By Whitney Baker

Sure, sometimes it’s fun to splurge on a fancy date, but other times, it’s nice to do something simple, entertaining and budget-friendly with your guy. Regardless of what you do, he’ll be excited that you took the pressure off of him and planned a cheap outing. Whether you enjoy exploring a new area of town, staying indoors (and avoiding the summer heat!) or being active, there’s a date idea on this list for you:

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By Amanda Martin

Relax this weekend by flying a kite in the beautiful outdoors with your honey.  It’s an inexpensive way to do something laid back while still being romantic.

Kites should be flown in an open, breezy area, making the beach the perfect location.  Find out if there are any kite clubs nearby.  Flying with other people will allow you as a couple to admire these embellishments that are said to have originated in China.  Don’t worry about your beginner abilities or keeping up with the more serious people around you; just have a good time.

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By Rob Toledo

As summer wedding season continues, it’s possible that your own marriage has been on your mind. There are a lot of stressful decisions to make before you say “I do,” but you shouldn’t feel intimidated. There’s no better way to design a unique, stylish wedding than to look to those style-makers. Here are some top tips for using the style of celebrity couples to create your own memorable wedding:

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By Amanda Martin

Get out of your comfort zone this weekend by trying a unique sport with your other half.  Summer is the perfect time to be adventurous.  It’s warm outside and there are a variety of activities that can keep you and your partner learning something new.

For example, you can act like cupid and shoot arrows during an archery lesson.  Or, spend time in the country and fire up some heat at a shooting range.  You can make a game out of either of these activities and whoever wins gets to pick a romantic location for lunch.  Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture these very special moments.

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Have you been dating your guy for a few months, but he still hasn’t changed his Facebook status to “in a relationship”? Or, does the new man your dating text you saying he misses you and then you don’t hear from him for days? These are common scenarios in our new technology-driven dating world. If you are challenged with how to navigate all of this, don’t despair.

On Thursday, August 2nd, CupidsPulse.com will be launching a new advice column focused on this very issue. From texting to emailing to Twitter and Facebook, each month we will highlight a social media scenario and engage three experts (all from different areas of the country and different stages of life) to provide their perspective on how best to handle the situation.

Our advice column experts will include Paige Wyatt, the reality star of Discovery Channel’s ‘American Gun’s’; Tristan Coopersmith, a “love stylist” working on her degree to become a psychotherapist; and Suzanne Oshima, a matchmaker and dating coach. Dating in the digital world is difficult – let us make it a bit easier for you!

If you have any questions you would like answered by our experts, please send them to cupid@cupidspulse.com.

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By Jane Greer, Ph.D. for GalTime

Why has it been so surprising to us that Katie Holmes filed for divorce last week in an effort to end her marriage to Tom Cruise when so many of us had a hard time taking their union seriously in the first place?

Maybe it’s because despite the public’s initial cynicism, people eventually embraced the couple as an example of a true Hollywood love story.

According to the papers, Tom was as blindsided as we were by the news, but, unlike the couple’s fans who watched from a distance, he was close to the action. How is it possible that he was chugging along, seemingly happy, when she was evidently so unhappy that she secretly planned her exit?

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By Amanda Martin

Enjoy the sun this weekend by hitting the beach with your babe.  The clear blue sky is the perfect backdrop for you and your honey as you listen to the sound of the waves crashing and feel the soft sand beneath your feet.

This is supposed to be a relaxing day, so don’t put too much pressure on planning it perfectly.  Simply pack a picnic lunch to bring along, and make sure it includes a lot of water so you don’t get dehydrated.  Put together a fresh fruit salad with cantaloupe, honeydew and the sweetest assortment of berries for you and your significant other.

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By Ché Blackwood

Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to dating. Usually these differences are insignificant, like preferring blue eyes or waiting until the third date for the first kiss. However, other differences matter a lot more, like those who love the single life versus those who prefer to stay coupled up. While few will say no to being treated to an expensive dinner date, not everyone wants to commit afterward. You can tell these “commit-a-phobes” the advantages of dating over and over, but they’ll be filled with reasons why they’re better off on their own. While there’s nothing wrong with staying single, there’s also nothing wrong with taking on a partner. We gathered the most common arguments for staying single, and explained the reasons why they’re wrong:

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By Jennifer Harrington

Summer is the season of many things, including warmer temperatures, weekend getaways, sundresses and weddings. As wedding bells are ringing, it’s no secret that the arrival of an invitation in the mail can bring angst to a single lady. No matter how you feel, remember that weddings are a reason for everyone to celebrate, even single folks. Keep these tips in mind in order to navigate and embrace wedding season, even if you’re “without guest”:

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By Amanda Martin

Make this weekend all about you and your honey by spending time together in the great outdoors.  Take Friday to travel to a romantic location that’s off the beaten path — and yes, that may mean no cell phone service, which will really make it all about the two of you.  Use the commute as a way to discuss the activities you want to do once you’re there, and don’t forget to compromise if necessary.

On the night you arrive, set up the tent and use your natural resources, such as wood and branches, to start a campfire.  Cuddle under a blanket while roasting marshmallows and telling spooky stories.

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By DeAnna Lorraine

Summer is here, which means wedding season is already well underway. That’s good news for those walking down the aisle, but how about for those who are still single? Sure, some might use weddings as a hot singles spot to meet someone new, but others just feel depressed. There’s a reason that therapy bills increase every summer. Though major movies like Wedding Crashers always cast single women as being desperate and emotionally vulnerable, it seems that men are more and more likely to be bitten by the love bug first at a wedding. In fact, they’re also just as likely as women to be emotionally vulnerable. Here are some other things you might not have realized about single guys at weddings:

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By Amanda Martin

Stay in this weekend and test your skills in the kitchen with your significant other.  Prepare the whole meal from scratch and don’t forget to set a romantic mood with candles.

Start with something simple for an appetizer.  Put together a mixed green salad with fresh vegetables such as grilled eggplant, tomatoes, cucumbers and a balsamic vinaigrette dressing.  You’ll be eating healthy as a couple, so neither of you will feel too guilty about dessert.

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By Sarah Ribeiro

Picture this: you’re on a date and your potential partner walks in 30 minutes late. Plus, they’re a sloppy, sweaty mess. As soon as you sit down, they make sure you’re paying for your own meal and begin to check out the server, setting off all the red flags that romance isn’t going to blossom. It’s enough to make you dread the rest of the night if you haven’t already bolted out of the restaurant. However difficult it might seem, there are better ways to handle situations like this. Check out these tips to leave that date from hell–with class:

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By Dr. Tranquility — Lydia Belton, PhD, Ct. H.A.

Once you’re in a relationship, it can be hard to tell if you and your partner are on the same page as far as your wants and needs for the future. You may question the strength of his feelings toward you, even if he’s quick to say, “I love you.” It’s one thing to take a first date and move it into a relationship, but how do you know when your partner is ready to move even further forward?

As a woman, you most likely want more time and more involvement from your mate. You’re ready for a commitment, whether that means moving in together or perhaps marriage. Regardless, the bottom line is that your relationship now comes with a view to the future as opposed to plodding along day-by-day. It’s time to connect in a way that you can’t put into words, so here are three ways to know he really is “all that into you”:

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On Monday night’s Bachelorette, suitor Ryan had a few words to say that Emily Maynard was not too pleased about. On their one-on-one date, he called Maynard a “trophy wife,” to which she aptly responded, “Trophies don’t talk back,” according to People. Soon after, Ryan was sent home – not without protest, of course.

What are some warning signs that your partner views you as a prize?

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By Vanessa Roberts

Honeymoon planning might be the least stressful and most fun part of planning your wedding, but there’s still a lot to consider. While celebrities such as Carrie Underwood, Molly Sims, Fergie and Tiger Woods choose luxurious  locations like Maui, Tahiti, the Bahamas or the open seas aboard a $57 million yacht, we regular folks don’t have to sacrifice our savings to have an unforgettable honeymoon. You just have to know where to go.

There are some honeymoon destinations that are not only insanely beautiful, but that also won’t drain your bank account. Of all the places I’ve traveled, here are my three favorites:

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Justin Bieber makes his mark as the king of romance once again when it comes to his pop star girlfriend Selena Gomez. The 18-year-old treated his lady to a lovely helicopter ride in Toronto on Saturday while the two were in town to perform at Sunday night’s MuchMusic Awards. According to People, a source from Toronto says their five-star date in the air was “a relaxing and romantic break from work” and the two “were very excited.” The couple’s helicopter ride adds to a long list of unique dates Bieber has planned for Gomez since the teen stars started dating publicly last January. With that said, the next date the Biebs will plan is sure to be a step up from the rest.

How do you show your mate you care with a grand gesture?

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By Nisha Ramirez

You’re sure to have a lot of troubling questions before any first date. What should you wear? What will you say? Will you make a good first impression? However, when you’re set up on a date with someone you’ve never met before, new questions about your mysterious potential partner are added to the mix. What will they look like? What will their personality be like? As a result, blind dates can be both the most exciting and the most nerve-wracking romantic experiences of all. Take a deep breath, count back from ten and read our tips on how to stay calm before a blind date:

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By Amanda Martin

If you live in the U.S., you and your honey can get a taste of foreign culture without traveling overseas this weekend.  Traveling abroad is expensive and impractical for a short trip, but there are many places in the states dedicated to celebrating an array of various cultures.

Take a trip to Frankenmuth, Michigan for the Bavarian Festival, voted one of the top 5 festivals in the area. Running through the summer months, you’ll have a blast while immersing yourself in German heritage.  Enjoy games and rides with your other half, dance to live Bavarian music, indulge in ethnic food and try ice-cold, imported German beers.  The two of you will be getting a taste of Germany without having to spring for a pair of expensive tickets across the Atlantic.

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Chart-topping pop singer Katy Perry’s relationship may be back on with fellow musician Robert Ackroyd after their break-up less than a month ago. The 27-year old Perry gave the Florence and the Machine guitarist V.I.P. treatment during the Capital FM Summertime Ball in London on Saturday. A source tells UsMagazine.com, “Katy made a real fuss over him and made sure he was well looked after.” The two were also spotted together earlier in the week meeting up after the pop star’s taping on the Graham Norton Show. Perry and Ackroyd first went public with their relationship back in March, just months after ex-hubby Russell Brand filed for divorce.

What are some things to consider about getting back with an ex?

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Bachelorette Emily Maynard is having some trouble finding her true love. On Monday’s episode, set in London, suitor Kalon McMahon brought out a side of Maynard none of the contestants wanted to see after calling her daughter Ricki “baggage,” according to People. A hurt Emily exploded on Kalon, feeding him his own line, “I’d love to hear you talk, but not until I’m done,” before immediately sending him packing. She also criticized her other dates for not sticking up for her in her absence.

What do you do if the person you’re dating doesn’t accept your child?

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By Bernadette McCadden

Three years ago, Jessica Massa’s best friend and now business partner, Rebecca Wiegand, was complaining about her love life – or lack thereof. As Wiegand was telling Massa about her dating dilemma, she was subconsciously resurrecting the different (platonic) men she had in her life. It was that very evening that Massa realized that her best friend actually had a gaggle of men around her and like most women, these men made up her list of non-dating romantic prospects. It was then that “The Gaggle” was born.

In Massa’s new book, The Gaggle: How the Guys You Know Will Help You Find the Love You Want, Massa discusses what she calls the post-dating world. This is the place she says that the rules of traditional dating no longer apply. The gaggle of men in a woman’s life can range from “the career booster” to “the boyfriend prospect,” and this gaggle of guys can help you on your path to find love. ‘The Gaggle’ encourages women to stop worrying if every guy they meet is “the one” and, instead, to start wondering if he is a potential gaggle member.

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By Ché Blackwood

Fathers have the ability to influence all aspects of their daughters’ lives, including areas most wouldn’t even imagine. According to numerous psychological studies, a father’s temperament, sense of humor and even facial features are stored in his daughter’s memory bank, becoming favorable traits in her search for a partner. While some of this happens automatically, most dads aren’t exactly passive when it comes to doling out their wisdom, especially when it comes to dating. In honor of Father’s Day, we’ve compiled the five best pieces of relationship advice ever given by dear ol’ Dad:

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