Christmas is not only a season for giving but for some, dating
as well.
Dating professionals say more singles are signing up for their
services this month, up 20 per cent from last month.
The Newsdesk finds out why the love bug is biting some singles this
month.
Some singles aren’t comfortable with the
thought of being on their own this month.
27 year old Linda hopes that she won't be standing alone under the
mistletoe this year.
And so she has taken the first step to finding Mr
Right.
"I guess sense of humor is very important being a gentleman is a
plus point but then again I think characteristics play a huge role
. The festive season is around the corner and my friend do
encourage me to meet people from all trade."
Linda is not alone in the year end rush to date.
Dating agencies MediaCorp spoke to say it is the peak season for
them as many clients have taken some time off work to find the
right partner.
Betty Goh , co founder of dating agency 'Who Works Around You' says
she sees more working professionals from the banking and IT
industry signing up this month.
They are generally between 27 and 35 years old.
"They are more for working professionals during this festive break
time they just get out and relax and it’s the best time they are
taking time off to go dating you know."
Dating agencies MediaCorp spoke to say they have not increased
their prices during the festive period.
Dating agencies charge between 40 and 300 dollars to set up a
date.
Lydia Gan, manager of dating agency Cliquewise, feels that the
increase in numbers might be due to unfulfilled new year
resolutions.
"For Christmas and new year people probably reflect on the previous
years resolution that they've made it could be that they wanted to
find a partner by the end of this year when the end of the year
reaches it kind of gives them an urgency to reach their
goal."
Activities such as Christmas parties and even high tea sessions are
planned for these singles to mingle.
However, will such relationships last ?
Betty Goh from dating company, Who Works Around You.
"Not all of them. People just come for the fun of it just get a
date to spend during the festive so it’s a one off
thing."
However, Ada Wong co founder of the Dating Loft says relationships
do not just happen during the festive season.
Perhaps it’s just a good excuse for more people to
meet.
"So I think it’s more of a numbers game, they see more people the
higher chances of seeing someone they like and the higher chances
of them going into a relationship as well."
Whether it’s simply a numbers game, time off during the festive
year end definitely seems to be helping singles get into the mood
for love.
--938Live
