If you’re single and feel like dating is sending all of your money down the drain, then fear not – our top money-saving tips for dating will help you to cut back while still giving your date a great time. Dating doesn’t have to be about showing off your wallet – especially if your wallet is skinnier than Starvin’ Marvin’.

Top tips to save money when dating

First thing is first, ditch the desire to take your date to the swankiest place in town. Your date is more interested in getting to know you – not the menu at your city’s most expensive restaurant. And if your date would rather the latter option, then it’s best to leave them in the dust anyway.

Use coupons

If you really must take your date somewhere nice, then make sure you have a look through Coupons Plus Deals and other coupon websites to get a great deal on restaurants, cocktail bars, and nighttime activities around town. There’s no easier way to have an awesome night for less than by using discount coupons.

It’ll also show your date that you had the foresight to plan ahead to make sure they had a good time. They’ll appreciate that.

Get creative

Why does dating have to involve a restaurant or bar? Isn’t that a little… boring? If you’ve been on twenty dates in your life, then the chances are that you’ve been taken to twenty restaurants or bars. Thinking outside the box can wind up with a much more interesting date, as well as a much cheaper one! Why not have a look at what’s on in the theatre? Or head down to a shooting range? You could even plan a hike somewhere out of town and bring a picnic and a bottle of wine. Don’t be afraid to think outside of the box.

Bring animals into the mix

Who doesn’t love animals? Why not bring your date to volunteer at an animal shelter with you? Or you could walk a friend’s dog – or even a stranger’s and get paid for it – together. Taking a walk around the park with a fury companion is always a great way to spend an evening. Plus, if the date doesn’t go well then you still have some company to enjoy afterwards.

Drink less

It’s not uncommon for people to hit the sauce pretty hard on a first date. After all, there’s nothing like a bit of Dutch courage to help you relax and break the ice with someone you’ve only just met. The thing is, those drinks are going to add a hefty amount to your bill and you’re not actually going to be a better version of yourself if you’re getting drunk when first meeting someone. Sure, a couple will help you to unnerve yourself, but keep it at that.

Try Geocaching

Geocaching is an app that essentially gives you a treasure map of caches that other people have hidden around your city. You can use the map to find them in cool places that are usually of historical interest or have a great view. It’s a really fun way to explore parts of your city that you would usually pass by. Try bringing a date out and try to find some – or even plant one yourself.

Remember to use Geocaching coupons to save money!