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What’s the craic with Dublin dating?
One in five relationships now begins online. That’s quite a change from the days, not so long ago, when online dating carried something of a stigma. Even in a modern, dynamic city like Dublin dating can be difficult relationships with colleagues are frowned upon, meeting people in clubs and bars is a step into the unknown and being set up by friends could lead to awkwardness. Dublin singles are clued up and sophisticated but there is a saying: “dating in Dublin is like parking – all the good ones are taken”. This is where Just Dublin Dating comes in.
Get started finding Dublin singles
One of the advantages of dating online is that it offers you such a large and varied pool of potential partners. However while you might feel a great cyber-connection to that sexy Londoner or Scot, it’s not really practical to start relationships with people who live hundreds of miles away, so try and aim locally with a site geared towards Dublin singles. Next, create your profile. Take your time over this and think carefully about the image you want to project. Be honest lies about your age, height, weight or occupation are difficult to hide and embarrassing when you meet in person. Show your personality at its most appealing; if you are the humorous type, try to make your profile amusing without descending into parody. Do add a photo as profiles with an image tend to get viewed far more often than profiles without, but make it realistic 20 year old glamour shots may pique initial interest but you’ll find your date will notice when you turn up looking completely different! Once your profile is online, don’t just sit there and wait for love to happen, be proactive. Search the site for possible partners and contact them, but don’t feel rejected if you don’t receive any response. The likelihood is that you’ll pursue a number of possibles before finding a probable.
Where to go
Once you have made contact with a potential date you have to navigate the minefield of where to meet them. Dublin is full of trendy bars and restaurants. Keep the venue relaxed and intimate and make sure you are clear on what is expected from the meeting will you be going for dinner or just a quick drink? The cinema or listening to a band might seem the simplest dates but it’s difficult to get to know someone without the opportunity to talk. Five minutes from Grafton Street, Solas is funky and modern enough to impress while being laid back enough to calm your nerves. Not far away in the Temple Bar area, Sixty6 is a stylish dinner venue, while its interesting and unusual menu options will give you something to talk about should any awkward silences crop up. Also in the St Stephen’s Green area, keep it casual with a snack at the Cake Cafe or go for a traditional pub vibe at Kehoe’s or Porterhouse. If you’re worried that sitting face to face all night will be too much pressure, why not arrange a daytime activity date? The Gallery of Photography would be ideal for people interested in art, while a wander around Dublin Castle or Trinity College is ideal to encourage gentle chat. The Science Museum is always fun for dates, or try watching a hurling match for something a bit different.