{"id":5748,"date":"2010-11-15T01:00:16","date_gmt":"2010-11-15T09:00:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.theweddingyentas.com\/?p=5748"},"modified":"2010-11-15T01:00:16","modified_gmt":"2010-11-15T09:00:16","slug":"the-gift-of-date-night","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/archive.bryanfriedman.me\/yentas\/inside-scoop\/the-gift-of-date-night","title":{"rendered":"The Gift of Date Night"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Yentas registered for a fantastic guest blogger and lucky us, we received one! Her name is Dana Ostomel and she’s the creator of Deposit a Gift<\/a>, an online cash registry that allows couples flexibility in gifts for all occasions! Dana is the queen of gifting ideas, and we wanted to know all about how to register for keeping the romance alive after<\/em> the wedding dust settles. She gives us plenty of ideas and reasons to be excited for marriage after the wedding. <\/em><\/p>\n

Engaged couples are falling in love with the growing trend of registering for experiences instead of traditional household items because, simply put, memories will always outlast stuff. A honeymoon registry is the obvious choice and a fantastic way to kick off your married life, but what about all the days to come when the honeymoon is over?<\/p>\n

It\u2019s common for couples coming down from their wedding high to struggle with the first year when the to-do list is gone and so is all the attention. Remember, your wedding is just the first in a lifetime of shared memories together \u2013 it truly is just the starting line, not the end of the party. Every successful relationship needs TLC, and your first year of marriage can really set the tone for that.<\/p>\n

A newlywed activity registry<\/a> is a great way to keep the spice alive during the first year of marriage and create the kinds of memories daydreams are made of. It is also an opportunity to refocus all of that attention you were getting from the outside world onto each other.<\/p>\n

One of my favorite ideas is creating a registry<\/a> of fun date nights for your first year of marriage. What guest doesn\u2019t want to be responsible for romantic new experiences that you\u2019ll never forget?<\/p>\n

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Hot Air Balloon Ride at Sunset<\/strong>
\nYou\u2019ve always dreamt of this, but can you actually make it happen? It\u2019s definitely not your typical date, but why not! This is the time to experience things that are out of the ordinary. Who knows, a little bubbly (Prosecco\u2019s my fav!) and a to-die-for sunset\u2026you\u2019ll see, more than the air is gonna get hot!<\/p>\n

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Cooking Lessons<\/strong>
\nTaking a cooking class is the perfect way to spice up your relationship. It\u2019s a great team activity where you can learn as much about each other as you do about creating a new dish. Consider enrolling in a series to beef up your repertoire, then plan a dinner party to invite friends over and show off your skills.<\/p>\n

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Romantic Couples Massage<\/strong>
\nSometimes we\u2019ve all gotta let our hair down and get loose, and there\u2019s no better way to do that than with a massage. To make it a real treat, hire a masseuse who makes house calls so you\u2019re in the privacy of your own home. Start early with some wine and candles to set the mood. Sound indulgent? It\u2019s a gift, and that\u2019s the point. This is such a great opportunity to do something you might not normally do. You can thank me later!<\/p>\n

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An Evening of Symphony Music<\/strong>
\nYou\u2019re married, and some would say \u201call grown up,\u201d so it\u2019s time to take date night up a notch with some culture. No matter where you live, there likely is a local orchestra who\u2019s probably pretty darn good and worth a listen. Who knows, you might dig it so much that you buy season\u2019s tickets. Beethoven would be proud.<\/p>\n

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Swanky, Mystery Meals on the Town<\/strong>
\nMy husband and I are big fans of the “mystery date,” and dinners are a fabulous way to make this happen. Commit to doin\u2019 it up at least once a month and take turns being the planner. It creates anticipation a la your first dates and is something fun to look forward to. There\u2019s nothing more fun than scheming to surprise your honey with a new culinary experience that will take their breath away. If you learn anything from this post\u2026 mystery dates are the way to go. Trust me \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

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Tickets to Cheer on your Favorite Team<\/strong>
\nFor the sportstastic couples among us, cheering on your favorite team together can be the way to go. It may not be the most original idea, but not much beats a beer and your favorite munchies with the one you love. Think of all the cute photos you\u2019ll snap in your matching jerseys!<\/p>\n

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Pub Crawl Nights<\/strong>
\nHalf the fun of this date is in the planning. Together scout out the coolest pubs in your area (hopefully in walking distance) and have at it. These days pubs really run the gamut from being total dives, offering live music, or a bar full of fancy beers and finger foods. Pubs often have a distinct personality driven by the regulars who are always good for a laugh. You may even walk away with some new friends!<\/p>\n

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Cuddling by the Fire during a Weekend Getaway<\/strong>
\nWhat\u2019s better than one date night? A three day weekend of date nights! Every once in a while you\u2019ve just got to get away from your regular environment and mix it up away from the distractions of home. You might think you\u2019ll miss that computer, but once transfixed by the crackling fire and the glow of your sweetie, you\u2019ll never wanna leave.<\/p>\n

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Creating a registry like this is a snap and is endless fun for guests to choose from. There truly is no better present than the gift of spending time together. Cheers!<\/p>\n

\"\"Dana Ostomel is the founder and Chief Gifting Officer of Deposit a Gift<\/a>, a cash gift registry service. Years before Dana got married, she wondered how anyone could store so many presents — and even if they could, how they had the time to unwrap, return (often), track and use them all. Her marketing background led her to believe she could simplify the registry process\u2014and not just for weddings, but for any big gifting event. And so Deposit a Gift<\/a>, the next generation gift registry, was born. Read more about Dana here<\/a>, and visit Deposit a Gift to learn how you can build your own registry!<\/em><\/p>\n

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