Hey guys! I wanted to ask what do you bring to a first date other than the donation? Do you bring a briefcase or bag and take the donation out? Just want to know what is the least peculiar way to do this?

I will bring a business brief case. I dress in a suit and the brief case allows for a change of clothes, my bathroom items, and of course my donation.

If you're not bringing a gift (wine, snacks), get a small greeting card or envelope and use that for the donation. Slide it in your jacket or pants pocket, just don't wrinkle it up.  
I've never needed cover, but sometimes a prop can ease your nerves. A briefcase or laptop bag is good in a business class hotel - you're meeting a colleague to work on a presentation. (Not a complete lie, is it ....) It's also handy to put your keys & phone in, since that guarantees you won't leave it behind.
I have also gone the complete opposite route if we're meeting in a suburban place that might be frequented by families. I'll just put the goodies in a plastic shopping bag. It might read as "honey I got those Twinkies you wanted", but it's anonymous & useful afterwards. Either way, I shy away from carrying around a colorful & obvious gift bag.
Do whatever helps you feel comfortable and like you belong there.

most incall locations, a laptop bag works just fine (without the laptop). I have even put a chilled bottle of champagne or white wine in a plastic bag and then put the plastic bag in the laptop bag. I also include my shower soap so that I smell the same when leaving the incall location. And yes, the donation is in a smaller pocket inside the laptop bag.  

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.. stick it in my back pocket. I try and use large bills to keep the envelope thin.

I simply count out the donation and put it in one pocket and the rest of my cash in the other. I don't bother with an envelope as it's much easier to simply lay the donation on the nightstand in plain sight. If you use hundreds it's pretty easy for her to see, even a distance of several feet that there are 3,4,5  hundred dollar bills lying there and she can put her mind to rest. With an envelope she might need a moment to check the contents as some deadbeats have been known to fill the envelope with singles or even cut up newspaper.

 
I never bring a briefcase or bag as the only thing I ever really need to bring with me are the donation, a hard dick and a good attitude. None of those items require a briefcase or bag. lol

 
This is one of those situations where "less is more" don't overthink it, the simpler you keep it the better. PLEASE don't listen to the "cloak and dagger" crowd who tell you to bring a gym bag, skulk around the stairways, or otherwise try to use deception in order to "blend in" the easiest way to blend in is to stop "trying" Do you pay any attention to other people in hotel lobbies? (hot chicks excluded of course) No, of course you don't, and neither does anyone else. Just go about your business and you will be just fine.

you don't necessarily have to use an envelope just keep the cash in your pocket.
Or you could get a greeting card and put the money in the card.
If you are worried about sticking out try a manilla folder looks like you are there on business and have the card inside of the folder.

There is a human part that delves into paranoia at times, and I get that, especially in an illegal business. And I actually do understand why some newbies would ask the question as they are inexperienced and very nervous.

 
But the guys here with tons of experience, spread out over decades, that think there is some group of people sizing us up as we are walking in and out of hotel lobbies, like ex-cons looking down at black jack tables to spot card counters, seems so bizarre to me and only adds to the already overblown and hysterical paranoia some possess.

 
Just don't tell the front desk you are there to see a hooker and you will be fine. lol

I love to read and always nice to have new reading material with the donation on it

I use a boutique or dept store shopping bag with strap handles. Hiding in it totally concealed are the flowers (always) and 2 Heineken`s for nerves and V-pills. I use a studio card with 3-6 Ben Franklin`s and a $10 scratch-off Lottery ticket which I carry in my sport jacket 'inside' pocket.
I do this routine whether she`s a new girl or repeating regular. Cannot tell you how many times I`ve  gotten a late night "Happy text" from the lady telling me she won $10-$50. Regardless, win or not, you`re thoughtfulness  will be well rewarded when it comes time to ask her for her 411 ok or white list here and okaying you with other providers.

Good luck young man, you`ll be fine.