I am relative new to this hobby and a situation arose that I need some advice on.  I have set up a second meeting with a provider that I really like.  She has suggested that we have lunch before we go to the motel.  My question: is this time to be included as part of the session.  I would like to hear from hobbyists and providers as well.

If she suggested it, my guess is that it is off the clock. However, you better ask and make sure. Nothing like a little misunderstanding at the beginning of a date to spoil the mood entirely.

Some gals might consider it time to be compensated for, others would view it as off-clock.  Best thing to do is ask this particular gal & go from there.

If you do go to lunch, don't go to an "all-you-can-eat" buffet.  An overly full stomach can make sex a lot less fun.

If she has a lunch meeting rate, then you do need to clarify as to whether lunch time is time you will be paying for.  If so, drive through windows are convenient and can be very romantic.  Sorry, having an otherwise horrible day.

Otherwise I would expect to pay for lunch like a date.  Since you are paying for lunch I would suggest you pick where you are going to eat least you find yourself paying more for lunch than for her time. LOL

I agree that you need to ask her.  I always go to lunch and dinner off the clock but many providors expect that time to be paid. Simply email her and ask if lunch is off the clock then make your decision based on her answer.

If *I* ask a gentleman to lunch......I do not ask to be compensated....it might be she actually enjoys your company.

Although I agree with everyone else, you should just ask if it's off the clock.  ~Warm Hug's~ Chrissy

hmmmm from a legal standpoint this might be difficult.  If the lunch is off the clock- then what are you paying for?

If its "companionship"  as all the disclaimers say-  then it has to be on the clock otherwise you are only paying for action, a no-no according to LE.

I think its bullshit- we all know what's going on- the lunch ought to be off the clock- but I did think we ought to think about this..

No, no, no, what you are paying for is PRIVATE companionship. Plus, after having lunch together and the chance to check each other out LE concerns should have been dealt with.

This is one situation in which there is no symmetry.  If a client asks a provider to lunch he should expect to pay for her time unless there's already a special understanding between them.  If it's the provider who takes the initiative then it should be personal, not business.

So much for what I think ought to be.  I agree with the others that the safest thing is just to ask.