All of my clients do. In fact its part of the screening process to meet in public first before i take them to my private quarters. It also allows them to relax a little and ads to the flirting.

thats just me though i understand a lot of gentleman's worries about being seen in public wiht a young woman

I prefer 2hr sessions, or dinner + 2.  With a familiar friend I like overnights though can't always afford or arrange them.

Just as there are many different categories of providers there are different groups of clients who have different preferences.  The 1 hr preferred guys are probably the most common but are not the only group represented here.

For me it is too much of a risk. I will do 2-hr dates with a lady I have seen before and know we get along. For some dates, even 1hr was pushing it.

So I do love the 2-hr date with the right girl, but a blind date for 2 hrs? That's a big gamble I usually am unwilling to take.

Now if you offered a refund after 5-10 minutes if it was clear there was no chemistry, I would take that risk.

I have actually seen girls' ads offer a brief introduction with a "no-fault" cancellation clause. Gutsy.

-tessen

and only charging them the 1 hour rate.  The first half hour, was truly for me, and I expressed that I needed that time to get to know someone new.

I literally turn my back, to turn around and get a chilled water out of the ice bucket and the guy is naked and has me naked in about a half a second.

He proceed to pound me non stop for the next hour and half.

NEVER EVER EVER, will I do a "get to know" you pro bono.

Learned my lesson.

9 out of 10 of my encounters are 2hr dates with chit-chat for the first 1/2 hour

I think I'm the first responder, but I am noderated so you'll see this much later.

I am such a guy. My handle does not refer to the length of appt I like. For me, a conversation is very stimulating. I like taking in everything about a women, including her movements, facial expression, tone and timber or her voice, the things she likes to talk about, the word she chooses. I especially like to sense all of her femininity and sexiness while she is fully clothed. Those subtle stimulators build such tension and excitement that when the fun begins (I like that to build as well) it is all the more exciting.

However, like most hobbyists, I have had to cut way back on by budget which leaves me in a predicament. While I prefer quality (longer session) over quantity (more sessions) my little partner is rebelling due to the lack of frequency.

I am actually considering booking a 30 min (aaaarrrgghh!) with a provider I've seen before to make junior partner happy.

Sadly, then my handle will describe by booking time. I'm not sure I can live with that.

See the next thread below.

I like to know the ladies, especially the ones I might want to see again. However, I wouldn't call a half hour intro to a 2 hour session "truly" getting to know his companion.

Personally, I like the mysteries involved with getting hot first and THEN chatting during a breather and afterwards.

That's my preference. Others will vary.

I doubt you'll find one guy who wouldn't prefer two hours instead of one. Paying for two is where the problem is.

If you price the 2nd hour accordingly, maybe at 1/2 the 1st, or offer 80 minutes for not much more than 60, you'll definitely be booking longer perties.

All that said, I do thing most would prefer to ease into things.

Absolute majority of my dates are 2-4h.

In some cases (visits outside of NYC and couples dates) I actually have 2-3h minimum.

I think it depends on what you have to offer, what market segment you are pursuing and how you structure your rates.

Lina

or find one of my ex-wives or girlfriends to talk to.
I don't pay providers to shoot the breeze.
If you wanted to chat on the phone that could be arranged, but I am not going to pay you for it.

If a hobbyist is going to pay for a two hour session, there will probably be time in between cups for a little verbal chatter.

Take it from ole ego_check. You don't want the reputation of being a chatterbox

rate!  I won't waste my time with a lady who prefers a 2 hr min, and charges 1K for it.  I don't want to know her that bad, I don't even want to fuck her that bad!  As mentioned above, everyone would love to spend the time, paying for it is the problem.
There are a lot of really great ladies out there that can show you a great time for two hours, and not cost you the mortgage payment.  You just have to look a little harder.  For the variety lovers out there I guess it makes sense to spend $300/hr on 2 1 hr dates, than to spend $500/$550 on 1 2 hr date.  Many tier their prices to attract longer dates, and it's something I look for rather than the flat rate.
The perfect set up for me is 1.5 hr, but that is, for some reason, not popular with a lot of providers.
But in answer to your question, ya there are guys who like to do that(at least one that I know of).
Those who get on this board, talk about "chemistry" or a "connection" while doing nothing but 1/2 hr or one hr dates are just walking BullShit!  No you won't totally know the other person in a 1/2 hr prior to commencment of further activities.  However, unless you are a totally backward wallflower, it's a good icebreaker, and lead in to the festivities to follow  

Yes, he does exist

I have seen several clients, especially those who travel a lot, that schedule extended dates so we can get comfortable with each other before we move on to other stuff. They enjoy the company for the extra hour or so.
Others want to get straight to business and that is great too. Eveeryone has different needs and expectations. part of being a successfull provider is learning to cater to those different needs.

I get this on a pretty regular basis.  These gentlemen are looking for a certain experience tht requires more than just an hour.  Some also want experiences that take longer time, for others, the experience they are looking for takes an hour or less.

While not having a tremendous amount of experience in the hobby, I have only done 1 1/2 or 2+ hour dates.

I cannot see how 1 hour is nearly enough!!!!!

Donation has something to with it. Charge what you may but sometimes donation for 2 hrs doesn't make sense. I stay from those because they are already Math challenged and there is nothing to get to know.

Too much flash results in kill joy!

With civvies, especially ladies that live in my town I would rather get to know her before we have sex,and if we enjoy each others company we usually talk a lot on numerous dates before any play time.Sometimes as many as ten dates.Usually in my experience if it doesn't happen by then its not going to happen however  there have been rare exceptions. I usually like a minimum of four dates before the main act as the sex has more real passion, tends to last longer, and usually a  better chance of repeat..  
With providers I am renting her time and I like to get with the program when I walk in the door.
Normally with providers as long as I leave the correct donation and I "act' polite, she will see me again, even if I ask her to get on her knees within the first two minutes of our meeting
Just one more reason I  read TER reviews ..I don't want to ask providers to do anything they aren't comfortable with.

Some men simply enjoy taking their time.

Xoxo.

According to my unscientific empirical data, the most desired length of an appointment (from men's perspective) distribution:

1/2 hr: 30%
1 hr: 60%
2 hrs: 4%
2+ hrs: 6%

That's the demand side of the story (90% of men want 1 hour or less).  With that said, 2-hour minimum requirement does not make much sense (they do exist, just not sensible).

I prefer two hours but the finances don't always allow.

Money isn't the issue (although I don't like the idea of paying for too much chit-chat), but time is. One time during a 2 hour date I got 14 phone calls and people were about to call the cops to try to track me down, so I've done mostly 1 hour dates since then. I prefer 1 hour dates now.

I have done a one hour appt...once.

Since then its been 2 hour minimums.  My personal preference is to have a more laid back atmosphere that lends itself to an experience that is not completely about the physical.  I enjoy a beautiful woman that is capable of being "sexy" with her clothes on.  

The perfect date is a lady that knows how to stroke more than my c***.  This may be a reason I have not frequented the PYT category as they be less likely to have what I am seeking.

To each his own, but this is what floats my boat.

As a matter of fact, I insist on talking before we meet anyway. For the same reasons.

I like to be comfortable, also, and anything that puts you at ease I'm all for.

Now, I'll admit, I have gotten too close and things went to hell. So, I need to tweak my approach somewhat.

Dig the post, though. Thank you.

I've found that I rarely need more than 60 minutes to consummate a relationship. Don't get me wrong, I love the women and admire how hard they work to make us happy, but my view of this is more industrial than most.

All of my dates so far have been 2+ hours.  Not quite comfortable yet with "Hi, nice to meet you.  Legs in the air, please."



Usually I ask if she can suggest something she'd like to drink, so we can break the ice before the games begin.

spurts of activity.
Also the dinner date is very common.
So, yes.. I don't know if the precursor interlude is really to 'get to know me'.. but more to set up a vibe and a 'real' date type scenario.

Plus, women are people.  It truly seems the MAJORITY wants to get to know me at least a little as an idividual.  But sometimes it backfired cuz I get to know too much about them as individuals and its an ender. haha   *hey, that is mostly a JOKE*

SO,, not sure if the exact time amount is the factor here.  BUT absolutely most men want to talk and vibe and 'get to know' a girl. and YES men get extended hour dates..  

I truly love the ladies. Getting to know one is half the fun. And yes I always try for a 2hr or longer time. But many ladies just are not interested. They are more interested in the wam bam let get it over so I can get paid.

So considering this is a business for the ladies what motivation does a lady have to get to know a guy?

I typically only hobby once or twice a quarter, so I am usually interested in the quality of the entire experience rather than the "total mileage" of one.  I almost always book a 90 min (if offered) or 2 hr. appointment so that I CAN have some "get to know you time" up front and a little pillow talk time during and/or after.

I've had a 1.5 to two hour minimum for a couple of years now, and I'm still doing okay.

However, I would have run into a lot more difficulty finding clients willing to take the risk of meeting for longer than an hour when I was basically an unknown. It wouldn't have been impossible, but for a while I was struggling just to find clients who would risk even an hour. They are putting their money, time, and even physical safety at stake when seeing someone who isn't established, and that risk only increases with a longer date.

So, if it's really important to you to have a two hour minimum, hang in there and stay firm on it. If your marketing is strong, business will come, but it might take longer. If it's more important for you to build a name for yourself and have steady business *now*, there's nothing wrong with an hour (or 90 minutes). And it doesn't mean conversation is ruled out altogether; while it was definitely a lot more rushed, you can bet I spent time talking and getting to know people even on my one hour dates.

I like to get to know my date

WHILE NAKED!!! I like two hour dates yes. I won't allow myself to be schmoozed into one or mandated. I'm NOT going to talk with you unless you periodically stick your tongue down my throat.

You're teetering on unrealistic. You're a provider;PROVIDE. Maybe follow a lead.

I prefer 2 hour minimum as well. Maybe because I am not doing it every couple of weeks like some. But to each their own. But it does take a bit of research at times. One of my favorites was a lucky find, no reviews - at least that I could find, but quite a few ads placed here and other sites. Took a while for me to contact her - spent some time reading posts on her blog etc. Then took the plunge for 2 hours. I was lucky as I found a gem and see her regularly -but I agree sometimes a risky. I prefer the longer meetings because I do enjoy conversation etc instead of just rushing into it.

In a word, yes.  When I can afford the time and $.  Of course, I'm a relative newbie, so take that for what it's worth.  When I'm "shopping" and "doing my research", I definitely check the 1.5 and 2 hour rates.