9 tips for couples' first trip together.

Start with a short vacation.

Before embarking on a long journey, start with a short weekend getaway. Plan together, preparing everything such as transportation, accommodation, places to visit, and activities to enjoy together. Starting with this short trip will better prepare you for longer journeys later, allowing both of you to feel comfortable, happy, and more connected.

Create a simple schedule.

Don't let your vacation become boring and stressful with a rigid schedule. Make the most of your time together with fun activities that you both look forward to. While planning is essential before any trip, the purpose of this first trip together is to get to know each other better and enjoy happy moments together. Therefore, sometimes, let go of overly strict plans and freely explore the beauty of your destination.

Together in unity

Deciding on the next destination, finding accommodation if you miss your bus or train, whether to go scuba diving or hiking… these are all decisions you should take turns making along the way. Don't assume one of you has to be the "leader" and decide everything. Every journey requires teamwork, and even making decisions is a way for you to show you share life with each other.

Choose a destination that you both enjoy.

Make sure you're both looking forward to the trip. If one person enjoys golf and the other prefers nature, a golf resort might not be suitable for you both. Don't force yourself to go somewhere you don't like, as it will only worsen your relationship. Find a compromise to have a trip you both enjoy.

Let's discuss financial matters.

One of the most sensitive reasons for estrangement between you two is financial issues. Knowing how to address this will help your relationship last. Discuss and agree on who will "fund" the trip, or simply split the costs equally. This way, you can both comfortably enjoy your time together and strengthen your relationship.

Understanding each other's travel preferences

Choosing the same type of travel, or alternating between them, is equally important. If one person prefers backpacking and independent travel, while the other prefers guided tours, or if one likes relaxing on a sunny, breezy beach while the other enjoys exploring mountain passes, then you both definitely need to come to an agreement.

Capture the moments you share together.

Avoid the situation where one person takes a picture of the other, only to then have to ask someone else to take a picture of the two of you. To solve this problem, a tripod is a great idea if you want to take pictures together anywhere. Later, when you look back, couple photos will surely be more interesting and evoke more memories than a single-person shot.

Bring essential items.

Don't carry your whole house in your backpack. Only when you're sweating profusely from a long walk will you realize the true weight of that backpack. Unlike normal travel, when going on vacation, girls can't expect their boyfriends to carry their belongings for them, as they struggle with their own things just like you do. So, the advice is to leave unnecessary beauty products, clothes, and electronic devices at home.

Flexibility and tolerance

All the qualities of care, patience, and tolerance that a loving relationship should possess are even more important when you travel. At home, we often imagine travel as fun and relaxation, without realizing that sometimes you might have to wake up at dawn to watch the sunrise, or stay up all night to admire the changing stars, or one of you might suddenly experience health problems and the trip is postponed. At those times, instead of getting angry or blaming each other, take a few days to rest and experience the daily life of the locals. Ultimately, you'll find that these moments of quiet reflection are essential for a long journey.

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