What is the real meaning of Valentine's Day? Learn about the holiday's origins, history, traditions and why we celebrate in... Stumped by what to get your sweetheart? Pick up one of these ...

But how is Valentine's Day celebrated in Portugal? Do the Portuguese embrace this romantic tradition? Let’s explore the history, origins, and unique traditions of Valentine’s Day in Portugal.

St. Dwynwen's Day has many of the same traditions as Valentine's Day, with the added twist that lovers often exchange wooden spoons with one another as a token of affection. Learn more about St ...

He was buried on February 14, and it was only in the 14th century that writer and poet Geoffrey Chaucer “invented” the tradition of Valentine’s Day in his poem, A Parliament of Fowls.

Historians believe that Valentine's Day is rooted in the Roman love and fertility festival, Lupercalia, and was a move by Gelasius I to Christianise pagan traditions. Prof Bellitto says there is ...