I generally believe that a woman should always suggest going Dutch in a gentle but firm manner. If you do it right, he can acquiesce if he’s a bit short on cash or he can insist again if he really does want to do it “right.” I know it sounds like I’m trying to reduce the status of women to the Victorian era, but there’s no law that says offering someone a graceful way to bow out is demeaning to yourself. Even if he says he’ll pay, bring money to pay for yourself anyways should things go downhill and you need to leave for some reason.

It would also be a very smart idea to tell a friend where you’ll be and approximately how long it will take. It’s common sense from multiple perspectives.