When you're planning a date, you want it to be perfect: Something that's fun but gives you time to talk; something playful and romantic but not sugary sweet. That's a lot to ask of any activity, and planning a great date can leave even the most hopeless romantic at a loss.

To discover creative dating ideas, consider both of your interests. If you're planning something extraordinary (say, skydiving) you need to make sure it is something your date would want to do. Otherwise, it could go really wrong. Save the surprises for less-extreme ideas, or do some careful research before you go, like asking your date’s friends and family if she they have ever wanted to skydive, if that's your pick. Just make sure that when you surprise your date, it is in the good way and not the oh-no-how-do-I-get-out-of-this way.

An Indoor Picnic
Pros: Privacy, versatility, available year-round.
Cons: The floor could get uncomfortable.
Costs: Food, wine and movie (optional).

Move the furniture, throw a picnic blanket on the ground, light some candles and you've got a romantic picnic any day of the year. Your date will most likely be pleased and surprised by the ingenuity of this idea, and the romance factor is high. You can sit and talk while enjoying your food and drink. If conversation lulls, no problem. Just sit back and watch the movie you have ready for the occasion.

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