Have you planned your Valentine’s Day surprise for your loved one? Or are you still cracking your head to think of somewhere special to take that special someone to? If the recent fear of an economic recession, talks of zeo bonuses and increments and threats of pay cuts are putting some strain on your wallet, read on for top 5 things you can do for free (or almost-free!) this Valentine’s Day! 
Valentine’s Movie Date
Curl up on the couch together in the comfort of your own home with cosy cushions and your favourite ice cream or popcorn to watch a romantic movie. Recommended movies include Love Actually, Mamma Mia, Pretty Woman, Sleepless in Seattle and The Truth About Cats & Dogs.
Home Cooked Valentine’s Breakfast
Why not surprise them with a delicious home-cooked breakfast? It costs hardly anything to prepare and would certainly put a smile on your loved one’s faces. Go creative and create pretty hearts with cookie cutters to decorate your breakfast with.
Read more tips for saving on Valentine’s Day below.
Recommended Romantic Spots
Go back to nature this Valentine’s. Instead of jostling with crowds in shopping malls and overpriced restaurants, take a quiet walk in the nearby parks or beaches. Local parks include KL’s Lake Gardens, KLCC Park or a short drive to KL’s famous Look Out Point. Spend some time getting to know each other again amongst the cool comfort of the trees.
Start A Love Project Together
Plan something together this Valentine’s and watch it grow. Grow a plant together and watch it flower over time. If you’re photography buffs, why not plan to save up for your DSLR or a photo outing trip? Or sit together and plan your next holiday. Whatever it is, choose something you both enjoy and look forward to!
Valentine’s Day Spa
Create your very own spa at home! If you have a bathtub at home, luxuriate in a bubble bath with pretty flower petals and sweet smelling bath salts. Or have a nice scrub under a hot shower and finish up with a relaxing massage for each other. It’s a great end to a wonderful day.
Ultimately, Valentine’s Day isn’t about flowers, presents or expensive dinners. It is about laughter, time and fun together. Sometimes, the best things in life are really free!
February 13th, 2009 at 3:37 pm
Valentine’s Day Spa sounded like a good idea. Relaxing yet romantic:)
February 16th, 2009 at 4:42 pm
And its even cheaper when you do it at home!
Hope you had a wonderful Valentine’s!