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Many women want a romantic love story about how they met their partner. What they don’t want? Having to say they met through online dating .
There is something to be said for that, because a few years ago we would have imagined meeting a dream partner very differently. For people who therefore want to move away from online dating and fall back on traditional meeting places, there are still plenty of opportunities to meet a potential new partner.
Although almost every woman prefers to meet a new flame in a physical setting, most of us have no idea where to start looking. And that’s why we’re telling you the ten best places to meet single men.
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Meeting men in real life
Many women nowadays may be more inclined to use dating apps than to go out. But the chance that the spark will fly right away is really greater in a real-life setting than via an app. That is why we secretly advise you to try a different approach. That is to say: go back to real life and give it a try.
Now, we’re not necessarily suggesting that you go back to the nightlife, because there are plenty of other places that are great for meeting guys — even if they’re a little less obvious. How about these ten places?
1. In line (yes, really)
Nobody likes to wait. But if you’re stuck, you might as well make the best of it. Standing in line is the perfect time to casually chat with someone , because besides staring at your phone, there’s not much else to do than just have a good old-fashioned conversation.
If you notice a handsome guy standing in front of or behind you, you can start an informal conversation without any embarrassment. Maybe you will click and have a nice conversation. What you should not do? Complain (too much) about the line. And if you do, do it with a smile. Complaining represents negative energy and that should never be the basis for meeting a new partner.
2. In a coffee bar
Coffee shops are not only the perfect place to enjoy the smell of coffee and all the delicious food on the menu. They are also a great place to meet new people . It has become quite normal to spend time in a coffee shop for a cup of coffee or a tasty snack, or even to work. Having a chat with a complete stranger — given the informal setting — is often very well received.
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3. On public transport
Whether you’re on the subway or on a bus, there’s often an unspoken connection with the people sitting around you. Especially people who travel a lot on public transport will wonder what someone else is doing and where they’re going. It’s also a time to kill some time and strike up a conversation with someone. Not only will it make the journey a lot more pleasant, it might even lead to you meeting the man of your dreams.
4. When walking the dog
If you have a dog or are a dog sitter, use the animal to your advantage to meet people. It is very easy to start conversations with dog walkers because sometimes the dogs are already playing with each other. It almost forces you to start a conversation with someone else. And hey, if you don’t know what to say, you can always talk about each other’s dogs.
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5. At the gym
The gym is actually a great way to find a potential partner. The next time you see a cute guy you’re attracted to at the gym, why not ask him to help you use a piece of equipment you’ve never used before? The benefit of the gym is that you can tell right away if he’s athletic, which is a plus for most women.
6. At a speed dating event
Although you might think that speed dating is extinct, it is still very popular. It is also fun. Register yourself and ideally do it for a friend so that you can go to the event together. Now just hope that you don’t fall in love with the same man.
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7. On the beach
The next time you go to the beach, remember that it is a great place to meet nice guys . Whether you and your girlfriends decide to sunbathe near a group of guys or chat with someone who is taking a walk alone, the beach is a great place to find a potential partner.
8. On a double date
Another effective way to meet someone who is both single and someone you can probably get along with is the double date . If you have a girlfriend who knows someone for you, then there is one big advantage. That is that your girlfriend knows whether or not he is right for you. After all, she is not setting you up with someone who is not right for you at all .
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9. During volunteer work
Volunteering offers a lot of satisfaction and the advantage of that is that you know that the other person also has a good heart. Now there is more than enough volunteer work available in the Netherlands, but there are also foreign projects. It is up to you what suits you best.
10. At a wedding
Weddings are definitely places where love is in the air, we don’t have to explain that to you. Everyone, both singles and couples, feel connected to the couple and that is immediately a place where a lot of joy is shared. People at weddings often tend to gravitate towards each other, especially during dancing.
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