf & Irving offers a selection of over 150 styles.

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Share Your Photo Memories

Started locally in Venice Beach, CanvasPop makes it easy to print collages on high-quality American made canvases. If you are not a DIY-er and want to share some personal memories with your loved one on this special day, choose between 3-36 photos and fun templates to create your personal canvas. New for Valentine's day, you can also make a collage of your favorite Instagram photos and add them to your collage. With just a few clicks, and with collages starting at only $50, combine multiple memories into one everlasting memento.

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The Gift Of A Whole Pie

For those who prefer a casual night in besides wining and dining at a fancy restaurant around town, D'amore's Pizza is offering heart shaped pizza for pick up or delivery. The top Los Angeles Italian fare pizza eatery owned by Caroline D'Amore, has created the perfect pizza for lovers. Pair the 14-inch heart-shaped pizzas with a nice glass of red wine or one of their famous chopped or Caesar salad and enjoy a cozy and comfy Valentine's Day in the comfort of your own home.

Jarone Ashkenazi is a freelance writer who covers: restaurants, bars, dating, relationships, sports and other lifestyle topics. View more work at www.jaroneashkenazi.com. Connect with him on Twitter at @JaroneAsh.
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