HOWEY-IN-THE-HILLS, FL (January 20, 2010) –  We invite you and your Valentine to Mission Inn for  a relaxing romantic stay in our secluded oasis, just 35 minutes north of Orlando.   Enjoy the panoramic views, secluded settings and romantic escapes on our exquisite 1,000 acres.

The Dreamy Bed & Breakfast package includes wine & chocolates waiting for you in our deluxe accommodations, and our bountiful breakfast buffet starting at just $129.00 per room, per night.  Our Spa Marbella Romance Package includes your choice of luxurious spa treatments with complimentary champagne, deluxe accommodations, buffet breakfast daily and so much more. It is the perfect way for you and your Valentine to disconnect to reconnect.

Executive Chef Danny Connolly has created some amazing Valentine’s inspired menus for our guests, staying true to his award-winning classic style.  The El Conquistador Restaurant features exclusive specialty dinners that will be available Friday, February 12th through Valentine’s Day dinner. The Valentine’s Day Sunday Champagne Brunch in the La Hacienda will feature a wide array of signature holiday offerings.  “We are looking forward to welcoming our first-time guests, and welcoming our loyal customers back on Valentine’s weekend,” said Executive Chef Danny Connolly. “Our culinary team will deliver an outstanding dining experience throughout the resort.  Valentine’s Day is such a special occasion, we’re excited to have events all throughout the weekend.”

In addition to the El Conquistador Dinners, Mission Inn’s Gourmet Food & Wine Dinner will take place on Valentine’s Eve, Saturday, February 13^th in our La Hacienda Restaurant.  This is an elegant reception and three-course dinner event featuring an impressive selection of fine wines from the Hope Family Estates Collection.  For our guests looking for a scrumptious buffet, we have the Valentine’s Eve Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet at our Nicker’s Restaurant.  Not only will it feature our impressive array of Saturday Night offerings, we have crafted Valentine’s inspired entrees, side dishes and indulgent desserts in celebration of the holiday weekend.

The Mission Inn Resort & Club features two Championship Golf Courses, 190 graciously appointed guestrooms, suites and villas; three restaurants, two lounges and a poolside bar. In addition to golf, recreational amenities include eight tennis courts, trap and skeet shooting range jogging and bicycling trails, volleyball courts, an outdoor pool and hydro-spa, fitness center, spa, and a nautical center, where guests can fish, powerboat and go eco-touring. The resort's 6,200-square-foot Spa Marbella features an extensive array of exceptional services.