In 2016, it is very hard to find a hopeless romantic. There are hundreds of Tinder dates, Netflix and Chillin' and hook-ups, but how often do you hear people talking about the romantic date they just went on? This is a guide for the true romantics out there, or for the single bachelors and bachelorettes who need to spice up their love lives.
1. Stargazing
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There's just something fascinating about looking up at the stars and thinking about life.
2. A walk on the beach
The sound of the waves crashing along with the large open space makes a perfect romantic date.
3. Picnic in the park
Cheese, crackers, grapes and wine are the perfect recipe for a picnic.
4. Have a coffee at a local cafe
Skip the Starbucks and wander into a cute, local cafe.
5. Walk in the rain (with an umbrella of course)
Nothing beats the soothing sound of the rain hitting the pavement and the city lights blending together.
6. Go to a bakery and share a dessert
7. Watch the sunset
What's better than snuggling up and looking at the beautiful pink, blue and purple colors of the sky?
8. Make a fort with blankets and christmas lights
A cheap and easy way to spend an evening. Bring your laptop to watch movies!
9. Dinner at a fancy restaurant
The perfect excuse to dress up in your classiest clothes.
10. Go to a part of town that neither of you have ever been
11. Go for a drive with no destination in mind
Get off at a random exit and find somewhere cool to go.
12. Explore the nearest city and get lost
Wander around the city with no plans and no map, just walking and enjoying the views.
13. Check your town for local events such as festivals or fairs
14. Go to a wine tasting or a food tour (who doesn't love food?)
15. Rent bikes and explore
16. Go to the Aquarium
17. Go to an open-mic night or a cafe with live music
There's just something about the sound of an acoustic guitar.
18. Invite your date over and cook them an authentic meal
19. Go to the drive-in
Bring plenty of blankets, pillows and popcorn.
20. Get lost in a bookstore
Find old romance novels and read them to each other.
