If it went wrong and you needed the help of the Police, I am not sure how sympathetic they would be. I do not agree that this is a strict Muslim country, it is liberal and tolerant and many people manage to have relationships discreetly without causing offence. I just wonder if meeting up with a man you met on the internet may be a bridge too far.
When I first left my home country and came here I trusted everyone and always gave people the benefit of the doubt. Now? Although I feel far safer here than the UK, I do NOT trust people I don't know and have a very different view of men in general. They don't need to touch you, you can feel totally violated by the way some of them look at you. This is a tough place for a woman alone, particularly a Western woman who is a bit naive, you could end up in real trouble.
If it went wrong and you needed the help of the Police, I am not sure how sympathetic they would be. I do not agree that this is a strict Muslim country, it is liberal and tolerant and many people manage to have relationships discreetly without causing offence. I just wonder if meeting up with a man you met on the internet may be a bridge too far.
When I first left my home country and came here I trusted everyone and always gave people the benefit of the doubt. Now? Although I feel far safer here than the UK, I do NOT trust people I don't know and have a very different view of men in general. They don't need to touch you, you can feel totally violated by the way some of them look at you. This is a tough place for a woman alone, particularly a Western woman who is a bit naive, you could end up in real trouble.
At least bring a friend.