Gift ideas for loved ones afar this Valentine’s Day

The big day of L-O-V-E is just around the corner, which means a flurry of heart-shaped balloons, bouquets of red roses and last-minute present-sending!

While being with your partner on Valentine's Day can make your heart skip a beat, it's not always possible if you have to isolate, live on the opposite ends of the country or perhaps are on an entirely different continent altogether! However, with Interparcel, you can still show your special someone how much they mean to you this Valentine's Day by sending a thoughtful gift through one of our many affordable courier services.

How did Valentine's Day originate?

In honour of Saint Valentine of Rome, Pope Gelasius declared a Christian feast day on 14th February. Since the High Middle Ages, his day has been associated with the celebration of love and romance worldwide.

What day is Valentine's Day?

St Valentine's Day is celebrated annually on 14th February- that's a Monday this year. Ladies and gents, make a note on your phone calendar now!

What can I send my partner for Valentine's Day?

There's something really exciting about receiving a parcel in the post, especially from the person you love. It's the thought that counts on Valentine's Day and we can help get your gift there in no time. Whatever gift you choose, big or small, we offer a range of Economy, Express and Next Day services so you even if your plans change last minute, you will still be able to share the love.

Hopefully, Interparcel can give you some inspiration on how to surprise your valentine this year:

Romantic film night in

One great idea for a Valentine's Day evening is a romantic film date with your partner. You can send across everything they need for a cosy night in including a fluffy blanket spritzed with your perfume or aftershave so it smells just like you, some of their favourite sweets or snacks, a bottle of wine, bag of popcorn and a scented candle. Schedule a suitable time to video call eachother and hit play on your chosen romantic comedy or latest Marvel blockbuster at the same time! You can even do a watch party where you screenshare the film and watch it together. A romantic night in- while apart!

Your gifts don't need to be extravagant, just something to make them smile. Sending a box of chocolates is fine for the UK but would be a melted mess if you send it to the USA! Remember to check that you can send your presents by referring to our Prohibited and Restricted items list.

DIY date cards

A gift that keeps on giving, a fun-filled set of romantic activities could be the perfect gift for Valentine's and means you can plan lots of unforgettable evenings for you both. A DIY booklet of vouchers are easy to make and you can take inspiration from Pinterest to create some really fun and quirky ideas such as recreating your very first date, watching a theatre production or having a DIY spa night at home – sounds good to us!

The great thing about date cards is that they would be small enough to fit through a letterbox, therefore perfect to send with Evri Postable. On your way to work, you could quickly drop your parcel into a Evri ParcelShop and your package could be with your partner in as little as three days from only £1.75! (plus VAT).

Bespoke photo album

Photos really do say more than words and what perfect way to reminisce over your years together than through a photo album. In this digital age, you might be thinking you can scroll through photos on your phones, but there's something special about holding pictures in your hands that evoke emotions and sentiment.

If you are sending something precious like a photo album, you might want to go for an Express service like FedEx Express Priority so your memories can get there even faster, especially if you are sending a parcel internationally.

All our courier services are fully tracked, so you can be alerted via email or SMS of your parcel's whereabouts as it reaches different checkpoints in its journey.

Don't forget about Galentine's Day on the 13th!

An unofficial holiday, Galentine's Day is a day for ladies to celebrate their friendship with the gals. If the past few years have taught us anything, it's the importance of kindness and appreciating friends and family. It can be beautiful to send a little box of love across the world and with some of the best prices around, Interparcel can get your gifts there in no time!

Sending love to small online businesses

Of course, Valentine's Day is a very busy time for eCommerce sellers, especially those who focus on handmade or personalised gifts. If you sell unique products on shopping platforms like Etsy and Not On The High Street, don't forget to integrate your online store with our Shipping Manager!

Our Shipping Manager can take the strain off parcel delivery, giving you more time to focus on your orders and customers. You can pull in orders from your different online stores all in one place and quickly validate your shipments, tweak delivery details and process your orders.

With a free Interparcel account, you can also set up your very own Branded Tracking page. An increased brand presence, through branded tracking portals or similar, helps to build trust, create loyal customers and leads to repeat sales. A Branded Tracking page takes just minutes to create and you can custom your very own tracking URL, add your logo and company colours to bring your brand to life. You can even add a promotional banner to the page to attract repeat purchases for the next big holiday (cough, cough, St Patrick's Day)

Although Valentine's Day on the town might not be an option if you are in a long-distance relationship, a thoughtful present delivered by Interparcel sends love straight to their door! And don't forget that the celebration isn't just reserved for couples either, the family and friends we have are worth celebrating too. So, make sure to let your loved ones know you're thinking of them this Valentine's Day and get a quote for your parcel today.

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