How Safe Is Online Dating?

With most of the things available on the Internet today, it should come as no surprise that a large number of people have even started searching for their prospective partners on the net. In today’s technological era, where a major chunk of a person’s life is spent in front of the computer for work or study related purposes, it should not come as a surprise if they start looking for romance online.

Though the prospect of finding love over the net may seem like a very interesting one, online romance in public context is still considered to be a risky liaison. First of all, to enter into an online relationship, an individual needs to find a suitable person with whom they can share a romantic relationship. There are innumerable websites, which cater to the purpose of online, dating and interestingly, these websites have thousands of members being added up to them every day.

Most of the people who are seeking online relationships are constantly on a lookout to rekindle their old relationships and make some new ones as well. The process of forming a relationship, which basically starts off with exchanging email ids and then chat sessions over the net can gradually transform into a full-fledged relationship over the time, provided both the partners are genuinely interested in nurturing the relationship.

The most important and foremost aspect of an online relationship is to know the other person in a better manner. It is possible that the other person may be lying about their personal or professional details when they chat with a prospective partner over the net for the first time.

Giving the relationship sometime so that it can take its own course is also a wise decision in matters concerning online romance. People who mutually agree to get into an online relationship without finding out whether the two are compatible or not, generally take a big risk which is likely to bounce back at them in an unfavorable manner.

Online romance can be great way to take a break from the boring and mundane life of which individuals are otherwise living. The concept of online romance offers them the chance to interact with a few like-minded people and become romantically involved with them over the net, share sweet-nothings and basically enjoy themselves.

Another advantage of online romance is that in case, the person gets bored of the relationship or if the romance fizzles out of the relationship, there is no excess burden to continue with the relationship and moreover, breaking up over the net is far more easy over the net than in real life.

Finally, an individual simply needs to snap all communication with the other partner and may be, change the email id in some extreme cases and they can be free again, ready to indulge in another session of online romance with a new partner over the net, without any guilt or burden of a past relationship.

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Destination Wedding Link Publishes its Top Wedding Trends for 2009

Destination Wedding Link, the ultimate source for wedding planning tips and destination information for the Caribbean, Mexico, and Hawaii, has unveiled its list of top destination wedding trends for 2009.

Chicago (PRWEB) February 10, 2009 -- Destination Wedding Link, the ultimate source for wedding planning information, tips, advice, and favors, unveils this year's list of the top destination wedding trends. From traditional lace dresses to eco-chic favors, destination brides are customizing and personalizing everything for their dream wedding.

• Everything old is new again: This is especially true for classic lace sleeveless wedding dresses, which have been seen from the beaches of Jamaica to the villas in Mexico. The hot style is to have a modern lace over a very light beige underlay, making the lace subtle and fresh.

• Vintage save the date postcards: Brides are frenzied over anything vintage and save the date postcards are no exception. Vintage Hawaiian postcards announcing a Maui destination wedding are particularly popular, as are old world maps announcing the wedding location.

• Creating a custom monogram: Many websites allow brides to create custom monograms. Destination couples are using these on everything from the invitations to the favors and cake toppers. Custom monogram labels and tags offer an easy way to personalize every wedding detail.

• Shipping your luggage in advance: Destination couples are choosing to ship their luggage ahead of time to their resort rather than taking it with them on the plane. Most resorts offer free luggage storage and some luxury resorts even offer unpacking services. With airlines increasing their baggage fees for overweight and additional checked bags, we predict this trend will only continue to grow. Make sure you think ahead when preparing for your destination wedding.

• Eco-friendly wedding favors: Many couples are deciding to forgo wedding favors in lieu of an environmentally-friendly option: carbon offsets. Couples offset everything from guest flights to rental cars. Websites such as carbonfund.org make it simple for couples to estimate and offset their guests' carbon footprint.

• Bringing in the local flavor: Savvy destination brides incorporate local elements into their wedding and reception. Some common ideas include indigenous flowers for the centerpieces (orchids in Hawaii), a band playing local music (steel drums in the Caribbean), or a dessert table with traditional sweets (flan in Mexico).

About Destination Wedding Link: http://www.destinationweddinglink.com was founded in 2008 to provide couples with the best tools and resources available to help them plan their dream destination wedding. Destination Wedding Link has deep expertise in wedding locations, such as the Caribbean, Mexico, and Hawaii. It also offers destination planning tips, expert advice, and beach wedding favors. Destination Wedding Link is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.

14 Reasons You Are Better Off Avoiding Marriage: New, Free Singles Social Network For Those Who Don't Want Marriage

www.happyandsingletogether.com is a new social network community for singles who want some or most of the benefits of a traditional marriage or a marriage-like relationship, but not the drawbacks.

Las Vegas, NV (PRWEB) February 10, 2009 -- www.happyandsingletogether.com is a new social network community for singles who want some or most of the benefits of a traditional marriage or a marriage-like relationship, but not the drawbacks.

1. There's no such thing as an all purpose relationship model (like marriage) that serves the needs of everyone. Founder and CEO of www.HappyandSingleTogether.com Stephen Petullo is a former matchmaker and the author of a book about soul mates. His new, free social network fills a need: "I've had the opportunity to observe the dynamics of countless love relationships. I've noticed that many people may be better off (and happier) not trying to conform to our society's currently accepted, yet unrealistic, model of marriage or a traditional marriage-like relationship."

2. Stephen's identical twin brother, Scott Petullo, supports Stephen's observations with his extensive metaphysical research and says, "Long-term comprehensive astrological and numerological charting supports the theory that there exists predetermined beginning and concluding times, time limits, for all love relationships. Therefore, though people try, marriage cannot "lock in" a rewarding relationship. Also, everyone has many soul mates and if a relationship feels like it's over, it very well might be."

3. Many marriage customs and rules are now outdated. Centuries ago, marriage was primarily about survival, money and property. Sex or love usually weren't even considered part of the equation, initially. Marriage was also a way for couples to avoid "living in sin," since sex, in many cultures, was seen as evil and wrong, even within a marriage.

4. The high rates of cheating and many people simply aren't naturally monogamous. They may be able to conform temporarily, but to expect strict monogamy for a lifetime is about as realistic as expecting a nun to enjoy a swinger lifestyle.

5. It's not reasonable to expect one person to meet all of your needs and wants for the rest of your life.

6. Traditional marriage is no longer necessary. But is that fair to women and what about children? Kids need responsible parents, and a marriage certificate does not guarantee this. In fact, a couple trying unsuccessfully to fit into the traditional marriage mold can be harmful to a child. Instead, Stephen recommends his members create a child contract, which is an agreement two or more adults form that, unlike marriage, puts the child first. It also financially protects the main caretaker of the child, before having the child.

7. People change and grow (or regress) at different rates, and the concept of marriage and the expectations that accompany it don't take this into consideration.

8. The sky-high expectations and demands of marriage can complicate or even ruin a good relationship.

9. 50% of marriages end in divorce, and many couples who remain together do so not by choice.

10. Not everyone is meant to have an ideal, compatible, relationship with one person for their entire adult life as the modern marriage model dictates. Trying to go against the natural, unique dynamics of any given relationship, if it's not meant to mirror what marriage says it should be, will result in unhappiness.

11. Even if two people love each other now, it doesn't mean they still will in 10 years.

12. You don't need a marriage license in order to experience a happy love life. If couple needs a marriage certificate to keep (or bind) them together, they may want to reconsider if they are truly compatible.

13. Marriage today almost always involves more conditional love (i.e., "I will love you if…"), and less unconditional love (no expectations of anything in return), which is the highest form of love.

14. There is a better option. The new, free social networking site, http://www.happyandsingletogether.com, is a community for singles who want some or most of the benefits of a traditional marriage or a marriage-like relationship, but not the drawbacks.

http://www.happyandsingletogether.com is a way for many different kinds of people to connect:
• Singles who need a break from the more traditional, "all or nothing" approach to dating and relationships.
• Traditional marriage or marriage-like relationship veterans who found it didn't work for them, and would like to try a new approach.
• Singles who don't have time for or who are not ready for marriage.
• Singles who aren't willing or able to get married.
• Singles who may be open to marriage with the right person, but are in no rush.
• Those who go with the flow and leave things up to fate instead of trying to plan a life-long relationship that may not be destined.
• Those who would like to spoil someone or be spoiled, just like in a marriage-like relationship, but without the confines of marriage.
• Widows or widowers who don't want to replace who they lost, but are interested in companionship with compatible people.
• Those seeking strictly platonic like-minded friends or activity partners.
• Those who would like to have or adopt a child with someone but would rather put the focus on the child rather than on the demands and expectations of a traditional, and potentially draining, relationship.
• Those who are already parents and who would like to share the responsibilities and, or costs of raising children.
• Adults of all ages, genders and orientations.

Happy and Single Together gives people more options in love, friendships, and life, and encourages a new and more practical, empowering, and healthier approach to dating, love, friendships, and relationships.

Visit http://www.happyandsingletogether.com today and sign up free.

#1 Black Dating Site, BlackPeopleMeet.com, and Steve Harvey Morning Show team up to launch Radio Date™ Segment

Hollywood, CA (PRWEB) January 28, 2009 -- While most of the country suffers from record low temperatures, the radio airwaves are heating up with a new interactive dating game segment in Steve Harvey's top morning drive show. BlackPeopleMeet.com, the web's leading destination for black singles has teamed up with Premier Radio Network's syndicated "The Steve Harvey Morning Show," to launch Radio Date™, an updated and fun take on dating game shows of the past, with an interactive twist.

Every other Wednesday morning, during the top rated Steve Harvey Morning Show, four (4) lucky BlackPeopleMeet.com members will appear live on the Steve Harvey Morning Show. One female listener will choose from three (3) eligible bachelors to go on an elegant night on the town, courtesy of BlackPeopleMeet.com and the Steve Harvey Morning Show. Each Radio Date™ will include transportation, dinner, flowers, security and other world-class extras. Each subsequent Wednesday segment will feature responses from the two lucky daters, along with results from listeners voting at the Radio Date™ webpage.

BlackPeopleMeet.com is currently seeking potential Radio Date contestants from major metropolitan cities like New York, Washington D.C., and Chicago. To enter, interested daters need to visit www.blackpeoplemeet.com/steve-harvey and click "Participate". Candidates for Radio Date™ must have a profile on BlackPeopleMeet.com and will be selected based on the quality, completeness and popularity of their profiles, as well as their proximity to the city where the date will be held. There is no purchase necessary to be eligible.

"In such a tough economy, we wanted to give back to the community and provide the opportunity for a great time and potentially even more.", says Ron Worthy, People Media, Inc.'s Vice President of Product and Business Development. Since the site's launch in 2002, BlackPeopleMeet.com has helped introduce tens of thousands of couples. BlackPeopleMeet.com is an inexpensive and effective way to meet a large group of attractive Black singles. With the help of Steve Harvey, BlackPeopleMeet.com can provide an amazing first date, free of charge.

About People Media, Inc: People Media is the leading provider of niche focused online dating communities, operating more than 20 individual websites, reaching more than 1.5 million unique users each month according to comScore Media Metrics. Many People Media sites are the most popular in their category, including BlackPeopleMeet.com, the #1 online dating destination for Black singles, SeniorPeopleMeet.com, the leading destination for senior and baby boomer dating, LoveAndSeek.com, and SingleParentMeet.com. People Media is major force in the online personals space, which, according to Jupiter Research, will reach $1.2 billion in worldwide revenues by 2009.

About BlackPeopleMeet.com: Founded in 2002, BlackPeopleMeet.com is the Web's #1 online dating destination for Black singles, with nearly 1 million unique visitors per month, over 80 minutes of time spent per visitor, and nearly 300 million monthly page views.

About Premier Radio Networks, Inc: Premiere Radio Networks, Inc., a subsidiary of Clear Channel Communications, syndicates 90 radio programs and services to more than 5,000 radio affiliations and reaches over 190 million listeners weekly. Premier Radio is the number one radio network in the country and features the following personalities: Rush Limbaugh, Jim Rome, Casey Kasem, Ryan Seacrest, Glenn Beck, Bob & Tom, Delilah, Steve Harvey, Blair Garner, George Noory, John Boy and Billy, Big Tigger, Dr. Dean Edell, Bob Costas, Sean Hannity and others. Premier is based in Sherman Oaks, California with 13 offices nationwide.

About "The Steve Harvey Morning Show": Based in New York City at WBLS, "The Steve Harvey Morning Show" is hosted by one of America's funniest and most popular comics. Nationally syndicated by Premiere Radio Networks on 44 stations in markets such as New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, the show combines heart, humor, music and celebrities form the world of sports and entertainment. Harvey is joined on the show by Shirley Strawberry, Carla Ferrell and his "Nephew Tommy".

New Dating Website Directory Graces the Web

Copenhagen, Denmark (PRWEB) January 20, 2009 -- A new online dating directory called "Dating the Site" - datingthesite.com surfaces online, offering an extensive list of online dating and matchmaking links. It aims to provide one centralized hub of all the best dating services and resources available today. With many of the links being free to join, visitors who are new to online dating can give them all a risk-free test run.

Datingthesite.com makes use of a single page highlighting a brief overview of online dating and an honest list of pros and cons for resorting to online dating so it doubles as a great resource for those who want to find out more about online dating.

It also reaches out to people from around the world making sure that visitors regardless of location can find something meaningful and appealing to their dating needs. Currently, it offers links to sites supporting American, Spanish, Jewish, Korean, and other foreign seekers. Check the site often for new links that may come up.

The main highlights of the page show off some banners to some familiar and popular dating sites that are free to try and some new growing and trusting matchmaking sites as well. Visitors are free to choose what site they wish to join without any complex page crawling and if they don't like it, they can simply move on to the next site. Sites listed on the datingthesite.com website are trusted and recommended by the webmaster.

In addition to its fine archive of dating links, a number of interesting articles are present in the sidebar as well. These articles are all external links to some handpicked sites offering some free material in relation to online dating. Some interesting paid eBooks and audio books that fall in the online dating category are also available to even further extend people's knowledge about dating online.

Despite its pink presentation, Dating the Site is designed to aid both males and females and does a fantastic job in providing equal content exclusively for males and other content to serve females. For example, guys can check out a sneak preview of an article on how to make women laugh and fall in love. Ladies have some content of their own from techniques in stripper seduction, to ways in attracting other men.

Although there is just one straight to the point home page featuring all the external links and content pertaining to dating online, a forum link is present to allow site visitors to get together and discuss online dating topics or even get together.

Dating the Site really covers all the fronts and corners of online dating concepts, services, and information. This single website is highly recommended for:
• People who want to get started with online dating
• Individuals who are seeking partners and wish to join the best dating websites to help aid them
• Those who want to seek more information about online dating
• People who want to weigh in the advantages and disadvantages of dating services
• Men and women who want try these dating services without any charge
• Adults who wish to try the best adult only services on the internet
• Lonely individuals who want to find some new friends
• Frustrated daters that lack success in dating using other conventional methods
• People who want to know if online dating is a better solution for them

With the absence of login and e-mail forms, privacy is guaranteed within the home page and only the external websites that Dating the Site is linked to can get your personal information for usage of their respective services. No need to worry about scams or fraud because the directory shows only the trusted links and filters out all the ones producing poor results. This is truly an online dating directory that has it all. Online dating newbies and enthusiasts alike are strongly encouraged to check out www.datingthesite.com to see all the vast resources that are available online in the site.

Is Your Love Life Recession Proof?

The people at Safer Dates believe it is! During these hard economic times, Safer Dates acknowledges that building relationships is more important now than ever before, which is why they decided to make their memberships free to help keep your love life optimistic.

Clearwater, FL (PRWEB) January 15, 2009 -- Doreen DeAguila, CEO of Safer Dates states, "It's rough out there and the media covers it intensely all hours of the day. We want Safer Dates to be a safe haven from all the negativity. Take a break from the news and log on to SaferDates.com, there are only friendly faces on our site."

A free Safer Dates membership is packed full of the following benefits to help you safely communicate with that special someone:
*Instant messaging (IM)
*Personal blogs
*Forums
*Four different chat rooms - The Lounge, Hollywood, Tech Talk and Current Events

While you're becoming acquainted with the site, take note of the verification levels. The Level I and Level II Verifications are not included with the free membership but for a small annual fee they can be a great investment, not only strengthening your Safer Dates profile but they can also benefit you on other dating site profiles as well as social networking profiles.

The Level I Verification costs just $19.95, and will screen you through national databases for felonies, misdemeanors, sex offender status, and marital status. For just $39.95, Level II Verification uses your fingerprints for a more in depth screening. Once you are verified, your Safer Dates member profile is automatically updated.

Safer Dates also created a Verification Badge to help you advertise your verification level throughout the online community. The Safer Dates Verification Badge can be posted on any site that allows you to insert HTML code, such as MySpace, Facebook, personal blogs and possibly other dating websites. When clicked, the Safer Dates Verification Badge delivers that person to the Safer Dates site. If a potential date wants to confirm your verification, it won't cost them a dime; all they need to do is sign up for a free Safer Dates membership to get access to your profile to confirm your verification level. While they are on Safer Dates, you can request that they also become Level I or Level II verified before you agree to start communicating. If a site does not allow the Safer Dates Verification Badge to be posted then just add a reference of your verification level in your profile.

If you have someone not willing to become verified then Safer Dates would like to introduce you to a tool called InvestiDATE. For just $19.95, this feature allows you to take an individual of your choice through the Level I Verification screening. All you need is their full name (first and last), birthday and current address. Safer Dates will email a pass or fail indication within 24 to 72 hours; specific criminal details cannot legally be disclosed.

For less than the cost of a movie for two with popcorn and a soda, you can avoid a dating catastrophe and become Level I Verified and require your potential date to do the same.

Make it your New Year's resolution to keep your love life recession proof. Log on to SaferDates.com and check out this reliable resource. Also, don't miss their newly launched blog, SaferDates.com/blog, to stay up-to-date on dating news and tips, plus watch safety videos and more. Becoming cognizant of the various safety tools that Safer Dates has to offer is more important now than ever before to avoid becoming a victim.

About Safer Dates: Safer Dates is the first Internet dating service to offer the choice of multilevel background screenings identified on member profiles. They also empower members and non-members to screen ANYONE for misdemeanors, felonies, marital status and sex offender status by using a Safer Dates tool called InvestiDATE. Safer Dates understands that online safety is no longer just for children and they are dedicated to creating awareness of criminals targeting the growing popularity of online dating services.

DuckDuckDate.com Wants You to "Goose Me!"

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) January 13, 2009 -- "Goose Me!" It's not your typical pick-up line, but it is one that singles all over are starting to use. DuckDuckDate.com, an innovative dating website, is open for business and helping singles everywhere to "goose" each other! Originally conceived by a veteran online dater, DuckDuckDate was designed to make online dating less stressful and more FUN.

A carefully crafted set of connection rules that expand on the fun Duck Duck Goose theme solve the problems of date-spamming and introduction anxiety. Date-spamming is when you send lots of generic introductions with the expectation of getting only 1 or 2 responses. Introduction anxiety results from spending a lot of time writing a personalized and thoughtful introductory message without knowing if the other person is even interested.

To make an introduction on DuckDuckDate, you send a "Goose" request, a simple one-click action that shows your interest. The recipient has 24 hours to respond with a "Goose" (let's talk), "Duck" (maybe later), or "Block" (not going to happen). If your request is successful and you get a "Goose" response back, you can then send that personalized message knowing that the interest is mutual. To combat date spamming, members are limited to 3 open goose requests at a time. The DuckDuckDate team didn't stop there. They also developed a dating calendar system which allows members to post events such as a movie release or a concert, or to simply indicate their availability for a coffee or lunch date. Members can search these events by any combination of date, location and description. DuckDuckDate expects the dating calendar to be one of the most-used tools on the site because it helps members find real dates, real quick!

Finally, DuckDuckDate brings a new pay-per-connection business model to online dating. Simply put, each member of a new goose connection (goose & accepted goose) pays a one-time fee of a dollar a date. This small investment encourages everyone to be sincere in making the connection. It also keeps ads off of the site and is a low-cost alternative to the stress-inducing monthly fees charged by many popular dating sites.

DuckDuckDate gives you your first 3 gooses free, so what are you waiting for? Go to www.DuckDuckDate.com and "goose your next date!"