Where do you like to go on dates?

[imperfect_cupcake]

I have certain activities I love to do with a partner or romantic friend

I love pic nics - hamstead Heath at the women's pond to swim in our underwear, or skinny dipping at the local lake here. Or finding a meadow in one of the many parks and people watching with a proper pic nic on the grass with drinks, cheeses, meats, fish etc. Wearing a good Sunday outfit, relaxing and lounging.

Going to science, natural history, anthropology or art museums and galleries. I love going to a lecture at them about something recently discovered or just sitting under a butterfly case and chatting about our mutual childhood homes or when we discovered we had a crush on someone for the first time.

B flick theatres for a monster movie or a sci fi matinee. Going out for sushi after or a burger and beer.

A bed picnic in my bed. Spending the afternoon reading to each other, talking lots, sex and making tea.

Strolling the shops on antique row - looking at wacky furniture, weird shops with bizarre gifts, novelty items, not buying anything, just sitting on shop furniture and having a chat or playing wth toys in the shops

Granville island market - picking out foods neither ne of us have tried and trying them, going to the pub for a beer and fish and chips, going to the children's massive store and buying some cheap toys and playing with them on the grass by the sea


Cooking with each other, to make fabulous meal - maybe take it to a beach or to eat while watching an outdoor film they do in the summer in the city with the film on the side of a building while you sit in the park

Go digging for fossils at a local fossil bed.

Go to the railway pub for a science story night, or to a pub quiz.

Get a cheap $25 each sale ticket to fly to another city for an over night exploration of their food, music, museums and scenery.


How about you? What are your favourite places and things to do on a date - either with a partner you love or someone you enjoy and getting to know?

[Lecheloco]

Depends on the time of day, if it's an early day date picnic somewhere along the way of back road drives
Evening I will make dinner reservations at a spot that my date enjoys followed by a movie or jazz club

[Bèsame*]

Sometimes the best dates go unplanned...


I love going on drives. Can be back roads or city streets. There usually is no outside interference. No phone calls, texts, unfriendly customer service , etc.

The sights spark conversations. You sing along to the music. Quality time. Hand holding, blushing.

And, Sometimes, a meal at an unfamiliar place turns into something special.

The entire time turns into a special one of a kind experience.

[Nattih]

- A low-lit restaurant

- Coffee shops that serve food and are kind of off the grid

- Balcony dates are also the best. We can help prepare a meal together then enjoy wine, food, and the sunset with one another

- Surprise trip dates to another city...after we know one another well enough that I know you aren't kidnapping me :|

[Justin]

I know this maybe crazy.......

The Museum......

The Zoo.......

A picnick.......

A drive to just see what's out there......

Garage Sales with Coffee......

Dinner and a movie with recliners lol.....

Honestly.......Just spending time to talk.......

[CherryWine]

While I do occasionally love getting dressed up to go out for dinner and drinks, I typically most enjoy dates that are inexpensive.

Going for long drives and discovering towns or hole-in-the-wall places that are new to both of us. Maybe even getting lost at some point along the way.

A trip to the farmer’s market for dinner fixings and then back to someone’s house for wine and conversation while we cook together.

Packing a lunch and grabbing the fishing poles for a day of fishing at the reservoir.

Bringing a camera to take pictures while we explore local historical places and/or cemeteries together.

Museums, outdoor concerts, festivals.

Last night I had one of the loveliest dates that I’ve had in a while. My date and I packed some blankets and snacks and went to see America’s oldest Singing Christmas Tree. We found a secluded place away from the crowd to lay our blanket in the grass. The only light came from the tree, and the music was just beautiful. It was chilly, so we had an excellent excuse to snuggle up together. Totally my cup of tea.

[Kätzchen]

I don't care too much for visiting museums or libraries or visiting historical sites. I don't actually consider places like these as date-type kinds of activities.

Some of the most memorable dates I have been on, included: Riding horses on the beach, staying in a remote location near the beach or up in the mountains and cooking food together, spending time together away from the busy clamor of ordinary life.

I really like putting together a little basket of food to eat and getting stuff to drink that my former dates have enjoyed.

For what it's worth, I date only people I've come to know in up close and personal ways (locally).

Oh, and taking in concerts or visiting local art galleries or local vintage/antique shops are definitely some favorite activities I like for dating encounters of a lovely kind.

[imperfect_cupcake]

Fair enough. Most people don't. I have trouble finding people who find sharing that romantic. I'm a brain based person so sharing learning to me is very intimate and will only do with people I'm very serious about. ;)

Most people like remote romantic beaches, candle lit baths and walks in the moonlight. I'm a bit "meh" about those things.

That's why romance really is very individual! :D

[Liam]

I enjoy visiting museums, particularly natural history museums, because I've been studying nature all of my life, and I'm always up for learning something new. I also enjoy seeing films or checking out an art opening, I like meeting authors and listening to them read their work. I like to be outdoors, I love a stroll through a park or in the woods; better yet, I enjoy hunting for fossils, and find it most satisfying to find a better specimen of one I already have or a new one to add to my collection. My prize find was a paleo point, while it wasn't a fossil, it was found while hunting for them. Photography has been a hobby of mine since my mom gave me her old brownie.

These are all things I do on my own, and to share any of things with someone, as a date, would be very special for me. I would probably have a huge smile on my face, the entire time.

[homoe]

Well IF Santa brings me the 3 things I asked for, I'd love to take a date to Chicago and show them the town! It's very romantic this time of year!

[MsTinkerbelly]

When my wife and I first dated.......

We took the kid and went camping and fishing
We went out and danced all night in West Hollywood
Saw the movie Frida (my first non- mainstream movie)
Went to the Beverly Wilshire hotel and after private time, sat on the balcony and read poetry for hours
Went to a movie premier twice (she worked at Newline Cinema then)
Flew to Scotsdale, stayed at a beautiful resort and then went to the zoo.
Went to the Indian Reservation near Palm Springs, and then had dinner at a casino where I taught her to play blackjack.

Funny, we only dated 2-3 months before I moved in with her...we did a lot!!

[Tuff Stuff]

I suppose we'll have to set more dates now that i moved to Sacto last week,my winter job.She came with me and bought new stuff for my apartment..looks all Christmassy.We went and saw the Christmas tree lighting at the state capital and she kept trying to slap me because I was doing my best to get on the evening news..don't ask *snort*

I'm a night person so most of our dating is done dining out,catching a movie,having coffee at an all nighter...sometimes I late night hunt and four-wheeling it through the fresh mountain snow and building an outdoor fire and drinking hot cocoa is my idea date with or without someone by my side.

Yeah,we have done mostly everything together that others have posted...i don't enjoy zoo's for some reason *shrugs*

I still love going to gay bars and dancing,seeing new faces...going for late night swims..i also like visting ghost towns and old cemeteries...making love on a tombstone..but of course that would be after we had a few drinks.

[JDeere]

It's tough to go on a date when you have a small child.

Our dates usually consist of going to the dance club or to a quiet dinner, just to talk. We did have a walk on the beach once, which was nice till you step on seaweed!

[Chad]

It depends on the date's interests. If it is up to me I like to go for a nice dinner and out to a live performance like a play, symphony, opera, or even the ballet.

If it is not too hot I like a picnic in the park and a boat ride.

I like taking a date for a long ride to see a pretty park or landscape.

I love museums and art galleries so those would be great date spots.

[Zimmeh]

I love going to the movies, miniature golf or just sitting at home.

[dark_crystal]

Dinner and a movie, or drinks and conversation. Dancing, concerts, lectures, museums.

Nothing athletic or outdoors.

Most of the time, don't bring your mom or your ex, but sometimes you can.

[Glenn]

There's nothing like an exciting first date to get to know each other better. Here are a few suggestions :|
Ghost hunting
Race Tracks
Casinos
Wade in a huge wave park, and go down the big slide together.
Horse Back Riding on hilly or mountainous terrain
Sky Diving
Bob-Sledding

[easygoingfemme]

Small town exploring- hand holding strolling window shopping.
Mini golf/bowling/ type easy activities for chatting and playing
Warm but not too warm days: a hike, paddle boating, bike riding, drive in movie theater, a picnic.
Winter time: Staying inside with a good board or card game, a drive to look at christmas lights, cooking together, snow tubing.
Always, but not always good "first dates" (cause you can't really talk like I like to) Theater, live plays, movies, live music...

[Sweet Bliss]

Right now I would enjoy a movie in an ice cold theater with giant tub of buttered popcorn, giant diet soda, and a friend.

[flapdoodle]

dancing, a lot can be said for how one moves

[cinnamongrrl]

One of the best dates I ever went on was very impromptu...

We met up at a favorite huge flea market, got lunch from a food truck, ate it at an old cemetery and then went on a hike...

I like adventures...not just humdrum.

Now a days I'd go for some white water rafting or kayaking.

[Blade]

I like to just go for a ride and talk. Pay special attention to things she points out on the ride, it's a good indicator of what shed likes. Stop for a cone of ice cream or even pick up a sub and find a picnic area along the way. I also like nature museums, and botanical gardens, state parks with nature trails.

[Gráinne]

*Any library, bookstore, flea market, garage sales, etc.

*Any museum, historical site, battlefield, house tour, national site, etc. I'd think I found my soulmate.

*Movies-but the kind in a park, or a much less expensive movie series at the theater.

*Plays, opera, the symphony, ballet, community theater

*Food or cultural festivals-but I don't really do crowds very well, so those are in a small dose.

I've been thinking, why do we wait to do these things with a date, but we don't date ourselves?

[C0LLETTE]

*Any library, bookstore, flea market, garage sales, etc.

*Any museum, historical site, battlefield, house tour, national site, etc. I'd think I found my soulmate.

*Movies-but the kind in a park, or a much less expensive movie series at the theater.

*Plays, opera, the symphony, ballet, community theater

*Food or cultural festivals-but I don't really do crowds very well, so those are in a small dose.

I've been thinking, why do we wait to do these things with a date, but we don't date ourselves?

I think I am Grainne's perfect date except for the garage sales...I hate haggling.

[Jess]

if the fortune cookie is right... then it always ends up "in bed" anyway.. lol..

:cigar2:

[Gráinne]

I think I am Grainne's perfect date except for the garage sales...I hate haggling.

And you have the magic word, "Canada" ;).

[Brooklyn]

*Any library, bookstore, flea market, garage sales, etc.

*Any museum, historical site, battlefield, house tour, national site, etc. I'd think I found my soulmate.

*Movies-but the kind in a park, or a much less expensive movie series at the theater.

*Plays, opera, the symphony, ballet, community theater

*Food or cultural festivals-but I don't really do crowds very well, so those are in a small dose.

I've been thinking, why do we wait to do these things with a date, but we don't date ourselves?

I love this list !! I would do every single thing on here.

I also agree, why do we wait... why not just treat ourselves to these things? (I actually do - when I have the time).

[Stone-Butch]

Depends on the date. Friday will be Chinese food buffet and a movie.

[JDeere]

LOL lately it's been to dinner and back home, since there is a soon to be 4 year old child who is up her mom's butt and won't allow us to get any time, to go out on a real date!

[DapperButch]

I think I am Grainne's perfect date except for the garage sales...I hate haggling.

So, just pay what is on the tag?

And you have the magic word, "Canada" ;).

haha love this.

[imperfect_cupcake]

Dunno how it's done where you are but things aren't tagged if it's a garage sale or flea market, usually, here. You ask how much, they give you a price, you think for a second, make an offer lower, and then they counter back.

If you pay what they first offer, because of canuck politeness issues conflicting with process of payment negotiations, you pay too much. And they rather count on that ;)

[Gemme]

Regional differences. Everywhere I've been in the US, you tag it with what you hope to get for it but not necessary the lowest you would take for it. Often, if it's a good sale, there are too many people there for you to concentrate on guessing and going back and forth with one or two customers. Buyers don't see tags and they will leave because it's too much trouble to wait to talk to someone.

Then you have to consider the sticky fingered crews and keep your eyes open for that.

Haggling is optional.

[DapperButch]

Regional differences. Everywhere I've been in the US, you tag it with what you hope to get for it but not necessary the lowest you would take for it. Often, if it's a good sale, there are too many people there for you to concentrate on guessing and going back and forth with one or two customers. Buyers don't see tags and they will leave because it's too much trouble to wait to talk to someone.

Then you have to consider the sticky fingered crews and keep your eyes open for that.

Haggling is optional.

What she said. :cheesy:

[BullDog]

In New England they are called tag sales (same thing as garage sale/yard sale), so there's gotta be tags, lol.

Liquor stores are called package stores. At first I had no idea what people were talking about.

[Wrang1er]

I enjoy all types of dates but I especially like dinner followed by a musical. :)

[LOQUI]

Hmmm...let's see....:deepthoughts:
-a park
-farmer market (we dont need to buy anything but...sometimes it is fun to buy products, go back home and work together in the kitchen)
-start attending a cooking class (or any other particular interest the 'couple' might be interested into)
-of course, the beach...or a walk in the woods
-breakfast/lunch or dinner at either her or mine favourite place(s)...perhaps we can alternate between her and mine favorite places...until we can find "ours"...It doesnt have to be expensive, just clean, nice environment and with good food!
-get all dressed up and go to a special show/dinner...
-ice cream and a walk
-museums, historical parks
-if there is a conference/workshop in a topic we both like, it might be fun to attend together...
-go to a park and bring some boarding games with us...
-making a puzzle game
-prepare a tray with cheeses, fruits, vegetables to have while watching a video (we can rent a commercial move or watch some "home made" videos of her or mine family/friends etc (it must include popcorn at some point!)
-jump in the car without a particular place on mind...and go to 'discover' new places
-go to her favourite pub (beer and fried clams strips!) and wait for her there after her work day
-seat in a garden...and enjoy the company and the quietness...
etc. etc.etc...the sky is the limit...and the money, and the time, and...lol
:seeingstars:

[Gemme]

In New England they are called tag sales (same thing as garage sale/yard sale), so there's gotta be tags, lol.

Liquor stores are called package stores. At first I had no idea what people were talking about.

I'd never lived in a state that had dedicated liquor stores that were the ONLY place you could buy liquor before moving to RI. It's weird to not be able to pick up wine coolers, wine or some beer at the grocery store.

They call sales a mix here. Some say garage sales and some say tag sales. Not a lot of 'yard sales' though.

For thread compliance, I'd like to go on one of those weird tours that take you through the city or underground or whatever. Seattle had a few of those and they seemed like fun; I just never made it to one before I left.

[JDeere]

Anywhere but home Lol

[Venus007]

Sitting on the porch with whiskey and watching the dogs play, cook dinner, then more porch sitting.
That is just the kind of date I've been liking lately

[Kätzchen]

I can't think of any type of date that I wouldn't enjoy, but I've been on dates where it was just the two of us, or just the two of us I'm the company of close friends or family.

Spur of the moment dates are delicious, to me, because of the element of surprise or the satisfying notion that it's going to be a time that's held very special, by the two of us.

[JDeere]

Anyone want to come babysit so I can go on a date? Lol

[Logicaly]

I like a variety of date ideas. Movies for example is an easy go to option. Farmers Markets are a lot of fun, trying the samples together, picking out fruits/vegetables to be shared during a meal later. I like fun stuff too like Video Arcades, miniature golfing, bowling. And art type classes, for painting, glass blowing, etc. those all make for really great dates!

[homoe]

Not to age myself but I remember Dr Ruth ALWAYS saying if you're going on a dinner and movie date, to ALWAYS take in the movie first!

That way you'll always have something to talk about if all else fails :movieguy:

[girl_dee]

Someone special is turning me into a romantic mush bucket...

i have to say a nice dining experience. This would be a bit different on a first date, but since it would not be in my scenario, here it is.

My number one reason i like to dine out with someone i like is one on one. i want their attention, i want all of their attention. i want to talk, look and savor them across a table. i want to feel proud to be sitting with them, i want to know they are enjoying my company (hopefully they are). i want to watch them enjoy their dinner.

The other reason is that the world is tuned out. No cell phone (checks in ok at times), no digital noise, just a centripetal energy that surrounds us. We don't care what others are doing, we don't care what the world is doing in that moment. The world goes away when you have one on one time.

However i may be a tad distracted if the sun happen to be setting on the ocean right outside the window... just for a moment.

[Gemme]

I would love to walk the art festival with Him. Next year for sure!

[clay]

Some of my faves have been artwalks, craft venues, fairs, picnics in the park, or sitting under huge trees, on a blanket, with a picnic for two..reading poetry...

[LOQUI]

Today?! Any place with air conditioner!

:bolt:

[RockOn]

I just tell her to take off her panties and get in the truck.

LOL! ;)

Okay, here is my real answer.

Leave the cell phones in the truck, have a leisure dinner and conversation at a really nice restaurant. I ask the waiter to situate us in a private, out of the way corner away from noisey children.

[gotoseagrl]

I like simple, but meaningful. Anywhere near the ocean or water. Almost anywhere in nature or with animals. And nerdy stuff. Museums, historical landmarks. Book stores. Art supply stores. Or a really good movie.

[gotoseagrl]

I love this. I could just as easily get lost in hours of a puzzle or game too.


Hmmm...let's see....:deepthoughts:
-a park
-farmer market (we dont need to buy anything but...sometimes it is fun to buy products, go back home and work together in the kitchen)
-start attending a cooking class (or any other particular interest the 'couple' might be interested into)
-of course, the beach...or a walk in the woods
-breakfast/lunch or dinner at either her or mine favourite place(s)...perhaps we can alternate between her and mine favorite places...until we can find "ours"...It doesnt have to be expensive, just clean, nice environment and with good food!
-get all dressed up and go to a special show/dinner...
-ice cream and a walk
-museums, historical parks
-if there is a conference/workshop in a topic we both like, it might be fun to attend together...
-go to a park and bring some boarding games with us...
-making a puzzle game
-prepare a tray with cheeses, fruits, vegetables to have while watching a video (we can rent a commercial move or watch some "home made" videos of her or mine family/friends etc (it must include popcorn at some point!)
-jump in the car without a particular place on mind...and go to 'discover' new places
-go to her favourite pub (beer and fried clams strips!) and wait for her there after her work day
-seat in a garden...and enjoy the company and the quietness...
etc. etc.etc...the sky is the limit...and the money, and the time, and...lol
:seeingstars:

[Kätzchen]

The favorite part of any date or time spent together, for me, is holding hands while we're walking or to feel their hand on the small of my back or be lovingly cradled by my dates arm and hand, while walking together..... no matter where our date takes place or where we go, that's the part of the date that I cherish most.

[lisa93]

movies, dinners, the beach, museums