Experts say when the economy is in the dumps, our libidos go into overdrive – who knew? Given the uncertainty in the near and possible dreary future, life seems so much easier when there’s someone by your side. But how do you meet and impress a potential partner when you don’t want to shell out big bucks? Tryst.com offers some solutions for value-conscious daters.

Online is where it’s at: Why would you drop a big chunk of change at a bar when you can go online for a fraction of that? You’re taking a chance when you rely on picking up at a bar – shelling out cash to buy drinks for yourself and someone else who may turn out to be a dud. It’s a smarter choice to invest in a site where you know the type of person you’re looking for is going to be. It’s a relatively inexpensive way to meet people – plus, with less people going to clubs, where do you think they are going? Yep, they’re online!
Added Bonus: You can get to know someone first before committing to that potentially expensive first date.

Rub-a-dub: Light a few candles, pour in the Mr. Bubbles and get naked – a romantic bath for two is an inexpensive date that is guaranteed to end well. Turn on some sultry jazz to set the sexy mood, and if you’ve got a couple extra bucks to shell out, splurge on a low-priced bottle of vino. If you don’t have a tub, a shower works just as well and produces the same end result – the two of you will be naked and wet. Once the water starts to cool, towel each other off and see where that takes you!
Added Bonus: You’ll be multi-tasking by getting clean while getting down.

Cheap Thrill: Forget impressing your partner with an all-inclusive holiday to the Bahamas. Unleash you inner dirty self and rent a trashy hotel room for a night (or a couple of hours!) You can turn it into a fantasy getaway – she’s the hooker, he’s the horny john. When it comes to role-playing, let your imagination run wild! Besides, a trashy hotel holds a certain thrill that a pricey suite can never match.
Added Bonus: Not having to clean up after you’ve done the deed.

Sexy Game Night: We’re not talking about Spin the Bottle! Head to your neighborhood sex store or any number of online shops and pick up an adult-themed game. There are so many to choose from, but don’t let the selection confuse you – pick one or two you can use over and over and over again. Sure, you have to pay the initial cost, but think of it as an investment in entertaining foreplay that will last you long after the recession is a distant memory. A few to consider include Truth or Dare, The Kama Sutra Game and 52 Weeks of Naughty Nights.
Added Bonus: If being competitive gets you off, you’ll be turned on in more ways than one.

Make it a Blockbuster night: Have you exhausted your porn collection and don’t want to rent or buy anything new? Make your own! Get creative – come up with a cheesy plot or just roll the camera and let nature take over. Don’t like the last take? No problem – you just keep shooting the scene until you get it right. Once you’re done, you’ve got a memento to treasure for a lifetime – plus, you can use it for your own pleasure if you find yourself without a leading partner.
Added Bonus: Since porn requires little to no clothes, you won’t have to worry about running up an expensive costume budget.

And the most inexpensive date of all…: Happens in the bedroom – no reservations required! There are so many fun and free things to do – give your partner a massage (complete with “Happy Ending”), practice your mattress gymnastic skills or make the most of your bedroom furniture by having sex on, in or underneath it. Sex is much cheaper than a fancy meal – and instead of gaining weight with all of those rich calories, you’re burning fat. So cancel your gym membership and take your workout into the bedroom
Added Bonus: Save on heating costs by snuggling with a lover.

There’s no reason to cite the recession as an excuse to stop trysting. Now you can impress your date not just your love-making skills, but also your money-saving ones too!

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Looking for Trysts in all the wrong places?  The gang here at Tryst have complied their list of the top 5 pick-up spots where you could meet your next passionate partner!

1.   Online: Just a few short years ago, nobody would ever say they met a date over the Internet (even though we were all doing it!). Today, and especially in these trying economic times, online dating is the fiscally responsible choice and the #1 spot for meeting people. If you’re looking for something a little more risqué than your run-of-the-mill dating site, try an adult dating community. One that we love is XXXBlackBook.com. With over 3 million members lookin’ for some lovin’, there is no shortage of hot guys and girls to hook up with. Try the IM or Video Chat features, which let you connect with potential Trysts instantly.

2.   Work: This may not fly in a smaller company (like here in the Tryst offices) but larger ones are a hot bed of Trysting activity just waiting to happen. These companies often feature a variety of departments you never interact with. Try taking your break or lunch at a different time than normal, as there’s usually a rotating group of new faces. Now that the weather’s warming up, go for a walk outside – there’s also great potential from other companies located close to yours, all outdoors enjoying the good weather. And if things don’t work out with your coworker, don’t worry – since the company is large, there’s a good chance you won’t see them that often.

3.    Sporting Activities: Forget the gym – smart Trysters are dropping the dumbbells and joining a sports-related group. There are so many to choose from – Learn to Run clinics, beach volleyball, ultimate Frisbee – so you’ll find one that speaks to your skill level. An added bonus is the other members of your team or league are fairly fit, have lots of energy, and most important of all, have plenty of stamina to keep going and going and going… all night long!

4.    Grocery store: Hey, everyone’s gotta eat – even Trysters. That’s why your local grocery store is a great place to pick up. But be forewarned – the “nice melons” pick-up line doesn’t work anymore (Wait… did it ever work?). If you see someone you like, start a conversation about food – what wine goes with what main course, have they tried a certain food product, or point at something in their cart and ask what aisle they got it from because you’ve always wanted to try it.

5.    Volunteer: Exposing your sensitive side is sometimes the quickest way to get someone to expose their private parts. Sign up to feed the kittens or walk the dogs at your community pet shelter, join a cleaning crew to pick up litter or spend a Thanksgiving packing or serving food to the homeless. While you’re knee deep in philanthropic duties, there’s no better time to bring up the “tragic plight of the so-and-so cause,” which can lead you to donate your sexy charitable services at their place. Added bonus: Tout your mad humanitarian skills at parties, gatherings and other social functions to earn the sensitive vote that always pays off in the bedroom.

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We here at Tryst.com want you to get the most bangs for your buck when it comes to taking a vacation. We’ve put in the exhausting research – for the benefit of our readers, of course – and came up with the hottest tryst trends on where to get it on when you’re getting down.

• Singles – On your own for a vacation? You won’t be for long! There’s no chance of bumping into families or honeymooners on a singles vacation. When you’ve got the urge to head south – way down south – you can choose from your standard singles’ cruise, to a get-away where you’re matched a like-minded adult who has also signed up for the trip. This type of tryst vacation is perfect solution to your average resort package, and ideal if you’ve got a sense of adventure. And whatever happens on this trip stays on this trip – confidentiality is key, because when you’re trysting thousands of miles from home, no one is ever going to find out.

• Swinging couples – For a swinging good time, opt for a swingers vacations. There are resorts, cruises and weekend get-aways that caterer to professional and playful adults.  Whether you’re new to the lifestyle or a seasoned couple, there is a vacation that speaks to your comfort level.  And it’s not just about the trysting – soak up the sun, enjoy a new restaurant, or pamper yourself with a spa day. Some of these vacations are clothing optional, which helps break the ice and opens the gate to some quality couple trysting.

• Wild & Erotic – When you want to turn your fantasies into reality, go wild and erotic on your next vacation. Places like Hedonism, that boasts an “anything goes” party atmosphere, make sure your every whim is taken care of with all-inclusive packages. Open to both singles and couples, wild and erotic vacations are unique adventurous getaways that encourage intimate and sexual pleasures beyond your greatest fantasies. One wild trip to try is to Porn Week, where you get to share an ultimate fantasy vacation with famous porn stars!

• Naked/Clothing optional – A clothing optional/naked vacation is just like any other vacation – only without clothing. When you are booking, be sure to check which it is: Optional means exactly what it implies – you can choose to go with or without your bathing suit, while at nudist resorts, you are expected to be naked 24/7.  These vacations range from luxury camping in natural sites with nearby comforts, to restful cruises that journey to exotic ports, to nudist nature hikes, to naked bed & breakfasts. And just like naked bodies, no two nude get-aways are ever same, so there will always be new naked adventures to try. Note: remember to apply suntan lotion liberally to areas that never see the light of day – you don’t want to spend your time off tending to a burn on your bits.

We love the latest and greatest in technology – gadgets offer more than ever before and make our lives so much easier. We sing their praises when they get us out of a pinch, but curse them when they make us look bad. We’ve put together a few gadgets that could potentially land you in a heap of trouble – especially when it comes to Trysting.

Cell phones with GPS:

• Good – Where would we be if we couldn’t talk to our friends and family anywhere, anytime? Plus, the built-in camera comes in handy – usually when you’re naked.
• Bad – Your significant other can find you anywhere, anytime thanks to your cell’s GPS – usually when you’re in the middle of a sexy sandwich.

iPod:

• Good – You need to store thousands of songs, movies and pictures – who knows when you might need them.
• Bad – Finding or making a playlist to help get you in the mood is virtually impossible to find, and if you’re lucky enough to find it, your date has probably got tired of waiting and gone home.

High-definition TV:

• Good – You see things clearer than ever before, thanks to HDTV’s sharper picture. Explosions jump right off the screen, and you can practically count the blades of grass while watching the PGA tour. Plus, your friends are super-jealous of your new purchase.
• Bad –    You see things clearer than ever before, thanks to HDTV’s sharper picture. You were just fine not seeing the blemishes on that porn star’s ass.

DVD players in cars:

• Good – You can’t imagine what it was like not to watch porn in your car. Perfect for people who like to practice time management, you can watch porn on your way to your Tryst so you’re ready to hit it the moment you walk the door.
• Bad – Your insurance rates are through the roof. It’s hard to watch porn and watch the car in front of you. Who knew?

Remote-controlled vibrators:

• Good – Yes, yes, yes! Never before have you had so many orgasms in a row. The best part is after you’re done, you don’t have to share the bed with anyone.
• Bad – It’s not the same as having a real man – but perhaps that’s a good thing…

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• New Year’s Day:
  There’s nothing like ringing in the New Year with a new tryst. Besides, who else are you going to have hold back your hair?
• Valentine’s Day:
  Why save all your lovin’ for one person? Romance is all around us on February 14, so go on, spread the love.
• St. Patrick’s Day:
  Kiss me, I’m horny. You don’t have to be Irish to take advantage of this holiday – all you need is a bit of Lucky Charm.
• First Day of spring:
  Ah, you can sense that love is in the air. When you see all the birds and bees doin’ it, it just puts you in a frisky mood.
• First Day of summer:
  You just can’t help yourself. People are wearing less clothing, which means a flood of impure thoughts, not to mention easier access.
• Canada Day/Independence Day:
  There’s no better way to show off your national pride than having sex with a fellow patriot who’s not your significant other. Fireworks guaranteed!
• Thanksgiving:
  Gobble, gobble! When it’s time to give thanks to all the blessings from the past year, count a steamy tryst as one of them.
• Christmas:
  ‘Tis the season of giving. Unwrap that package and give’r ‘til it hurts.

There are certain times of the year when one’s thoughts instinctively turn to trysting. Mark these dates on your calendar

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