How to Use Bumble While Traveling the World
In 2020, COVID-19 swept in, taking my job and relationship with it. My mental health was waning and I wasn’t feeling passionate about anything. So when travel restrictions began to lift and my vaccine shots had taken effect, I decided to shake up my life and embark on a journey around the world, all on my own.
I’ve been traveling for over five months now, and I’ve learned that the people you meet along the way really are the best part of the adventure. Bumble made it far easier to make new connections, and now I couldn’t travel without it. Whether you’re looking for a friend in the city, a holiday romance, or just recommendations for the best locales, here’s what I’ve discovered about how to use Bumble while on the road.
Put your safety first
It’s crucial that you’re being safe when meeting folks for the first time, especially if you’re away from home and the areas that you’re familiar with. My pre-meetup safety precautions include using Bumble’s Video Chat or Voice Call features with my match so that I can get a better feel for the person-and to make sure things haven’t been lost in translation. Asking a match to hop on a call can be as simple as messaging, “Want to do a quick video chat for five minutes?”
Of course, plan to meet in a public location for your first date. I like to select date activities that are things I could do with or without the other person, which generally includes a tourist attraction (one of my more notable first dates was a camel ride in Spain!). Let someone know where you’re heading, whether that’s your rental home host, the hotel concierge, or a friend. It’s also a great idea to go on a daytime date as they can feel safer than a night time meeting. (suite…)
