Stores are stocked with red, pink and white; available reservation times are disappearing on Open Table; and I am reminded of grade school’s construction paper envelopes and the drugstore 32-pack of cartoon Valentines. The pressure surrounding this giant celebration of love can be overwhelming, so I’m going to share some of my favorite places to experience when I want to escape with someone special.

Many visitors may not make it the few extra miles north to the sleepy country town of Los Alamos, but those that do will surely fall instantly in love with exterior of The Victorian Mansion. Also lovingly referred to as “The Vick”, this six-suite bed and breakfast turns the average staycation getaway into an unforgettable…