Have you ever considered visiting a Virginia State Park for a few days to reignite the flame, you know, that one that might be flickering?

While we're full of adventurous fun for family outings, we can also be a romantic destination for just the two of you.

Escape to the great outdoors (photo courtesy of Hartman Outdoor Photography)

Whoever said "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy," knew what they were saying. 

Fortunately for us, we have the great outdoors in Virginia from the Atlantic Ocean to the Cumberland Gap, with hundreds of cabins and thousands of campsites to help reignite that spark. 

1. | UNFOCUS

Absorb nature therapy with the one you love at a Virginia State Park 

Getting out of dodge and having some down time is paramount to a healthy relationship. To enjoy the warm sunlight on your eyelids, listen to the background sounds that nature provides, and feel a cool mountain breeze is good therapy. We have to leave the distractions behind, so we can actually refocus on loving the one you're with.

But don't let your guard down too much, keep those boundaries in place, when you are away and get a text just to talk about little Suzy sticking cereal loops in her ears. Well turn that off, you're here to spend time together.

Someone will always be sticking cereal loops in their ears. Facebook will always ping you will updates. Turn the volume down or off to minimize the distractions.

2. | TRY A NEW ACTIVITY

Go for a hike or try something new like Stand-up paddle boarding

Go on a hike together to get the adrenaline and blood pumping. Scope out a trail, then make it a goal to reach a vista or overlook for a photo together.  

Have you learned to SUP? Try it you might like it. Rent a Stand-up paddle board for an hour or so and get out on the water, together. Spend some time goofing off, Kurt Vonnegut used the quaint old term ‘skylarking.' Learn to skylark.

3. | SHARE

Pack a romantic picnic and enjoy a walk through the woods or to the water's edge

A cup...around the fire. Gaze into each other's eyes across the dancing flames of the fire, or sit close and hold hands. Show him or her that she is attractive. Remember in the beginning, in those courting days when you had butterflies in your stomach just thinking about him/her, and every minute apart was agony? Rekindle that. 

Or make it a date, pack a picnic and find a beautiful place under the trees or near a lake to relax.

4. | NEW DIGS

And while you're at it, sleep in

Set the coffee pot the night before, remember minimalize the distractions

Whether you're staying overnight in a tent, RV, teardrop trailer, yurt or a cabin go to the extra effort to bring along new night apparel. Why not leave the worn-out or mismatched pajamas at home. Sure they're the most comfy, but think about your partner. Surpise him/her.

And while you're at it, sleep in. Sure coffee in bed and all of that is nice, but so is relaxing. Set the coffee the night before to enjoy that first cup together at a Virginia State Park.

5. | DO SOMETHING

Yes, cooking can be very attractive (especially if I don't have to do the dishes afterward)

Research shows that a woman finds a man most appealing when he is doing dishes, cooking or vacuuming. In my opinion, this also applies to cooking bacon and eggs on a Coleman cook stove or first thing in the cabin kitchen.

I guess it all boils down to someone doing something nice for you (that would otherwise be a chore), and that shows that they care.

BONUS

Last minute cabin discounts are a great way to save 25% and enjoy a night under the stars

Spur of the moment getaways can fan the flame of romance. Every Thursday and Friday there's an opportunity to rent any available cabin for that weekend and save 25%.

Just pack a weekend bag for the two of you and experience a romantic escape to a Virginia State Park. It's fun too, just call the reservation center and inquire, then rent a random cabin, maybe take a chance and stay at a park you've never been to. Learn more about cabins here, and campgrounds and yurts here.

You can reserve anytime online here, or call 800-933-7275 during regular business hours. Click here to see a map of all parks.

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