How Valentine’s Day is celebrated in Peru: discover the customs of Peruvians on the day of love

Peru is ready to celebrate the valentines day. In this season, it is common to see different businesses adorned with red and heart-shaped balloons. The promotions in different economic sectors give us an idea of ​​how they celebrate in Peru the meeting of love and friendship.

A survey carried out by the Picodi portal in 2021 revealed some preferences of Peruvians regarding the celebration of Valentine’s Day.

In the Andean country, as in other countries of the world, there are many ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day; however, Peru has certain preferences according to various surveys that have been conducted in previous years.

1. Romantic dinner

This is probably the most classic Valentine’s plan. If you opt for this plan, you must take into account that the reservation in any restaurant for these dates must be made in advance, due to the high demand that exists on that day and in this area.

2. Walks in the same city

Walking around the same city where you live is another of the most common activities of Peruvians. In the case of Lima, there are suitable spaces to spend a romantic moment. Among them we find the following:

– Malecón Cisneros in Miraflores: In this place you can see a sculpture dedicated to love called ‘The kiss’.

– He Bridge of Sighs in Barranco: In this place there is also a beautiful viewpoint from which you can see the Costa Verde beach circuit and the immense sea of ​​the Pacific Ocean.

– Parque de las Leyendas artificial lagoon in San Miguel: Enjoying being in the middle of a space where green spaces abound is a great idea.

– Magical water circuit in Cercado de Lima: A place where not only love will flourish, but also the experience of visitors, as there are large pools of water in which images are projected.

3. Watch series or movies and order delivery

One of the activities that has grown the most in the country is delivery. Added to this is access to streaming platforms, where couples can enjoy an intimate moment without leaving their homes, in addition to receiving a good meal thanks to delivery.

4. Booking lodges or hotels

Like restaurant reservations, accommodations usually run out of capacity due to the promotions they offer for couples. If you want to surprise in an intimate space, this is a good option and it is one of the most common among Peruvians.

8. Gifts

The most common gifts that are usually seen in great abundance on this day are bouquets of flowers and roses, which can be given in person, as a surprise to the loved one, or by delivery.

Helium balloons in which there are messages of love or symbols in which affection for the loved one is reflected.

The sweetness is also very present. Chocolates and desserts are other things that are given the most on this day, as they symbolize the sweetness of love. Several companies in the field make personalized orders to make the gift more intimate and innovative.

In recent years, sending food (breakfast or lunch) via motorized vehicle has become more common, as these orders usually contain a Valentine’s Day theme.

GIVEN: In 2018, a Global Research Marketing (GRM) survey indicated that 69% of Peruvians expected to celebrate the day of Valentine’s Day and the average investment they had was S/100.00 per person. For 2021, the figure has moved between S/114.00 and S/147.00.

According to the 2018 GRM survey, Peruvians rated household appliances, decorative items, stuffed animals, board games and greeting cards as their least favorite Valentine’s Day gifts.

Yes What are the most accepted gifts? Included in this group of personal gifts are watches, electronic items for personal use, and perfumes.