#valentinesdateideas

Learn something new at a museum. Take your date here if you both want to get lost in history and art. You’ll never run out of things to say as you mull over new discoveries and linger over topics other than the usual “first-date” small talk. And who knows, even see a deeper side of one another.

Enjoy local performances. If you want a quiet night out, check to see if your town has any local jazz performances or coffee shop shows. Enjoy live music, a laid-back ambience and cozy conversations in an opened, yet private space. Even though there will be people, you’ll feel as though you’re the only ones there. I just love that.

Explore your own town. Wear your most comfortable shoes, bring along a Polaroid camera and take a trip in your own city. Catch the metro, train, bus, or taxi and get off at the first stop that catches your eye. Eating at hole-in-the-wall places? Exploring street art? Meeting local strangers? The sky’s your limit! Don’t forget to bring along your MILK Eyewear sunnies to protect your eyes from being outside all day.

  Take a trip to a nearby vineyard. Ladies, put on your best sundress and killer heels. Gents, top off your outfit with a classic bow tie. Let’s take a trip far, far away from the city. A date at a vineyard is a lot more casual than an elegant dinner, but it’s just as fancy. Take in the view and spend the afternoon sipping on different wines, as you enjoy the fresh air with your date by your side. Want to save money? Have your own wine and cheese tasting at home. No matter what, this will win you extra brownie points

Go on a new adventure. This one is for those that love a sense of adventure and freedom. Ready? Pack your gears and head out to a climbing gym. Nothing says “I trust you,” more than you putting your life on the line as your date belays and feeds you the rope. But hey, that makes it more fun right? Afterwards, you can bond over your climbing experience with some hearty burgers and fries. 

Do some good. You know that special feeling you get when you see someone you love do something compassionate for others? I sure do. That’s why I think it’s a great idea to volunteer your time at senior’s home or animal shelter and help spread some love to others. Or, if you have a dog, love them by celebrating February’s Responsible Pet Owner’s Month by taking your fluffy friend out to a dog park so they can find a Valentine of their own too. Afterwards, you can reward each other with trip to your local ice cream shop for a positive day!

Stay home and cook a meal together. Dates don’t always have to involve going out to eat. Wake up early and set out for a drive to a nearby orchard or explore your local farmer’s market. Then, use what you picked that day to cook a hearty dinner together. Try new recipes or make your favorites ones. The choice is yours. Either way, this is a great way to utilize your whole day!

Camp out in your backyard and star gaze. There’s something about gazing up at the night sky that makes me want to spill all my secrets and deepest emotions. For a romantic and intimate date, snuggle under the stars with a cup of hot chocolate while you roast some s’mores and barbeque a few hot dogs. Bring everything you would need for a real camping trip to keep its authenticity like a tent and lots of blankets! This is the perfect date for our working friends who just want to stay in and unwind

Spend a day relaxing at the spa. Planning the perfect date can be pretty stressful. Especially if you’ve been together for a long time and you've had more than your fair share of planning the perfect one, over and over again. Relieve some stress this time around and pay for each other’s spa experiences. Now if that isn't a perfectly relaxing date idea, I don’t know what is.  

Date in a box. For those in long distance relationships, purchase a nice box or basket and fill it up with your date’s favorite things. Include a copy of a movie you want to watch together, along with a cute note, and have everything mailed to them. Then, on the day of, order yourself some take out and have the same thing delivered to your date’s house. Once they've received everything, webcam each other as you both eat your dinner and watch the same movie. By doing the same things together, you’ll feel as though they are right there with you!

Go halfsies. If you love surprises, you’ll love this idea. One person plans half the day, while the other plans the other half. This way, the both of you will be able to enjoy a bit of each other’s creativity and do something you’ll equally enjoy.

No matter what you do, remember to take some time to reflect and relive the memories you’ve had with each other. I love remembering with my friends all the good times we’ve shared, all the laughs we’ve had, and all the crazy things we’ve done. It really shows how much you cherish moments together and that means more than anything.

                                                                                  Written by J.P

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