Top 10 first date ideas

You've met, you've laughed, sparks were flying around and you want to see each other again, so now what?
After texting and sending quirky replies, it is the moment of truth - meet again in person, and there are a couple of things to get covered.
What should you wear? Where to meet? How to play it all smoothly? (like you're not anxious about it) 😀

The best advices are the common ones, and we stand by that thought, but we'll also dig a little deeper into why you should follow our advice and pick one of the following options for your date.
It is encouraged that you put a little twist in these ideas just to be original and put your character behind it.. Also, you might want your date to remember you after all ;) Let us begin..

• Walk in the park

  

  Obvious, simple and non-intrucive choice. This will signal that you are very relaxed, casual and confident, and above all that you want to talk and really get to know the person.
  
  Quick tip: surprise your date with some light snacks, pop-corn or cotton-candy, rather than a bit tacky - flowers and chocolate.

• Have a picnic

  

  You chose a place, a scenic one, with a nice view if possible. Cloth, wine, fruits and some quick snacks and that is all you need for this go-to daddy of all dates.
  A picnic is a cool way to state your hidden gourmet talent just be sure you don't try to over do it.
  
  Pro tip: bring a heavier blanket or small pillows for comfort. If you're drinking wine, some nice plastic wine cups are a cool fancy detail.

• Go to movies

  

  If you are already up and close with your date, there is no place to continue that passion like a movie theatre. Quiet, dark and secluded - in the last rows. Which movie you chose is not the important part, good or bad, hopefully you won't remember it at all.
  
  Pro tip: be sure to have some gum or mint.

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• Drinks

  

  A boring choice, a common one, a good one - and there is reason behind it. This is probably the most casual thing you can invite someone for, so it is great if you are not sure whether or not you want to see that person ever again or if you just don't want to be a weirdo proposing something strange.
  
  Pro tip: DO NOT propose meeting at your favorite bar! It might become your date's fav bar afterwards as well.

• Ice cream

  

  You define yourself as playful, funny, sweet-tooth, and if you are quite confident - this is a choice for you. However, this activity is more than knowing a good ice-cream shop. You should also have a good plan - if you are just going to hang out in the shop itself or go for a walk around the block?
  
  Quick tip: Try to avoid hot times of the day, to avoid ice-cream dripping all over your hands or licking uncontrollably as it melts.

• Bike ride

  

  Both of you are sporty and adventurous? Than bikes are a great idea. Not only will you see the sporty and fit side of you and your date, but you will also emit a healthy lifestyle, energy and overall a positive vibe.
  
  Quick tip: Bring some water, small power bars and sweets for the breaks.

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• Be a tourist

  

  Most of us like to have a good photo, so why not play a tourist part for a day in your city. You already know the best places, and now you have an excuse to take as many photos of each other during the day, laugh, smile and enjoy the beauty of each other and the place where you live.
  It is a very casual activity and so it should be approached, dress something nice and comfortable (but stay out of your pyjamas obviously 😜)
  
  Quick tip: Linen shirt might be a good, classy, light style. Also bring your cool camera or up your phone picture taking game.

• Arcade fun!

  

  Competitive but not over competitive please. Arcades can be fun and spontaneous, you will be around other people, so it will lower the pressure, plus you can show-off your hidden talents. Whether it is air-hockey, darts, pinball or bumper cars, we are sure you will have fun here. Who knows, maybe you will also win each other a prize?
  
  Alternative: Good alternatives for arcades are theme parks and circuses. Just keep it easy and not too over the top.

• Secret place?

  

  This is who you think might be that special person you are looking for. You thought about it from the first sight? Well then why not take them to your favorite place? (just not the bar)
  
  It will be very intimate and romantic that you are sharing your favorite place with that person. It can be whatever you like the most, a pond nearby, a boardwalk, a corner of the zoo near the giraffes, really no wrong answers here, so just go for it!
  
  P.S. Please don't feed the animals at the zoo.

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• Rush your adrenaline

  

  Ok, ok.. we see you! You are a bit on a wild side, and that's great! If you know your date is as well or you just want to show off, maybe some adrenaline boost will also boost your new relationship?
  
  Again, this depends on the area you are from, but anything from snowboarding to ATV ride, go-karting or water-skiing is an option. This can be a bit costly of a date, but probably comparable to a nice dinner, just a bit more original and more fun.
  
  Quick tip: Stepping out of your comfort zone is great, stepping out of an airplane might not be for everyone - ignore the image suggestion 😅.

What can we say? For now.. That's all folks! We hope one of the suggestions will inspire you to have an amazing day with the person you like! If you want to organize it nicely and in an efficient, cool manner - check out our Meetz app!

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