--- title: Quality Time Trumps Lavish Loot This Valentine’s Day description: Aussies are all about the experience, not the expenditure. image: https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/hubfs/pexels-asad-photo-maldives-1024960.jpg --- Quality Time Trumps Lavish Loot This Valentine’s Day ![](https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=132855020457226&ev=PageView&noscript=1) #### Blog - [The Latest](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/) - [Health](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/tag/health/) - [Career](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/tag/career/) - [Style](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/tag/style/) - [Finance](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/tag/finance/) - [Leisure](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/tag/leisure/) - [Relationship](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/tag/relationship/) - [Spotlight](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/tag/spotlight/) #### Information - [Collaborate](https://fithealthywealthy.com.au/collaborate/) - [Contact](https://fithealthywealthy.com.au/contact/) #### Community - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/fithealthywealthy/) - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/fithealthywealthy/) By subscribing, you are agreeing to Fit Healthy Wealthy’s [Privacy Policy](https://fithealthywealthy.com.au/privacy-policy). [**](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/quality-time-trumps-lavish-loot-this-valentines-day#close) ## Get the best of FHW, straight to your inbox. [No Thanks](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/quality-time-trumps-lavish-loot-this-valentines-day#close) By subscribing, you are agreeing to Fit Healthy Wealthy’s [Privacy Policy](https://fithealthywealthy.com.au/privacy-policy). # Quality Time Trumps Lavish Loot This Valentine’s Day - [wealth](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/tag/wealth) - [saving](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/tag/saving) - [moneymgmt](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/tag/moneymgmt) 1 August 2025 **"If you can take care of them, material possessions can last you a long time. But it can't compare to the lasting memories of an experience."** Good news fellas! Gone are the days of splashing cash on lavish Valentine’s Day loot down at Godiva and Gucci. It turns out that it *really* is all about the experience. New research from rideshare service DiDi and YouGov says that when it comes to dating, Aussies are all about the *experience*, not the expenditure. In fact, only 11% of Australians said being wined and dined at an expensive venue is what would impress them on a first date. The data also revealed that 29% would be impressed by being a unique experience on a first date - this was particularly prevalent among younger generations, (36%) of Gen Zs and (34%) of Millennials. “Aussies clearly value experiences when it comes to both services and dates and have realised that these don’t need to cost a fortune,” Said DiDi Australia spokesperson, Dan Jordan. Oh, and when it comes to who should pay the bill, it looks like the sisters are doin’ it for themselves, with just 6% of females saying the most important part of a first date is that their date covers the cost. ## COVID throws a spanner in the works: The research study also found that more than a quarter (28%) of Aussies are trying to save more due to [COVID-19](https://mozo.com.au/family-finances/coronavirus-and-your-finances) and that 10% of those 18-34 year-old savers would rather put their V-Day money towards an engagement instead.  “It’s interesting to see that COVID-19 has had a profound effect on Australians saving and spending habits - leading to many searching for more affordable and thoughtful ways to enjoy themselves,” said Jordan. “This Valentine’s Day, the vast majority care more about the thought behind a gift or experience, compared to how much has been spent - we’re pleased to see that Aussies look set to explore unique and different experiences this year in a safe manner.” Looking to impress your Valentine this Sunday without it costing you an arm and a leg? To give you a little inspiration, check out these [cheap date ideas for Valentine’s Day!](https://mozo.com.au/savings-accounts/articles/free-and-cheap-date-ideas-for-valentine-s-day) Source: [Mozo](https://mozo.com.au/family-finances/quality-time-trumps-lavish-loot-this-valentines-day) Dews, R. (2021, February 11). *Quality time trumps lavish loot this Valentine’s Day*. Mozo - The money saving zone - compare and save. https://mozo.com.au/family-finances/quality-time-trumps-lavish-loot-this-valentines-day ### Share this article: - Facebook - Twitter - Email [## 15 Best Exercises You Can Do In The Park Read More ](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/aus15-best-exercises-you-can-do-in-the-park) [## The Top 6 Things Rich People Do Read More ](https://blog.fithealthywealthy.com.au/aus15-best-exercises-you-can-do-in-the-park)