With the cost of living soaring, you may be worried about what this means for your dating life in 2023. An expensive bill after a night of wining and dining is out of a lot of people’s budgets right now!
So, to help you navigate the dating world in a way that doesn’t bust your budget we have pulled together some affordable date options for you to consider when dating in 2023.
Seek Out Some Vintage and Retro Bargains
Although vintage cloth shopping isn’t as cheap as it used to be, you can still snag some great retro bargains in flea markets and charity shops. If you are looking for cheap way to decorate your home, or supplement your wardrobe, an afternoon spent hunting for low priced treasures can be a fun date for a fashionista couple!
Seek out Street Food and Food Truck Options
If you live in a city, chances are you have some fantastic street food options nearby. You’ll be able to enjoy some great food together, try out different cuisines, and catch up with each other without any of the extra costs involved in meeting at a restaurant or café.
Head to a Free Museum or Gallery
There are tons of free museums, exhibitions, and galleries for you to spend your time in on a date. You can spend an afternoon surrounded by sculptures, history, or modern art while enjoying your time together. You don’t need to be an expert to enjoy these free venues, just an open mind and an interested attitude!
Try Meditating Together
If you are both feeling stressed and overwhelmed with your work life, why not try some at home meditation? You can easily access guidance on apps or YouTube and you’ll start your date off with a peaceful, relaxing tone which should last throughout the entire date!
Play Some Games or Do a Puzzle
Take the retro approach and have an evening full of board games and puzzles. There are some great fun modern games to play and puzzles you can complete while watching a show or listening to some music.
Go Fly a Kite
Carry on with the affordable retro activities by heading to you local park or beach and live out your Mary Poppins dreams!
Head Out for a Picnic
Another budget friendly approach to dining out on a date is to pull a picnic basket together and head out to a local beauty spot. You can pack up your favourite food you have prepared at home and spend a few hours together in the sun.
Embrace a New Hobby
If you’ve always wanted to learn how to paint, take up jogging, or play an instrument – why not make it a joint projects between the two of you? You’ll grow closer as you learn and be able to encourage each other in the difficult moments. So, why not set yourself a challenge to master a new skill or hobby over the coming year?
