Nothing takes the romance out of Valentine's Day like the arrival of children. One minute, the holiday means roses, champagne, and a night full of passion — and then suddenly you're celebrating by baking two dozen egg-free, wheat-free, nut-free pink cupcakes for the class party.

Celebrating Valentine's Day with kids is fun, but there's no reason why you can't have an "adults-only" celebration as well. Need inspiration? Check out these great ideas for romantic, grown-up celebrations that we've rounded up from around the web!

Grown-up Valentine's Day Celebration Ideas

• Indulge in decadent treats like Raspberry Mousse Cakes or any of these 5 Romantic Valentine's Day Desserts after the kids have gone to bed.
   
• Kick the traditional Valentine's Day cocktail up a notch by making a Love Potion No. 9. In a blender, combine 3 parts Sauza Silver Tequila, 1 part DeKupyer Razzmatazz Schnapps Liqueur, and 4 parts chocolate ice cream. Garnish this adults-only treat with fresh raspberries and enjoy!
   
• Skip the overpriced Valentine's packages, and dine on February 13 instead. If you can splurge for a weekend away, travel February 24-26, when rates are lower.
   
• Like sushi? Learn how to make "Valentine Rolls" on YouTube, and then enjoy an adults-only sushi dinner (again, best after the kids go to bed).
   
• Read 10 Valentine's Day Tips for Spouses Who Want to Improve Their Marriage if you want to reconnect with your significant other on a more meaningful level.
   
• Think outside the box to plan a better Valentine's Day date. For example, how about lunch and a romantic afternoon rendezvous at a local hotel? You can celebrate with your significant other and still be home in time to tuck your little ones into bed.
   
• Skip the cotton nightgown or baggy sweatpants for at least one night and buy some sexy lingerie. It's a fun way to keep your sex life steamy.
   
• Create a romantic scavenger hunt for your partner to complete, or play romantic games together.
   
• Curl up on the couch and watch romantic movies like The Notebook or Casablanca. Check out the American Film Institute's list of the 100 greatest love stories of all time for more ideas.

Recapture the Romance

Valentine's Day is, for the most part, an overly commercialized Hallmark holiday. But if nothing else, the fanfare that accompanies February 14 serves as a good reminder that it really is important to show our significant other how much we care. Connecting as a couple is good for your relationship, even if it feels almost impossible to accomplish.

So whether you spend a glamorous night on the town or share a glass of wine in the comfort of your living room, make the effort to spend some time alone together this Valentine's Day. Besides, isn't quiet time without the kids all the romance that parents really need anyway?

Do you celebrate Valentine's Day with your significant other? Or has the holiday become more about celebrating with your children?