Go for a walk
Sometimes the simplest ideas are actually the best! People get carried away with doing more fancy things, when it is better to focus on each other without being distracted by anything else. Feel the wind in your hair and sand in your toes walking hand-in-hand along the beach; enjoy the sun and the lush green scenery with a walk in the park and a picnic; go for a walk at night and watch the stars and bath in the romantic moonlight – the possibilities are endless…

Origami creation
Not necessarily the easiest thing to attempt, but that’s what makes the result always extremely worthwhile. Whether it is just a simple paper crane, love heart (with a message, note or poem written inside perhaps?) or even a fancy bouquet of roses, the effort is really what counts on the romantic scale here. Definitely worth a try for those that are skilled with their hands and have a creative mind, but equally meaningful for those with two left thumbs to show your escort how much you care.

A hidden note or message
One of the tried and true classics and the favourite of those who are a little bit less bold, but still would like to do something a little bit different. It can be as simple as a hand-written note subtly slipped into your escort’s palm when you hold her hand. It can be strategically positioned in a specific location or particular object to give that dramatic element of surprise. However, the important thing is to put some thought into writing something that is meaningful and which will remind them how important or special they are!

Where do you want to be?
Sometimes it is best to just keep it simple and straightforward. Ask what their favourite place is or where they want to go the most then escort them in style to their desired destination. Along the way, find out what it is that makes this place special for them, and perhaps add an extra reason why this will continue to be one of their favourite destinations.

A surprise gift
Few things will express your intentions like a well-thought out gift can. For someone who is not expecting a gift, even a small surprise can make all the difference to their mood. What makes the gift romantic is when, where and how it is presented to your escort, not necessarily something that is expensive or flashy. Show them that you appreciate their time by also spending a little bit of time sleuthing to find out what they like. When she isn’t expecting what you are about to present to her, that’s when your surprise gift will definitely hit the mark.

To be continued…