For its debut, the festival, a project of the Matt Catingub Orchestra of Hawai'i, has assembled a hefty roster of talent and shows. The contest's winning couple will get two tickets to Honolulu and seats for all events.

"We are extremely grateful to be part of this wonderful promotion with Martha Stewart," said festival producer Allen Sviridoff. "She has worked with us to create one of the most romantic packages for a special couple in her audience this Valentine's Day. We are sure this will be one of the most unforgettable experiences of their lives."

The prize includes:

i Tickets to every festival concert, with such themes as "A Smooth Romance," "The Most Romantic Songs Ever Written ... Part I," "Return to Romance: The CD" and "The Rhythm of Romance: From Motown to Nashville to Hollywood to Oahu."

i Two roundtrip tickets to Honolulu on Continental Airlines.

i Accommodations at The Kahala Hotel Resort.

i A flight on a private plane to the Big Island to indulge in the Lava Love spa package at the Mauna Lani Resort.

i Special recognition at the opening ceremonies of the festival at 'Iolani Palace, the only official royal palace in the U.S., on March 1.

i A special Champagne reception at Harry Winston at Ala Moana Shopping Center, with gifts for the couple.

Audience members at the Stewart show on Feb. 14 will receive an Island lei plus a copy of the "Return to Romance" CD.

The festival, created by the Catingub orchestra, celebrates the greatest songs and presumes that the live performances will be from the most romantic spot on earth. Events are at several venues, including the Hawai'i Theatre, the Waikiki Shell and the Blaisdell Arena.