What An Expert
Advice on Summer Dating?
In
a recent Bumble survey, more than one-third of participants in the United
States said they were more willing to consider dating someone from a different
city. Recently, Shan Boodram, a Sex & Relationships Expert at Bumble, took
part in a national satellite media tour to share her best recommendations on
how to improve your dating profile and find dates this summer.
With
holidays and weddings in full swing, travel is anticipated to be at an all-time
high, making now the ideal time for a summer romance in a new city or nation.
You can use dating apps like Bumble, a women-only social networking and dating
platform, to locate new people you might be interested in or, at the absolute
least, to make some new acquaintances.
According
to Shan Boodram, Bumble's Sex and Relationships Expert, "We're happy to
see all of the connections that will be established this summer, both overseas
and at home, especially as we're seeing a natural progression and eagerness for
people to meet in person again." Although dating while travelling can just
be a fun summer fling, more than one-third of U.S. respondents to a recent
survey said they were more willing to explore a relationship with someone who
resides in a different city, so we urge you to go out there no matter where you
are!
Just
in time for a summer of fun—and perhaps even love—here is some advice on dating
while travelling.
1. Prepare in advance to save time:
If you want to get the
most out of your dating experience, use dating app features that could give you
a sneak preview of who you might connect with - before your trip. In Bumble's
trip mode, for instance, you can switch to a different location in advance and
look for local connections.
2. Be open-minded:
Apply the same mentality while meeting new
people while travelling, just as you might be more willing to try something new
when you're on vacation. Don't write off someone you meet just because they
aren't your type. Try to adopt an adventurous mindset and be open to encountering
new people.
3. Update your bio:
Updating your dating app bio can be a
useful strategy to attract the people and experiences you're looking for each
time you visit a new city or region. This can include the languages you are
fluent in, the length of your stay, and even a query about the top local
hangout in the area. It's simple to initiate a conversation by concluding with
a query or a point on your trip schedule. Keep in mind that you can adjust your
radius to see folks who are between one and fifty miles away from you as well!
4. Do a video call before meeting:
Many websites that match
people up for dates offer safe and secure methods of communication. As a
result, singles worldwide are coming up with inventive ways to get to know one
another better before going out. Bumble offers in-app audio and video calling
so that you may communicate with your date without giving up any private
information like your phone number or email address. This can also be used to
determine whether your new match is someone you want to hang out with while on
vacation.
5. Schedule a date as soon as you can:
You don't always have
the luxury of having the time to gradually forge a connection when you're
travelling. Don't be afraid to offer the first date or politely follow up on a
chat once you've connected with someone you're interested in and feel secure
and at ease meeting them in person. Don't be reluctant to include this person
in your current plans either! You'd be shocked at how many people haven't been
tourists in their own town, but people love to enjoy their own city.
6.Take initiative when deciding where to go:
A simple but effective approach to feel
safe when dating overseas is to be in control of the location of your dates.
Choose a location for your first date that is open to the public and offers a
daytime meeting time. If you are travelling with friends, ask them to join the
trip and invite their friends as well.
Give
a trusted contact, such as your rental home host, the hotel concierge, or a
friend, a heads-up before heading out and meeting someone new. Set a time to
text or check in with them periodically. It's vital to trust your instincts and
put yourself first, so if you feel uncomfortable at any moment throughout the
date and decide it's not for you, prepare a natural exit strategy for yourself.
Always feel as though you can ask a bartender or server for assistance if
necessary, and make sure you are also aware of the local emergency phone
numbers.