For those men and women who are looking for international dating opportunities, it's important to know that you will be dealing with an entirely different culture.

Women from Asia may likely be surprised by the American style of dating, which its different from their own traditions. Not only are women held to different expectations and roles in Asian society, they also expect different things from their men as well. So, it's probably best to be aware of the dating culture in Asian countries you don't think of in American dating.

Dating in Thailand

A lot of foreigners may think that Thailand has the most relaxed dating scene in the world. However, it is just the buzz created by the country's tourism image. Like many other Asian countries, dating Thai girls often carry more traditions than in Western society. Thai women are close with family members and it is not surprising for you to realize that Thai women carry a deep sense of familial responsibility to old parents, siblings, uncles, aunts and cousins.

But as Thailand is now exposed to western cultures, dating Thai women can become a both modern and traditional experience.

Dating in China

In the past, the culture of Chinese dating did not exist even during the ancient history of China. Even today, dating always means marriage. Like many other Asian countries, Chinese treat dating seriously and it is primarily a fulfillment of family obligation. However, with the advancement of the economy and acceptance of foreign cultures, dating in China has changed a bit. Modern ways of dating, such as online dating and speed dating are booming fast. However, Chinese traditions and values on family, friendships and relationships are still strongly embedded in their hearts.

For an average Chinese woman, the normal order of priorities is listed below:

In big cities in China, you will find that the trend is changing. Many Chinese women are highly educated as well as charmingly beautiful. They are very used to the western culture and information. Still, you won't be surprised if you are exchanging correspondence with some very beautiful ladies who are modern and intelligent, and, at the same time, still strictly carrying the traditional Chinese customs and values.

Dating in the Philippines

The customs of Filipino courtship and dating also play an important role in any Asian dating scene. Filipino women love hearing nice words from their dating partner. Well this is true in most Asian girls not only for Filipino women. Therefore, you must be careful in your words when dating a Filipino woman because she has a cultural attitude to language. Filipino women are also raised not to believe anything that they hear. Yes, they are intelligent. They know how to identify if the words are only cheap talk or sweet. Proving the sincerity of your words is important for every Filipino woman.

The Philippines is closely connected to the western world because of its historical ties with Spain and the USA. Therefore, it is not difficult to assimilate into the culture of the Filipinos. Or the other way around, Filipinos won't find it difficult to communicate with foreigners. Although the culture is more similar to the west, the country is still in Asia. Many traditional values Asian share can be spotted in the Philippine society.

Another interesting factor is that Filipinos are mostly Catholic. They stick to the religion very well. Family values are respected. Therefore, dating in the Philippines can be serious, modern and enjoyable.

Dating in Vietnam

The Vietnamese are known to be polite, hospitable and sensitive. They have a casual and friendly manner and they are always open to visits from friends. Influenced by Buddhist theology and Confucian philosophy, the Vietnamese believed that fate in dating and relationship, as well as wealth and position, were preordained, though choice could play some role in activating a positive or negative fate.

Although in general Vietnamese women are Buddhist, Catholicism is also practiced in the country owing to its colonial influence from France back in the early days. So, if you date a Vietnamese woman who is Catholic, make sure that you should treat them seriously and with respect because it is a sensitive issue.

Traditionally, Vietnam girls lived with their parents until the wedding, then the couple moved to the husband’s father's house. The extended family arranged their wedding, but individuals were consulted on the choice of their mate. The typical engagement lasted six months with little contact between the Vietnam bride and groom prior to the wedding.