Best First Date Ideas

If their is one thing that I've learned by doing this project about online dating is that their are a lot of single people in Ontario looking for a companion. Thankfully I'm now through the stage of having too message people I've viewed and into getting to know each other better. I've finally gotten comfortable enough with several different "fish" on POF that I gave them my cell phone number and we're texting daily. The next step obviously is to set up dates to meet/hang out with these girls and get to know them even better, in the hope that one of them might just be the right one. Unfortunately it's mid-terms and I don't currently have time this week, so it'll have to wait until next week. This might be a good thing because it gives me time to open up a poll to figure out "what is the best first date" and get your feedback.

Here are my ideas and why I think each of them is worth consideration.

Try New Cuisine: Sharing new experiences together is a great way to build a connection with someone. So by going somewhere a little more adventurous, maybe new ethnic cuisine that neither of us have ever tried before, it helps create extra excitement. Best case scenario you both love the food and can enjoy it again for a future date.

Play Tourist: This can be done in your hometown cause we often take them for granted. For example Barrie would be awesome place to check out some of the old historic houses that are scatted throughout the downtown core. It's also a great time of year to grab a hot chocolate, then take a walk along the water front checking out the gorgeous views well the leaves are changing colours. Also provides a great chance to talk and get to know each other more.

Ice-Skating: This is just innocent fun, because really who doesn't love to ice skate. It gets your both active and holding hands well skating and chatting sounds like fun? Or is that more of a 2nd or 3rd date idea? You be the judge.

Driving Range: Well this is definitely something I'd enjoy since golf is something I'm very passionate about. It's not particularly strenuous and it's a fun outdoors activity, not to mention you do have to be great or athletic to have a good time. Also it gives me a chance to help her with swing if she wants some tips (knew becoming a golf pro was a good idea!). Even better if she's good, it can lead to some playful competition!

Bowling: It's an old-school dating idea and is very casual. Another great way to have friendly competition and can do so well having a slice of pizza and a drink. Not to mention almost everyone has bowled so it'll help keep us both relax and comfortable.

Live Music Show: This isn't my favourite idea, but I know a few friends have suggested it so I'm not ruling it out. It gives us a great environment to have a conversation well listening to some good music.

Those are just my ideas so please cast your vote or add your great first date ideas in the comment section below.

-Josh