Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these ideas that are more romantic than going out
Read on for ways to celebrate Valentine's Day in 2021 that are even more romantic than going out.
This past year, couples have experienced major restrictions on "normal" dating activities while following stay-at-home orders, social distancing and working from home — a universal conflict for couples of all stripes, new or old, healthy or strained.
As the pandemic continues to unfold, Valentine's Day, like every holiday since it began, won't be quite the same as usual. If you're used to celebrating with your significant other, missing out on the usual festivities and being relegated to the confines of your home might seem like a bummer.
Read on for ways to celebrate Valentine's Day in 2021 that are even more romantic than going out. And for some relationship tips you can use any day of the year.
Cook together: It might be fun to agree on a recipe and then tackle it side by side, and you’ll definitely want to aim for something you wouldn’t make on an average day. Go through all the steps together -- maybe you could even follow a YouTube tutorial together.
Involve your friends: Set up a little video get-together -- or maybe even a virtual double date.
Dance: You could learn one together, or just build the playlist as a couple and enjoy being in each other’s arms. Reconnecting, love and companionship. Aren’t you glad you have one another?
Walk or star-gaze: If it’s a chilly night, take a long walk hand-in-hand with your partner. Or still go outside, but bring tons of blankets, pour wine, make a fire if your house has that option and star-gaze.