Celebrating love in all its forms

Valentine’s Day often comes wrapped in clichés — red roses, candlelit dinners and grand romantic gestures celebrated by smiling couples who appear to be madly in love.

However, at its heart, Valentine’s Day is about love in all its forms — romantic, platonic, familial and the often-overlooked love of self.

As a mixed-use community, Camana Bay is a place where anyone can celebrate Valentine’s Day. Whether savouring the sweetness of solitude or the joy of togetherness, the Town Centre is a place where love can thrive. This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday for the first time since 2020, making it an extra special way to kick off a weekend of love. Look no further for ideas anyone can enjoy.  

For the love of food and family
Nothing says familial love more than a family gathering involving food and lively conversation. The restaurants of Camana Bay are taking reservations for dinner, several of which are offering prix-fixe options and three-course specials on 14 Feb. From a CI$95 dinner and champagne deal at Union Grill + Bar to a free topping at Gelato & Co. when using the Camana Bay Perks card, people of all ages can celebrate the ones they love by treating them to a delectable dining experience. If dinner is not in the cards, treat little ones to a scoop from Häagen-Dazs or a healthy snack from The Edgy Vedge and head to the Crescent to soak in the lively Friday night atmosphere. 

From Galentine’s to bromance  
Connecting with friends should never need an excuse, but why not gather your favourite peeps for a night of fun? Whether it’s just the gals, just the guys or all your besties and their single friends, kick off the evening with a round of cocktails at Next Door’s Aperitivo happy hour. Make it a buzzy bar crawl and hit up Cask whisky bar and KARoo, but be sure to soak up the drinks with shareable plates at Agua, wood-fired pizza from The Brooklyn Pizza + Pasta or all the scrumptious appetisers on the menu at Abacus – remember to make a reservation.  

Keeping things dry? Take your besties to a movie night at Camana Bay Cinema instead and splurge for the VIP treatment and the extra-large popcorn.  

For those embracing independence 
Celebrate self-love in its purest form with a spa treatment at Eclipze Hair Design & Day Spa or an hour of massage therapy at Align. Break a sweat at Anytime Fitness, Ryde or FS8 then amble over to the Crescent fountains for a refreshing cool down.

If relaxing with a book is more your speed, stop by Next Chapter for the latest reads then grab a drink at Starbucks before meandering over to Cassia Court to cosy up with you. For self-love at home, be sure to treat yourself to a scented candle from Design Studio or a pair of luxurious throw pillows from Label C.  

For couples seeking magic 
Camana Bay can be a lover’s paradise where you enjoy an intimate embrace under the stars or have your first kiss at the top of the Observation Tower. Couples can find endless ways to kindle (or rekindle) romance throughout the Town Centre, from strolling along the Paseo to dinner for two at Mizu, LOCO, Pane and Pasta or Pani Indian Kitchen. Partners can also plan a picnic on the Crescent that includes a blanket from Bedside Manor, chocolates from Foster's, fresh bread from Petit Paris, a cheese plate from The Tasting Room and a tasty libation from Blackbeard’s. If you’re into something more energetic, take advantage of Mesa Del Sol’s 14% discount on all two-player games. 

The art of giving 
Does a gift show you care? Arguable as that may be, everyone loves receiving thoughtful gifts. Spoil your friends, loved ones and pets (yes, Fido deserves gifts of love) with deals and novelty items from local retailers. Turn your favourite photo of you and your loved one into a unique painting created by Jason Kennedy or shop from special Valentine’s Day-themed collections or unique treasures from The GREAT Room, Bedside Manor, Le Visage or Bon Vivant Studio. Dazzle them with fashion from any of the NKY stores, Amé or SOLES, and don’t forget gifts from Little Angels, Little Coconuts or Forever Summer for the younger loved ones. Impress someone with Sonos speakers from Audiophile or – if you really want to make a statement of love – why not a brand new Q8 from Audi Cayman? 
 
Love is universal. It is found in the shared smile of a stranger or holding hands under a canopy of palm trees. Celebrating love is not confined to couples but extended to the soul of a community. Whether you're single, coupled or somewhere in between, Camana Bay offers a Valentine’s Day steeped in beauty and the timeless allure of love.  

Here, everyone finds a place to belong. 

This article was first published in the February/March 2025 print edition of Camana Bay Times.