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Stay safe while traveling this summer<\/b><\/p>\n

While your dating life is heating up, don\u2019t cool off on being\u00a0cautious<\/h4>\n
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About 3 million daters on OkCupid have shared that they could live<\/a> a life of travel\u200a\u2014\u200aand we know many of you will be hopping on a plane any second now that summer is around the corner. But it\u2019s important to keep safety top of mind when meeting someone new, especially in a new country. To make it easier on you, we put together a guide to help you stay safe this summer\u200a\u2014\u200aboth online and when meeting for the first\u00a0time.<\/p>\n

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  1. Sharing is caring.<\/strong> Create a game plan and share details about your date with friends and family, such as their photo and when and where you are meeting\u00a0them.<\/li>\n
  2. Be honest about what you\u2019re looking for.<\/strong> Be clear about your intentions and establish personal boundaries. Whether you\u2019re looking for a casual fling or a serious relationship, be upfront about your intentions in your dating app profile and conversations. This will help you find matches who are on the same\u00a0page.<\/li>\n
  3. Video chat<\/a> first.<\/strong> Before meeting in person, schedule a video<\/a> call<\/a> with your match to get a better sense of their personality and ensure there\u2019s chemistry. This can also help you avoid any potential catfishing or misleading profiles.<\/li>\n
  4. The more the merrier.<\/strong> When you\u2019re ready to meet someone in person, research local spots and busy areas and avoid meeting anyone in unknown locations or non-busy areas. Avoid meeting or going to someone\u2019s home or hotel\u200a\u2014\u200aand don\u2019t share where you are staying until you feel comfortable.<\/li>\n
  5. Say something. <\/strong>Connect with others who have verified profiles and familiarize yourself with safety features within the apps, such as reporting and blocking options. If someone is making you uncomfortable or using abusive language\u200a\u2014\u200aon or off the app\u200a\u2014\u200aalways report back to the\u00a0app.<\/li>\n
  6. Leave early.<\/strong> If something doesn\u2019t feel right or if you\u2019re uncomfortable during a date, trust your instincts and prioritize your safety. Don\u2019t hesitate to end the date early or leave if necessary.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Download <\/em>OkCupid<\/em><\/a> to find a date\u00a0abroad!<\/em><\/p>\n

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    Stay safe while traveling this summer<\/a> was originally published in OkCupid Dating Blog<\/a> on Medium, where people are continuing the conversation by highlighting and responding to this story.<\/p>\n

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    Stay safe while traveling this summer While your dating life is heating up, don\u2019t cool off on being\u00a0cautious About 3 million daters on OkCupid have shared that they could live<\/a> a life of travel\u200a\u2014\u200aand we know many of you will be hopping on a plane any second now that summer is around the corner. 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