7 original date ideas

💑 We all know it: you want to do something fun together, really make time for each other. But yet another coffee on the terrace or a Netflix evening sometimes feels more like routine than romance. High time for something new!

❤️ Whether you're just starting to date or have been together for years, an original date works wonders. Here are seven accessible date ideas that will absolutely bring some excitement!

1. Stand-up paddling during golden hour

🏄‍♀️ Stand-up paddling is fun to do together and it's ideal for escaping the hustle and bustle for a while. Choose a spot with calm water, like a lake or quiet canal, and plan your trip just before sunset.

🌅 The light is beautiful then, the atmosphere is relaxed, and standing on the water together immediately feels like a little adventure. Think of places like Utrecht, Leiden, or Zwolle, where you can easily rent a board and enjoy the water and the setting sun.

2. World picnic

🧺 We know picnicking, but what about a world picnic? Cycle or rent an electric scooter through a beautiful nature area and stop at different spots along the way.

🍱 Bring snacks from different world cuisines from home: Vietnamese spring rolls, Spanish tapas, Lebanese mezze, or Italian tiramisu in a glass jar. This way you taste a different cuisine at each stop. A real world trip in your own country!

3. Mini roadtrip with surprise route

🚗 A mini roadtrip gives you the feeling of adventure without having to go far away. Choose a region you don't know well yet and put together a surprise route with stops at unknown villages, beautiful nature areas, or a nice café.

🌳 This could be in Zuid-Limburg with its rolling hills or perhaps toward the Veluwe. The fun part is being on the road together, with room to stop wherever you want. How nice is it to discover new places together?

4. Stargazing with a telescope 

🌌 It doesn't get much more romantic than stargazing. Find a place with little light pollution, like the Veluwe, the Utrechtse Heuvelrug or the Wadden Sea area and bring a simple telescope or stargazing app with you.

🔭 Lay down a blanket and if it's cold, bring a warm blanket and maybe a thermos with something hot to drink. It's peaceful, close to nature and probably a deep conversation starter.

5. Sip & paint 

🎨 Want to get creative together? A sip & paint workshop is a fun way to get started together. We've all seen the traditional drink dates. This way you still have a glass of wine in your hand, but also a brush!

6. Cooking workshop for two  

👩‍🍳 Cooking together is a beautiful way to spend time with each other and a good excuse to eat something delicious (hopefully). Choose a workshop that suits you both: Italian, sushi, tapas, or a vegetarian cooking course.

🍽️ You learn something new together, work towards the same goal and end the evening with a self-prepared meal. That feels different from dining out and creates a memory you made together.

7. Treasure hunt

🔍 You probably haven't done this in years, but a treasure hunt is also really fun as a date! Create your own romantic route through the city with small tasks or riddles. Each location leads to a memory, a snack, a drink or just a beautiful view.

💌 Tip: include personal hints, inside jokes and maybe even a little gift along the way.

Doing something together that sticks  

🌟 What do these date ideas have in common? They're easy to execute yet original. They're small adventures where you create memories together and go beyond a standard date. It doesn't have to be grand, expensive or complicated. It's about attention, creativity and initiative. So, skip that coffee and get started!

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