Staying In Is The New Going Out
Everyone love a good night out, the thrill of getting dressed up, excitement of seeing a new partner and dancing the night away. However the alternative of staying in can be just as much fun and many are turning to this as a “night out|”.
Before you know it the night out becomes a set structure. You go to the same bars the same clubs and talk to the same people, sometimes about the same topics. As much as this is great every so often, after a while it can become monotonous and a huge strain on the bank balance – not to mention the liver!
Staying in can bring a whole new world of excitement and with a new partner can be an ideal setting to get a little closer. With the current financial climate, many people are opting to throw house parties or have a get together with drinks, nibbles and games.
A great idea for a date is to invite them to yours and cook for them. Going to a restaurant is great but it doesn’t match good old elbow grease and effort put into your date. Make the night a romantic one with candles, relaxing music (find out what your date likes) and delicious wine or champagne.
An alternative to this would be to cook dinner together. This is a fantastic way to do something fun and productive together. You may find that you have a lot in common or your little idiosyncrasies that are cute and loveable. Once the meal is over, you can talk the night away, this just can’t be done in a busy bar or noisy club. You will be able to save a heap of money but get a quality and unforgettable date.
Turn your lounge into a home cinema for a movie night. Get some popcorn and make it yourselves with candies and pop or beer. A great idea is to get a few movies of different genres such as romance, thriller and comedy. Laughing together is a great aphrodisiac followed by a scary movie which obviously requires cuddling up.
A night of games such as board games can be a fun night in, even more exciting if you are both competitive. The humble board game is responsible for many a great night in with just the two of you or bring some other friends along to meet him/her. Organise yourselves into two teams for added camaraderie.
If you want the epitome of romance, create a night under the stars preferably on a warm evening. Bring a nigh-time picnic with a nice bottle of wine and watch the stars. Not only is this an inspirational setting but it allows relaxation and conversation to flow.
There are endless ideas for inexpensive but truly original and fun dates staying in. This is really a time when you can get to know each other and find out what makes you tick and save money into the bargain. A night out here and there can be great to change the scene so you are getting the best of both worlds.
