{"id":72427,"date":"2019-02-13T10:56:32","date_gmt":"2019-02-13T10:56:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weddingdates.ie\/blog\/?p=72427"},"modified":"2020-02-12T12:01:39","modified_gmt":"2020-02-12T12:01:39","slug":"valentines-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/valentines-day\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Alternative Date Ideas For Your Valentine&#8217;s Day With BAE"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Sick of the same old dinner out for your Valentine&#8217;s day with BAE?<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a fun activity or something to do together at home, we&#8217;ve got you covered this year. From a quiet evening to exciting activities, there&#8217;s something that is sure to spark the interest of any couple. Just because the holiday falls on a work night, doesn&#8217;t mean your\u00a0plans are limited. There are plenty of possibilities for cosy evenings or activities to carry the holiday over through the weekend.<\/p>\n<p>So, cancel your reservations and try something different this year&#8230;<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Book A Spa Day<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Valentine&#8217;s day is the perfect excuse to indulge in a relaxing spa day with your SO. Book in for a couples&#8217; massage and a day of pampering.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gallery overflow\"><div class=\"grid\"><div class=\"col-1-1 mob-col-1-1 tiny-col-1-1\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-1\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"alan-caishan-1207495-unsplash (1600x1067)\" title=\"alan-caishan-1207495-unsplash (1600x1067)\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/alan-caishan-1207495-unsplash-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/alan-caishan-1207495-unsplash-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Plan A Cinema Night At Home<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for something a bit more low-key, film lovers will love a quiet night at home with a movie marathon. Choose some classic\u00a0rom-coms, pop the popcorn and settle in for a cosy evening.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Make Dinner Together<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>This may seem a bit too ordinary, but for a couple that&#8217;s always on the go or that don&#8217;t cook often, making a special meal at home might be ideal for a romantic evening. Just don&#8217;t forget the wine!<\/p>\n<div class=\"gallery overflow\"><div class=\"grid\"><div class=\"col-1-1 mob-col-1-1 tiny-col-1-1\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-1\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"soroush-karimi-507824-unsplash (1600x1067)\" title=\"soroush-karimi-507824-unsplash (1600x1067)\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/soroush-karimi-507824-unsplash-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/soroush-karimi-507824-unsplash-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Check out some live music<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Head to a concert or an evening on the town to see some live\u00a0music. If you&#8217;re too busy during the week to celebrate the holiday, book tickets for a gig at the weekend and go all out.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gallery overflow\"><div class=\"grid\"><div class=\"col-1-1 mob-col-1-1 tiny-col-1-1\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-1\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"sergio-alejandro-ortiz-110188-unsplash (1600x1067)\" title=\"sergio-alejandro-ortiz-110188-unsplash (1600x1067)\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/sergio-alejandro-ortiz-110188-unsplash-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/sergio-alejandro-ortiz-110188-unsplash-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Go Bowling<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>A friendly\u00a0game of bowling might spark a little bit of competition, and sure, you&#8217;ll at least be able to have a laugh.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Group Date Out<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Who said Valentine&#8217;s Day can&#8217;t include your closest pals? You&#8217;ll get the best of both worlds when you plan an evening on the town with other couples.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gallery overflow\"><div class=\"grid\"><div class=\"col-1-1 mob-col-1-1 tiny-col-1-1\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-1\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"rawpixel-754045-unsplash (1600x1068) (1600x1068)\" title=\"rawpixel-754045-unsplash (1600x1068) (1600x1068)\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/rawpixel-754045-unsplash-1600x1068-1600x1068-1000x668.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/rawpixel-754045-unsplash-1600x1068-1600x1068-1000x668.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><strong>Go For a Hike<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Get your sweat on and see some sights! Head outdoors and take the excuse to explore somewhere new with a romantic\u00a0hike.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Go Wine Tasting<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Take the excuse to head out and sip some wine, or better yet, host your own wine tasting party with your favourite couples.<\/p>\n<div class=\"gallery overflow\"><div class=\"grid\"><div class=\"col-1-1 mob-col-1-1 tiny-col-1-1\"><div class=\"gallery-image gcl-1\"><a class=\"lightbox\" alt=\"bence-boros-354460-unsplash (1600x1067)\" title=\"bence-boros-354460-unsplash (1600x1067)\" href=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/bence-boros-354460-unsplash-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\" data-imagelightbox=\"f\"><img decoding=\"async\"   src=\"https:\/\/weddingdates.ie\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/bence-boros-354460-unsplash-1600x1067-1000x667.jpg\"><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Images via: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\">Unsplash\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Sick of the same old dinner out for your Valentine&#8217;s day with BAE? 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