Traveling is a way to build memories and explore sceneries outdoors. More than an excuse to post something for a like-worthy picture for the 'gram, it is also an incredible way to bond with your other half. This post will give tips on establishing a deeper connection with your partner while traveling together.
Why travel together as a couple?
Traveling as a couple is not easy. However, it also has a lot of perks, which makes it totally worth it in the end.
When you travel as a couple, you will be able to share life-changing experiences. Experiencing new places with your partner allows you to build a deeper connection with them. And when you share the joys and frustrations that come with long-term travel,
you'll both get to grow together.
Additionally, traveling as a couple is great for your growth as a person. You become a more well-rounded person when you are open-minded enough to explore things that you never would have tried alone. In the end, you end up liking things that you never thought you would.
Here are a few more reasons why travel is important in relationships:
It allows you to work as a team: Navigating unknown cities and coping with unexpected challenges as you travel requires teamwork. When you overcome these obstacles, you will feel closer and trust your partner more.
It is a great way to create new experiences together: Traveling with your partner is a great way to build collective interests that will make your connection to each other stronger.
It gives you a break from your routine: In this way, traveling together injects some spontaneity into your relationship by breaking your everyday routine.
It allows you to see each other at your worst: You'll both be stressed, sick, or frustrated at some point during your travels. This allows you to have your partner's back when they are at their lowest, knowing that the situation will be reversed sooner or later.
It allows you to see each other at your best: When this happens, you start to associate that feel-good feeling with each other, making you fall deeper in love in the process.
You learn more about each other: Traveling together gives you fresh insight into your partner's habits. Do they make a mess even if you patiently teach them about bedroom cleaning tips to ensure your good night's sleep? Or perhaps they like to unpack as soon as you arrive in your room while you like to take things slow. You'll find out whether your quirks are in sync, complementary, or complete opposites, which is always an interesting discovery to make.
You gain shared perspectives: With all the extra time that traveling affords you, you'll be able to discuss lots of different things, giving you a deeper understanding of your partner's viewpoints. This will eventually translate into plans for future achievable goals.
How to establish a deeper connection while traveling together?
As we have seen, traveling together can test your relationship in new and interesting ways.
Here are a few tips to help you thrive as a couple when you travel together:
1. Communicate with your partner
Communication is what makes any relationship grow and thrive, whether you are traveling or not. When you travel together, you’re going to need to communicate way more than you do at home. At home, you take each other for granted, and you have all sorts of things to keep you occupied and busy. Traveling allows you to be vulnerable and open with your partner, and when you communicate, it leaves you stronger.
2. Be patient
When you travel with your partner, you are going to inevitably fight and annoy each other at some point. This is especially true if you are traveling long-term. You will start your adventures in the honeymoon stage and after a few days, you realize that your
partner is super annoying and you cannot stand the sight of them. It is important to understand that this is just a phase that will eventually pass. Be patient and work through it and before you know it, you’ll come out the other side stronger than before.
3. Be romantic
Set aside some time to read tips for a romantic and memorable honeymoon. Even if you are trying to be frugal, set aside some money for something romantic. Spending some quality time together away from distractions can bring the spark back into your
relationship.
4. Be willing to compromise
Surprisingly, a lot of couples are not willing to compromise on even the smallest things on short trips. If you want your relationship to survive when you travel, you must be willing to compromise. Being able to give and take in a relationship is the key to having
a good time when you travel as a couple. Instead of letting one person decide everything from where you are going to what you’ll do when you get there, make compromises, and you’ll realize that the trip will become more fun that way.
5. Argue a little
It is OK to argue with each other. Couples that fight and make up are stronger than couples that don’t. Since you are going to be confined to a hotel room in a new city together, or perhaps in a car for hours if you are going on a road trip, expect to get on
each other's nerves and blame each other when things go wrong. This is perfectly normal, but there are ways to survive road trips without going crazy. Don’t hold things in. Speak up if you are not happy about something and let the other person know if
anything is wrong. Don’t nitpick but speak up if you need to say something. Your relationship will become stronger when you give the other person the opportunity to fix something because a lot of times, they may not even be aware that something is
upsetting you in the first place!
6. Don’t hold grudges
Arguing to let off some steam is perfectly OK. However, avoid holding on to things and letting the grudge fester into something ugly. Learn to let things go. Talk things through and forgive your partner, then move on. Don’t bring up past mistakes because it will
only make any situation worse. Understand what the fight is about and do all you can to address it. Once it’s done, it’s in the past.
7. Read your partner
It is not uncommon for one person to have a great time while the other is miserable when you travel. If you pay attention, you will be able to notice signs that something is wrong, allowing you to act accordingly. Don’t ignore the other person’s feelings. Look at
them and try to read them, and if they are scared or uncomfortable or otherwise not enjoying themselves, be empathetic and try to accommodate them. Ignoring your partner is a recipe for disaster.
8. Have realistic expectations
Traveling together does not mean that everything is going to be perfect. Things are going to go wrong at some point and you or your partner are going to make frustrating mistakes. Do not expect your vacation to fix all the problems in your relationship because when things do not go as planned, it’s going to hurt more.
9. Understand each other’s boundaries
Be aware of what your partner’s fears are. As you travel, don’t push anything on them that you know they are not comfortable with. It is not fair to push anyone beyond their comfort zone. While it is important to try new things, allow your partner to take baby
steps so as not to scare that sense of adventure out of them!
10. Know your triggers
Understanding what makes you act a certain way can make things a lot easier for both of you. Some people become harder to be around when they are jet lagged. Others get angry when they are hungry. Others do not know how to handle simple frustrations well
and often end up blowing things out of proportion as a result. When you can identify and understand the pattern and what causes it, controlling it becomes easier.
11. Hug it out
Hug each other when things go wrong. Hugging your partner can make most things better. It can make it feel like whatever the source of your frustration was is not really as big as you thought. And that makes all the difference.
12. Don’t act like friends
Couples that travel together can end up acting like friends. Don’t fall into this trap. Have some body contact and focus on each other. Take romantic breaks every once in a while. Be aware of your partner’s feelings and make them aware of yours. This will make your experience a much more fulfilling one.
Final Thoughts
Traveling as a couple can be challenging. For some people, the experience can even be overwhelming. Whether you are used to living or being together or not, the stress of spending ages on the road can take a toll on your relationship. However, if you stick with it and work through the obstacles as they come, traveling together can help you establish a deeper connection and you will end up growing closer and having a stronger relationship by the time you get back. All while creating memories that will last a lifetime! This is why it is always worth it to travel with your partner.
Hopefully, with the tips and tricks outlined here, it will also be easier for both of you. Make your trip extra special and hassle-free by booking your trusted provider for luxury romance travel! Happy travels!
Author: Jade Piper
Author's Bio: Jade Piper is a writer and mother based in Indianapolis. She is a keen environmentalist and in her spare time enjoys gardening, reading, and listening to music.