Before your plane touches down, your digital presence should be doing the legwork for you.

The most common mistake travelers make is expecting the rest of the world to play by their home country’s rules.

While Tinder is global, it isn’t always the king. Use Bumble for a more "upscale" demographic in big cities, Badoo for South America and parts of Europe, and TanTan or ThaiFriendly in Asia.

If you’re struggling in loud clubs, pivot to hotel bars or "speakeasies." These environments allow for actual conversation, which is the primary tool for building the tension necessary for a hookup.

Every major city has an expat district. These areas are high-energy, English-speaking, and filled with people (both locals and travelers) looking for temporary connections.