Keeping Romance Alive at a Distance: 10 Fun Virtual Date Ideas

Let's face it, dating especially after divorce or loss already comes with its own set of challenges. Throw in the complications of keeping a long-distance relationship going strong, and it can feel like the odds are stacked against you. 

The beauty of modern technology is that you don't have to resign yourself to mundane phone calls and the occasional pricey trip. Couples can have creative virtual dates that allow you to nurture and maintain that flirty connection from any distance. 

Video chats are great, however with a little planning and creativity here are 10 unique ideas to keep those sparks flying, no matter how many miles stand between you:

1. Order DoorDash for one another and have a Virtual Dinner Date…or Make the Same Meal Using the Same Recipe and Enjoy!

2. Using Amazon Prime have a  Double-Feature Movie Night... with favorite snacks, etc.

3. Play Online Games with One Another

4. Do Museum Gallivanting from Your Couch…

5. Take Online Classes

6. Connect Intellectually by Reading a Book to Each Other

7. Armchair Travel to Dream Destinations... and Plan Future Trips

8. Do DIY Projects or Create a Podcast

9. Create a Couples Workout Routine to do at the Same Time

10. Build a Spiritual Connection by Starting the Day with Daily Devotionals

There are many other spark building activities you can do with a little planning and imagination, but you get the idea!  Distance doesn’t have to dictate the depth of your connection. With creativity and the right resources, your virtual dates can be just as fun, flirty and memorable as those in-person meetups. 

Keep an open mind and mix things up! It will keep things flirty, exciting, and will uncover new things about each other. You may uncover new passions in addition to strengthening the one between the two of you!

So embrace all the benefits technology has to offer and all its possibilities. Staying connected virtually may be the very thing that fuels your epic love story!