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If you’ve ever seen the movies, you’ve probably been wanting to try something different for your date night . Doing the same old thing gets old. Why not try something creative? A way to spice up your love life? Meet Alphabet Dating : a relationship challenge that will provide you with dozens of date ideas.
The idea behind alphabet dating is pretty simple. You set a goal to go on 26 dates with your partner. Each week (or month) you have a date inspired by a different letter of the alphabet, starting with A and ending with Z. Years ago, it was all the rage, when many couples were looking for a creative way to breathe new life into their relationships.
Why should you date alphabetically?
Alphabet dating is all about goal setting. Goal setting is not only necessary for individuals who want to progress in their lives, but also for couples who want to grow their relationship.
One of the goals you can set is to go on at least one date a week. This could be lunch, dinner, sports together or something else. But you could also set the goal to go through the alphabet: 26 different dates that start with each letter of the alphabet.
Whether you’re in a new relationship or looking to improve your current one , setting goals can be a powerful tool for growing as a couple. Alphabet Dating is one such goal, combining the letters of the alphabet with fun things to do. It’s an original way to add some extra novelty to your dating and relationship life.
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52 Date Ideas from A to Z
If you want to date using the alphabet, get inspired by these date ideas:
1. Picking strawberries
Grab your basket and pick your own strawberries at a strawberry farm.
2. Abseiling
Do you dare to descend from a high climbing mountain? Or even scarier: from the Euromast ?
3. Axe throwing
You don’t need Viking blood to be able to throw an axe. Try to get the highest score by throwing an axe with precision at the target.
4. Archery
Both indoors and outdoors: archery is an active and adventurous game for everyone. Can you hit the bullseye? Bullseye .
5. Circus
The circus can be a fun idea if you want to see the skills of acrobats, clowns, fire breathers and other talented performers.
6. Cocktails
Take a cocktail workshop or stock up on ingredients to make your own cocktails.
7. Dessert
Fancy a dessert without a starter and main course? Visit a dessert bar together to enjoy all the delicacies.
8. Day out
See something outside your habitat. Go to a beautiful city for a day of shopping or visit one of the Netherlands’ most famous sights.
9. Escape room
Being stuck and trying to escape is what some call a “bonding experience,” and it’s perfect for anyone doing it with their partner.
10. Efteling
Visit one of the largest amusement parks in the Netherlands together: the Efteling . Whether you are looking for a thrilling roller coaster or an enchanting show, there is something for everyone.
11. Photographs
Go to a beautiful landscape and take pictures of each other. Make it a special photoshoot and take a professional photographer with you.
12. Party
From a big festival to an underground party: make it a party.
13. Geocaching
In other words: treasure hunting for adults. Let GPS guide you and go on a hunt for the ‘geocache’ together.
14. Gym
Take each other to the gym for a workout session. Or take a group class together at your gym.
15. Helicopter flight
If money wasn’t an option, wouldn’t you want to get in a helicopter right now? It’s an experience you’ll never forget.
16. Hiking
Explore nature like never before. Get off the beaten track and discover the countryside.
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17. Interest
Dig deeper into each other with an extensive questionnaire. Ask questions you’ve always wanted to ask. Or get inspired by these lists:
18. Improv
How good are you at improvising? See how the experts do it and visit improvisational theatre. This is theatre where the players make up the story and dialogues on the spot.
19. Jogging
Put on your running shoes and go for a run together: a sporty date is fun and also healthy.
20. Jetski
Feel the adrenaline as you skim across the water. Rent a jet ski and combine it with a fun day at the beach.
21. Kayaking
Experience nature and surroundings from the water? You can do that with kayaking. Take a kayak course together to learn kayaking techniques.
22. Climbing
Take your relationship to new heights, literally and figuratively. Go indoor climbing at a climbing gym or do it outdoors at a climbing park.
23. Live show
Check out which cafes have a live band and swing along to the music.
24. Laser game
Relive your tenth birthday, only now you can have an alcoholic drink afterwards. Take on the groups that are participating together with your partner.
25. Massage
Now that we’ve reached the “M,” you might immediately think of “Merlot.” But that comes later. First, we suggest a massage for two. Or if you want to date at home , make it romantic and massage each other.
26. Museum
Dating can be educational. Everyone agrees on that. Travel back in time, experience the situation of years ago and visit a museum.
27. Nostalgia
Go nostalgic and show your birthplace to your partner. Show where you grew up to get to know each other even better.
28. Nature reserve
The Netherlands is full of nature reserves. Our country has no less than 21 national parks . Visit one of these national parks together.
29. Obstacle run
Conquer difficult obstacles together and complete a route of many interesting kilometers? Start training today and finish an obstacle run later this year .
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30. Breakfast
Go for breakfast in bed or a breakfast buffet at a hotel.
31. Picnic
If the sun is shining, pick a quiet spot to have a picnic . Bring a basket of treats and enjoy.
32. Pool
Head to your nearest pool hall to play a game of pool. Play each other off the table or take on another duo.
33. Quiz
Form a team of two in a local pub quiz.
34. Quad biking
Rent a quad and go offroad driving. A unique experience and fun to do as a date.
35. Flea market
Sniff around together at a flea market, maybe you’ll find something nice. Besides the fact that it’s fun to walk together, you can help the environment by giving used objects a second life.
36. Prescription
Make a new recipe. Even if you’re not cut out for the kitchen, trying out a new recipe can result in a fun activity.
37. Beach walk
If you feel like getting some fresh air, a walk along the beach is never a bad idea.
38. Stand-up comedy
Everyone loves to laugh, so there’s something for everyone at a comedy show. Stand-up comedy is a great date activity .
39. Tapas
Delicious snacks that are particularly tasty: tapas is always a good idea – whether it’s a date or not.
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40. Exhibition
From weird to wonderful, exhibitions come in all shapes and sizes.
41. View
What could be more romantic than gazing at a beautiful panoramic view? Find a high spot and see the world around you from above.
42. UNESCO
The Netherlands has ten World Heritage sites that have been recognized by UNESCO. From Schokland to the Dutch Waterlines: which ones haven’t you seen yet?
43. Volunteer work
Sign up to help out at a local event, whether it’s a clothing drive or a local neighborhood cleanup initiative.
44. Video
What’s more fun than watching reality TV? Making your own television. Use your phone to record each other doing something, like cooking.
45. Wines
Take part in a high wine together . Savory snacks and delicious wine: that is how we can best describe the high wine.
46. Whisky
Haven’t found the perfect whisky yet? Discover the brands, blends and flavours during a whisky tasting. Look, sniff the smell, taste the flavours and swallow it.
47. Xtreme sports
Extreme sports are all about the thrill. Test your limits or just do it for fun. The first extreme idea? Jump out of a plane to go skydiving.
48. Xbox
Challenge your partner to a game. Borrow an Xbox or Playstation and compete against each other.
49. Yoga
Yoga is a great way to calm the mind. Do it together to connect on a deeper level.
50. Yahtzee
Play a game of Yahtzee together – the well-known dice game. Or another board game if you don’t find that challenging enough.
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51. Zipline
Race through the air at high speed for an instant adrenaline rush. From treetop to treetop or from building to ground: ziplining is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
52. Zeeaquarium
Dive into the wonderful underwater world and come face to face with the most dangerous fish in the world.
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