Planning an Affordable Valentine's Weekend Getaway to Tucson

A weekend getaway to celebrate Valentine's Day in Tucson does not have to be expensive. This year, Valentine's Day falls on a Sunday, so it is a perfect opportunity for a weekend trip to Tucson. Planning a weekend getaway for Valentine's Day 2010 to Tucson is more affordable than you might think. Here are some money-saving tips.

Save money on Valentine's Day accommodation. To find affordable accommodation, check out websites such as laterooms.com or lastminute.com for accommodation in Tucson. These websites offer reduced price Bed and Breakfast and hotel rooms in Tucson. If you don't mind booking a week or less before your trip, you can often find great rates.

However, keep in mind that the most popular hotels will likely be booked well in advance of Valentine's Day. If there is a particular place you want to stay, it makes sense to book as early as possible. In this case, try other ways to save money by using some of the ideas below.

Use the fact that Valentine's Day falls on a Sunday to your advantage. Many businesses offer reduced rates on Sundays. For instance, a Sunday matinee for a play or a movie is often cheaper than through the week. A theater production or a movie makes a romantic and affordable activity for Valentine's Day. The Tucson Symphony Orchestra has excellent rates for Sunday matinees as well as other packages. You can find more information on the Tucson Symphony Orchestra special deals and rates at the link following this article.

Many hotels offer free breakfast as part of the accommodation fee. It makes sense to take advantage of this. Enjoy a romantic Valentine's breakfast or brunch at your hotel in Tucson. Then you can have a light lunch and you will have more money to spend on a special Valentine's dinner.

Take advantage of low cost or free activities in Tucson such as outdoor concerts, art exhibitions or visiting a local park. These are really enjoyable activities and can cost very little. Make your day special by packing a picnic lunch with a few romantic touches. Check out the second link following this article for inexpensive and free activities in Tucson.

Finally, remember what Valentine's Day is all about - spending time together. Tucson, with its great weather, makes this easy and it costs nothing. Many couples have very fond memories of times when they were just starting out - times when they were low on money but big on romance. Valentine's Day is an opportunity to appreciate each other and the beautiful surroundings of Tucson.