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It’s hard to come up with a perfect present for your partner, whether it’s Valentine’s Day, Christmas, their birthday, or any other holiday you two celebrate. But it’s even harder when you’re in a long-distance relationship, which many of us had to experience during the pandemic. So did I, so here is what I came up with.
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Touch Bracelet
The lack of physical connection is one of the hardest parts of LDR. With a set of touch bracelets like Bond or similar, you’ll be able to show your partner that you’re thinking about them wherever you are. Just touch your bracelet, and the one on their hand will slightly vibrate.
Travel Gift Card
Invite your significant other to a romantic getaway next time you are together and send them the Airbnb gift card so they can pick their dream destination. If a real trip is not an option at the moment, the card can also be used for virtual experiences such as online city tours, cooking classes, or meditations — not as good as traveling together, but it could still be fun.
Polaroid
Or any other instant camera of your choice. And get one for yourself as well. Agree to take pics of your everyday lives and then send them to each other (yeah, I mean by real mail) to make that distance a bit shorter. Alternatively, you can take lots of photos when you’re visiting each other and then turn them into a memorable album. People rarely print pics today, and I think it’s a shame — turning over the pages is much more soulful than scrolling your feed.
Romantic Movie Night
You don’t need to be in one city to have a movie date, thanks to services like Teleparty. They give long-distance couples the opportunity to watch the same movie or show together while being far away. Grab a bag of popcorn, make silly comments in the chat, hit the “stop” button when you need to — basically do everything you’d do if you two were snuggling on the same couch.
Food
Some of you might argue that food is not a gift, but I’ll fight for my creeds. Organize a fine dinner delivery for a special date or just order them some Chinese when you know they’re tired after a long day at work. If you’re in different countries, send them a box of your country’s special treats. You can even order some groceries for them and turn your evening into a Facetime cooking session, which could be super-fun. Keep it simple, though, as the five-hour beef bourguignon recipe might not be the best option.
SPA Gift Card
First of all, keeping a long-distance relationship can be a bit nerve-wracking. You know it if you’re a part of this scenario. Secondly, there is nothing better than a good full-body massage, even if you two got your zen and have nothing to worry about. Google a SPA center near your SO’s home (don’t forget to read reviews) and pay for their appointment. Happiness guaranteed!
Sport Equipment
If your loved one is into sports or you two are struggling with maintaining your workout routine, get them a nice yoga mat, a set of weights, or a fitness bracelet for their runs. A pair of high-quality running shoes might be a good idea as well. It’s easier to build a habit when you’re not doing it alone, so plan to have a workout together, connect your fitness bracelets, send pics, or whatever else motivates you two better. Who knows, maybe one day you’ll run a marathon together?
Gaming Console
If they’re more into cybersports than the ones that require actually getting down from the table, a new console will make a perfect gift for any occasion. If the brand-new Playstation or Nintendo Switch is out of your budget, a Steam gift card could make it as well, especially if you know that they want to play a specific game. Send it with a note saying that you hope to go on a date with them in Animal Crossing to make it even sweeter!
Remember that showing signs of attention and affection is the best way to keep your long-distance relationship mutually pleasant. And while sometimes a short text or a call can make a difference, it never hurts to spend a bit more, as it can be one of your most successful investments.
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