8 Date Ideas Perfect For Parents Who Need Time Alone
We get it: sometimes, you just need time away from the kids
Who says that you and your partner can't have fun dates after having kids? While it's true that a majority of your time goes towards looking after your little ones, we believe that it's important to keep the flame alive. If you are looking for some activities to do as a couple, here are some that will add some spark back to your life.
Indulge in a nautical adventure without travelling too far away at this modern-day kelong restaurant. Located just off Pulau Ubin, Smith Marine is a mere 15-minute ferry ride from Changi Village Ferry Terminal.
Satisfy your seafood cravings with a variety of food options ranging from lobster deep-fried with shredded potatoes to sambal mussels.
Once you've eaten your fill, take some time to pose together with the ocean as your backdrop. Don't forget to take a moment to enjoy the breeze and soak in the sun.
You are required to pre-book your spot before making your way down to the restaurant. Simply Whatsapp the Smith Marine at 97927609 to arrange your meal. The staff will also help you with booking the ferry.
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Get your blood racing with KF1 Karting at Singapore's largest fun-kart circuit. With a track 750 metres long and with 16 corners, try to keep your road rage in check as you battle against your partner to see who is the faster racer. Bonus points if you can complete the circuit under one minute!
Couples without a motorbike license can book tickets for a Novice Ride at $35 per ticket. Two rides will cost $60, while three rides will cost $84. For the Novice Ride, you'll be able to drive for 10 minutes in a 30KPH petrol kart.
For those who do own a motorbike license, you can get an Advanced Ride at $45 per ticket. Two rides will cost $80, while three rides will cost $105. Instead of a 30KPH petrol kart, couples who book the Advanced Ride can drive a 50KPH petrol kart.
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Do you and your partner have a lot of pent-up rage and frustrations? Whether it's stress from work life or in-laws being overbearing, let off some steam in The Fragment Room. For 30 minutes, you will both be able to smash and destroy to your hearts' desire. Scream out your grievances and work up a sweat without anyone but your closest person looking.
A pair of tickets cost $80, with a 10 per cent discount happening right now.
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If you and your partner are going to be in the area, why not plan a trip to the Giant Swing at Skypark Sentosa? For $51, you will be released from a height of 45 metres and swing at a speed of 120km/hour. Perfect for adrenaline junkies, if you ask us.
While suspended, you will also be able to take in the sights of Siloso Beach as you swing in the air. Just make sure both of you can stomach the thrill.
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Self-photo studios have been a hit recently and if you haven't tried them out, now's the time to do so. Get dressed up and make your way to the nearest outlet to take some high-quality pictures together. Have fun coming up with weird poses, indulging in cliché ones, and walk away with professional-looking pictures to add to your albums.
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When kids are in the picture, alcohol often isn't. If you've been wanting to dabble in cocktail making, this workshop is a perfect place for you and your partner to start. You will get the full experience - from sourcing ingredients to learning how to mix cocktails the Mexican way. And yes, you will also be able to enjoy three sets of tacos and nachos with salsa (which is a huge pro if you ask us).
The experience costs $95 per person.
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Sometimes, all you need are flowers to brighten a home. Enjoy a peaceful day creating flower arrangements with your partner in a flower jamming session. Choose from a wide array of flowers and foliage to create an arrangement that will be right at home on the dining table. If you don't have the equipment needed to properly bring your creation to life, there will be some supplies on-site, so you don't need to worry about that.
When booking, you will have to pay a $40 deposit which you can use as credits to redeem your flowers, vases, decorative paper, and more.
To make things a little more fun, why not create the bouquets with each other in mind? It will definitely make the creative juices flow!
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Don't want to do anything but soak in an onsen with your partner and relax? Ikeda Spa's Hinoki Onsen Bath for couples will allow you to do just that. Choose from five different types of bath salts that can rejuvenate and nourish the skin or relax your body and mind.
Afterwards, indulge in a massage or facial to really help release the tension in your body; we know you have lots of it from looking after the little ones.
Prices start from $130+.
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Additional reporting: Terri Kue
A version of this story first appeared in Young Parents.