{"id":5467,"date":"2022-02-03T09:13:41","date_gmt":"2022-02-03T09:13:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/?p=5467"},"modified":"2022-02-07T19:26:21","modified_gmt":"2022-02-07T19:26:21","slug":"stay-at-home-valentines-ideas","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/stay-at-home-valentines-ideas\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Stay At Home Valentine&#8217;s Day Ideas \ud83d\udc9e"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5482\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ValentinesDayatHome.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ValentinesDayatHome.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ValentinesDayatHome-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ValentinesDayatHome-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ValentinesDayatHome-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ValentinesDayatHome-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/>Spending Valentine\u2019s Day at home?<br \/>\nFeel the love without leaving home, with these ideas to turn this special date night into a great night.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Start the Day Off Right<\/strong><br \/>\nWho says you have to wait until the evening to get the ball rolling? Mornings can be busy, but by carving out a bit of extra time for a nice breakfast together, could be the perfect way to start this special day. Plan the day before with easy make-ahead <a href=\"https:\/\/insanelygoodrecipes.com\/make-ahead-breakfast-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">breakfast recipes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5470\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Breakfst-VD-Day.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Breakfst-VD-Day.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Breakfst-VD-Day-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Breakfst-VD-Day-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Breakfst-VD-Day-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Breakfst-VD-Day-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Create An At-Home Spa<\/strong><br \/>\nReady for some down time? Grab some foot scrub, lotion, face masks and candles to relax, unwind and indulge! Draw a bubble bath, or take turns giving each other a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oprahdaily.com\/life\/relationships-love\/a28438712\/how-to-give-partner-massage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">massage<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5471\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SPADay.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SPADay.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SPADay-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SPADay-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SPADay-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/SPADay-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Take A Virtual Vacation<\/strong><br \/>\nWander through Italy\u2019s Sistene Chapel, then off to the NYC to explore the Guggenheim, see Llamas at Machu Picchu .. and that\u2019s just that start! There are so many virtual vacations you can enjoy from the comfort of your living room couch. Here\u2019s a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tripsavvy.com\/best-virtual-vacations-around-the-world-4799910\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">few to start.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5472\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/VirtualSightSeeing.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/VirtualSightSeeing.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/VirtualSightSeeing-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/VirtualSightSeeing-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/VirtualSightSeeing-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/VirtualSightSeeing-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Beverage Tasting<\/strong><br \/>\nWhether it\u2019s a new cocktail, different types of wine, or a non-alcoholic mocktail, take out your fanciest glasses, and try something new. Add sparkling water, or different garnishes to invent your own creation. Here\u2019s a couple of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.brit.co\/easy-cocktail-recipes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recipes<\/a> for inspiration. There are also many virtual cocktail classes you can participate in from the comfort of home.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cocktailsathome.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cocktailsathome.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cocktailsathome-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cocktailsathome-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cocktailsathome-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cocktailsathome-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Plan an Indoor Picnic<\/strong><br \/>\nSet the <a href=\"https:\/\/bromabakery.com\/perfect-indoor-picnic-date-night\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">scene<\/a> and keep it simple. Roll out the blanket and enjoy dinner on the Living Room floor. Prepare a wine and cheese plate, here\u2019s how to build an epic <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chatelaine.com\/food\/how-to\/build-a-charcuterie-board\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Charcuterie Board<\/a>. If you have a fireplace, don\u2019t forget the s\u2019mores.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5474\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picniconthefloor.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picniconthefloor.jpg 2628w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picniconthefloor-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picniconthefloor-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picniconthefloor-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Picniconthefloor-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Get Some Fresh Air<\/strong><br \/>\nBefore settling in for a romantic evening, get outside for a bit of fresh air. Whether it\u2019s a brisk winter walk, a snowball fight, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruce.com\/how-to-build-a-snowman-a-better-easier-way-4026624\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">building a snowman<\/a>, or just a glass of wine on the balcony. Getting outside, even in the winter, is a wonderful way to start the evening off!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5475\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Fun-outdoors.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Fun-outdoors.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Fun-outdoors-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Fun-outdoors-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Fun-outdoors-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Fun-outdoors-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>7. Fondue For Two<\/strong><br \/>\nIncredibly rich and decadent, a chocolate fondue is best enjoyed with two. Fruit, marshmallows, breads, so many things you can dip, this culinary adventure it the ideal way to spend a romantic Valentines\u2019 Day at home!<br \/>\nMel\u2019s Kitchen shows you how: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.melskitchencafe.com\/perfect-chocolate-fondue\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">link&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5476\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chocolate-Fondue-For-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chocolate-Fondue-For-2.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chocolate-Fondue-For-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chocolate-Fondue-For-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chocolate-Fondue-For-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chocolate-Fondue-For-2-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>8. Have A Cook Off<\/strong><br \/>\nReady, set cook! Channel your inner chefs, with a delicious cook-off. Each make a dish, and enjoy the results. You can make this even more challenging by giving each other a mystery basket of ingredients. Check out<a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomsofmaine.com\/good-matters\/healthy-feeling\/family-cooking-competition-ideas-ready-set-cook\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> these tips<\/a> to help with the planning.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5477\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cooking.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cooking.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cooking-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cooking-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cooking-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cooking-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>9. Game Night<\/strong><br \/>\nNo, not the television, good old fashioned <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chapters.indigo.ca\/en-ca\/home\/search\/?keywords=board%20games#suggest=1&amp;internal=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">board games<\/a>. Research shows that board games offer great benefits for couples. A source of relaxation, and a chance to let out that inner child. Whether it\u2019s a game of Scrabble, Twister, Truth or Dare, a card game or your very own Scavenger Hunt, it\u2019s time well spent together.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5478\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/GameNight.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/GameNight.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/GameNight-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/GameNight-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/GameNight-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/GameNight-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>10. Cuddle Up and Watch A Movie<\/strong><br \/>\nIt may sound simple, but snuggled under a blanket watching a movie together is definitely a winner. Here are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lifehack.org\/articles\/lifestyle\/20-best-romantic-movies-watch-valentines-day.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">23 Valentine\u2019s Day Movies<\/a> to choose from, and some are not your typical rom-coms.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5479\" src=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Movie-Night.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Movie-Night.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Movie-Night-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Movie-Night-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Movie-Night-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.geranium.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Movie-Night-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Spend more time this Valentine\u2019s Day with your loved one making memories instead of stressing about the day.\ud83d\udc9e<br \/>\nHappy Valentine&#8217;s Day<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Spending Valentine\u2019s Day at home? 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