Online First Date Ideas

What to do on the first date from online? An Austin app lets users do volunteer work together on a first date

“Most people who are on Tinder, they just want to meet and go do their thing,” Elias said. “This is like, you’re meeting someone who’s willing to give their time, donate their time. You figure that’s a plus.

Swoovy users set up their accounts like any other dating app, marking their preferred gender, age, height, age and more. Then they can connect with others by liking any of three potential matches each day. Users also can find connections by marking that they’re interested in a volunteer event.

“The idea has been in the works for a year and a half,” Waupsh said. “I’m surrounded daily by single friends and single family members, all hearing and discussing the online dating world today. How do you meet better people?

Central Texas Food Bank does not yet have a way to track how many volunteers are Swoovy daters. Other volunteer opportunities on the app include gardening with Urban Roots, walking dogs for Hound Rescue Central Texas and hosting a studio session for the homeless through Art from the Streets.” Read more

Here are more ideas for the fist date

When thinking of ideas for a a first date I like to try new things. Rather than cater to what either one of us enjoys I try to find something completely new. This is my way of starting off the relationship with a bang and some excitement. Dinner and a movie has been done to death and so have trips to bars and clubs. Give a few of these ideas a shot and you will be pleasantly surprised.

Skydiving
I haven’t tried this out for a first date idea yet but it seems like it would really be great (provided neither of you are afraid of heights). It’s exhilarating and standing together at the door of a plane about to jump out at several thousand feet has a romantic appeal that not many other things can match. Call your local municipal airport to see if they have any skydiving instructors.

Hookah Cafes
If you’re not one of the enlightened who enjoys middle eastern food and hookah then you should definitely give it a try. It might not be a good option for the health conscious but for the rest of us it makes an excellent first date. Hookah cafes are usually bustling places with a laid back and cozy atmosphere and is a great place to smoke a hookah, enjoy some coffee and have a nice conversation. This works especially well for college students as there are usually many cafes nearby.

Art Conventions/Galleries
One of my favorite places to have a first date is at the monthly art walk they have here through the downtown area. Artists and vendors get together and line the streets. Musicians play their music for you as you walk around and take in the artwork. It works wonders for anyone who can appreciate art.

Live Comedy
Another astounding option for first dates are local comedy clubs. There are a handful of really excellent ones in my area featuring both professional and amateur local comedy acts. This is a great way to break the ice; with some laughs.

Wine Tasting/Tours
If you live somewhere close to vineyards taking a tour or going to a wine tasting make excellent first dates (as long as you’re 21+). A few good wines and good conversation tucked away on a vineyard seems peaceful to me and has worked wonders for me in the past.

Scuba Diving
If you are fortunate enough to live near the beach snorkeling or scuba diving make great date activities. Follow a romp in the ocean with a nice seaside dinner and you have the makings of romance.

Poetry Readings/Book Signings
Poetry readings make great first dates and if you’re the adventurous type you can even whip up a peace to read your date at the reading. Talk about a way to score some points! Book signings are also great even if you’re not really into books. You can enjoy coffee and conversation with your date and often enjoy a dramatic reading from the author.

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