counselor education<\/a>\u00a0and executive director of the Âé¶¹Ó³»´«Ã½ Marriage and Family Research Institute, offers these date night ideas for you and your partner.<\/p>\nDrive-in movie<\/h2>\n If you\u2019re up for a mini road trip, this is a great option for a once-in-a-while experience. These three theaters are all within 90 miles of Âé¶¹Ó³»´«Ã½: Lakeland\u2019s Silver Moon Drive-in Theatre, Ocala Drive-in, and Dade City\u2019s Joy-Lan Drive-in & Swap Shop.<\/p>\n
\u201cAnything in the Fridge\u201d Game<\/h2>\n Without shopping for anything new, use what you have in your fridge and pantry and compete to decide who made the better meal.<\/p>\n
Complete the 16 Personalities Myers Briggs assessment<\/h2>\n This can start a really good conversation about your similarities or differences, or you can discuss about how inaccurate it may be.<\/p>\n
\u201cROLL\u201d Dating Game<\/h2>\n Choose a movie, dinner, snack or beverage of choice. Write and number 15 items that correspond with each category. Ask Google or Siri to pick a number between 1 and 15. Whatever she rolls is whatever you do.<\/p>\n
\u201cReminded me of you\u201d game<\/h2>\n You and your partner go to a store of your choosing (e.g. Target, Walmart, Dollar Tree) and look for different items that remind you of each other. Consider different categories: Favorite snack, favorite drink, something their favorite color, something they need, something that reminds you of them, something you want them to try, something you need for the house, *bonus: movie you want to watch.<\/p>\n
Airbnb Virtual Experience<\/h2>\n Since traveling is a bit difficult during the pandemic, Airbnb offers a variety of experiences without ever having to leave your home. Some include ravioli making with an Italian chef or meditation and yoga sessions with an instructor in Spain.<\/p>\n
Enjoy a picnic<\/h2>\n Bring a blanket or tailgate chairs to your favorite outdoor spot. If you\u2019re in Orlando, check out some of the City Beautiful\u2019s parks or gardens, many of which are free.<\/p>\n
Tour a museum or attraction virtually<\/h2>\n Immerse yourself in museums, such as The Louvre, the Guggenheim, the San Diego Zoo and many more around the world, that are offering free virtual tours of their facilities during the pandemic.<\/p>\n
Game night<\/h2>\n This could be fun to also do as a virtual double date. You can pick your favorite game and play with your partner or play via Zoom as a double date with other friends and family. The app Houseparty is also group friendly.<\/p>\n
Stargaze and s\u2019mores night<\/h2>\n Cozy up by a firepit and indulge in toasted marshmallows or s\u2019mores. Pro tip: consider peanut butter cups, other chocolate candies or Nutella when building your s\u2019mores.<\/p>\n
Dance in the living room<\/h2>\n Learn some new moves by watching YouTube videos, or cue up a slow-dancing playlist.<\/p>\n
Have an at-home spa day<\/h2>\n Treat yourself to some pampering and offer to give each other massages.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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