With Valentine’s Day approaching we can easily get caught up in the frivolity of lavishing the ones we love with romantic gifts and gestures. Whether you are newly dating or have been married for decades, you may be planning to do something special to show your love.
Flower retailers cash in big time on Valentine’s Day so you should be prepared to spend $100 for a dozen roses that would normally cost you $20 on any other day. If you’re on a tight budget you may need to become more creative to achieve a memorable date that is affordable.
The key to making an event your partner will glow over for years to come is to know what your partner likes and what interests he or she has. Perhaps the gift of time spent with your loved one is the best gift. We are so torn in a million directions each day with other priorities, finding enough time to be with your significant other is difficult. Finding a spot without the possibility of distraction to properly catch up with each other can be very rewarding and enriching in your relationship.
Here are some cost-friendly ideas to help you shine on your date:
1. Go to a popular or high-end restaurant and have dessert only
2. Cook a meal together. Make your favorite recipe or try something new. There are some restaurants that offer cooking classes for couples.
3. Go for a walk through a local park
4. Get some fun pictures together in a photo booth
5. Rent a movie and eat popcorn at home
6. Go bowling together
7. Host your own spa evening at home
8. Dance the night away at a local club. Check out dance classes offered in your area.
9. Make a list of your favorite things about each other and read them to each other. It’s a great way to show your appreciation for one another.
10. Go out for coffee
The secret to a fantastic Valentines evening is the effort you put into the date, not the money. Be creative and thoughtful when planning and keep romance in your heart. Your partner will feel cherished and appreciated…and so will your bank account. It’s a WIN / WIN scenario!
To learn more about how to deal with your partners spending habits before you marry, read our article, “Don’t marry Debt – Know your Partner’s Spending Habits from the Start”..
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