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Matchmaking in Singapore
Our Exclusive Review of Singapore’s Dating Scene
Singapore is the ultimate dating hot spot – with its sensual year round tropical weather, this island country is a haven of both natural beauty and definitive luxury, and this does not stop when it comes to its exclusive dating scene. Although its colonial history is evident in some of the distinctive architecture, today the city boasts a free and booming economy. Based on several indicators, the World Bank named it as the easiest place to do business in the world (2015), it has one of the world’s highest percentage of millionaires per households and accordingly boasts some of the world’s most expensive real estate. It is no surprise then that it has attracted an international and eclectic mix of affluent individuals, and this is reflected in its exciting and high-end dating scene.
There is a strong expatriate community, while the traditional patriarchal culture is still evident. In a diverse mix of cultures from Malay to Indian, Chinese, Australian and British, to name a few, this cosmopolitan city has an array of dating ideas and tastes. In many ways, the traditions of the gentleman hold true - men are still expected to pay for dinner and dates and behave with good old fashioned manners. Family values still play an important role and Singaporeans can be cautious before committing. Dating in Singapore can at times be a bit of a sweaty dilemma, with the clash between traditional values and westernised hedonism. Many of the influential trendsetters turn to elite introduction agencies, such as Seventy Thirty, to provide exclusive matchmaking as a means to overcome these challenges, providing high-end introductions between suitable and compatible individuals.
When it comes down to it, Singapore boasts some stunning backdrops for romantic dates. The singles in the city are truly spoilt for choice when selecting an elite date setting. For those looking to keep it more natural, a picnic or symphony performance along one of the lakes in the gorgeous 186 year old Botanical Gardens, is guaranteed to get the date off to a good start. However, when dressed to impress, the famous Marina Bay Sands Hotel is the ultimate date destination. It has over 60 restaurants, including multiple celebrity chef offerings from Wolfgang Puck to Gordon Ramsey, and a wide range of the finest local and international cuisine, you simply can’t go wrong. Just try end the evening at the highest infinity pool in the world, overlooking the city for a truly magical touch.
Singapore itself is a sensory experience and dating in the city offers rich and exciting prospects with varied locations, cultures, cuisines, traditions and languages. It asks only for you to open your eyes and open your heart, and partake in all it has to offer, with equal portions of delight and decorum.
Gay Matchmaking - How the A-Gays find Love…
What about when Harry meets Harry? Many men find themselves in the position where they have built a great life for themselves; being educated, successful at work, with a wide range of friends. However, being single and asking “where will I meet ‘The One’”.
With the Gay Community being smaller than any of us would like, Gay Matchmaking is becoming more and more popular, with over 249k hit results on Google in a boastful 0.38 seconds. As new pop up companies solely dedicated to gay matchmaking emerge on a daily basis and online dating for man-meets-man increases – the idea of finding ‘The One’ becomes less daunting and more achievable.
However, what about prominent gentlemen, of affluence or influence? Those who are in the public eye, outwardly having everything but a meaningful committed relationship? The gentleman looking for someone to compliment his lifestyle and looking to date without fear of ‘gold digging’ or of a ‘sugar daddy’ label? These gentlemen do not want to rely on online dating or on apps where the idea of relationships is secondary to sex and lust…
Seventy Thirty, which has been successful for over a decade, saw huge demand from our clientele within the gay community looking for love. We answered by developing a whole division that solely dedicated to working with gay clients – gay clients who are looking for those long and meaningful relationships. Lead by our MD, a Relationship Expert, who is gay himself – our Gay Matchmaking focuses on deep and meaningful relationships built on core values.
“We use the psychological model Seventy Thirty was built upon and with our true understanding of what it is like to be gay and single at the current time, we help members in the gay community find the person they are looking for…”
Although high profile companies are developing communities for the LGBT employees to socialise and meet one another to diminish stigmatism within the work place, a high percentage of individuals do not feel comfortable about being ‘out’ at work. This is due to individuals deeming it to have a possible detriment to their career. With limited gay bars where professionals can meet each other and avoid the power hungry prowlers or social climbers, the gay community finds itself with an issue – where it has limited places in which to meet successful, professional and of course suitable, singles. Matchmaking creates a perfect environment to meet new people out of your social circle.
4 Top Benefits of using a Gay Matchmaker:
· Confidentiality and Peace of Mind
Confidentiality is Key – we ensure all clients and staff sign a confidentiality agreement so your association to Seventy Thirty will never be disclosed. Due diligence checks means that the identity of the person you are meeting has been checked and verified – eliminating the worry that online dating creates - that you could be meeting a false person!
· Finding the long lasting and sustainable relationship that you are looking for
Many of our LGBT clients report that their relationships lack the ability to sustain the length of time – often fizzling out too quickly or with the match only interests in one thing… sex. Although a healthy sexual relationship is important – it is equally as important to create a foundation on which an emotional relationship can be built.
· Avoiding the Online Stigmatism and Fear
We are of a Generation were we can still remember the stigmatism of meeting someone online and dread telling someone how we met our partner – although it is diminishing, but it hasn’t quite gone yet! A Matchmaker will make a personal introduction to you, will get to know you and your match, so when you meet ‘The One’ it’s like meeting through a mutual acquaintance, only better.
· Having a Relationship Expert on hand
A personal contact to help you identify the right match for you and provide continued support. This really helps you speak about your past relationships and identify where things went wrong, what you enjoyed and what you’re looking for in a future partner. This helps you avoid making mistakes in your next relationship – such as choosing the same types of individuals, which may be incompatible with you and your lifestyle
Beyond Bespoke - Finding the right partner!
Matchmaking in Hong Kong
Our exclusive review of dating in the city that never sleeps
At night, with its famous harbour shimmering with the lights of hundreds of surrounding and towering skyscrapers, it is quite easy to mistake Hong Kong for a make-believe magical kingdom. But in the even brighter light of day, the city reveals a fascinating mix of very real tradition, culture and commercialism, each competing for its own space in the intoxicating international cocktail that is Hong Kong.
It is one of the most densely populated metropolises in the world and one of the most vertical cities due to the limited space, having over 1200 skyscrapers balanced along the South China Sea. This former British colony is now an autonomous region of China that has become one of the top three global financial hubs, alongside New York and London. This has made it one of the ultimate, high end havens for affluent individuals and an exclusive world of luxury. Attracting a delectable mixture of personalities, it offers a sizzling hot dating scene with some the most influential and elite singles in the world.
Hong Kong has a unique setting that truly offers a diverse and cosmopolitan, but at the same time, exclusive dating experience. It has somewhat of a reputation for being Asia’s bad boy city, with a night out promising a healthy mix of martini’s and music, dancing and revelry to the early hours. In some ways this has come to pass due to the nature of its transient population. People are often posted to Hong Kong on contracts or are there for a short period of time, and so as friends can come and go, so can relationships. And in that it has been said that some of the sexy singles are in for a good time rather than a long time, with the price of one’s heart going to the highest bidder.
This reflection however would be only a superficial and stereotypical appraisal, as many of the city’s dating duos truly are seeking love. This has led to a rise in the popularity of exclusive matchmaking agencies, such as Seventy Thirty, which seek to make introductions between individuals who share similar lifestyles, values and relationship goals, thus enabling successful relationships in the long term.
Hong Kong is a singleton’s paradise as it offers many dreamy date opportunities. It has a famous ‘foodie’ culture, with a wide range of amazing street food markets, and hipster restaurants to choose from. The legendary Mandarin Oriental oozes old world charm and glamour and their afternoon high tea would impress any lady, no matter the size of her Chanel collection. For the more adventurous, there is ferry rides and island hoping, picturesque hikes and heart-stopping horse-racing, all within easy reach. The rooftop bar is also a quintessential Hong Kong staple.
Dating in Hong Kong is very much hip, hop and happening. It promises to take your breath away and light up your heart with the glow of a thousand lights and the rush of a thousand ships, and then lure you in with the song of a city that never sleeps and the promise of endless opportunity.