I tend to agree with Clair's comments.   I have gradually moved toward higher end providers ($500/hr +) with the majority of my dates.  I have asked them how they decided on their rate structure and they frequently mention some of the same points that Clair noted.   My personal preference is longer dates (typically dinner dates) where you have a chance to get to know each other a bit.  For me this seems to work better with the higher end providers.    And over a series of longer terms dates with a provider if things click you can develop a friendship or connection which is cool and that to me makes the sex even better, than the 15 min/30 min/60 min sessions.  The opportunity to get in touch with someone's mind as well as their body.   I know this is a minority viewpoint but just my personal preference/experience.    As I saw how one provider put it in her advertising....'I'm not looking for hit and run encounters, but long term friendships.  I've seen that a few other providers have noted the same idea in different words...that they prefer longer term dates to develop that connection/friendship.