Princeton: Spend a Memorial Weekend filled with Romance and History

Rekindle the romance in your relationship by stealing away together to Princeton, New Jersey.

"What's so special about Princeton?" you might ask. For starters, Christopher Reeve grew up in Princeton. And, the television show "House, M.D." filmed on location at Princeton University.

In all seriousness, Princeton's history dates back to the Lenni Lenape Indians who were in Princeton when the Europeans settled there in the latter part of the 19th century. As such, Princeton is chock full of history. From antique shops, museums, and the university to trails and B&B's, there are lots of places for romantic interludes.

A sexy, yet unique escape for this coming Memorial Day weekend is just what you need, you say? If so, this day-by-day itinerary is just for you.

Friday Evening

Check into the nearby Inn at Glencairn, a 1736 Georgian manor with five guest rooms and all the modern comforts of a boutique hotel, including a complimentary gourmet breakfast made from fresh ingredients from local orchards and organic farms and in-room massage therapy. If Glencairn is full, you might also try Nassau Inn or The Peacock Inn, two equally-appealing  choices.

Saturday

After breakfast at Glencairn, you have several fascinating options for the day:

1. Take a romantic walking or biking tour of the town or a bus tour exploring Washington's footsteps back in 1783 and the neighborhoods of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.
2. Spend the day together antiquing or shopping at any number of local outlets: Lawrenceville Main Street, Palmer Square, Lambertville, New Hope, Golden Nugget Flea Market.

End the day with dinner at The Peacock Inn Restaurant, which is listed among the "Best New Restaurants" by New Jersey Monthly Magazine. Executive Chef Manuel Perez has received acclaim for his "New American" cuisine menu and has received four stars (an "Excellent" rating) from The Star Ledger.

Sunday

The university is without question, one of Princeton's main attractions. At 10 a.m., go on a self-guided around the world and through the ages at Princeton University Art Museum.

After the scavenger hunt, head to the D&R canal for a short or extended history-filled hiking, biking or kayaking excursion down the Delaware and Raritan Canal.

At the end of this action-packed day, you can be rewarded upon your return to Glencairn with a soothing in-room massage therapy session.

For dinner, you should treat yourselves to Mediterra, which offers "upscale, casual cuisine of the 21 countries surrounding the Mediterranean Sea and an award-winning wine list."

Monday

What would Memorial Day be without a parade?  will begin at 9 a.m. in Hightstown. The grandstand for the parade will be located in front of the Hightstown Engine Co. #1. A ceremony will be held at Peddie Lake in downtown Hightstown (near the library) and another at the on Main Street.  The parade will end at the where refreshments will be available.

You will undoubtedly have a wonderfully romantic weekend filled with history, culture and exciting new adventures.

Let me know how it goes!