{"id":3131,"date":"2015-06-30T18:16:43","date_gmt":"2015-06-30T18:16:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/forcespenpals.net\/p=?3131"},"modified":"2015-06-30T18:16:43","modified_gmt":"2015-06-30T18:16:43","slug":"7-ways-to-date-on-a-budget","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/forcespenpals.net\/gb\/news\/7-ways-to-date-on-a-budget\/","title":{"rendered":"7 ways to date on a budget"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dating doesn't have to be expensive. Nor do you have to ditch the fun or look like a cheapskate in order to make your date more affordable.<\/p>\n

With the right know-how, you can have an amazing time with your love interest, without breaking the bank and leaving yourself skint.<\/p>\n

For men in particular, dating can cost a lot of money, usually as they are expected to pay for the first date.<\/p>\n

However, with a little bit of preparation and creativity, you can sweep your partner off their feet, and make it a night – or day – to remember.<\/p>\n

But how?<\/p>\n

Follow our top tips below to make your romance more affordable.<\/p>\n

Take a stroll<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the best ways to have a highly relaxing and chilled out time with your partner, is to take a stroll while you are on a date.<\/p>\n

Going to a natural park, or even taking a walk around a lake or pond in your local park is a great way of enjoying the natural world, and getting to know one another, without spending a penny!<\/p>\n

Head to a museum or art gallery<\/strong><\/p>\n

A number of museums and art galleries across the country offer free entry, and regularly change their exhibits.<\/p>\n

Many also run free workshops or events from time to time, so it is worth keeping an eye out for these.<\/p>\n

In the vast majority of museums and galleries, you can also find café areas, where you can sit and talk, and grab a cup of tea.<\/p>\n

Not only is it a slightly different way of spending your time on a date, the busy environment of the gallery also takes the pressure off of you both, while the displays give you both something to talk about.<\/p>\n

Go for a picnic<\/strong><\/p>\n

Why spend lots of money in a fancy restaurant, when you can head to your local park or canal and go for a picnic instead?<\/p>\n

Rather than spending lots of money unnecessarily on expensive buffets, overpriced drinks and food, cook up your own dishes and head somewhere special instead!<\/p>\n

Go to the beach<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are lucky enough to live in a coastal area, why not make the most of your natural environment and go to the beach for your date instead?<\/p>\n

There is hardly anything better than soaking up the sun, sea and sand on a beach, and it is something that the vast majority of people would happily pay for.<\/p>\n

So if you happen to be one of the lucky ones who live nearby to a beach or a seaside, why not head down there on a date with your partner?<\/p>\n

Happy hours<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many restaurants and nightclubs offer happy hours or early bird deals, where you can get discounts, if you head out at a certain time of day.<\/p>\n

This is a great way to save money and get discounts on your favourite meals.<\/p>\n

Ice skating<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ice skating is a great way to spend your time together. It is cheap, fun and gives you an excuse to hold onto each other while you glide across the ice.<\/p>\n

If your town doesn't have an ice rink – why not summon your inner child and try rollerblading instead?<\/p>\n

It is bound to be lots of fun, and is likely to get a laugh out of your partner.<\/p>\n

Cycling<\/strong><\/p>\n

If you are a keen cycling, why not head away on a cycle trip. This kind of date is more suitable for people who know each other a little bit.<\/p>\n

The great thing about cycling is it is free – and there are lots of parks, canals and cycle paths where you can spend time with each other doing what you love best!\"ADNFCR-2867-ID-801793007-ADNFCR\"<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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