Olympic Athletes Turn To Dating Apps At Paris Summer Games
The thousands of athletes in Paris for the Summer Olympics are probably so busy training and competing in their events, that there’s not much time for anything else, right? Well, they’re in the best shape of their lives and their endorphins and testosterone are soaring, and it seems they’re not letting all that go to waste. So they’re using dating apps to find their hookups in the “City of Love.”
Olympic Athletes And Dating Apps
According to People magazine, it seems users on several dating apps are changing their locations to Paris to boost their chances of matching with an Olympian during the Olympics. A spokesperson at Bumble reports, “In the lead-up to the Games, we’ve seen an increase in people changing their Bumble profile location to Paris and adding mentions of the Paris Games in their bios.”
And they’re doing it on Tinder as well. According to a spokesperson for the app, since the beginning of July, there’s been a nearly 20% increase in swiping activity in France. There’s also been a 103% increase in the use of Tinder’s Passport Mode – a feature that lets users “search by city or drop a pin on the map” so they can like, match, and chat with users in that destination. The dating site also reports that “there has been an increase in the number of users with the job descriptions ‘Olympian’ – up 52% – and “athlete” – up 43% – in Tinder users’ profiles in Paris.
6 Inexpensive Date Ideas: Ignite Romance Without Breaking The Bank
Coffee Date
This date is a personal favorite because it’s not overly complicated. Coffee dates are casual and very low pressure. It allows you and your date to talk in a relax environment. Bonus points, if you make a local coffee shop. Local coffee shops often have a more intimate setting.
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Walk A Scenic Trail
By no means are we talking about an intense hike up and down mountains and hills. But a simple nature trail will do the trick. This kind of date gives you both a chance to enjoy nature and create a memorable experience. You can even plan for a sunrise or sunset walk for added romance. Be sure to wear comfortable shoes.
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Sip Date At A Brewery Or Wine Tour
There are several local breweries and wineries that offer tours throughout their establishment. These establishments usually have fun tours that break down the process of how their product is made. Sharing the experience with your partner is even better because you’ll get to talk about what you both think of the drinks. Some breweries and tours include tastings and often start at just $15 per person. Sometimes these places offer games and live music.
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Go On A Picnic
Picnic dates are a classic. You can get as elaborate as you want to and work it into any budget. You can have a picnic almost anywhere as long as there’s a place to drop a picnic blanket or a table for eating. Other than having food on hand, it wouldn’t hurt to have a card game handy or a Bluetooth speaker at hand to prevent awkward moments. Just a heads up, this date involves careful planning. If it’s peak sunshine and mosquito season, be sure to pack your sunscreen and bug spray.
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Volunteer Date
Volunteer dates can work really well for established couples. They can create new opportunities to meet people and make couple of friends. Obviously, a volunteer date may not be a good idea if you’re separated the entire time. So, this one may require a bit of research. Unless you’re looking to add a bit of adventure or something different to your date.
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Antiquing And Thrifting
Garage sales, estate sales, antiquing, thrifting, whichever you choose can make for a fun budget-friendly date. It’s like a scavenger hunt where you don’t know what the items are you’re supposed to find. But whatever you two may find you can always laugh and bond about it. There’s even the possibility of a fashion show if you find yourself in a place with a load of vintage clothes. The same concept can also be applied to bookstores and music stores.
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