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10 Activities To Do With Bae This Valentine's Day That'll Earn You Brownie Points

Shower your boo with love.

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1. Binge-watch Single's Inferno and Physical: 100 together

'Single's Inferno.'

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'Physical: 100.'

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Staying in has its perks like not needing to deal with any Valentine's Day crowd. :p

Order food in instead and do a marathon of new Netflix series' Single's Inferno or Physical: 100, where you and your significant other can share eye-candy, opinions on who should couple up, and who deserves to win the competition.

2. Jalan-jalan and buy local knick-knacks at Sunny Side Up Market Valentine's Edition

Happening at Slate @ The Row KL from 11am to 6pm on 11 February and 12 February, Sunny Side Up Market is bringing a Valentine's Day edition, perfect for couples to jalan-jalan and makan.

Here, you'll find small local businesses selling all kinds of goodies, from clothing to accessories, home decor, gifts, and food!

3. Hunt for cool bargains or vintage stuff at local thrift shops such as 2nd STREET and Shimokita Space

Play dress-up at thrift stores in the Klang Valley, where you and your boo can shop till you drop, or even shop for each other! Discovering vintage gems and treasures has never been so romantic ;)

4. Make cute memories at one of these self-photoshoot studios

Creating new memories is a gift in itself, especially for a sentimental other half! These self-photoshoot studios let you take fun pictures together — without the pressure of anyone else watching. They provide physical and digital copies. It'll definitely be a Valentine's to remember.

You can check out some photoshoot studios in the Klang Valley here and here.

5. Book an Airbnb where you can do a movie marathon, nap together, and munch on snacks all day

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Image via Airbnb

For the couple who just wants to relax and not do anything, consider booking a hotel room or Airbnb for the night.

These Airbnbs listed have their own Netflix setup for you to enjoy a 'home cinema' experience together, shut off from the world — with just you and your boo.

6. Treat your better half to a fancy meal or wine outing

Areas like Damansara HeightsJalan Bangkung, and the newly-opened Bamboo Hills have plenty of romantic restaurants to make your special someone feel extra loved this V-Day.

If you both love drinks, consider a wine date instead. Crack open a bottle or two and enjoy some quality time! 

7. Sign up for a tufting class together

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If you're the kind of couple who loves trying new things or doing an activity together, you might like tufting! You can make your own rugs, coasters, or art pieces to frame up that'll remind you of your fond memory together. 

Here are some tufting studios in the Klang Valley:
Tuftme
Tufting Society
Kapetto KL

8. Enjoy a magical night at Kuala Selangor's firefly sanctuary

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Kampung Kuantan Firefly Park in Kuala Selangor, less than an hour's drive from KL city, is an enthralling activity you and your partner can do together that'll definitely be one for the books! 

The sanctuary is said to be one of the largest firefly colonies in the world. You'll be taken on a small boat into the night and will soon find yourself surrounded by thousands of dazzling fireflies ready to mate.    

9. Take in fresh air and sunset views on this farm located 30 minutes from KL

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The Acre by Farm Fresh is part of a local dairy company that offers meals made with fresh ingredients harvested from its backyard. Reserve a spot and dine with the sun setting against the green landscape.

After your meal, you can even take a stroll and stop by their petting zoo where rabbits, deer, cows, and a variety of birds roam. 

10. Build a rack, trunk, or trolley together at this fun couple's woodworking workshop

To celebrate Valentine's Day, ADIAIDA is offering woodworking workshops throughout February — the perfect 'quality-time' activity to do with your loved one. All tools and items will be provided, so all you'll need to do is sign up for the workshop of your choice!

On a budget? Don't worry, these date ideas won't break the bank:

If your GF's love language is receiving gifts, check out these suggestions on what to get:

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