Good open ended questions to ask on a date?

As a female, I hate it when guys try too hard with the conversation thing. If you know what she likes, then ask more in depth questions about that. Here are some topics you could try: 1) traveling overseas, if so, where? 2) books she's read 3) does she like sports 4) favorite things to when she isn't busy - keep talking about her and try not to yawn :-) 6) compliment her clothes - where does she shop, who does her hair 7) what does she like to watch on tv 8) what are her pet peeves 9) what are her aspirations in life 10) does she date often, what's her type 11) what is the ultimate date for her