Let's face it. Much as we want to take our significant others out on fancy dates all the time, it simply is not possible given today's high cost of living and rising prices. Gone are the days when wining and dining were commonplace among the urban lot.

Given the present financial circumstances, the emphasis on dates anchors mostly on quality and not on quantity. Whether you like it or not, you will have to be creative with your dating options so you don't have to break the bank.

Here are some unique ideas for fun dates without causing a strain on your wallet:

1. Sunday Sundaes

The trick to enjoying a date lies mostly on the conversation that springs from it and not on what is being utilized. But, hey, if you have some money to spare, why not schedule a mini-trip to the local ice cream shop and order a banana split sundae you can share.

Not only is this a cheap alternative, it will also place less pressure on your dieting activities. In addition, you will also get the thrill of sharing something as intimated as ice cream with your mate. Now that's hitting three birds with one stone!

2. Go to the local museum

If you haven't been to the local museum before or if your memories of the place go back to the time you were in middle school during a class field trip, then perhaps this is the time go re-recognize your roots and get cultured, with your date, of course.

The items at the museum will make good conversation pieces so you're sure not to have a dull moment while you're there. Who knows, you might be able to discover something knew and obtain information only the two of you share. (Granted that your other friends are not fans of museums.)

3. Tour your own town

This may sound boring at first because, well, you probably already know the ins and out of where you live. However, you might be overlooking some things because, well, you might not be looking hard enough and just going through the motions of every day.

Put you and your date to the task of finding the 'odd' in the every street corner. You will be surprised at what you will find. You can drive around town for this activity. But, if you're scrimping on gas money, you can also do this on foot.

Conclusion

In sum, you don't really have to dish out cash to be able to enjoy a date. As you can see from the examples mentioned, there are a number of interesting and kooky ways to serve a plateful of fun and laughs. Go where your creativity takes you. And, remember, savor the moment.