Everyone knows the typical Valentine's Day gifts like chocolate, flowers, romantic outings and jewelry, but what if you're in the mood for a less traditional Valentine gift ideas? Some more cutting-edge suggestions include combining
Valentine's Day with the latest new spa trend or hiring a personal chef from the United States Personal Chef Association to cook you and your Valentine a terrific gourmet meal. Gifts involving relaxation and/or gourmet treats are likely to go over well. If you want to combine both, why not wrap your Valentine in chocolate with the Chocolate and
Roses Decadence Package at Aquae Sulis Spa in Las Vegas, Nevada? For the more unusual Valentine's Day present you could try the Chicago Zoo's Adopt a Black Widow plan for $25. If your Valentine is afraid of spiders, the Sun Timesreports that naked mole-rats and poison dart frogs are also available as Valentine's Day adoptions. If you'd prefer an unusual stuffed toy gift, the straight-jacket wearing Crazy for You teddy bear from the Vermont Teddy Bear Company has caused quite a controversy. The BBC reports that the teddy bear will remain available, despite complaints the bear insults people with mental illness. Then again, if you're feeling vicious this Valentine's Day, go with it.