Travel changes your perspective on a lot of things. You start to see that every country has its own way of handling nightlife, dating, and, yes, even escort services. Finland’s scene has its quirks, but if you ever find yourself outside of Europe—maybe on a business trip or just exploring—you might notice how different things can be.

One thing I’ve found after a few trips is that finding company in a new city isn’t always as simple as opening up your favorite local site.

Sometimes you end up on random forums, sometimes you try your luck with directories that pop up in Google, and every once in a while you come across something genuinely useful. There are a handful of global directories out there that try to cover all the big cities, but most of them feel like they’re stuck in 2011. Profiles are out of date, nothing loads on mobile, and if you get a reply at all, it’s a minor miracle.

It was on a trip abroad when I first ran into Bunny Agent. I’d seen the name before but never paid much attention. Turns out, it’s just one of those international directories that people from all over seem to use, especially when they’re in the US or the UK. What I noticed is that it doesn’t try to do too much—just listings by country and city, all kept pretty up to date. I did end up scrolling through their massage listings at one point when I was curious about what’s on offer outside the usual escort ads. If you’re into massages with a little extra or just want something a bit more relaxing than the typical night out, it’s not a bad place to start, especially if you’re new to a city.

There are definitely some cultural differences you’ll spot if you compare Finland to other places. Here, things are a bit more discreet and low-key, and you won’t see the same kind of flashy ads or big personalities you get in New York, London, or Berlin. I actually like the contrast. There’s something comfortable about the way things work at home, but it’s always interesting to see how the rest of the world handles this part of life.

Sometimes I’ll scroll through a site like BunnyAgent.com just out of curiosity, to see how other cities compare or to get a feel for where people are most active. It’s kind of fascinating to see how many people are traveling, how the listings shift over time, and what trends pop up in different regions. If nothing else, it makes for a good way to pass time on a layover.

So if you’re ever planning a trip or just want to see how things work outside Finland, don’t be afraid to do a little research ahead of time. Every city has its own rules, its own personalities, and its own pace. And sometimes, having a few extra resources bookmarked just makes life easier—whether you end up using them or not.