7 sure guides to getting really intimate this season

If all year long you have been trying to meet responsibilities at the expense of your relationship, the holidays might be your saving grace.

Understandably, the pressure and stress of staying afloat and meeting work targets might have affected the way you and your partner relate, the passion might be on a downward spiral and the spark going dim.

That's why Christmas and the holiday season have come as a blessing to you.

Issues that could not be addressed due to your busy schedule can be thoroughly trashed out, and there will be enough time to bring reignite the magic in your relationship.

Even if your relationship is going on smoothly, you could make it even better this season.

Below are seven useful tips on how to use the holidays to the advantage of your relationship.

1. Less time on the Internet

More attention on your partner than on that phone or laptop.

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2. More time in bed

Hey... it's not time to sleep we're talking about here..

There is no alarm clock to hit you up the next morning, and there are no quick errands to run before 8am, so put the extra time to good use.

3. Take a walk hand in hand

Just an evening stroll. Hold each other's hands, and walk round. You could do this at night if you and your partner are shy people. The bottom line is to do it. Take a walk either in companionable silence or sharing thoughts, dreams and plans for the new year together.

4. How about that vacation?

Y0ou could go abroad or stay within the country, depending on what your account balance permits.

Go with a mindset of enjoying each other's company to the fullest and leave all worries at home.

For the married, this means NO KIDS ALLOWED!

5. Play games

You could get yourself a board game and get down to it together with your partner.

You know, the type you play where the loser's clothes come off one at a time after each loss.

Naughtiness is allowed, right?

6. Send flirty texts to each other

Prioritise this, whether or not you are married. Your partner will appreciate it, and you can easily set the mood for the intimacy that is to come.

7. Show appreciation

Use this end-of-the-year season to appreciate your partner for all the good moments you have shared with them this year.