• Romantic and unique birthday ideas.Glasses with almonds image by Krista Kalbin from Fotolia.com
  
  Birthdays only come around once a year, and when it does you want to be sure to buy the perfect gift and plan the prefect evening for your spouse. While many people choose the traditional dinner-and-a-movie outing, there are many unique romantic birthday ideas that will make his birthday one that he'll never forget.
  
  

Home-Cooked Candlelight Dinner

• Plan a romantic candlelight dinner-at-home with just the two of you and, be sure to set the stage. Decide on a romantic dinner menu and, if it's in the budget, splurge a little on the food selection. For instance, if you know she likes caviar or lobster, buy caviar and lobster but, try to keep it simple, unless you're a pro in the kitchen. Get Add oysters or strawberries and warm chocolate to add to the romance.
  
  Don't forget your sparkling water, wine or champagne. When selecting wine, choose the proper type according to your main entree. Set the tone with soft music, light the candles, turn off your phones, TV's and any other distractions and it will be a romantic birthday she'll never forget.
  
  

Helicopter Tour

• A helicopter tour around the city is sure to wow her and leave a lasting impression. Most metropolitan cities have helicopter tours of the city. Tours can range between 25 to 80 minutes, depending on your preference. Create the most romantic setting, hovering over the city's evening skyline while sipping on champagne. This is sure to create memories that will last a lifetime.
  
  

Scavenger Hunt

• Who said scavenger hunts were for kids? Adult scavenger hunts can be sexy, romantic and exciting. Surprise you spouse by leaving directional notes in random places, all leading to a hidden treasure.
  
  For instance, leave a note on the door for when your wife arrives home. The note could direct them to look on the table, where there's another note instructing her to get the bottle of champagne out of the refrigerator. On the bottle of champagne another note says follow the rose petals. At the end of the rose petals, another note directing her into the room where she finds his first gift, along with another note directing him into the bathroom. Do this until she finally makes it to you. Try to leave at least 8 to 10 notes to keep it intriguing. Even though the notes may start at home, they could always lead to other places.