February 9, 2010 -- Love is in the Air: Jackson, Mississippi, Offers Sweetheart Treats for Valentine's Day

Jackson, Mississippi — Love is the air in the City with Soul, and many hotels, restaurants and attractions are offering sweetheart treats in honor of Valentine’s Day. If you are looking for something special to do with a loved one or in search of a unique or special way to celebrate, the Jackson Convention & Visitors Bureau is your source for what’s going on in Jackson, Mississippi.

Sweet Hotel and Lodging Deals

Looking for an intimate place to stay and celebrate Valentine’s Day? Surprise your loved one with one of these fabulous Jackson hotel and lodging packages designed to make Valentine’s Day one that your loved one will never forget:

Cabot Lodge Millsaps

2375 North State Street, Jackson

Romance Package -- $125

The Cabot Lodge Millsaps hotel accommodations include champagne and chocolates upon arrival, complimentary evening cocktails and complimentary hot breakfast.

Contact: Courtney Chunn, Director of Sales

601-948-8650, www.cabotlodgemillsaps.com

Courtyard by Marriott – Jackson

6280 Ridgewood Court Drive, Jackson

Romance Package –$169 plus applicable taxes

Need a little romance? Receive one night’s accommodations for two, a $50 gift certificate to Steam Room Grille, champagne and chocolate covered strawberries at check-in, hot breakfast buffet for two in the Courtyard Café and complimentary late check-out on request.

Contact: Reservations at 601-956-9991, www.marriot.com/jancy

Fairview Inn

734 Fairview Street, Jackson

Jackson’s premier bed and breakfast is offering various Valentine’s Day accommodations.

Valentine’s Package -- $299

Overnight accommodations, special dinner at Sophia’s Restaurant

Cupid’s Package -- $399

Overnight accommodations, special dinner at Sophia’s Restaurant, fresh roses, champagne and chocolate covered strawberries

Venus Package -- $599

Overnight accommodations, special dinner at Sophia’s Restaurant, fresh roses, champagne and chocolate covered strawberries, plus His & Hers Couples’ Massage

Contact: Reservations, 601-948-3429, www.fairviewinn.com

Hampton Inn – Jackson North

465 Briarwood Drive, Jackson

Sweetheart Deal -- $68 per night

The Sweetheart Deal includes overnight accommodations with a beautiful King Study, complimentary hot breakfast buffet and late check out. This is only available February 12 – 14, 2010.

Contact: Reservations, 601-956-3611

Hilton Jackson

1001 East County Line Road, Jackson

Romance Package -- $119 per night, plus tax

This package includes deluxe accommodations for two, rose petal turndown, champagne and strawberries delivered to your room. Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Hilton Jackson’s New Orleans-style Sunday Brunch featuring live jazz for $20 per person.

Old Capitol Inn

226 North State Street, Jackson

Suite for Your Sweet – Starting at $115 per night

One of Jackson, Mississippi’s most unique and celebrated boutique hotels, the Old Capitol Inn’s package includes a night in one of the Inn’s designer one-bedroom suites, wine and cheese in the evening, and a full breakfast in the morning.

Contact: Jeff Abbaticchio

601-359-9000, www.oldcapitolinn.com

Red Roof Inn Coliseum

700 Larson Street, Jackson

Red Hot February Weekend Special -- $59.99 (standard king), $69.99 (business king)

Stay two consecutive weekend nights (Friday, Saturday or Sunday) any weekend in February and receive a free night’s certificate for any Red Roof stay from March 1 – May 27, 2010.

Contact: Reservations, 601-969-5006, www.redroof.com

Be My Valentine: Sweet Events and Attractions

If you are looking for a romantic event or special place to say “Be My Valentine” visit one of the following Jackson attractions:

Manship House Museum Victorian Valentines

400 East Fortification Street, Jackson

Friday, February 12, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. children ages five to 12 are invited to learn about and make a Victorian-style valentine wall pocket. Free of charge. Reservations required. For more information, call 601-961-4724.

Mississippi Symphony Orchestra Presents MSO Pops II: A Broadway Valentine

Thalia Mara Hall, 255 E. Pascagoula Street, Jackson

Saturday, February 13 at 7:30 p.m.

The Mississippi Symphony Orchestra teams up with New York’s Ingenuity Productions to bring a night of romantic favorites all sung by Broadway starts backed up by the full orchestra. For more information, call 601-960-1565.

HeARTS Against AIDS

Hal and Mal’s, 200 South Commerce Street, Jackson

Saturday, February 13

The February benefit is the largest fundraiser in the state for HIV and AIDS-related issues. For more information, call, 601-366-9084.

Cheese and Wine for Valentine’s

Mississippi Art Center, 201 E. Pascagoula Street, Jackson

Cheese and Wine for Valentines

Sunday, February 14 at 6:30 p.m.
The event benefits Cure Sickle Cell Foundation and a variety of wines and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be offered along with entertainment by songstress Tonya Boyd-Canon. For more information, call 601-918-2994 or email sdeanama@yahoo.com.

Mississippi Night at The Grammy ® Museum

The Auditorium, PEAVEY Stage, 622 Duling Avenue, Jackson

February 11 – 13

This Valentine’s Day celebration features Mississippi bluesman Eddie Cotton, a permanent fixture on the blues festival circuit. Limited tickets available; call 601-982-0002 or visit www.theauditoriumrestaurant.com for more information.

Or look at www.visitjackson.com under Attractions to select from a variety of museums and venues to plan your Valentine’s Day outing. Jackson’s variety of attractions and events can offer fun and excitement for anyone.

Hungry for Love? Dine in Jackson!

The saying goes that the way to a person’s heart is through their stomach. Why not take your Valentine out to one of Jackson’s restaurants for a romantic meal or just to show love and appreciation? The City with Soul has over 200 unique restaurants to choose from, so pick the one that will make you fall in love all over again. Visit www.visitjackson.com to find The Restaurant Guide, your complete listing of Jackson restaurants.

For more information on other events, attractions and all things City with Soul-related, hit up the Jackson Convention & Visitors Bureau at www.visitjackson.com or call 601-960-1891.

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