Chance for a little fling

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I'm single mum to three, with two still at home. I've been single for 3 years now, and dating or bringing someone home is difficult with my boys still here.

Unexpectedly, work is sending me abroad to a beautiful European city and an equally beautiful hotel next week. My work has never involved international travel before, just the very occasional Premier Inn for a night. It really would be the most romantic setting if it wasn't a work event. There are hundreds of people attending the event, and there's a few posh meals through the week. Lucky me!

I've been imagining having a fling while I'm there, as solo just is not the same. It's been growing as an idea, so out of character, but I think it's time for some me time. I'm blushing as I type this, but it's got me rather excited every time I think of it. I'm nervous, but feel ready.

I've no intention that this is anything but some sex.

Am I crazy to think about putting myself out there for this?
Has anyone else made use of time away from realities of home life for this?

Go for it if the opportunity presents itself! I'd avoid anyone at your company/ very closely connected though.

I agree with the previous poster: I'd avoid work flings! Download Tinder and see who's about!

Sounds fun but I'd doubt if you'll have the time to be honest! My work conferences are always go from 7.30 breakfast meetings till dinners together finishing at around 11. Won't this be similar?

Definite seek an opportunity if it's there, it's it's just a fling and no emotional connection then what's the harm. Be available for after dinner drinks.

I found drinking minimally and early nights saved me from some of the toe curling foolishness I've seen at these events. If you do something, you should take care to be very discreet to avoid industry gossip.

Download some dating apps and set your location as that city and try and pre-arrange some evening dates !

Do you have someone in mind?

I don't really drink, and I've not got anyone in mind.
I am worried about reputation, but I'm usually very conservative and certainly not intending to embarrass myself. I think my intention was to try and separate work hours (which don't look too long) from evenings.

I sound so cold thinking it through like this!

I hadn't thought of changing location in a dating app. I will try that too. Thank you.

where there’s a will OP. I’m sure you’re not the only person planning a dusting down.

As long as you're safe just go for it. I'm single and would love the opportunity for a nice amicable no strings fling. It's not something that I can see happening but in the unlikely event the chance comes up I've decided that I would definitely go for it. Have fun!

Ooh yes, definitely go for it, but as others have said, steer clear of workmates. Tinder would be ideal.

Why not?! Download Tinder and make sure you go back to your hotel rather than his' or her's depending on your persuasion.

I wouldnt, someone will cotton on..not worth the feeling of embarrassment. Do it at home with someone not connected to work.

Just a little update. He was lovely. I had such a nice time. 😉

Love the update! Was he a tinder find?
My friend has an American who comes to London a couple of times a year and they have a fun weekend!

He was another attendee. A couple of evenings chat at dinner and bar, then a couple of private evenings.

So he was related to your work?

Good for you, sounds like a fun few days 😉

Be safe OP

Ooh just seen update, good for you OP

So he was related to your work?

People hook up at these conferences all the time - it’s not a big deal. Or it’s only a big deal for people who don’t have anything else going on in their lives. Good for you OP… glad you had fun.