Female Traveler Reveals Secret to Free Meals and Local Guides: Having a 'Temporary Boyfriend' in Every Country

Orsolya Lorinc, a 34-year-old female traveler, reveals her unique travel method of choosing 'temporary boyfriends' in every country she visits. Not only does this help her save on food and travel expenses, but it also allows her to experience local lifestyles and cultures authentically. Each time she arrives in a new country, she starts swiping on the Hinge dating app, being upfront about the nature of her intended relationship. 'I usually meet local men who are okay with being a temporary boyfriend. They'll take me around, cook breakfast, buy drinks and food, and sometimes I'll stay at their place if we get along well. We typically date for about a week, depending on how long I'm in the country,' she explains. Orsolya began solo traveling in 2016 after quitting her regular job and selling her apartment. Her 'temporary boyfriend' strategy helps her manage travel expenses and avoid potentially exploitative situations. 'If you know local people, they'll show you things tour companies can't - secret locations and cultural experiences that make the country unique. I'm not using them for a free trip, just enjoying free food and having a local guide,' she adds. She emphasizes her love for solo travel and the freedom it provides. Although she doesn't detail safety considerations, Orsolya hopes her story will help normalize women's freedom in lifestyle choices. Recently, her social media post about 'temporary boyfriends' went viral, with people from around the world offering to host her in their countries.