If Cupid missed you this Valentine’s Day, don’t panic – being single can be fun, especially in the company of great friends. Try something you'd never get away with if you had to consider a man's preferences!

1. Take a sultry dance class

Everyone likes feeling confident and sexy, and a sultry dance class can show you the best way to strut your stuff. For those who fancy exotic Latin culture, salsa and belly dancing involve lots of booty shaking. If you are looking for a more sensual type of dance, search for specialty studios that offer pole dancing, strip tease, or burlesque classes. Not only is dance fun, it also supplies an intense work out.

2. Play Tourist

Your ex's idea of art is a Harley Davidson with just enough scuff and rattle to make it manly. He never wanted to take you anywhere artsy, so take some time now to explore the sights and have an adventure. Stop by the local art gallery, farmer’s market, historical sight, or even go on a hike.

3. Mingle at Singles Events

There are plenty of other singles out there who are looking for love, and luckily, Valentine's Day comes on the weekend this year. So grab a girlfriend, glam up, and hit the busiest spot on the city strip. For laughs, try out a speed dating event or karaoke bar!
4. Make a Movie Night

Why mope about ex-lovers when you can stare at Daniel Craig’s abs? Pick up your favourite flick, some expensive chocolate and fizzy, and spend girly time with your friends gossiping unashamedly, or, ahem, join us for our Chick's Night Out on Feb 19th.

5. Throw a Spa Party

With our current economical climate, a spa day at home is the ideal way to save money, unwind and have fun. Have your friends bring their favourite beauty products and experiment with natural food ingredients for a tasty facial mask. Set the atmosphere: light scented candles and soothing music for a tranquil setting, european techno for something a little more exotic.

If your girlfriends have inexcusably ditched you to spend quality time with their squeezes, try one of these suggestions from our PR friends at Environics:

* Share the (Anti-) Love: Don’t snub your friends in relationships; instead send them environmentally friendly Anti-Valentines Day e-cards. We recommend the free designs from BlueMountain.com

* Share the Math: Calculate how much your friends have spent on their loved ones for Valentine's Day. Text/e-mail/call them with the amount. Put it into context by sending them listings for fabulous shoes, electronic gadgets or anything else that they could have spent their cash on.

* Load up on Unconditional Love: Want to experience unconditional love? Invite your mom out to dinner.

* Love Yourself: Don’t wait for a secret admirer, send a gift to yourself. You’re guaranteed to love it!

by Jacqueline To  with contribution from Nazia Khan