Long-distance Valentine's Day Ideas

You might be miles apart, but that doesn’t mean you can’t make the most of Valentine’s Day this year. And, to help you make it unforgettable, our team of in-house gifting experts has put together a guide with their top tips and tricks. Discover meaningful present ideas, how to pick the perfect card and ways to make it extra memorable. You can thank us later.

Long-distance Valentine's Day ideas

You can show love and appreciation for your partner in countless ways, even when it feels like you’re a million miles away. Here are three of our favourite ideas for Valentine’s Day…

1. Host a virtual date

To keep the spark alive in your long-distance relationship, try a virtual activity. There are so many things you can do, including watching a film over a video call, chatting while you cook dinner, making a new cocktail recipe or playing an online video game. You could even try an escape room if you want to shake things up.

2. Plan a trip

It’s so important to make sure that you always have things to look forward to as a couple, especially when you can’t see each other all the time. Booking a holiday or making a bucket list of all the things you want to do together is a great way to get excited about the future. Start by picking a location, then list out all of the things you’d love to do there whether it’s visiting a fancy restaurant or taking in all the attractions.

3. Wear matching accessories

Wearing matching clothes is a great way to keep you feeling connected. You could wear couple’s pyjamas, jewellery with each other’s initials on, or if you’re feeling creative, socks with their face on. These would also make a great gift for them to open on the day, too.

Long-distance Valentine's Day gifts

Just because you’re not with them on the 14th doesn’t mean you can’t get them a special gift. Whatever your budget, we’ve got tons of meaningful ideas to send to your faraway Valentine. The really great bit? They’re all made or sourced by the best UK small brands, so you know you’re getting something that’s hard to find anywhere else.

When it comes to Valentine’s Day gifts for him, we’ve got loads of ways to show just how much you care. Plan ahead and treat him to one of our epic experiences for couples, from delicious afternoon cheese for two to a romantic night of stargazing. You could get him a personalised luggage tag for when he’s travelling to see you or a photo keyring so he can always keep you close when he’s out and about. How about creating a bespoke bracelet for him with a secret message? The possibilities are endless.

If you’re looking for extra special Valentine’s Day gifts for her, you’re in luck. We’ve got thoughtful present ideas to help make the distance feel shorter, from a necklace with both your birthstones on it to a photo print of your fave memory together. You could also personalise some tokens with all the reasons why you love her so she can be reminded when you aren’t there to tell her in person. Sweet.

Worried about getting it to them? Letterbox gifts are really convenient as they don’t need to be at home to receive them. Plus, they can be a lovely surprise to return to after a long day of work. And, these days there are thousands of options available, from beautiful bouquets to hand-iced biscuits and even letterbox cocktails, too. The only tricky part is choosing.

Long-distance Valentine's cards

Our marketplace is packed with Valentine’s Day cards to help make you feel closer and show just how much you’re thinking about them. They’re all designed or sourced by our amazing small brands, so you’re bound to find something that feels personal and unique to them.

Get ready to be inspired by our wide range of Valentine’s Day cards for him. When picking a card, it’s best to go for something unique to him. This could be his favourite hobby, a TV show he’s always watching or an in-joke. You’ll also find tons of sport-inspired creations, from golf puns to football references. There are funny Valentine’s Day cards for the guy who’s always joking around or if he prefers something on the sweeter side, you’ll find cheesy cards sure to make him feel all warm and fuzzy.

Searching for Valentine’s Day cards for her, instead? Look no further. Our personalised Valentine’s Day cards are the perfect choice if she's a hopeless romantic. By adding the date you met, a special message or an in-joke, you can turn a simple card into something she’ll want to hold onto for years and years. After all, those little details make all the difference – and sometimes the card can be even more special than the gift.