Bar Struggles

Although Copenhagen's bars have proven to be a lot of fun, there are some struggles that have presented themselves. I'll do my best to offer some insight and guidance into these matters in order for the rest of you to have an easier time.

The Struggles:

1. Not just having trouble understanding phone numbers through accented voices in loud bars, but names too. People end up in your phone as things like, "girl from bar 2," "tequila guy," "wait YEAH," "too tall?," or even "no idea." There is absolutely no value in that last one being in a phone.
Possible solution: Don't be afraid to ask for a name again. Or, if this seems too risky, ask how to spell the name. Even if it turns out to be a simple name, like... Beth, or something, just blame it on your American-ness and say that you just wanted to check there wasn't a specific Danish spelling. And if you can't get the actual name, do yourself a favor and be more specific than "bar girl," because hopefully there will be more than one and you will want some details when trying to remember. Oh, and, be sure to never let the prospect see their "name" in your phone if it is not the correct one.

2. Denmark is cold. Putting together outfits based on looking good and staying warm for the walk between bars is not an easy feat.
Possible Solution: Easy layering. You don't want to have too much to take off once inside a bar, but a small jacket or sweatshirt may prove very handy. Scarves and cardigans are also always a good idea. Or, if your outfit does not look good with extra layers or a scarf, there is always a beer jacket. Wear with care.

3, When the biggest cock blocker working against you is not a drunk friend, spilling a drink on your prospect, or a miserably failing pick up line, but instead the fact that the prospect lives outside of your transportation pass's zones. Then it's reevaluating time: Is the prospect worth the klippekort?
Possible Solution: Always keep a 2-zone pass with you. Or, when you meet someone you feel you may be interested in getting to know better, let your first train of questions be as follows: Hi, how are you? What's your name (listen closely, to avoid Struggle #1)? Where do you live? Ohh, really? What zone is that in? Easy enough. Then make your decision based on a hottness to travel distance ratio.

Goodnight and good luck!