6 cost-effective Valentine’s date ideas

Expressing your love to that special person in your life this Valentine’s Day does not need to break the bank.

There are many cost-effective ways to say ‘I love you’ this Valentine’s Day rather than splashing out on champagne, exorbitantly priced flowers, and expensive jewellery.

Samantha Pillay, director of Ekko and an expert in guiding millennials on how to live a luxury lifestyle for less, says although it is a ‘tricky balancing act to ensure you’re able to spoil your significant other without having to spend a fortune, your efforts to surprise will still be rewarded’.

Here are some Valentine’s ideas that are sure to impress, for a whole less:

1. Dinner and a movie:

Old school is still cool, so why not treat your date to a traditional dinner and movie?

2. Picnic under the stars:

Grab your picnic blanket and comfy cushions and set up a candle-lit spot on your lawn, patio, balcony or even in your lounge if outdoors is not an option. The venue is free, and a gourmet picnic, complete with champagne or your Valentine’s favourite tipple that you have taken the time to plan and pack, is bound to titillate.

3. Spa spoil:

Set up a spa station at home and treat your partner to a sensual full-body massage. Make sure to invest in some delicious-smelling essential oils and candles, with some relaxing tunes in the background to set the mood.

4. Do the unexpected:

Grab a take-away coffee and muffin from your Valentine’s favourite coffee shop, then pop in to deliver it at their place of work. This spur-of-the-moment gesture will be a thoughtful surprise and a welcome distraction.

5. A duo of bubbles and a night in:

Don’t underestimate the magic of a steamy bubble bath sprinkled with rose petals for your partner to relax in, while sipping a glass of chilled bubbly. Making their favourite meal to enjoy before or after the bath will score you big brownie points too.

6. Ultimate splurge: 

If your budget allows, however, booking a romantic night away will tick all the right boxes.

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