Valentine’s Day is fast approaching — and you forgot to book your flight to Paris.

How about a last-minute get-away to the Jersey Shore?

Two of Cape May’s most charming and historic destinations, Congress Hall and The Virginia Hotel, are offering romantic packages for you and your valentine.  Think crashing surf, boutique shopping and the joys of visiting the Shore off-season. And you have a little wiggle room in penciling in your retreat. Packages are available throughout the month of February.

Congress Hall, an oceanfront venue, is floating the My Blue Valentine package.  The deal includes a $40 credit towards dinner at the lively Blue Pig Tavern. Afterward, celebrate  with complimentary Blue Bubble champagne in the Brown Room, a clubby lounge Hemingway would have loved.
In the morning, choose between a $25 credit towards breakfast in bed or at the Blue Pig Tavern. Late-check out? Of course.  Rates start at $170.28 per night. To book,  call (888) 944-1816 or visit http://www.congresshall.com/. 

The elegant Virginia Hotel and Cottages is located a few blocks inland. Rates for the Savor Romance Slowly package start at $259.48 and offer couples a $110 candlelit dinner in the sumptuous Ebbitt Room with a special menu selected by Executive Chef Anthony Micari.  Also included are a chilled bottle of Champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries, continental breakfast in bed for two and late check-out.  To reserve, call (800) 732-4236 or visit http://www.virginiahotel.com/.