Classic, Low-Cost Valentine’s Day Dates
Valentine’s Day is, as many of us know it, a holiday reserved for buying candy we don’t eat, going to expensive dinners, and buying new clothes or lingerie for a significant other.
Time reports Americans will spend an average of $19 billion on the holiday this year, with the individual spending about $150.
That being said, save some extra cash this Valentine’s Day and do something romantic and cost effective.
Stargaze together- Is your valentine a sucker for the classics? Drive to your local park or deserted lot where there aren’t a lot of lights and noise, unplug, and look up. Extra points for printing off a map of constellations to point out and look for with your boo.
Take an intermediate hike- I say intermediate because there is a difference between making the 20 minute hike down your local trail verses an hour or more hike up a mountain, hill or other natural structure. When you and your partner make it to the top you will feel like you can do anything. Except maybe climb back down.
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Netflix and chill- This may seem banal for those who frequent the streaming site, but there are so many hidden gems on Hulu and Netflix. Pick a spooky documentary, a beloved classic, or a delightfully terrible film and cuddle up with some snacks. This is a great one for those couples who find themselves too busy to ever go out and do anything. If your work schedules allow it, unwinding together after a long day is the best.
When it comes to low-cost dates for Valentine’s Day, simplicity is key. Spending time together is the most important thing.