This is a collaborative post: You may adore the fuss around the holiday of love or completely deny its necessity. But, one more occasion to express your love to your partner and feel loved in turn will not harm any relationship or marriage.
There is romance inside each of us; we just channel it in different ways. Use this day to create new memories with your significant other, share your “bucket list” plans with them, and enjoy your time together.
With the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, it is still recommended to stay home as much as possible. In case all the restrictions will be there on Valentine’s Day too, it is better to have a Plan B, which includes some ideas on spending the date night indoors.
Here are five suggestions we’ve prepared for you!
Prepare a Handcrafted Gift
Even though Valentine’s Day celebrations become more and more of a marketing ploy every year, people will still buy heart-shaped chocolates, flowers, and expensive jewelry. However, many believe that such gifts can hardly be called remarkable. Instead, it will make it seem like your partner has made a minimum effort to choose a gift.
What if you make a gift with your own hands? Of course, it may not turn out as elegant as you expect, but realizing how much meaning and tenderness you have invested in it, your Valentine will appreciate the time and patience spent on making a surprise for them, whatever it is. There are many ideas for DIY gifts for your girlfriend or boyfriend on the web, but ensure that you pick something depending on their primary interests or a wish list.
Stream an Online Concert
Even before the pandemic, holiday concerts were a thing, so you can be sure – you will indeed have plenty to choose from this year. Check if your favorite musicians are planning to perform online for Valentine’s Day, or pick a recorded concert of your favorite band – the one you have been to an actual show together will be a perfect choice.
Concerts always become the brightest memories. If you are in a long-term relationship, you probably have some to recollect, and if you are a fresh new couple, it is time to start making memories together.
Go on a Picnic
…in your living room. Breakfast in bed is a charming thing to do on a weekday but is a bit lame for Valentine’s Day. Besides, who can boast of going on a picnic in February? From this perspective, staying at home does not look so hopeless.
Do not limit yourselves only to throwing a couple of blankets on the floor and grabbing a few packs of snacks. Prepare for a real picnic! You can point a starry sky projector at the ceiling or hang a garland, pack your straw picnic basket with your favourite delicacies, like olives, different kinds of cheese, berries, and a bottle of excellent wine.
You can also pack a board game or a book of poetry – anything you would typically take to the park with you. Yes, even a frisbee, but the safety of the living room is on you. And do not forget the glasses and cutlery! Going to get them in the kitchen can ruin the romantic atmosphere.
Movie Night
There is no need to reinvent the wheel when arranging a romantic date night, as movie nights can indeed be memorable and exciting. You can rewatch the first film you watched in the cinema together (even if it is a bad one), or get prepared for The Lord of the Rings marathon (extended version, of course) – choose anything that will be a perfect comfort movie for both of you.
Home-made popcorn, a gallon of ice cream with two spoons, and timely ordered Chinese food delivery will make sure nothing can distract you from the screen – and each other.
Get a SPA Date
Just like with a picnic, you can recreate a revitalizing SPA experience at home, namely in your bathroom. Pick some bathing salt and oils as a present, but arrange a comprehensive set of procedures as well. And remember to put your phones on silent!
Have a bath together with soothing face masks on (yes, both of you!), turn on some ambient tunes, and light calming candles to set a relaxing mood. Later, you can massage each other and even meditate for a while. It will help you both to slow down, be attentive to each other, and make the night yours only.
Final Note
Valentine’s Day is about love, not the ways of celebrating it. Emphasize who you have right next to you – it will guarantee a great date. It does not matter whether it will be a lame thematic movie to watch and laugh at that night or a serenade to sing in your bedroom. Remember that gifts that come straight from your heart will always be the most appreciated ones.
Ensure that you dedicate this time to each other; make it your quality time, like there are only two of you in the whole universe.