February 12, 2020 by Hannah Ebeling
Valentine's Day Without Breaking the Bank
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Are you looking for ways to treat your loved one to a nice date or something a little special without breaking the bank?
Here are 5 tips to help you have a savvy Valentine’s day this year and focus on spreading the love and not worry about your bank account.
1. Movie Night at Home
No need to head to the movie cinemas for your date night, stay at home and watch the latest movie or series. With Netflix, Stan, Apple TV and more you don’t need to leave the comfort and convenience of your own home. Just prepare some of your favourite movie snacks, dim the lights and enjoy the night on your comfy lounge.
2. Home Cooked Meal
Dining out can be nice… but not when they charge you double just because it’s Valentine’s Day! Instead, stay in and cook a homemade meal. You don’t have to be a master chef and prepare an extravagant dinner, just cook something simple and easy that you both enjoy. Making a dish from the heart and putting in the effort will go a long way. If you feel like being a bit fancy then decorate the table add some candles, layout the cutlery, pop a bottle of wine and chat the night away.
3. Be a tourist in your town or city
There’s lots to do here… in your local town or nearest city! No need to book an expensive overseas holiday, flights interstate or a fancy hotel room, when you can explore what your local town or city has to offer for the day. Write up an itinerary of things you can do from going to the zoo, having a picnic, visiting a museum or art gallery, visiting a local market or going for a drive just to name a few. Why not pack a picnic lunch to have while you explore to save you some extra coin. There might be lots of things to do so, save some ideas for your next date!
4. Make a gift
Why pay for overpriced, oversized teddy bears or heart-shaped chocolates when you can make something from the heart. A homemade gift is a great present to give to not only save money but show that you care by putting in that little bit of effort. You can make anything from a handmade card, baked sweets, a home-cooked dinner or why not wash the car for your loved one, to name a few. Whatever you decide, just make it full of love and personal!
5. Look for deals – don’t get caught up paying for overpriced
Do your research. No need to pay for overpriced food, events or presents just because it’s Valentine’s Day. All you have to do is a little research online and look for restaurants, events, etc. offering 2 for 1 or buy one get one FREE deals and make the most of them!
There are plenty of ways to share the love without breaking the bank. Give one of these 5 tips ago this Valentine’s Day!
