Winter can be lonesome while in a long distance relationship, but it’s actually the best season for free online dates!
The weather is cooler and it’s the perfect time to have fun dates online. Thanks the the internet, there are loads of online resources you can use to stay cozy and warm inside for free online dates all winter long. Your LDR can flourish without breaking the bank and you can enjoy long distance dates with ease.
Many LDR couples find the long distance combined with the changes in temperature and weather can contribute to seasonal blues. One way to combat this is by having activities to look forward to, as well as making to for genuine connections with your partner.
If the long winter and long distance are getting you down, try out these free online dates with your partner.
1. Make hot chocolate together
Put on some music and curl up with a hot cup of cocoa for a cozy video call with your love.
Whipped cream & sprinkles are always a great topper!
If you’re feeling ambitious try making hot chocolate bombs together.
2. Share a meal on a video call
Plan ahead to pick a time that works with both your schedules and any time differences you’re facing. This free online date is the perfect way to turn an ordinary evening into a special occasion.
Order in for a virtual “night out” experience.
Try cooking the same meal together over a video call for extra connection!
3. Workout together
This free online date keeps you connected and keeps you active! Set aside space for stretching and prepare any supplies you’ll need.
You can follow along with a YouTube video workout, join a live-stream from a local gym, or make your own workout together.
Plan a post-workout meal together with veggies and protein. Be sure to have fun!
4. Watch a Winter movie together on Netflix
What’s cozier than a family favorite with your loved one?
Be sure to choose a genre that fits your tastes. A few options are:
- Hallmark movies
- Winter comedies
- Holiday rom-coms
- Christmas classics
- Frosty and action packed adventure movies
Add popcorn and fluffy blankets for added coziness.
5. Send an e card with snowflakes
Love letters are the ultimate way to send a little love to your partner; and now you can do it as a free online date!
Add a warm winter feel by choosing a layout with snowflakes, including some personal photos and a memory the two of you hold close.
6. Make and listen to romantic playlists
Love songs never go out of style; and they make for a perfect free online date.
Find songs that make you think of your love & captures special memories.
Spotify, YouTube, SoundCloud, and other free online programs allow you to put together your own custom playlists.
If you both make a song list you can both share this special way to feel closer even while apart. Swap your playlists together and listen to a little piece of your partner’s heart.
7. Free online date: truth or dare
I think truth or dare is always more interesting with some stakes added. Bet that the loser has to buy the winner dinner, or maybe you owe a massage to the next time you meet in person. Get crazy and fun and make your own truths / dares as well!
8. Play chess online
Chess pairs perfectly with a glass of wine and a great companion.
You don’t have to be good at chess to have a fun free online date! This is a great conversation starter and a good way to keep your brain active.
Try some free apps to play together or play online at www.chess.com
9. Take online personality quizzes
Some great quizzes to get to know your partner are the enneag
The Science of People has a great list of 36 deep questions to ask your significant other and find out about their inner person. Dig deep and ask each other about your fears and dreams; hopes and childhood memories.
Take the love languages test together, or find your Myers Briggs types or your enneagram numbers.
10. Use Spotify to start a group session for a free online date with music
You can share your music and create a custom queue using the BETA testing version of Spotify’s Group Session feature!
You can access this by going to devices on your phone options in Spotify and selecting “start new group session”. Invite your partner using the link that pops up and you should be good to go! This is a super fun way have a free online date and to feel close to your partner no matter what you’re up to.