Valentine's Day, with its extravagant gestures and heartfelt words, is one of the most romantic days of the year. Even if you and your loved one are miles apart, celebrating it is still important. You just need to use your imagination when it comes to ideas for how to celebrate Valentine's Day 2025.
ContentHow to celebrate Valentine's Day 2025 in a long-distance relationship: send video messages throughout the dayValentine's Day ideas: send a plant (it will live longer than flowers!)How to celebrate Valentine's Day 2025 in a long-distance relationship: organize a game nightValentine's Day ideas: cook a meal togetherHow to celebrate Valentine's Day 2025 in a long-distance relationship: create a photo albumValentine's Day ideas: write each other love lettersHow to celebrate Valentine's Day 2025 in a long-distance relationship: ask and answer intimate questionsValentine's Day ideas: visit a virtual museum or art gallery
Luckily, you don't have to rack your brains. WomanEL has collected the best expert-approved tips for you.
How to Celebrate Valentine's Day 2025 in a Long Distance Relationship: Send Video Messages Throughout the Day
The distance between you will likely feel even stronger on Valentine's Day. To lighten the mood a bit, surprise your partner with video messages sent throughout the day. Recall meaningful memories you've had together, tell us why they mean the most to you, and share silly moments that still make you laugh to this day.
Valentine's Day Ideas: Send a Plant (It Will Live Longer Than Flowers!)
A bouquet of flowers is certainly welcome, but this year it’s worth changing things up a bit. Since the plant will live, it will serve as a reminder of the romantic celebration (and all that unites you) for months and years to come. “You can give it and remember that it was sent with love,” says matchmaker Tammy Shaklee.
How to Celebrate Valentine's Day 2025 in a Long Distance Relationship: Have a Game Night
Playing video games together is a great Valentine's Day idea for long-distance relationships. Whether you choose a game you're already familiar with or decide to learn a new one together, it's a fun way to bond. Team up or have a little friendly competition to keep the game interesting. If board games are more to your liking, choose virtual versions.
Valentine's Day celebration ideas: prepare food together
If you can't afford a fancy dinner when planning a long-distance Valentine's Day date, try this: cook a meal together. Buy the ingredients in advance, then follow the recipe together. Enjoy the meal with a glass of good wine and conversation.
How to celebrate Valentine's Day 2025 in long distance relationships: create a photo album
A photo album filled with your favorite photos together is a keepsake that will celebrate your relationship. “Include your favorite memories and reflections on your time together, like what you love about your partner and how you knew they were the one,” says relationship expert Laura Berman. “Share your funny inside jokes and special memories you’ve made together.”
Ideas for celebrating Valentine's Day: write each other love letters
A sentimental letter about your feelings will surely melt a man's heart, Source: freepik.com
Communication is key to a successful long-distance relationship. And while you may be in constant communication, you probably haven’t written each other love letters in a while. Make it special this Valentine’s Day by sending a heartfelt, handwritten note on beautiful paper or in a Valentine’s Day card.
You could even include something personal, like a photo of the two of you or tickets to an event you’ll be attending when you’re reunited. Be sure to send the card in advance so your significant other can open it on February 14th.
How to Celebrate Valentine's Day 2025 in a Long Distance Relationship: Ask Intimate Questions and Answers them
You can always learn something new about your partner, even if you've been dating for years. As a Valentine's Day idea for a long-distance relationship, take time to ask and answer virtual questions together. Each of you can make a list of 10 questions you want to ask and then take turns asking them.
Valentine's Day Ideas: Visit a Virtual Museum or Art Gallery
A few years ago, there was a boom in virtual events. You can guess why… Among them was the opportunity to take tours of museums and art galleries from the comfort of your own home. Museums that offer this opportunity include the British Museum in London, the National Gallery of Art in Washington, D.C., and the stunning Musée d’Orsay in Paris.
If you don't know what to make, choose these heart-shaped cookies. They will be cute and delicious!
