By Katie McDonald
If you’ve been married for 50 years or are on your 50th first date, it’s easy to feel stuck in a rut when it comes to dates. Lucky for you, Guam is filled with romantic places and activities that’ll help you make your special someone feel loved and appreciated. Whether you’re extroverted and looking for an adrenaline rush or craving a quiet night out together, there are endless possibilities.
Dinner And…
A dinner date is a classic for a reason, but there’s plenty of ways to make it unforgettable and unique. Attending a dinner show lets you enjoy a buffet spread while watching traditional Micronesian and Polynesian dancing. There are also magic shows, theater productions by University of Guam, Breaking Wave Theatre Company, and World Theater Productions, and live music all weekend long at bars and restaurants. Or, to keep things simple, a picnic at the beach with a sunset view is a thoughtful and romantic gesture that is easy to customize with flowers and special treats.
Dinner becomes so much more special when it’s paired with a beautiful view of the ocean.
Connect Through Movement
From line dancing at a bar, hiking a mountain trail, to snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters, there’s so many ways for you to be active together. Getting your scuba certification gives you access to a rare world of adventure and beauty, and the island’s golf courses offer breath-taking views and some friendly competition. Run clubs and group fitness classes can help you to try something new and reach your wellness goals together. Even a walk along the beach or through Tumon gives you an opportunity to chat and connect after a long week.
Asan Beach Park has a loop perfect for a leisurely walk and beach access if you want to cool off afterwards!
Coffee Shop and a Sweet Treat
There’s no better way to start your morning than with a handcrafted beverage and delicious pastry. Guam is home to a variety of coffee shops and bakeries that invite you to slow down, sip, and savor with your special someone. Consider bringing a card game, craft, or book that you can enjoy together for a cozy and quiet activity. If you’re navigating a busy season of life, a surprise of sweet treats with a thoughtful note can really brighten your partner’s day.
Frances Bakehouse’s pastries are an indulgent treat, and you have plenty of sweet and savory items to choose from.
Picture Perfect
Guam is filled with photogenic spots perfect for your Instagram grid, and taking photos together is a great way to document a relationship milestone. From sandy beaches with palm trees to lush jungle backgrounds, there’s plenty of places to snap a selfie or splurge on a professional photoshoot together. While photo albums have gone from physical books to albums on our phones, printing out and framing your favorite photos is a thoughtful and sweet way to honor your love story. If you’re feeling crafty, you may even want to make a scrapbook of your favorite dates together.
Two Lovers’ Point is a picture-perfect spot to capture a romantic moment.
Embrace Art
Whether it’s attending one of the many art exhibitions that talented local artists have contributed to or getting your hands dirty with paint, there’s so many ways to appreciate and create art together. Local studios offer painting classes that are beginner friendly. Imagine painting the location of your first date, proposal, or wedding together as a romantic keepsake. Art exhibit openings offer you the opportunity to meet the artists and to see the world through a new lens.
Creative Indeed hosts painting events where you can let your creativity shine.
There’s so many ways to make your dates special in Guam. From a quiet walk on the beach to an exciting dinner show, there’s no shortage of opportunities to spend quality time with your loved one.
