{"id":3442,"date":"2016-03-21T01:21:51","date_gmt":"2016-03-21T05:21:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/?p=3442"},"modified":"2021-09-30T11:07:11","modified_gmt":"2021-09-30T15:07:11","slug":"dont-let-expensive-dates-get-you-into-debt","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/dont-let-expensive-dates-get-you-into-debt\/","title":{"rendered":"Don\u2019t Let Expensive Dates Get You Into Debt"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-03-22-at-1.10.56-AM.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-3443 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-03-22-at-1.10.56-AM-300x189.png\" alt=\"Don\u2019t Let Expensive Dates Get You Into Debt\" width=\"300\" height=\"189\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s a first date or an anniversary date, going out can be pricey. So instead of worrying about the bill, there are some key things you can do to budget for date night. That\u2019s why we have thought of all the things you should look for when getting ready to go out to make sure you don\u2019t blow your budget.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Food<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Going out for dinner is a staple when it comes to dates, and depending on the restaurant it can also cost you. Appetizers, beverages, sides, entrees, and of course desert, all of these things can add up quick. We\u2019ve already created a list of <a href=\"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/best-bang-for-your-buck-restaurants\/\">the best bang for your buck restaurants in Toronto<\/a>, which gives you some great options of where to go for a bite to eat when you\u2019re looking to stay on a budget, but there are other things you can do when going out to eat to not break the bank. Share an appetizer instead of ordering individual ones, look out for what\u2019s included in the meal and what sides count as extras, or share a dessert. There are many restaurant events like this such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.toronto.ca\/business-economy\/partnerships-sponsorships-donations\/sponsor\/major-festivals-events\/summerlicious-winterlicious\/\">Summerlicious\/Winterlicious<\/a> in Toronto and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dineoutvancouver.com\/\">Dine Out<\/a> in Vancouver, where local restaurants offer exclusive dining menus for a price fixed amount that also include all three courses, appetizer, entr\u00e9e and dessert, all for a set price amount. Events like this are a great time to go for dinner while saving some cash.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-03-21-at-10.54.39-PM.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3447 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-03-21-at-10.54.39-PM-300x198.png\" alt=\"Fine Dining\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Photograph via Pixabay<\/p>\n<p>Local Events<\/p>\n<p>No matter where you live, there are always events you can attend. Heading to the movies, comedy shows, or concerts, if you time these events right, you can save a few bucks all while getting the same experience. Most movie theaters have \u201ccheap movie\u201d nights where your movie ticket is a discounted price on a certain day of the week; the same goes for comedy shows like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.absolutecomedy.ca\/\">Absolute Comedy<\/a> in cities like Kingston, Ottawa, and Toronto. For the most up to date list of local events, make sure to check out local blogs such as <a href=\"http:\/\/www.vancitybuzz.com\/\" class=\"broken_link\">Vancity Buzz<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.blogto.com\/\">BlogTO<\/a> as they will have a calendar of events with a variety of things to do so you can budget accordingly.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3445 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-03-22-at-12.53.23-AM-300x223.png\" alt=\"Local Events  - Cinema\" width=\"300\" height=\"223\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Photograph via <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/List_of_cinema_and_movie_theater_chains\">Wikipedia<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Attractions<\/p>\n<p>Museums, aquariums, national parks, landmarks, and natural wonders, no matter where you are in Canada, there are countless attractions that are great for any kind of date. From the beauty of historical Quebec City\u00a0to Niagara Falls, there are many things you can do as a great date that doesn\u2019t have to break the bank. With doing a little bit of research, there are free options in every city for you to explore as great date options. Make sure to check out your local tourism websites local blogs such as <a href=\"http:\/\/www.vancitybuzz.com\/\" class=\"broken_link\">Vancity Buzz<\/a> or <a href=\"http:\/\/www.blogto.com\/\">BlogTO<\/a> for the latest on events and attractions. We\u2019ve also written about <a href=\"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/free-winter-activities-toronto-edition\/\">free winter activities in Toronto<\/a>, where you can get some great tips of things to do and look out for all year round. Whether it\u2019s going for a walk in Stanley Park or checking out the view in Lake Louise, it doesn\u2019t have to cost you to have great date.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-3446 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-03-22-at-12.13.32-AM-300x200.png\" alt=\"Attractions - Park\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Photograph via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/cityoftoronto\/17103378200\">Flickr<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The greatest dates don\u2019t have to be the most expensive. There are many ways to save money while enjoying yourself. Remember the staying at home for dinner and a Netflix is always an option; along with,\u00a0make sure to check out <a href=\"https:\/\/goday.ca\/blog\/the-best-online-deal-websites\/\">online deal sites<\/a> as well for any local deals for restaurants or shows.<\/p>\n<p>What are your favourite date ideas? 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