You don’t need perfect weather to have a fabulous picnic with your man this Valentine’s Day. Let your imagination run wild with some unique picnic ideas customised to suit any weather…
There’s a certain romance to picnics that makes them ideal for Valentine’s Day and since they are more about the experience than the meal, it’s a recession friendly way to have a good time without spending a fortune. Better still, picnics can be as simple or as complicated as you want them to be.
Below, we've got some great tips for your next romantic picnic.
What you’ll need:
A nice blanket to sit on. The waterproof lined ones are genius in case the ground is a little damp.
Picnic Basket or Picnic Backpack
Tasty Treats: Think rice/pasta salads that can be contained in Tupperware easily, sandwiches, fresh fruit that doesn’t squash too easily, something sweet for dessert such as scones or muffins. Don’t forget drinks.
Sunscreen, insect repellent, cleansing cloths to wipe your hands.
Picnic Ideas:
Backyard Picnic: If you are strapped for cash and stuck at home for the weekend, then have a backyard BBQ – spread a blanket on the lawn or the deck and order some pizza and grab some cheap bottles of wine for a quick and easy picnic.
Boat Lover’s Picnic: If you have access to a boat, consider heading out for a picnic on the water – anchoring up at a lake or river on a sunny day will be gorgeous and you’ll truly feel like you’ve got away from it all with your loved one. Ahh the serenity.
Garden Picnic: There’s nothing like a traditional picnic on the grass – for a perfect spot consider heading to your local domain or rose garden.
Active Picnic: If you and your lover like to get physical (get your mind out of the gutter!) consider going on a walk or tramp and packing a light picnic of wholesome energy foods to stop and enjoy along the way.
Starry Night Picnic: Picnics don’t have to take place during the day; a night on a blanket under the stars can be deliciously romantic. Just don’t forget to pack insect repellent and a warm jacket.
Waterside Picnic: Head to a beach, lake, river and set up near the water where you can enjoy your picnic with a view – and cool off when the weather is hot. Don’t forget your togs. And if you are going to a beach, remember to take pre-prepared foods to avoid sand sandwiches.
Blind Date Picnic: Prepare all picnic details such as food and drinks in secret from your partner, then blindfold him, or arrange to meet him at a location for a surprise. This works well when the picnic spot has a romantic meaning to the couple.
Bed Picnic: You don’t even have to leave the house to have a picnic, set up a blanket on the bed, accompanied by music and candles and you have a recipe for indoor romance.
There are tonnes of possibilities when it comes to picnics, a great picnic is one that works for both your interests and when you plan well in advance for what you need.
Happy picnicking!