Virtual Dates: Love in the Time of Quarantine!

Are you tired of swiping left and right on dating apps, only to find yourself talking to a potato or someone who thinks "Netflix and chill" is an actual date? Welcome to the world of virtual dates, where the only thing more awkward than a first date is that one time you tried to flirt with your high school crush via email.

What Are Virtual Dates?

Let me break it down for you: virtual dates are like regular dates, but without the pressure of choosing a restaurant or watching your date eat spaghetti like a toddler. Thanks to technology, you can now wine and dine (or just snack on chips) while staring at a pixelated version of your date on your laptop screen. No pants? No problem! It’s 2023, and we’re all basically professional couch potatoes now.

Why You Should Try virtual dating

1. Convenience: Forget about traffic jams, getting lost, or realizing you forgot your wallet. You can hold hands with your laptop and stay cozy in your pajamas.
2. Diverse Selection: With virtual dates, you can connect with someone across the globe. Your soulmate could be sipping tea in London while you munch on an avocados toast in your kitchen.
3. Less Awkward Silence: With the help of YouTube, wine tastings, or cooking together via Zoom, you can seamlessly avoid those "So, what do you do for fun?" questions that lead to crickets chirping.
4. Creative Date Ideas: Why not have a virtual escape room date or watch a movie together while simultaneously critiquing it like you’re Siskel and Ebert? Talk about multi-tasking!
5. Be Your Best Self: You can control your lighting and angles! Show off your best side and maybe even dab on a touch of makeup.

Tips for Successful Virtual Dates

• Dress for Success: Sure, you might not have to put on pants, but it’s always nice to look polished from the waist up.
• Set the Mood: Dim the lights, light some candles, and create a romantic vibe. Or, you know, blast some K-Pop and dance like no one’s watching.
• Prepare an Agenda: Have a few interesting questions or activities lined up, like "If you could be any fictional character, who would it be?" It’s a fun way to learn more about your potential partner.
• Be Yourself: Yes, you’re behind a screen, but you still want to be authentic. Let your quirky sense of humor shine!

When Do You Know If It’s Time for a Real Date?

If you’ve spent hours chatting about everything from conspiracy theories to your mutual love of pineapple pizza, it might be time to take the plunge and meet IRL. Just remember, meeting in person can be like watching a movie adaptation of your favorite book – sometimes it’s a hit, sometimes it’s a what were they thinking? moment.

Whether you're looking for love, friendship, or a casual chat, virtual dates can open up a world of possibilities. So grab your favorite beverage, hop on a video call, and who knows? You might just find your next great love or at least a decent conversationalist!

Happy virtual dating!

Megan Brooks,
Blog Writer, AntiLand Team