Valentine’s Day is a chance for people to spend a romantic day or evening together. However, this can end up being a pricey endeavor. Securing reservations to a romantic cabin get-away or a popular restaurant can be difficult during this popular time of year. Delaying celebrations by a few days is a creative way to save money and stress. This is a chance to pick up quality gifts for less and grab reservations at the most popular restaurants in town. A couple can still honor their love and have something special without going broke at the same time. The following are just a few of the benefits of delaying Valentine’s Day plans.
Save Money on Gifts
Prices on chocolates and other luxury candies, flowers, jewelry, lingerie and more go up during the weeks leading to Valentine’s Day. A couple can end up spending more than necessary if during this peak shopping time. Waiting a few days means that a man can grab flowers and teddy bears for half the price and that women can purchase watches, after-shave and more for far less. Clearance on Valentine’s Day items could be as much as 50 or 70% off the normal price. A couple doesn’t have to show love by over-paying for gifts.
Secure Reservations without Stress
Popular restaurants, honeymoon suites at hotels, cabin get-aways and other romantic options are booked up quickly around Valentine’s Day. Many venues even up their prices during these peak times of the year. Some couples have to book their reservations months in advance. Celebrating Valentine’s Day a few days later means that a couple can book a meal or weekend trip without paying high rates. No one wants to have their plans ruined because the restaurant was packed or because a spouse couldn’t get a reservation.
More Time & Less Stress
Couples often stress out about how they will spend Valentine’s Day. If they waited, they could spend a whole week celebrating one another’s love. Not celebrating on February 14th removes a lot of the stress and anxiety that often accompanies this holiday. A couple can have a romantic dinner or trip without pressure.
Restaurants, hotels, department stores and other businesses know that Valentine’s Day is a big year for couples. This is why they increase their prices. A smart couple will discuss delaying their dinner, gift exchange, trip or celebration until a few days later. This helps people find gifts on sale or clearance. Couples will find it far easier to secure reservations if they wait a few days. This is a chance to celebrate love and find some romance without worrying about money or reservations.
