Date ideas
Long distance relationships make normal dates difficult. You can still spend quality time together using video calls. These eight ideas give you specific things to try instead of just talking. Prepare the materials listed for each activity. Set a time that works for both of you. Turn off other notifications during the call. Most of these need nothing but your camera and internet. A few use items you already have at home. They work from your couch or bedroom.
Action
Open a video call with your partner. Create a list of ten questions and ten dares. Take turns choosing one or the other. Complete the dare on camera or answer the question honestly. Keep the game to forty five minutes.
Pro-Tip
Have the lists ready on a piece of paper next to your computer before you begin the call.
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Use questions about past dates or private topics to get more interesting answers from each other.
Action
Join the video call. Prepare statements about things you have never done. Take turns reading them out. Your partner takes a sip if they have done the thing. Talk about your experiences after each one.
Pro-Tip
Use a non alcoholic drink. Limit the game to twenty statements to avoid it going too long.
Spicy Twist
Focus on statements related to past relationships or personal habits.
Action
Select the same song on your devices. Play it at the same time. Stand up so your partner can see your full body. Move to the music while looking at the screen. Try to match each others rhythm.
Pro-Tip
Practice a few moves before the call so you feel less awkward dancing alone.
Spicy Twist
activity closer to the camera and use slower music for a different feel.
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Action
Wear multiple layers of clothing including a hoodie. Take turns giving challenges or asking questions. Remove one layer for each completed turn. Show the result on camera after each removal.
Pro-Tip
Choose comfortable layers that are easy to take off on camera without much effort.
Spicy Twist
Continue until you reach your final layer or set a stopping point in advance.
Action
Start the video call. One person begins a made up story with one sentence. Take turns adding the next sentence. Keep the story going for ten minutes. Pay attention to where the story goes.
Pro-Tip
Decide on a starting theme like a vacation or mystery before you start.
Spicy Twist
Make the story about two people who meet in an interesting situation.
Action
Sit in front of the camera. Show your partner how you massage your own arms or neck. Explain each step as you do it. Have them copy the movements on their own body at the same time.
Pro-Tip
Use lotion if you have it to make the movements smoother on your skin.
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Focus on areas like shoulders or lower back and describe how it feels.
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Action
Choose simple roles like bartender and customer. Stay in character during the entire call. Ask questions and respond as your character would. Keep the scene going for fifteen minutes.
Pro-Tip
Write down three lines each character might say to help you get started.
Spicy Twist
Choose roles that involve some power dynamic or close interaction.
Action
Find song lyrics that you both know. Play the music at the same time. Sing along together on the video call. Take turns doing verses and sing the chorus together. Record it if you want.
Pro-Tip
Test the audio settings so you can hear each other without lag or problems.
Spicy Twist
Choose a song with meaningful lyrics to your relationship.
Final Tip
These activities give you a way to have dates even when apart. Use them regularly to maintain your connection. Adjust them as needed to fit your relationship.
Common Questions
Any video call app with good quality works. Zoom, FaceTime, or Discord all support the activities in this list.
Follow the structure of the chosen activity. Prepare materials in advance so you always have the next step ready.
Yes. Change the questions or dares to match what you both like. Start simple and increase the challenge over time.
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