Wotif.com survey show cupids arrow favours romantic weekend away to spoil loved ones!

Auckland 13 February 2007, Wotif.com (www.wotif.com) New Zealand’s leading online accommodation website’s annual Valentine’s Day survey has revealed that a weekend away was the top pick for what people wanted to receive as their preferred gift.

44% of the people surveyed choose a weekend away as their most desired present, any present at all came in second on 24% and third favourite was a romantic dinner on 10%.

For that romantic weekend away an overwhelming 73% favoured weekend away at the beach or by a lake, 15% wanted to stay in a city hotel, whilst only 9% would prefer a bush retreat.

The most favoured New Zealand spot for a Valentine’s Day getaway was the Bay Of Islands, followed by Queenstown and then the Coromandel. While internationally the favourite overseas destination was Paris, followed by the Greek Islands and then coming in a close third place were the Pacific Islands, including Fiji, Vanuatu and the Cook Islands.

Sadly though, when respondents were asked what they were most likely to receive for Valentine’s Day 41% thought they would get absolutely nothing, 17% thought they would be taken on a romantic dinner, 16% assumed they would receive flowers and only 3% actually thought they would get that romantic weekend getaway that they were hoping for

Having said this Kiwi’s proved to be true romantics at heart with the majority of respondents preferring to spend Valentine’s Day with their partner or spouse than a celebrity.

When male respondents were asked who was their dream date, although many did not respond (potentially not wanting to choose between their partners or the raft of suggested dream dates, including Desperate Housewives Eva Longoria, Nicky Watson, Lucy Lawless and Cameron Diaz) the most popular response was their wife or partner.

This followed suit for the female respondents, of which more than half (54%) would preferred to be with their partner, however Daniel Craig (the new James Bond) came in as the number one celebrity date, especially amongst those who were not attached. Jonny Depp was also a favourite.

Still searching for a Valentine’s Day present?
If you have found yourself in hot water now that it is Valentine’s Day it is not too late to whisk your loved one away for the most desired Valentine’s Day present – a romantic getaway - with Wotif.com‘s seductive array of deals packed with sexy inclusions that are guaranteed to entice you and your partner*.

Beautiful Bay of Islands – Swallows Nest
- NZ$250 per night min two night stay
- Incredible value for five star apartment in Paihia, stunning sea views, entitles 20% discount on four hour hire of 4 metre boat to cruise the Bay of Islands in
http://www.wotif.com/hotel44496
Valid: 16 & 17 February 2007

Amorous Auckland – Duxton Hotel Auckland
- NZ$340 per 1 bedroom Penthouse
- Decadent furnishings, beautiful views, full kitchen facilities, use of heated outdoor pool, spa and gymnasium
http://www.wotif.com/hotel2005
Valid: 16 & 17 February 2007

Quivering Queenstown - Millbrook Resort
- NZ$350 per night for Villa Suite
- Incl. full breakfast for two, access to our comprehensive Health & Fitness facilities and ample parking!
http://www.wotif.com/hotel8391
Valid: 13, 14, 15 &16 February 2007

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*All deals are priced per room per night for two and were available in sufficient quantity at the time of writing, however, prices and availability can be subject to change without notice.

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