Gift cards when you can't pick a gift
A little R&R at a B&B helps

Choosing a gift is hard for a man and even harder for Valentine's Day. For some reasons known only to a man, he often gives lingerie that is too sexy for her (women either never take it out of their drawer or even bring it back for a refund). They also give chocolate which is a great gift and has health benefits, but diet-conscious women stay away from them.

One option is to give gift certificate and let the recipient do the planning. Yes, not just for Valentines Day, but overall gifts cards are extremely popular since they do not have blackout dates or extra fees and never expire. For instance, you can buy The Bed and Breakfast Card sold in $50 denominations.  Whether you choose the card or certificate, your lucky Valentine will be able to enjoy the gift of a getaway, good at nearly 3,400 inns in the U.S. Beautiful and romantic B&Bs can be found from Cape Cod to the California Wine Country, from Key West to Door County, from Asheville to the Rockies, and everywhere in between.

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