The first date is the most crucial part of any budding Relationship. Not only is it the factor that would determine the existence of a future relationship, it is the one date that both of you would remember during the duration of your relationship. It might even become one of those stories that you would tell your kids someday.  It is no wonder that planning a date can be very stressful. Everything has to be perfect – the place where you are going, the things you are going to do together and what you are going to talk about.

Know Your Date
The good news is that finding the perfect place for a date does not have to be difficult. You just need to base it on the right information. Knowing the interests of your date can be a big plus since nothing says, “I care about you” better than knowing what your date likes. This could be reflected by the place that you will choose for your date.

If it is possible, have a chat with her close friend and ask about her favorite dishes and activities. You can also go online. With so many social networking sites online, you are bound to stumble upon the profile of your date. From the information entered in the profile page to the testimonials and comments left by friends, you can glean a lot of information about the person that you will ask out. And, sometimes, the direct approach can also work. Before asking her out for a date, try asking her what she likes to do.

Be Creative!
Although the classic romantic dinner accompanied by flowers and chocolates has been a tried and tested method for gaining a good impression, you can do more than that. Try to find an activity that matches her interests. An afternoon together before dinner can serve as a nice ice breaker for the both of you. It will make it easier for you to find a topic to talk about.

A trip to the zoo can be very romantic for a couple that has a fondness for animals. A petting zoo would be perfect since Women are impressed when they see a man’s nurturing side. You can also take her for a walk in a park. With so many things to see, you can’t possibly run out of things to talk about.

Do You Have Something In Common?
Get with the times! Women these days do not limit themselves to female interests. You just might be surprised to find out that she is also an avid gamer like you. If that is the case, impress her by challenging her to a match. Just make sure that you do not ruin the day by obviously letting her win. Worse, do not tell her that you let her win if she won the fight fair and square. Women can be just as competitive as men. Instead, compliment her and shake her hand for the good game.

By planning a fun and interesting activity, you can avoid awkward and silent moments at the beginning of a date.