This is according to research published by Vauxhall that reveals watching sunsets is Britons’ number one romantic pastime.
Over half of us (53%) think watching the sun go down is most likely to get us ‘in the mood’. Second on the love list is a candlelit dinner (34%), while sharing a bubble bath (8%) completes the top three.
According to this research, sunsets have been voted top of the list because they create a romantic atmosphere (64%), whilst a quarter of Brits (24%) said they feel sharing the experience brings them closer together with their partner. But, with daily hours of sunshine on the wane, Vauxhall is encouraging Brits to get behind the wheel and make the most of the remaining summer sunsets.
Despite our sunny outlook on love, the research reveals that the average Brit has only seen two sunsets in the UK in the past year. What’s more, nearly half of us (42%) haven’t enjoyed a sunset in the last 12 months.
Body-language and behavioural expert Judi James says:
“There are two key reasons why we find sunsets so romantic – the first of which relates to our senses. The range of stunning colours displayed can create a feeling of calm and happiness that is shared with anyone we’re with, often resulting in a minor form of what’s called an ‘ecstatic state’.
Secondly, there’s nothing that makes us more inclined towards love and romance than being gently reminded of our own mortality. Sunsets herald the end of the day and show us a moment of context, reminding us of our role in the universe rather than the minor issues of our daily lives.”
To prevent the sun going down on Britons relationships, Vauxhall has teamed up with sunset expert and travel guru, Paul Gogarty, to pinpoint the best places to watch the sun set in the UK before summer ends.-GM Europe
