- Vaccinated singles are dating for the first time after over a year in lockdown.
- As social-distancing measures ease up, singles can explore dating activities that are indoors or that include physical contact.
- Here are 9
date ideas to try out after you've been vaccinated.
Hot vax summer is here and vaccinated singles are revamping their Tinder profiles, buying cute outfits, and whitening their teeth to look their best after a year of lockdown.
Social-distancing measures over the past year stopped many people from going on typical dates at restaurants, movie theaters, and bars.
But as more people get vaccinated, businesses, venues, and public spaces are safely reopening.
Here are 9 date ideas to add to your social calendar post-vaccine.
Go to a museum
A stroll around pieces of art or historic artifacts could give you and your date a chance to break the ice by talking about the exhibits while enjoying the ambiance (or air conditioning).
Museums are open across the country and some have mask policies to keep patrons safe.
Have a garden party in the park
Gather an assortment of games, snacks and drinks and lay a blanket out in the park to get some sun. The serene environment gives you the opportunity to get to know your date in a relaxed setting.
Have a beach day
If the parks are too crowded or hot, a beach day could be a nice alternative. A cool body of water is nice to dip your toes in, or you could try some water sports like surfing or boogie boarding for a rush of adrenaline.
If you're more of a sand person, set up a blanket with some beers and chat as you watch the waves crash. If the beach is a little too crowded for blankets, you and your date could also go for a walk along the shore.
Go out for dinner and drinks
Summertime has the perfect weather to enjoy outdoor dining on a patio or roof.
While indoor dining operations are slowly returning to normal as more people get vaccinated, officials haven't said it's completely safe for those who are fully vaccinated.
In April, Dr. Anthony Fauci said though he is fully vaccinated, he will still not be partaking in indoor dining.
Go dancing at an outside concert or explore an outdoor market
June marks Pride Month, which means many outdoor performances and events are starting to kick into gear. You and your date could go dancing at an outdoor venue where you can party at a safe distance from the people around you.
If dancing isn't your strong suit, there are plenty of outdoor markets to visit during the summer for shopping or eating.
Go to a bar arcade and play games
Bar arcades, or arcades that serve alcohol, are a great outlet for competitive daters who are looking for activities to do together.
As more bar arcades open back up, some have implemented measures like wiping down games between turns and enforced mask policies. You and your date could enjoy games and drinks as you get to know each other over some Mario Kart.
Go kayaking together
If you have a body of water near where you live, there's no better time than the summer to go kayaking. The activity can be a nice distraction and icebreaker for you and your date and a way to cool down on an otherwise hot and humid day.
Hiking
Hiking is a great date idea for active adventurers. A day in nature can give you both some perspective and acts as a nice getaway if you both live in a city.
The great outdoors also leaves plenty of room to social distance from other hikers.
Sightseeing in your city
Sometimes, the daily work grind can prevent you from exploring tourist destinations in your own hometown. You and your date can fix that by making a list of landmarks or historic sites in your city and knocking a few off the list together.