Different Date Nights: Ten Unique Ways to Share the Love Valentine’s Day may be long gone, but that doesn’t mean we can’t use a little romance in our lives, right? Whether your relationship is in its early stages By Marianne Hamilton
or you’ve celebrated decades together, you and your significant other can always benefit from some extra special
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togetherness time.
Movie Night
Nothing beats genuine movie theater popcorn while you’re watching your favorite film (or TV show). Did you know that most cinemas offer popcorn (and virtually every other snack item) to go for your at-home enjoyment? Download the Megaplex app and preorder your goodies for in-theater or off-site consumption (a large bucket runs roughly $8). Bonus tip: Season two of Bridgerton bows on Netflix March 25.
Fortunately, the Greater St. George area offers abundant, diverse opportunities to supercharge your spark, both indoors and out. Best news: Each will help you connect (or reconnect) safely and without busting your budget.
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Pleasure Afoot
A quick YouTube search of “foot massage videos” will bring up scores of clips ranging from a sixty-second instruction video to a half-hour tutorial. Light some candles, dial up your spa playlist, bring out the massage oil (or any super-rich body lotion/cream), and share this treat. Bonus tip: If you’re skittish about your (or your partner’s) tootsies, consider a communal soak in warm water beforehand.
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Happy Trails
There’s a reason why St. George is a must-see destination for travelers across the globe; our hiking trails and vistas are practically unparalleled. Take a day hike in Snow Canyon, traverse the two-mile Turtle Wall loop, or stroll along the Bearclaw Poppy Trail. There are dozens of routes to match your skill-levels. Bonus tip: The Greater Zion’s interactive trails map (https://trails.greaterzion.com) lists all the best-known and off-the-beaten-path routes.
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Go for a Spin
You may not be Tour de France ready, but you can still rock two wheels. Just grab one of the bright orange Spin scooters available everywhere, and go. Each has a tag with a scannable QR code that allows you to unlock it and turn on the motor. Download the app ahead of time, and you can authorize payment and begin your spin in seconds. Bonus tip: It’s $1 to unlock the scooter and 15¢ per mile to ride, making the average afternoon cruise as cost effective as it is fun. 20 www.sghealthandwellnessmagazine.com
