Andrew Lewis

Editor

Hey, I’m Andrew Lewis – nice to meet you.

I’m the guy behind SlavicBrides.net, and if you’ve stumbled upon this site, chances are you’re curious about what it’s really like to meet and date Slavic women online. You’re in the right place. I built this site to give honest, no-BS reviews of international dating platforms — with a special focus on the ones connecting Western guys with amazing women from Eastern Europe. Why? Because I’ve been in your shoes. More than once.

Let me give you the full picture.

Where it All Started

I’m originally from British Columbia, Canada — small town guy with a big curiosity for the world. In my early 30s, after a rough breakup and a long winter that wouldn’t quit, I got the idea to travel. Europe was my first stop, and I ended up staying way longer than I expected. I bounced around a lot: Kraków, Kyiv, Lviv, Belgrade, Sofia. You name it, I probably had a beer there.

But what really caught my attention wasn’t just the architecture or the food — it was the women.

There’s something undeniably graceful, intelligent, and feminine about Slavic women. And no, I’m not talking about some Instagram fantasy. I’m talking about real women — thoughtful, strong, serious about relationships, but also deeply caring once you get past the initial coolness. I wanted to meet them. So I turned to the internet.

Trial, Error… and Getting Burned

Like most guys, I started with the big-name international dating sites. The ones that pop up on Google when you search “how to meet Eastern European women.” Some were decent. Others? Straight-up scams.

I remember one of my early experiences: I matched with a woman named “Tatiana” on a flashy-looking site. Her photos looked legit, her messages were warm — but something felt off. Every time I asked to move the conversation off-platform, she dodged. Every week, she had some family “emergency” and needed “support.” I sent money once. Shame on me. That’s all it took to realize I’d been had.

And she wasn’t the only one. There were a few Olgas, a Marina, and even a “translator” who turned out to be chatting with me on behalf of multiple women. Each one taught me a lesson. Painful, expensive lessons — but lessons nonetheless.

But then came the good stuff.

Real Connections, Real Women

I also met incredible, genuine women through these platforms. There was Anna, a school teacher from Ukraine, who had a sarcastic sense of humor and a passion for photography. We spent a summer traveling from Lviv to the Carpathians. Then there was Milena from Serbia — classy, driven, absolutely stunning. We didn’t work out long-term, but the connection was 100% real. We still talk now and then.

The difference between the scams and the sincere ones? It’s all in the platform, the communication tools, and how well you know the game.

That’s why I created this site.

Why I Built SlavicBrides.net

There’s a sea of dating platforms out there — and not all are created equal. Some charge sky-high credits for low-quality interactions. Some flood you with fake profiles and bots. And a few? They’re worth every penny.

I wanted to create a space where I could share honest reviews, based on real experience — not paid promos. I test the sites myself. I track red flags. I review the interface, cost structures, communication tools, even the vibe of the platform. I dive into whether the women are real, what kind of replies you can expect, and whether you’re just paying to chat with someone’s uncle running a keyboard farm in Moldova.

This isn’t a one-size-fits-all guide. Some guys are looking for serious relationships. Others just want adventure. I get it — I’ve been in both boats.

My goal is simple:
To help you avoid the traps and find something real.

Let’s Be Real for a Second

Have you ever asked yourself: Is this woman actually into me, or am I just a source of income?

That’s the question I didn’t ask early enough. But now, it’s one of the first things I help guys figure out here on the site. I cover everything from red flags, to how to write a profile that gets replies, to which platforms are worth your time in 2025.

So yeah — I’m not some internet guru. I’m a regular guy who’s been around the block, got burned, got smarter, and now helps other dudes get the most out of international dating.

Stick around, read the reviews, and feel free to shoot me a message through the contact page if you’ve got a story to share — or a site you want me to check out.

We’re in this together.

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Andrew Lewis
Founder, Reviewer, & Slavic Dating Survivor
slavicbrides.net