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Celebrate National Lover's Day with your special someone! Give them tokens of love, share romantic moments and create memories to last a lifetime.
It's time to ignite the flame of love and celebrate National Lover's Day on April 23! This special day has been around since the late 1970s, when it was started as a way to honor those in loving relationships. Whether you're single or taken, this is an opportunity for everyone to express their love for one another. So break out your hearts and roses and get ready to show some appreciation!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First National Lover’s Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The day was established in the 1970s to celebrate and honor loving relationships, allowing couples a special day to express their love.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Floral Industry Boom</div><div class='timeline-text'>The floral industry saw a significant boom, as roses and other romantic flowers became popular gifts for National Lover's Day.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Spread of the Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>By the 1990s, National Lover's Day was being celebrated globally with different cultures bringing in unique traditions to the observance.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Advent of Social Media</div><div class='timeline-text'>The advent of social media expanded the celebration virtually, with people sharing love-filled posts on platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inclusion in Retail Calendars</div><div class='timeline-text'>Major retailers started including National Lover's Day in their holiday calendars, promoting products and services catered towards the celebration.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2020</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Virtual Celebrations</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the global pandemic restriction in place, much of the 2020 celebration happened virtually, with lovers finding creative digital ways to express their feelings.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Write a love letter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take the time to write your special someone a letter, telling them all the reasons why you love them. It doesn't have to be long or complicated, but it will be sure to show your loved one how much they mean to you.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go on a romantic getaway</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pack your bags and book a trip away with your partner. Let the stress of everyday life go and just focus on enjoying each other's company in a new place.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan a picnic date</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Nothing is more romantic than a picnic date in the park. Pack some sandwiches, drinks and snacks and take some time to just lay back and enjoy each other's company.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Make dinner together</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Cooking dinner together is a great way to spend quality time together while creating something delicious. Pick out a recipe that you can make together and have fun while making dinner.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a movie night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>If you don't feel like going out, stay in for the night and cuddle up for an at home movie night. Pop some popcorn, grab some blankets and watch your favorite movie with your loved one.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates love</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Lover's Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate and honor the people we love. It's a day to show your appreciation for those who bring sunshine into your life, whether that be a romantic partner, friends, family members or even yourself!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It’s a chance to express your feelings</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Do you feel like you don't tell those close to you how much they mean to you? National Lover's Day is the perfect excuse to make up for lost time - let them know how special they are in your life and how much you appreciate their presence in it!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It encourages joy & happiness</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Spending the day celebrating those we hold dear brings us a sense of joy and deep connection with ourselves and others. During National Lover's Day, take the time to express your appreciation for the important people in your life and share some laughs with them – after all, laughter truly is the best medicine.</p></div></div>
National Lover's Day is celebrated on April 23 every year. In 2024 National Lover's Day will occur on a Tuesday.
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