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10
Tips to Meet Someone While Traveling
by Linda Rains
The
single set among us already know that it's tough enough
to sneak into a restaurant solo without so-called sympathetic
gazes from well-meaning couples. But with spring on the
horizon and summer close behind, we've got a whole new
dilemma: Do we dare spend a week in a strange new land
without a sweetie at our side? Or does being single mean
our warmer months must be spent close to home? You've
got two choices: sit at home and sulk; or toss the attitude,
pack your bags, and get yourself out there.
No
matter where you go, you're likely to see a whole new
view of sights not available in your hometown ("sights"
being open for your interpretation AND intentions). Take
your choice of outdoor adventure, sporting venues, even
casual laid-back park attractions. Wherever you go, just
take the wheel and plot your course for adventure -- and
meet someone new while enjoying the sights and sounds
of that chosen city.
1.
Be a good sport. Gals, if you know guys like I
know guys... then you know they love to gather in groups
for spectator sports. And if traveling to nearly any city,
you're sure to find a major or minor league team with
a local following. Baseball season is fast approaching...
get your ticket, find your group of guys making a spectacle
while spectating, and inquire about the best strategy
to achieve a "homerun."
2.
Follow the instructions. Nearly any cross-country
outing offers the opportunity to learn something (and
someone) new. Colorado: skiing and snowboarding. Florida:
SCUBA diving. Hawaii: surfing. Anywhere: golf and tennis.
You get the drift. Enroll yourself wherever you go for
a look at the local "action." Buddy up with that cute
co-learner, then follow up with a little after-hours studying.
3.
A walk in the park. Take a stroll yourself through
any city's central park area and you're bound to find
boys and girls en masse playing Frisbee, hackey sack,
catch and more. Up and down the sidewalks you'll find
joggers, inline skaters and walkers. Bring along your
own equipment and ask that cute gal for a lesson!
4.
Fly me to the moon. If traveling by air, it all
starts in the airport. Don't believe me? Arrive early
and take a stroll past gates for Colorado destinations,
for instance. You'll find groups of men eager for their
end-of-winter ski trip. Girls too. Travel during the busiest
of times (avoid early mornings and late nights) and find
other solo travelers like yourself eager for friendly
conversation. Linger by east/west coast, pacific northwest,
and even international destinations for best luck.
5.
Fore your pleasure. Somehow, not quite obvious
to me, golf has taken this country by storm -- both as
a participant and spectator sport. Whether you consider
yourself a newbie, novice, or expert, find the area's
most popular driving range and grab yourself a bucket
of balls. Take your best shot and you'll soon notice several
solo "swingers" nearby with plenty of tips or casual conversation.
6.
Batter up! Similarly perplexing, batting cages are
gaining in popularity for both singles and new daters.
So while skimming those yellow pages for the best driving
ranges, make note of nearby batting cages as well. Tackle
both in one day, and if nothing else... you've had a great
workout!
7.
Cruisin' for a two-some. If you're on the lookout
to meet someone new, a Caribbean cruise is as near to
a "sure thing" as you'll ever find. Once onboard, you'll
find nightly dances, parties, dining, gambling, games
-- and plenty of singles. During daytime, enjoy onshore
activities like shopping, snorkeling, sight-seeing and
more. Interested? Contact your local travel agent for
more -- and don't forget to specify an interest in singles
cruises.
8.
Try Contiki. A wild herbal drink that releases
all inhibitions? Nope. A chant with yoga exercises that
inspire the heart and sole? No way. Contiki is the world's
largest travel company for 18 - 35-years-olds offering
guided vacation packages (complete with nightlife activities)
to Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, South Africa, Singapore,
and on and on. Check it out at http://www.contiki.com.
And if you fall outside that age range, try AdventurePlanet
which offers adventure vacations exclusively for singles
-- majority of travelers are in their 30s, 40s and 50s
with the occasional adventurer up to 69. Trips include
hiking tours to national parks, biking adventures, kayaking
in Mexico, Alaskan adventures, Thailand, Nepal, India
and tons more. Check out http://www.adventureplanet.com
9.
Make the most of any city. Citysearch it! Know
before you go with a complete rundown of what's going
on the city you'll be visiting. From street festivals,
to sporting events, even galleries, plays, concerts and
more. Check out citysearch.com for the best social activities
during the time of your visit -- and your best opportunity
to meet someone new! Get the lowdown today at: http://www.citysearch.com
10.
Advance planning pays off. Make a few friends before
heading out with a tour of cities at Match.com. Run a
Full Search in the city of choice and contact someone
who's caught your eye. Mention your travel plans soon
to take place, and indicate you'd like a guide to the
city. Why not do the tourist thing with a cute guy or
gal on your arm! Check it out now: http://www.match.com
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