12 Surprisingly Simple Tips for Traveling as a Couple
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Date: 2019-09-05
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Tiggerrrun 1020
My husband's job is transient, so we travel a lot together and have been since 2009. All your tips are so good. Talking and getting on the same page about how much money you want to spend and what you want to spend your time doing is mega important. My best tip is to talk and prioritize must do activities. What we do is I research all the things to do in an area, then I mark my MUST DOs and he marks his MUST DOs. Any activities that are the same, we do. Then with the remaining MUST DOs we usually take turns doing what he wants and what I want. When we wake up in the morning, we choose what we want to do that day from our list, if anything--sometimes we both agree to relax all day instead. The budget issue is less of an issue for us since we are married and share our money, although it is a major problem for many couples. Our biggest budget issue is deciding how much of our money we are comfortable spending on a trip and how all of our wants fit into that. As always for couples, a little bit of love and understanding go a long way I will also add that if the trip isn't a vacation, then keep your expectations in check If there won't be much time for sightseeing or relaxing, embrace the time that you will have It can be as simple as doing your best to eat authentic food and really see the locals that you do get to meet at your hotel or wherever.
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My husband's job is transient, so we travel a lot together and have been since 2009. All your tips are so good. Talking and getting on the same page about how much money you want to spend and what you want to spend your time doing is mega important. My best tip is to talk and prioritize must do activities. What we do is I research all the things to do in an area, then I mark my MUST DOs and he marks his MUST DOs. Any activities that are the same, we do. Then with the remaining MUST DOs we usually take turns doing what he wants and what I want. When we wake up in the morning, we choose what we want to do that day from our list, if anything--sometimes we both agree to relax all day instead. The budget issue is less of an issue for us since we are married and share our money, although it is a major problem for many couples. Our biggest budget issue is deciding how much of our money we are comfortable spending on a trip and how all of our wants fit into that. As always for couples, a little bit of love and understanding go a long way I will also add that if the trip isn't a vacation, then keep your expectations in check If there won't be much time for sightseeing or relaxing, embrace the time that you will have It can be as simple as doing your best to eat authentic food and really see the locals that you do get to meet at your hotel or wherever.
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Scary Fear
I agree with Justine Hietkamp. This video does not apply to me and my relationship at all. My husband and I have been together for 22 wonderful years. We don't compromise and we don't fight because we have so much in common. If it wasn't for work we'd spend probably all 24 hours a day, in the same building or area. We love to travel together and mostly cruise or road trip. I'm the one that makes the itinerary but I always ask him what he would like to do. Usually the only problem is deciding what to do. Swim with rays or submarine adventure? Oh man we both would have a hard time picking between those so then we talk about it and weigh pros and cons. We love doing the same things we've always enjoyed where we've gone. The only difference we have is food which is great because we don't fight over the same stuff. We also ask each other if the other is ok, hungry, if we need a drink. On the ship we usually take one day to do our own thing for an hour. He likes to find a quiet sitting spot and I like to explore the ship and find all the hallways. But on our last trip we ended up buying walkie talkies so we could still keep in touch while we were apart. If anything travel brings us together stronger and we can't wait for the next one. We're each others' best friend so no need for arguing about stuff. It's about being a team.
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I agree with Justine Hietkamp. This video does not apply to me and my relationship at all. My husband and I have been together for 22 wonderful years. We don't compromise and we don't fight because we have so much in common. If it wasn't for work we'd spend probably all 24 hours a day, in the same building or area. We love to travel together and mostly cruise or road trip. I'm the one that makes the itinerary but I always ask him what he would like to do. Usually the only problem is deciding what to do. Swim with rays or submarine adventure? Oh man we both would have a hard time picking between those so then we talk about it and weigh pros and cons. We love doing the same things we've always enjoyed where we've gone. The only difference we have is food which is great because we don't fight over the same stuff. We also ask each other if the other is ok, hungry, if we need a drink. On the ship we usually take one day to do our own thing for an hour. He likes to find a quiet sitting spot and I like to explore the ship and find all the hallways. But on our last trip we ended up buying walkie talkies so we could still keep in touch while we were apart. If anything travel brings us together stronger and we can't wait for the next one. We're each others' best friend so no need for arguing about stuff. It's about being a team.
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Daniel Womack
After 25 years of travelling with my s/o, we absolutely love to travel together but sometimes those moments where each of you goes your own way for a few hours can really save a trip. We all need a little time on our own now and then. So, when you're on a trip for more than a week, having a day here and there or even a few hours, where you split up, is so amazing. Sharing the stories from your day is can be absolutely magical and helps bring you back together. Or at least it has for usNEW TIP: Having a plan is nice but be flexible Sometimes transit to/from or time at a place can take longer than you planned or you simply want more time there. OR perhaps you wake up and all you want to do is lay in bed and watch TV or read all day. Let those moments happen and enjoy your day. Be open and flexible if you want to go out but your partner wants to stay in. It's a vacation for you BOTH so make sure you both enjoy your time
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After 25 years of travelling with my s/o, we absolutely love to travel together but sometimes those moments where each of you goes your own way for a few hours can really save a trip. We all need a little time on our own now and then. So, when you're on a trip for more than a week, having a day here and there or even a few hours, where you split up, is so amazing. Sharing the stories from your day is can be absolutely magical and helps bring you back together. Or at least it has for usNEW TIP: Having a plan is nice but be flexible Sometimes transit to/from or time at a place can take longer than you planned or you simply want more time there. OR perhaps you wake up and all you want to do is lay in bed and watch TV or read all day. Let those moments happen and enjoy your day. Be open and flexible if you want to go out but your partner wants to stay in. It's a vacation for you BOTH so make sure you both enjoy your time
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Tif Tif
Thanks for sharing Great tips, solo travelling is so different when travelling with partner and friends All these tips applies to traveling with others Communication is very important before the trips and allow some alone time to do different activities on your own. Split the cost but not counting every single penny. Pamper your partner int he trip (a gift voucher or prebook sth they like to do. Talk to your partner from time to time during the trip if you have any issues, before it comes up into a big issue. Try to experience and enjoy what your partner like to do, put yourself into his/her shoes, experiencing the things in a different view. If gonna being travel as a couple for a long time, split some time to do solo travelling and reunite to do couple travelling, you will treasure more the time being travel as couple and have a balance you can enjoy your alone time to do the stuff you like.
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Thanks for sharing Great tips, solo travelling is so different when travelling with partner and friends All these tips applies to traveling with others Communication is very important before the trips and allow some alone time to do different activities on your own. Split the cost but not counting every single penny. Pamper your partner int he trip (a gift voucher or prebook sth they like to do. Talk to your partner from time to time during the trip if you have any issues, before it comes up into a big issue. Try to experience and enjoy what your partner like to do, put yourself into his/her shoes, experiencing the things in a different view. If gonna being travel as a couple for a long time, split some time to do solo travelling and reunite to do couple travelling, you will treasure more the time being travel as couple and have a balance you can enjoy your alone time to do the stuff you like.
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We Are Globetrekkers
These are really good. We can't think of anything too add to these tips at the moment, but we promise to make a response video with some unique ideas My favorite is to Travel Individually. Do not be afraid of this We do not travel everywhere together. We fell in love as individuals. Its important to keep that identity through travel if you are in a long term relationship. At some point it is great if you naturally travel separate and then take your partner to that place you visited in the future. It allows for one partner to organically take the lead when you arrive at your destination. We have been together for 18 years Traveling apart definitely helps you build trust and embrace your significant other more
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These are really good. We can't think of anything too add to these tips at the moment, but we promise to make a response video with some unique ideas My favorite is to Travel Individually. Do not be afraid of this We do not travel everywhere together. We fell in love as individuals. Its important to keep that identity through travel if you are in a long term relationship. At some point it is great if you naturally travel separate and then take your partner to that place you visited in the future. It allows for one partner to organically take the lead when you arrive at your destination. We have been together for 18 years Traveling apart definitely helps you build trust and embrace your significant other more
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The Journey
My wife and I can attest to a lot of these lol Our main tips are1. Make sure you both know what the plan is. If you don't it will cause resentment from one party2. Mix it up sometimes I want to do something adventurous and she wants to do something more relaxing like a spa. We always give and take when we can so I want to serve her when I can so sometimes we will do a more relaxing day rather than adventuring and then other times she will let us do something adventurous because she knows I like it. 3. Sharing meals can save soooo much money4. Always have extra space for women's luggage because you know she is going to bring way more than you; ) 5. Journal together it will help you have an account of all the memories
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My wife and I can attest to a lot of these lol Our main tips are1. Make sure you both know what the plan is. If you don't it will cause resentment from one party2. Mix it up sometimes I want to do something adventurous and she wants to do something more relaxing like a spa. We always give and take when we can so I want to serve her when I can so sometimes we will do a more relaxing day rather than adventuring and then other times she will let us do something adventurous because she knows I like it. 3. Sharing meals can save soooo much money4. Always have extra space for women's luggage because you know she is going to bring way more than you; ) 5. Journal together it will help you have an account of all the memories
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André du Toit
Some great tips and comments thanks guys. Traveling with a partner can truly be the best of times - dotted with some of the worst of times; -) Jokes aside, it takes time and experience to become comfortable with your expectations of traveling and it becomes easier the longer you do it together. From my experience of traveling with the same partner over the last 15 odd years (wife for the last 10, I've come to understand how important it is to have the same mindset of what travel means to each of you. Being patient, supportive, generous and kind towards each other throughout is a winning recipe. And above all look for the funny in everything and enjoy each moment you share together.
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Some great tips and comments thanks guys. Traveling with a partner can truly be the best of times - dotted with some of the worst of times; -) Jokes aside, it takes time and experience to become comfortable with your expectations of traveling and it becomes easier the longer you do it together. From my experience of traveling with the same partner over the last 15 odd years (wife for the last 10, I've come to understand how important it is to have the same mindset of what travel means to each of you. Being patient, supportive, generous and kind towards each other throughout is a winning recipe. And above all look for the funny in everything and enjoy each moment you share together.
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Volpe Where Are You
As a travelling couple, we clearly agree with these tips we found out the hardest part for us for our first trips was driving When we arrived in Iceland and rent a car for the first time we were screaming a lot in the car because we needed to adapt to each other. When you know your weakness and you accept it, it is a lot easier to work on it. Now we are used to each other reactions and can easy drive for a long time without KILLING each other haha
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As a travelling couple, we clearly agree with these tips we found out the hardest part for us for our first trips was driving When we arrived in Iceland and rent a car for the first time we were screaming a lot in the car because we needed to adapt to each other. When you know your weakness and you accept it, it is a lot easier to work on it. Now we are used to each other reactions and can easy drive for a long time without KILLING each other haha
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Hey Fingal
One of the biggest tips I can suggest is one you already mentioned and that is Personal Space. Always take time for yourself. Especially important as staying in a hotel and Airbnb rooms can be quite cramped. I am very much a morning person too and love that quiet time in the morning when the world is your own and everyone is still sleeping. Thanks for the great post guys, I have forwarded this on to my partner: )
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One of the biggest tips I can suggest is one you already mentioned and that is Personal Space. Always take time for yourself. Especially important as staying in a hotel and Airbnb rooms can be quite cramped. I am very much a morning person too and love that quiet time in the morning when the world is your own and everyone is still sleeping. Thanks for the great post guys, I have forwarded this on to my partner: )
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The World Ahead
These are some really great tips. We always say travelling with your partner is a great test for a relationship due to the stress and new situations you're put in as a couple. Sometimes you even get to see a completely new side to the person that you're with which can sometimes be good or really bad If you can survive a long trip together, you're probably a good fit for one another; )
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These are some really great tips. We always say travelling with your partner is a great test for a relationship due to the stress and new situations you're put in as a couple. Sometimes you even get to see a completely new side to the person that you're with which can sometimes be good or really bad If you can survive a long trip together, you're probably a good fit for one another; )
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