Every day is an opportunity to give and receive love, Valentine’s Day is the icing on the cake for many.
In the busyness, demands and stresses of life, our attention and energy can be taken away from the people that we love. This is why we think Valentine’s Day is so special – as we get to creatively think of gift ideas, reflect, relax and enjoy love and the ones we love.
Men, we have made life a little easier for you by putting together this list of Valentine’s Day gift ideas with your woman in mind, according to their love language.
Don’t know your partner’s love language, there’s still time to find out. Make it a meaningful experience as you get to discover more about your Love through the 5 Love Languages Quiz.
1. Gifts
Crafted with Joy BW
Joy offers fine gifting solutions for all occasions. She knows how confusing it can be to find and pick the perfect gift, she’s here to help you get it right.
Contact: 73 547 754
Gifts by B
Gifts by B offers the finest gift hampers for all occasions, designed to perfection every time. Each hamper is intended to give YOU an authentic gifting experience.
This year they are back with the “Rekindle” gift box for only P750. The box includes
- a miniature bottle of Krone
- candle
- glow oil
- hand lotion
- and a floral arrangement
Contact: 75 650 678
Timeless Gifts
Photoshoot
A photograph is a pause button of life, capturing a moment that can never be reproduced and remembered for a lifetime.
Book yourself a photoshoot with any of these Fantastic Family Photographers today.
Complete this timeless memory with a colourful German print photo frame.
Contact: Thuto Sekate
German Print Gifts
Nothing screams timeless like German print. These gifts will brighten up any day, look good in any space and put a smile on your partner’s face for days after Valentine’s.
Laptop Bag
We LOVE these creative original designs by Edison. Support local has all the thumbs up from us.
Contact: 77 178 488
Wine Bag
This gift speaks for itself.
Craftsy Gift & Home offers a wide array of leteisi & African print infused gifts for art and ornaments.
Contact: 74 311 134
2. Quality Time
Road Trip
Kwa Nokeng is back again with a Valentine’s Day Weekend Getaway.
Enjoy a romantic 4-course dinner on the Limpopo River, followed by couples’ massage spa treatments, game drives and more with a 10% discount on accommodation.
Contact: 491 5908 or 75 230 361
Be My Valentine Dinner at Joy Park
Joy Park is a refreshing ‘new’ entertainment location in Gaborone, and we’re loving the space.
They’re hosting a dinner with marriage and family enthusiast Dr M Phuthego, who has been hosting couple’s workshops since 2016.
Contact: 74 064 121
Picnic
R O S E W I N D
Planning a picnic? We love Rosewind’s extensive range of tailored gifting ideas.
- Picnic bag – check
- Cooler bag – check
- Classy glasses – check
- Sweet – check
- And so much more…
Everything you need for a personalised picnic setup to impress your loved one.
Contact: 72 117 440
Pastry Box BW
Place an order for your loved ones this Valentine’s Day with The Pastry Box.
Pre-orders are welcome this week with a 50% deposit. Remember to confirm your order via WhatsApp.
Contact: 73 158 010
Brie & Honey
Pair yourself with a beautifully handcrafted Brie & Honey mini Valentine’s Day grazing box.
The mini box is a perfect little treat for some self-love or for that special someone… because who doesn’t like receiving a box of treats?
Orders are open until Friday 11 February at 1 pm, place your order ahead of time to avoid disappointment.
Contact: 71 415 727
Dolce_BW Brownies
Try these decadent Valentine’s brownies from Dolce_BW drizzled with coconut and pink chocolate drizzle.
Order a box of four for P60 or six for P85. Delivery or collection on the 14th of February (deliveries before 2 pm only). A limited number of boxes are available.
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Movie Night
New Capitol Cinemas has added a whole lot of spice to date night this Valentine’s Day!
Watch Redeeming Love or Marry Me movie at 50% off at 8 pm on Sunday 13th and all day on Monday 14th February. This offer is available across ALL New Capitol cinemas. Ts&Cs apply.
Contact: 370 0111
Games Night
Rumour has it there’s a new game in town and it’s spreading like wildfire. Turn up the heat and enjoy a great laugh with a games night for two or with friends with Motswedi Game – Botswana’s first general knowledge board game.
Contact: 75 650 678
3. Words Of Affirmation
Books, journals, planners, if your partner’s love language is words they’ll adore them all.
Make your partner’s day by leaving them meaningful messages in hidden places or creating a playlist of their favourite love songs. Be creative and tell them what you adore about them.
This will have them beaming throughout the day.
4. Physical Touch
Book yourself a with Masarati Aesthetics Skin Clinic and you could be a winner. Every booking in the month of February is entered into a raffle draw. Winner to be announced 1st week of March.
Unwind with any of these three combo spa treats for only P850.
- Xpress facial + 35mins massage (duration 70mins)
- LashLift + BrowLami & tint combo (90mins)
- CND Gel mani + gel foot peel pedi (90mins) *excludes gel soak.
Spaces are limited, make sure to book your spot ahead of time to avoid disappointment. T’s & C’s apply.
Contact: 77 819 999
End the day with salsa dancing and a three-course meal with a culinary and dance soiree for only P830.
Contact: 77 819 999
5. Acts of Service
Anyone whose love language us acts of service will tell you that “love” is spelt with a “D” and an “O”! Here’s are some things you can do to show your loved ones you care about them.
Laundry
When you think of Valentine’s Day gift ideas does doing laundry come to mind? Surprise, surprise, it is.
The Laundry Room is a fast laundry service conveniently nestled in Block 7, Gaborone. We love their rates too, get the family’s laundry clean before the day ends. Ts & Cs apply.
At the end of the day, the perfect gift is one that makes your loved one feel seen, heard, known, appreciated and valued.
We hope you’ve enjoyed this round-up of local Valentine’s Day gift ideas. What does Valentine’s Day mean to you? We would love to know, leave us a comment.
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