Looking for love? Hereโs why today is your best chance to find it on dating apps
VIRIGINIA โ Today, January 3, is the peak day of the year for swiping right. The first Sunday of the year is called โDating Sundayโ because it is typically the busiest day for traffic on dating apps. 2020 has already been a record-setting year for the online dating industry, which saw dramatic growth since the start of the pandemic. The app Match saw a 40 percent increase in engagement. According to the popular dating app Bumble, video calls on its platform have increased by 70 percent since March.
Did you meet your significant other and fall in love during the pandemic? We want to hear your story
Weโve said it before and weโll say it again: Itโs ... been quite a year. But we all know, too, that there has been plenty of good thatโs come out of this year. That includes all the people who have found love. Authorโs note: As someone who is married, the dating scene doesnโt cross my mind a lot, but Iโve wondered: How do people meet others, romantically, during such a strange time? If youโve gone through this during a pandemic, Iโd love to hear your story, if youโre willing to share.
Donโt make that reservation! 5 reasons why staying at home is your best option on Valentineโs Day
But is eating out really still the best way to celebrate Valentineโs Day? Here are five reasons why staying at home to celebrate Valentineโs Day just might be the best option. All of the above are just a few reasons why spending Valentineโs Day at home can have its perks. OK, on the surface, this might sound like being a cheapskate on Valentineโs Day, but hear us out. Do you plan on going out or staying in on Valentineโs Day?