The Refinishing Touch Blog

As Valentine's Day approaches, we've found ourselves curious about how this Hallmark holiday would fare against the big bad recession. In times full of doom and gloom, the hospitality industry is finding that in the battle between money woes and love, love has overcome- so far.

Valentine's Day 2009 couldn't fall on a better day. Not only are Valentine's Day lovers lucky to have a Saturday to celebrate, they also have a long weekend. Here in the States Monday, February 16^th is Presidents Day, and for most- a day off.

Hospitality players have already been slashing prices in efforts to keep people traveling. Airline fares are down, and hotels are offering Valentine's Day weekend packages at discounted rates- even throwing in a bottle of champagne and rose petal baths in some establishments!

USA Today reported that consumers are expected to cut back this Valentine's Day, but a local Maryland newspaper has quoted managers from jewelry stores and restaurants that have yet to see any major cut backs in sales, nor are they expecting to see those effects.

However you or your loved ones choose to spend this coming weekend, we at The Refinishing Touch would like to extend our wishes to everyone for a Happy Valentine's Day and a relaxing long weekend.

Labels: Hospitality, Valentine's Day