Traditionalists might argue that the best way to find love and meet a potential partner is through real life and everyday street life. These could be from normal everyday situations, through work, through studies, through friends or just going out to bars and chatting to people. We all meet our partners in different ways. However these days, as travellers, nomads and tourists, finding love on the road is something that is happening much more often and is a joy.

From Tinder to Online Dating Sites, there is something truly magical and mysterious about looking for love online. You can also localise it, depending on where you are based, for example Scottish people looking for online love might look on a Tayside Dating Site, whereas those in Northern Ireland will more than likely look at Belfast Dating Options.

Once you have signed up and become a member of an online dating site, the fun really begins in earnest! Here are a few exciting things you can expect as you prepare to find that one true love, where your love for each other will last forever.

1.Icebreaking

There is that first moment when you say Hi to your potential date. It is sometimes a nervous time. You have to break the ice somehow. Whether it is just chatting online about each other’s lives and interest, or sending photos, or doing video chats. Skype and What’s App can be a great way to break the ice by doing video chats or Facetime so you can judge each other’s reactions and know both parties are honest and legitimate. Tread carefully of course, but once the ice is broken, who knows…

2.Researching

As it is the online world, we must also be very careful who we trust. There are some true maniacs and crazy people online and it is important therefore to be vigilant and build trust. Don’t rush into a meeting so quickly, and yes – DO research your potential date. If they are not on Facebook, Twitter, or any online presence, are they real? Bots and Scams can happen so do your research. If they are on Facebook and Instagram, all the better. Add your date and get to know each other online too, before the big moment – the face to face meeting.

The face to face meeting

3.Actually Meeting

This is your time to shine and impress your partner! Arrange a classic first meeting. Be it a romantic dinner after meeting at a famous landmark. Be it a cinema date. Be it a cruise. Or even be it a party with other friends too, be sure to dress to impress and to look and feel your best. Both of you want a good time, so be ready for a new adventure.

4.Love, and Beyond

The real dream here is of course to fall in love and find an everlasting desire for each other. Many marriages and long term relationships started online. In fact, these days it is becoming more and more common. As millenials get busier in their lives, turning to the phone or laptop of the start of a romance is no longer a mere notion, but a total reality. So be ready for the journey. What starts as a little seed or acorn will grow big. Work hard at your relationship and may the best partner ever be yours for the rest of your life!

Good luck!