from How to Have A Romantic Holiday

In the busy holiday season, the two of you might find yourself in a whirl of activity: holiday parties, frantic shopping, family obligations.

But during this period, make time just for the two of you as well. Just as you would set aside time on your calendar for a New Year’s Eve party or a Christmas get together, set aside time for each other. Book a date with each other, even if you live in the same house, when the focus is on the two of you and your relationship.

Your holiday date can be as elaborate or as simple as you like. Consider:

setting aside a night to go look at the holiday lights. Want to upgrade this option? Hire a limo for the night! Looking for an upgrade that doesn’t cost anything but time or just a few dollars? Hire a local teen or have a friend of yours act as chauffeur; return the favor for your friend a few nights later.

a day trip—at night—to visit a neighboring town’s holiday festival. Plan a dinner out, too. Upgrade: book a romantic bed and breakfast for the night.

a nature outing. Even if the weather outside is frightful, the company of each other is delightful. Go for a walk, take a hike, enjoy a picnic. Upgrade: hide a present for your sweetie along your expected route!

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