Minnesota
A few questions for the locals...
I've been considering a trip to MPLS at some point in the not-too-distant future, but I know next to nothing about the area or the market therein. Is it a good spot for touring gals? Is the weather bearable? Any tips would be much appreciated, even if the advice is "don't bother." 
I have found that in some areas, my screening requirements are no problem (Chicago, for example), while in other areas, they're considered completely unreasonable (Indy comes to mind). Obviously, I'm not going to change my protocol just to make a particular city more amenable to me, so if the info I require is too far out of the norm, I'd rather folks just tell me not to bother. There's nothing worse than investing in a tour if I get there and no one wants to be screened my way. 
It does all right as a touring market although you have somewhat stringent screening requirements which may deter potential clients. Not saying that there is anything wrong with that, your safety is paramount and I applaud you for it, just advising you.
As far as weather you are looking at this area going into the winter and we have winters here unlike any you may have experienced. When the snow starts falling here, it stays, for months. For fun, many of us drive on the frozen over lakes. Even with all the Global Warming mongering going on last winter this region was the only place on the entire planet that was colder than normal, normal for us, that is.
There's a plus side to that. We are encouraged to stay indoors and snuggle up =).
Best place to stay? Downtown Minneapolis or Bloomington near the airport are the usual spots. As a john I couldn't honestly tell you which is best (I do not live in, nor particularly care for, either) but I would think Downtown would be better. Seems classier, access to all the amenities of a large metropolitan area (The twin cities region is about 3.5 million people), including the skyway system. Fine dining, tons of sports, art, theatre, and night life, if any of that appeals to you.
The Twin Cities are also very cosmopolitan in a low key way. For instance you can find cuisine from pretty much anywhere in the world but you'd need local knowhow on where to find the good stuff.
If you do decide to come here I wish you the best of luck and hope you have an enjoyable and memorable time.
As far as weather you are looking at this area going into the winter and we have winters here unlike any you may have experienced. When the snow starts falling here, it stays, for months. For fun, many of us drive on the frozen over lakes. Even with all the Global Warming mongering going on last winter this region was the only place on the entire planet that was colder than normal, normal for us, that is.
There's a plus side to that. We are encouraged to stay indoors and snuggle up =).
Best place to stay? Downtown Minneapolis or Bloomington near the airport are the usual spots. As a john I couldn't honestly tell you which is best (I do not live in, nor particularly care for, either) but I would think Downtown would be better. Seems classier, access to all the amenities of a large metropolitan area (The twin cities region is about 3.5 million people), including the skyway system. Fine dining, tons of sports, art, theatre, and night life, if any of that appeals to you.
The Twin Cities are also very cosmopolitan in a low key way. For instance you can find cuisine from pretty much anywhere in the world but you'd need local knowhow on where to find the good stuff.
If you do decide to come here I wish you the best of luck and hope you have an enjoyable and memorable time.
Like I said, I'm perfectly fine with "don't bother." It's a much better alternative than finding out too late!
It appears you require every prospective client to disclose his civilian identity. Established track record and provider references won't do the trick. Also, you cut off your target demographic at 55 years of age. Between the two, I have to say that "don't bother" is probably the best advice.
But that could just be sour grapes because I'm too old. It'll be interesting to see if voices pop up to the contrary.
But that could just be sour grapes because I'm too old. It'll be interesting to see if voices pop up to the contrary.
A local radio personality is making fun (exaggerating) our accent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OymMl734Ews A funny kid: the "MN nice" part is funny (and quite true) but it's fun. And yes, some do wear shorts year round. He still exaggerated the accent (starting about 1/3 way through) but the beginning is really close to what you'll hear in the metropolitan area: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9ZUDShDHtw The true MN accent you get outside the cities: http://youtu.be/-S4YQJ9Tx1k?list=PLLowMGR-_JN3jr7_3aOVRKKaSkZeO97ay One thing i noticed when I moved away from MN for a while was how social we are. When you are in an isolated hallway and you pass another person and your eyes meet, you greet each other. Not so much in crowded areas, but definitely in quieter areas. It's just how it is. "Hi there." with a nod, or something like that. And we're super possessive about the road. Merging is difficult sometimes and get out of the fast lane if you're not going to go fast. Best time to visit MN if you want to see things is springtime. The bugs aren't bad yet (mosquitos are awful here) or later autumn. Just before Labor Day gives you opportunity to see our Renaissance Festival as well as our State Fair, and both are definitely worth seeing, although you will likely need an entire day for each, which leaves less time for touring. Anyhow...yeah...we're a strange (but loveable) bunch.
Hell if some girls are so popular that they can pick and choose who they see based on age, weight, height, and race more power to them. We kind of do the same thing on here too - don't we guys.
Kind of wonder what happens when a guy shows up and shows ID with real name although the correspondence emails have a different name and they get all confused because seriously who uses there actual name on here.
There, that's my hard sell. Now - can I book an appointment?
Hansolo
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20 / 27
GoGoGretchen
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