Oh Valentine’s Day, how some people love this time of year, while others couldn’t care less. Whether we like it or not, it’s the perfect reason to have a date night. This night is set aside for your other half or with close friends. Romantic dinners for two or a new and exciting adventure can all be reserved for a special night. So, with Valentine’s Day upon us, we’ve compiled our list of top 5 date ideas. So enjoy and plan a night that you won’t soon forget.
Cozy Night In: Why hassle with the crowds when you can have a cozy night in for two? Forget making reservations or buying tickets, bring your favorite restaurant to you. Are you a fan of Italian food? Have a particular favorite Italian restaurant? Well see if you can find a recipe similar to your favorite dish there. Recreate your favorite meal from your favorite restaurant.
Does your other half have a favorite Mexican dish? Well, fix it! Or bring in a caterer. Making your loved ones favorite dish will be an absolute hit with them, it shows that you listen. It truly is a thoughtful gift. Pair with candles, flowers and a beautiful lighting to set the evening night.
Where Was Your First Date: Been dating for a few years or married? Take your loved one back to your very first date. Take them back to that amusement park, movie theater or restaurant where you had your first date. If those locations are no longer there, rent the first movie you saw together and create the first meal you ever shared. This Valentine’s Day date idea is extremely thoughtful. You’ll come off as a true romantic. Recreating one of the very first moments you shared together will have any girl tingling at her knees. Even guys will enjoy this. Don’t let that hard façade show otherwise.
Volunteer: We can all agree that Valentine’s Day is a special holiday. Most everyone gets joy out of it. Therefore, if you don’t have a significant one if your life, volunteer. Grab a group of girlfriends and brighten someone’s day on this special holiday. Volunteer at a local food bank, soup kitchen, humane society or any local charity in your area. A great way to spread Valentine’s Day cheer, while spending quality time with close friends.
Early Morning View: Start your morning early. Get up, grab a pair of shoes, blanket and water and head for the hills. This date is geared towards guys and girls. Or even turn it into an exciting camping trip. Hike up to the hills and watch the sunrise together. Reflect on the special moments you’ve shared together and share in the peaceful awakening of nature. You can pack breakfast for two, share hot coffee and cuddle up on a blanket together. All while watching the romantic sunrise.
Adventure Day: Want an experience that will bring you closer together? Planning an exciting adventure is the perfect bonding time. Visit an amusement park and ride all the roller coasters, go sky diving, bungee jumping or rock climbing. Plan something that you’ve never done, but always wanted to do. Sharing a new and exciting experience together, whether it be with a loved one or close friends, will truly bring you closer together.
So when planning a last-minute date for Valentine’s Day, go with one of our 5 date ideas. You can go with fun, romantic, exciting, traditional and out-of-the-box date ideas. Find a Valentine’s date idea that will make this holiday one for the books.
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