First Dates

• The first date is perhaps the hardest of all the dates to plan. Not only do you want to keep your partner entertained all evening, you are also trying to impress them enough for a second date. Because of this, you need to keep things light without too much pressure. If you are both fitness buffs, consider a workout together. People who love the outdoors might want to take a hike through an outdoor area. If you are truly nervous, consider turning your first date into a group date to a restaurant or a party. Finally, the classic dinner and a movie is always an option. With all of these activities, there is no pressure to make constant conversation as there are other things to distract you.
  
  

Quick dates

• Sometimes you and your partner don't have time for an all out date night. When this happens, you should take what time you can and do something fun. If all you have time for is a quick dinner, consider going through a drive through fast food place and eating in the car by candlelight. Spend time in the morning having a cup of coffee together. Finally, consider taking a 30 minute walk after work with your loved one to decompress and talk about your day.
  
  

An Evening at Home

• Sometimes a nice night at home makes a great date. Just because you are spending time in your house, does not mean that its not date night. In order to make the night special, consider cooking a meal together. By doing this, you not only connect over the meal you are about to eat, but you can get the meal done in 1/2 as much time because both of you are cooking. After the meal is over, break out a game or puzzle and spend the evening playing against each other. If you are sports fans, watch a game together on television. Or, get the latest romantic movie on DVD and cuddle up with your mate.
  
  

Romance

• Every once in a while you have to break out of your mold and take your significant other out for a special evening. Make reservations at an expensive restaurant that they have been wanting to try and get dressed up for a night on the town. After dinner, consider going for a moonlit walk outdoors or get a ride through your city in a horse drawn carriage. Curl up on a hill with a blanket and watch the stars while talking about your future together.