Looking to rev up the romance on date nights? Try thinking outside the old dinner and movies routine and bring your moves to the porch or patio for a memorable date night in the hot tub!
Set the mood
Create a romantic atmosphere with dim lighting. Your hot tub’s backlit LED MoonGlo Waterfall will illuminate your soak in a color pattern that you select. Enhance this glow with outdoor lighting around your spa. The flicker of candlelight is a classic for setting a romantic mood. Other great options for low lighting are lanterns, string or fairy lights, and torches.
Turn up the tunes
Plug into the outdoor speakers, or bring a portable speaker to the patio with you. Truly, music is magic for creating a peaceful, intimate setting to enjoy relaxation and romance. Test that your volume is at a comfortable level when the jets are turned on, and then put on your favorite romantic playlist. Most music streaming apps and websites have their own romantic playlists and stations, so it’ll be easy to find one that pleases your partner.
Set the Right Temperature
Setting your hot tub temperature a couple degrees lower than your regular preference lets you enjoy the water longer. You’ll stay comfortable in the water that will still feel invitingly hot against the chilly night air. Don’t let overheating cut date night short! Staying hydrated and taking occasional breaks from soaking will let you enjoy your spa date night much longer.
Keep it cozy
Make the whole experience — not just the soak itself — inviting! Having soft towels, cozy robes and warm slippers on hand will let you enjoy the steps to and from your spa. There’s nothing like wrapping up after a soak with your loved one, especially in the cold fall and winter months.
Try Aromatherapy
Your local pool supply store will have aromatherapy options designed specifically for hot tubs. Aromatherapy additives that are made for spas let you safely enjoy a soothing scent without harming your spa’s parts or water chemistry. Amyris, clary sage, jasmine, neroli, patchouli, rose, rosewood, sandalwood, vetiver, and ylang ylang are all soothing, romantic scents that can enhance your soak. If you’d prefer to not add scent directly to the spa water, scented candles around the hot tub area will help set the mood while giving off romantic, soft candlelight.
Serve Light food and drinks
Light snacks like fruit or a cheese platter will keep you satisfied without weighing you down. Finger foods like fruit kebabs, a simple cheese or veggie platter with dips are easy for you to snack on together and won’t leave you feeling overfilled while you soak. Flavored sparkling water is a refreshing way to stay hydrated.
Enjoy the Night Sky
Fall and winter are the best times of the year for stargazing because low humidity and clear night skies bring out the best of the constellations. In the warmth of your hot tub under a vast night sky, you and your partner can cuddle up and take in the stars. There are very simple guides to the night sky, like this one from One Minute Astronomer. There are also some fun apps for your phone that help you locate constellations around you (we recommend only using those if you have a waterproof case on your phone!). This relaxing activity with your partner is a great way to enjoy the outdoors even on cold nights, since you’ll be comfortable together in the warmth of your spa.
These tips can help you plan your romantic hot tub date night, but you and your partner will add your own touches to make it special. At the end of the day, it’s all about finding enjoyment in each other’s company while relaxing in your spa, so the details are up to you!