In these tough economic times, everyone’s feeling a little bit thrifty. Prices are rising while salaries continue to stay the same. It’s enough to dissuade you from going out and spending large amounts of money on lavish dinners and overpriced bottles of wine. The good news is that dating can be simple, and you can impress your date without having to break your bank.
Wine Tasting
Taking your date on a wine-tasting tour will be less expensive and more exciting than ordering a fancy bottle at a bar or restaurant. Most wine tours are located in the countryside, so plan your ride accurately. You want to make it more of a fun adventure than a cheapskate date. Cellars that conduct tours usually ask for a small cover charge, but it will far less than fine dining. It would also be a good idea to plan a picnic with some bread, deli meats, cheese, and fruits. Sit in the romantic countryside, and enjoy each other’s company.
Ice skating
With winter coming, grabbing a pair of skates and heading down to your local rink is the perfect cheap date idea. Not only is it a great excuse to hold hands, but also a romantic gesture that include a thermos of hot chocolate (spiked or not). Keep each other, and have few laughs while you slip and slide on the ice.
Visit your local art gallery
If you live nearby a big city, there’s guaranteed to be a decent art gallery within proximity. They usually have days or nights when the entrance is cheaper or by donation. Grab your date, and enhance your art history knowledge. The pieces we are drawn to can say a lot about our personalities, and there is soothing, relaxing feeling that comes with being surrounded by beautiful, creative thought.
Your main aim is not to come across as cheap, rather you want to pitch these ideas as if they’re quirky and outside of the classic “dinner and a movie date” box.