Ok, maybe Darwin isn’t the city of love. But there are so many fun places and ideas to date around Darwin that our sister states just can’t compete with. The warm climate, the impossibly beautiful nature, and spread-out population makes dating in the North an intimate and imaginative destination. So, if you were planning on a Netflix and Chill this Friday night, it’s time to review your last few dates and take your relationship off-course for some excitement around Darwin.
Slow Down and Stay In
We’re always in such a rush to get out there, but what about staying in and bringing the date to you? The Staycation concept has gained fast momentum over the last few years, catering to couples as a getaway without actually getting away. Staying in serviced apartments in Darwin gives you the romance of a hotel and the freedom of staying in a place like home, only central, modern and you don’t have to clean up the next day. Set the scene with candles, music and a nice bottle of champagne. If you don’t live central take advantage of the location and nip down for a drink or a bite, followed by a late breakfast the next day.
Picnic at Charles Darwin Park
What is more memorable than a picnic? It combines a meal with nature, and a chance to cuddle up on a blanket as you observe the beauty of the surrounds and each other. Now if your experiences with picnics haven’t been romantic to date, it’s really just about upgrading soft drink to champagne, and sandwiches to canapes. Any food that you can share is always a good option, and if you make it yourself then that is sure to score you some brownie points. If sitting cross-legged for a few hours doesn’t appeal to you, bring bean bags and cushions so you can lay around and get comfortable with each other.
Boat Ride
Any tourist who heads to Darwin will be on the water in a matter of hours, inevitably with their eyes peeled for crocs. No, this isn’t a Dundee Darwin date. Instead, take the water on a boat cruise to watch the sunset and star gaze. We Darwin locals take the large bodies of water around us for granted, but a couples boat ride might be just the laid back date your special someone needs. A romantic playlist will add to the date, and will go hand in hand with the gentle rocking of the boat. Take it a step further and dress in stripes and a captains hat, and don’t forget the drinks and cheese board… and insect repellent.
Beach Trip
Nothing like sea breeze to relax your special someone. Sprawl out and sunbathe with some iced tea and sandwiches under a big umbrella, or wait for the sun to set and whip out the cheese board and a few cold beers with candles to light the night. Darwin is blessed with perfect beaches and each of them have hidden treasures so you can plan the date for the sand, the grass or from above from the cliffs. Find out what time the sun sets and make sure you don’t attempt a beach date in the rainy season.
It’s hard to think of your hometown as a place to date. But remember that Darwin is a holiday destination for many tourists, many of which are couples themselves. Throw the playbook out the window and trade the typical dinner and a movie for an intimate staycation, or an adventure outdoors.
