If the thought of planning something special for Valentine’s Day has you stuck for creative ideas and afraid of emptying your wallet, then it’s time to think about something other than flowers, dinners and movies. While classic date night ideas undoubtedly make for a pleasant evening, choosing a more original way of celebrating this holiday can make the experience truly special for you and your partner.
So, here are five unique and fun, yet quite affordable Valentine’s Day date night ideas.
1. Look at the Stars
Is there anything more romantic than sharing intimate moments cuddled up with your loved one under the stars? However, since February is a winter month in half of the world, an outing such as this one might not be a possible date night idea.
In that case, why not opt for a trip to your local planetarium? Take a tour of the planetarium and learn more about the universe, then finish the night at the auditorium, enjoying the beautiful view of the galaxy.
You’ll find that a peek into space and catching a light show makes for quite a romantic night under the stars, no matter the weather.
2. Create an Intimate Evening at Home
In order to avoid pricey meals and crowded restaurants, instead of a traditional Valentine’s Day night out, why not spend a romantic evening at home? Start by preparing a meal together, which has proven to be quite a satisfying and arousing activity, then enjoy an intimate meal with your partner.
While dining set the mood with dimmed lights, a couple of scented candles and some soft, romantic music. Follow the dinner with a romantic slow dance session and see where the night takes you.
3. Take a Trip down Memory Lane
Another great and quite affordable date night idea would be to recreate one of the best dates you had with your significant other. Whether you choose to go back to the place you first met, or rent a movie you first saw together that made you realize you had the same sense of humor, recreating one evening that meant the most to you and had the biggest impact on your relationship is one of the most romantic things you can do this Valentine’s Day.
4. Try Couple’s Yoga
Getting up close, hot and sweaty sounds like the perfect Valentine’s Day date idea. When you sign up for a couple’s yoga class or even try it at home, you can sneak in a workout while getting some one-on-one (literally) time with your Valentine.
This kind of yoga focuses on specific poses that can be done with a partner, such as face-to-face breathing exercises, assisted stretches, and back-to-back bends.
By doing this sort of workout together, you can increase trust and communication with your partner and improve your intimacy and sex life. You can also push away the stress and anxiety from the week.
A perfect finish for this type of date would be to head to the juice bar for some tasty smoothies or indulge in some healthy salads for two.
5. Volunteer Together
While getting your hands dirty for a good cause might not seem like the most romantic idea. There’s something to be said about a date that gives you insight into your partner’s compassionate and caring side.
Consider volunteering at an animal shelter together, where you will be able to play with adorable puppies or even help a few couples pick out their perfect pet. You can also sign up to visit the elderly at a local care center, where you can be a completely different kind of Valentine for someone in need.
Instead of blowing your budget and forcing yourself to put up with big crowds, opt for a simple date that perfectly represents you and your partner as a couple, and you’re sure to have the most romantic Valentine’s Day yet.
Sometimes the intent behind the gift is just as important. Read more on some of the best gifts for the special lady in your life.
