And, for extra measure, make sure you tell at least one friend or family member who you are meeting, where you are going and what time you expect to return — just so they know. Cafes make for great first date venues; a cup of coffee allows for a short encounter or a longer meeting, depending on how well you hit it off! The trick is to get the balance right. One way to reduce the chance of a good date is to turn up flustered, grouchy and wracked with guilt.

Getting your first online dating message started in the right way is extremely important. You want to sound friendly but not crazy. I would recommend starting out with a simple greeting telling the person hello, ask them how they are, and/or tell them your name.

Dating Tips, Dating Advice and Dating Help for Online Dating First Meetings Meet in a public place Keep friends and family informed Dress appropriately Stay safe at all times Meeting your online date is very exciting because you can finally see what they look like in person. Who knows, this could lead to a second date followed by a long term relationship and even marriage.

Refrain from inviting them to your home, or meeting them at their place. A populated public place is a good safety net just in case anything should go wrong. Should anything go wrong, your friend or family member will know of your whereabouts. Dress To Impress It is likely you will dress to impress your date, after all it is the first time you are meeting them.

However, it is especially important for ladies to dress appropriately. Safety First If you have gotten to know your date well, your first meeting should go off really well and you will likely enjoy your first date.