15 Ways to Celebrate Valentine's Day This Year
The answer you get to “what does Valentine’s Day mean to you?” varies widely depending on who you ask. Some associate it with mementos exchanged in shoeboxes in grade school classrooms, others regard it as pure commercialization, while some take it as a day to celebrate romantic or platonic love. And Valentine’s Day is not just a day to celebrate the love you have for another but can also be an opportunity to show love to yourself. No matter which camp you are in, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year to make it a memorable and special experience.
Make a home-cooked dinner for someone special
Have a movie night in
Plan a take-out dinner from your favorite restaurant
Go for a walk in your neighborhood or a hike at a nearby park
Plan breakfast in bed or a luxurious brunch
Recreate your first date
Dress up like you would any special occassion, even if you are spending it at home
Make a homemade gift or card
Send a care package to your significant other, family, or friends
Get outside and go for a bike ride, take a walk, play a match of tennis, or a game of basketball
Set the mood with candles, flowers, and music
Relax with a spa night in with face masks or a bubble bath
Write a love letter or poem
Prepare a picnic with your favorite treats and spend the afternoon outside
Make a photo slideshow or scrapbook of your favorite times with your honey