How to use Hinge, Bumble, and Tinder when traveling, tips to maximize your chances of meeting people on your next trip.
A 2023 survey among dating app users revealed that more than half (53%) were hoping for a romance while on vacation. According to 52%, dating when traveling is an exciting way to explore a new culture. 33% were open to meeting someone outside their city, and just over a fifth said they were more attracted to foreigners than people from their country.
Best dating apps to meet people
Hinge is a location-based app, but you must set the location. It is very popular in Europe. The travel prompts are helpful conversation starters, saving you some awkward experiences.
This app is different from others in that you can like a specific prompt or picture of the other user, not the whole profile. You can tell them what caught your eye.
Bumble
Two great Hinge alternatives are Bumble and Tinder. Your Bumble profile must include your name, an up-to-300-character description of yourself, and up to six photos. Adding high-quality photos is essential. The most popular profiles usually appear at the top of the list on your feed, and they are the ones with the most activity in the respective area.
The app’s Travel Mode is available for Bumble Premium users. In this mode, you can choose your city up to a week before the trip to that city to start meeting people in advance.
Your location will be the center of your chosen city. You can change it to other cities along your route as often as you want.
Tinder
Tinder is the most global, most hookup-oriented dating app across the board. As long as that’s what you’re looking for, Tinder is a great way to meet people anywhere. Its Passport feature allows you to change your location to browse wherever you happen to be at any given time. You can swipe to chat with people and make plans before your arrival in a new city or country.
Users can navigate their current location and destinations they’re headed to. While you can’t choose more than one city at a time, you can change the location as often as you want.
Tips for using a dating app to meet people on a trip
Don’t forget to mention that you are traveling and are interested in meeting locals or fellow travelers. Include recent photos that showcase your personality and interests and state your intentions, be they friendship, casual dates, or something more.
You might be looking for a companion for dinner or someone to show you around if you’re traveling alone. You can write something like, “I’m in town for five days and looking for someone to show me around.” Many people love showing off their hometowns, so you might find a free guide quickly.
You might meet someone who is intrigued by foreigners with exotic accents, and they will be attracted to you instantly. There’s not only the possibility of a relationship but also of an immersive learning experience. In 2024, language is still a barrier for many. A recent study showed 35% of Gen Z and millennials were embarrassed when someone flirted with them in a foreign language and they couldn’t understand or reply to them.
If you’re with friends, mention you want to meet people who can join your group. If a serious relationship is your goal, make that explicit, too.
Final thoughts
Hinge, Bumble, and Tinder are the best dating apps for meeting people when traveling. You must clearly state in your bio that you want to meet someone and why. Make sure your photos are current and high-quality. Include as much information as you can on your profile.
