Ideas for a romantic picnic for two

Two major questions that we must ask ourselves before we go or plan a romantic picnic for two are where we will have the picnic and what kind of food we will take with us. Let's start with the location of the picnic.

Where to have a romantic picnic for two?

Picnic with a view
Places with interesting scenery are a good choice - they show that we are not boring, they provide a topic for conversation and the ambiance itself makes it easier to relax and open up. We can choose the top of the hill where we can see people flying kites, sailing, flying remote controlled gliders and other interesting activities that are pleasant to watch. Places with a view of the city, bridge, bay or port, stadium or other attractive sights are also a good choice. We can go to the botanical garden and to historical areas with old buildings and architecture.

Back to nature
Wilderness has always offered romantics incredible areas for a romantic picnic. Let's try to find a place that doesn't require too much walking and make sure we don't eat too much food if we happen to have to go hiking as well.

National parks are a good place to start and let's not forget that it's good to have toilets nearby. We can try a picnic by a lake, river or waterfall, on an open meadow, on a slope with a view over the valley, in national parks and in a forest clearing.

The beach

The beach offers all kinds of fun things to see as well as do. If the beach is too crowded, we can plan the picnic later in the day, when the families have already gone home. Don't forget a parasol or place a picnic under the treetops. The biggest problem is sand in combination with food, so we make sure to put the food well in containers with lids. We can go to the cliffs along the coast, to the caves where we will stay until sunset, to the small piers on the lake or even rent a boat on the lake and go somewhere alone.

Picnic in the park
If there is a nice park near us, a picnic in the park can be a real treat. Of course, they are most suitable in the warm months (don't forget the shade), but that doesn't mean that we can't have a picnic in the park in winter as well. With a waterproof blanket, warm clothes and warm food, hot cocoa, tea or mulled wine, we can conjure up a picnic in the snow.

A romantic picnic for two can be conjured up on the terrace at the top of the building, at a festival, on a ship or among the vineyards.

What kind of food is suitable for a romantic picnic for two?

Due to natural factors such as insects, wind, dirt and, of course, food that cools quickly, it is better to pack things loosely, with foods that can be eaten by hand. It is best to take a cooler bag with you and store dairy products or eggs and various side dishes in it. If we don't have a cooler bag, we can cool the food with frozen bottles of water, which we can drink later, when it naturally thaws. If we're going to bring hot food with us, then it's a good idea to make sure it stays that way. If you put a few bricks in the oven for 45 minutes at 250 degrees Celsius, then wrap them in aluminum foil and place a towel over them, the food will stay warm for at least another hour. Let's pack the food just before leaving.

Here are some other things we need on a picnic. Some are more important than others, but all are part of the charm of a romantic picnic for two.

• A thick blanket (waterproof if the surface is wet)
• A small cooler or cooler bag
• Picnic basket or backpack
• Napkins
•  Disposable plates, cups and cutlery
•  Fragrances
•  Wet wipes
• A plastic bag for garbage and a plastic bag for used dishes
• A bottle of water and two towels for cleaning
• Insect spray
• Wine glasses
• Bottle opener
• Parasol or umbrella
•  Sun protection cream
• Warm clothes if it gets cold
• Lamp
•  Camera
•  Music player
•  A pillow or two
• Small vase and flowers
• Tea candles and glasses in which we will place the candles

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What can we do on a romantic picnic for two?

Sure, we're on a romantic picnic with the person we love the most, but we'll still want to do something other than talk. Here are some ideas for activities on a romantic picnic for two: we can fly a kite, play games or cards, throw a Frisbee, swim, bocce, listen to music artists we both like, have a wine tasting, play "soccer", go for a walk and of course, let's not forget the most romantic thing - we can blow bubbles.