Many couples struggle with the romantic side of their relationship. It seems as if once they are
living together or married, they get into a routine which can soon start to look like an unromantic rut. As with everything else in life, if you pay attention to something, you will be prioritizing it and hopefully be successful at it.
Both men and women struggle with romantic ideas for a date night to try to put the romance back, especially if they’ve been in the rut for a while.
Here are ten ideas that should work, and which don’t have to cost a lot.
1. A Meal for Two
Depending on your budget, you could go out to your favorite restaurant. Or, you could plan to cook a nice multi-course meal, complete with wine and dessert, that caters to your tastes. Even if you are not a great cook, there are a lot of meal kit services that deliver everything you need in one package to make an (exotic) meal of your choice for a fraction of the cost of dining out.
2. An Evening Picnic
This is ideal when the evenings start to get longer. Head for your local park, beach or beauty spot with a picnic hamper full of your favorite treats. If it’s within walking distance of your home, you can share some champagne or even cocktails.
3. A Late Night Opening
Most museums and art galleries stay open late one night of the week. Take your loved one to the exhibits and plan a nice meal out or at home.
4. Movie Night
Go out, or stay in with a pile of DVDs or streaming. You don’t have to see a romantic movie, but it can help.
5. A Trip to the Spa
Some spas have couples’ nights and special couples’ rooms and other features to set a romantic mood for the evening. Choose from various forms of massage and other therapies. See if they also serve food and drink at the facility.
6. A Trip to the Gym
This may not sound that romantic, but the truth is that exercise elevates mood and gives a good boost of energy. Competitive couples can find it sexy to face off over various activities. Others find it fun to take classes together, such as spinning or Zumba.
7. Ballroom Dancing
Even if you have two left feet, this can be an activity your partner will really enjoy, and be fun and romantic as well. Dress up or down and bring your sense of humor and fun with you.
8. Sporting Events
Again, this is not always sexy or romantic for everyone, but spending quality time together on a shared activity makes it easier to get closer and bridge any gaps that have formed because you’ve been putting romance on the back burner instead of making it a priority.
9. A Concert
This is perfect if you both love music. If the price of tickets is very high in your area, look for open air concerts in the local parks.
10. A Night Away
Try a weeknight in a nice hotel, complete with room service and a trip to the hot tub. You can usually get an affordable room rate, and won’t have to worry about anyone bothering you once you hang up that “Do not disturb” sign.
This is ideal for couples with children who can get a sitter to look after them overnight while you lay the ground for the romance and intimacy that has been lacking in your relationship. Check Groupon and similar sites, or travel sites, for special deals.
