Blog: tips for meeting new people
Practical guides to meeting people, making friends and talking safely on video calls: conversation topics, languages, friendships across borders and more.
40 conversation topics for a video call with someone you don't know
Icebreakers and questions to keep the conversation going and avoid awkward silences on a video call with someone new. Ordered from light to deeper.
How to make friends from other countries without leaving home
Ways to meet people from other countries online: language exchange, video chat, interest-based communities and how to keep in touch.
How to make friends in Valparaíso and Viña del Mar if you're new
Practical ideas to meet people when you move to Valparaíso or Viña del Mar, Chile, for study, work or a fresh start: activities, habits and how to begin.
How to make friends in La Serena and Coquimbo if you're new
Practical ideas to meet people when you move to La Serena or Coquimbo, Chile, for study, work or a change of pace: activities, habits and how to take the first step.
What happened to Omegle? Why it shut down and what to use now
Omegle shut down in November 2023 after 14 years. Why it closed, what we learned from its story and what to look for when choosing a video chat today.
How to make friends in Santiago, Chile if you're new in town
Practical ideas to meet people in Santiago when you arrive from another city or country: activities, habits and how to use the internet to your advantage.
How to practice English by talking with real people (free)
Free ways to practice English through real conversation: language exchange, video calls, short routines and how to stop being afraid of making mistakes.
How to meet new people as an introvert (without burning out)
Realistic tips to meet people without draining yourself: choose the right format, prepare the conversation and make the most of one-on-one chats.
First video call with someone you met online: how to prepare
What to check beforehand, what to talk about and what to watch out for on a first video call with someone you met online, so it's comfortable and safe for both.
How to spot fake profiles, bots and scams on apps to meet people
Clear signs that a profile is fake or a scam on apps and video chats to meet people, and what to do if it happens to you. A practical guide to staying safe.
What to say when starting a random video chat: 15 ways to say hi
15 greetings to start a conversation on a random video chat without going blank, plus tips so the other person wants to keep talking.
What to do if someone makes you uncomfortable on a video chat
Clear steps if someone makes you uncomfortable, disrespects you or shows something you don't want to see on a video chat: hang up, block, report and look after yourself.
How to make friends in Concepción, Chile as a newcomer
Concrete ideas to meet people in Concepción if you moved there to study or work: activities, places to start and how to go from acquaintances to friends.
How to meet new people when you work from home
Working from home can isolate you. Practical ideas to meet people and not feel lonely: routines, activities, shared spaces and online conversations.
Video calls on your phone: how to look and sound better
Simple tricks to look and sound better on a video call from your phone: lighting, angle, background, audio and connection. Without buying anything.
How to practice Portuguese by talking with Brazilians
Ideas to practice Portuguese by talking with Brazilians even as a beginner: what to say, common mistakes for Spanish speakers and how to keep the conversation going.
Chilean slang: 20 words explained for people from other countries
The Chilean words that confuse foreigners most and how to explain them: cachai, al tiro, pololo, fome, bacán, la once and more. Great for conversation.
How to meet new people and make friends after 30
After 30, making friends gets harder: less time, groups already formed. Practical, realistic ideas to widen your circle without forcing it.
How to make friends in Antofagasta and northern Chile
If you moved to northern Chile for work or study, ideas to meet people in Antofagasta and other northern cities, even if you work shifts.
How to meet people when you move to another country
Moving abroad is exciting and lonely at the same time. Practical ideas to make friends, understand the local culture and not isolate yourself in the first months.
How to make friends in Temuco and southern Chile
Ideas to meet people in Temuco and southern Chile if you moved there to study or work: activities, nature and how to get through the long winters.
How to overcome shyness when talking to strangers
Simple techniques to loosen up when talking to people you don't know: what to do before, during and after a conversation, while still being yourself.
From an online conversation to a real friendship
How to turn a good conversation with someone you met online into a lasting friendship: simple steps, a comfortable pace and signs the other person wants it too.