Traveling as a Couple 101: Make the Most Out of It!

Traveling as a couple is not just an exciting thing to look forward to but can do much good in their overall relationship. Regardless of where they choose to go, the fact they’re together and working towards making it a great one makes the experience more meaningful and thrilling.

So if you’re in a relationship, this is your sign to go on holiday with your partner if you haven’t already. And to get you started, you can follow this fun guide. 

Happy reading!

Perks of Traveling as a Couple

Some benefits to traveling with your boo include:

1. It can be done at any budget.
2. You create new memories.
3. You get to unwind and relax.
4. There’s more time to be intimate.
5. It improves your communication skills.

Couple Travel Ideas To Consider and Try Out

In need of fun travel ideas when traveling as a couple? Check out our list down below:

1. Hiking
2. Beach
3. Island Hopping
4. Visiting a new country
5. Revisiting favorite countries and tourist spots
6. Spa Resort
7. Cruise
8. Provincial road trip
9. Safari
10. Festivals
11. Spiritual/Religious Retreats
12. Hobby-related escapades
13. Adrenaline-rushing getaways
14. Joining a travel group
15. Camping
16. Renting a van to various destinations

Sex While Traveling as a Couple

In case you want to insert some private time with your boo in between your travels, browse through our suggestions on how to pull them off here.

1 Quickies before leaving your hotel room

Don’t underestimate the power of a quickie, wherever on earth you are! If you have a packed day ahead based on your itinerary, squeezing one in before heading out can increase your excitement levels and overall make you feel good for the rest of the day. 

2 Sex on the beach

If you’re traveling as a couple to a tropical location, public sex on the beach should be on the cards. Even more so if you’re both bold and eager to take risks! But just like the previous idea, you should find a discreet spot away from the public eye that’s still safe. Bring a towel to avoid sand getting all over your body and a huge umbrella to further shield your sexy shenanigans.

3 Playing with a wearable sex toy

Whether it’s you or your partner, there’s nothing spicier than exploring various must-see spots with some hidden buzzing. That can happen through wearable sex toys, like panty vibrators, cock rings, and anal vibrating plugs. They can be app or remote-controlled, depending on your preferences.

So talk about being a lot more hyper and having an extra pep in your step! But try not to get too weak and wobble when the settings heighten.

When you push this idea through, it’s important to be discreet and also take note of what countries actually ban sex toys. The last thing you’d want on your vacation is a crime on your record.

4 Shower or Bathtub Sex

Most vacations lead to staying in a hotel room for lodging, wherein you’re granted a bathroom. Not unless you’re outdoors, but for most, it’s usually the former. Or even a villa, Airbnb, or a suite with a master bedroom.

But besides the point, a steamy sexcapade in your bathroom can take things up a notch in your dynamics. Even more so if this bathroom is fancy and unlike yours back home. In turn, you can choose to do it in the shower or bathtub. Whichever of the amenities are provided. You can even do both! Maximize this space to really make your money’s worth, but be careful as well since there’s a lot of wetness around you. And it’s not that type of wetness we’re talking about.

5 Mile-High Club

Call this THE pre-main travel sexcapade. But technically, this idea already falls under the umbrella of traveling as a couple. It’s not called air travel for a reason.

Regardless, joining the mile-high club can be challenging. But then again, higher risk means higher reward. Some tips you can keep in mind are to book chairs near the restroom, get night flights so no one notices your shenanigans too much, and keep it quick. Literal come and go!

How to Maximize Your Travels as a Couple

Traveling as a couple means making the most out of your time together, or at least somewhere in a different place from your usual norms. To ensure you do, read through this helpful section that guarantees an amazing trip to remember.

1 List down the possible places you’d like to go with each other.

As the two of you sit down and deeply talk about your plans for the year, having a trip together is certainly on the table. Or two, you guys decide how many times you want to travel for the year ahead. Thus, share with them the different places worth the travel and the things you can do. It’s ideal to gather these ideas beforehand and categorize them in various budget groups so it’s easier to filter further down the line.

From there, highlight which ones you both agree on until you’ve ultimately decided where you want to go this year.

2 Plan in advance.

Once you’ve decided on the place/s you want to go, depending on how many vacations you’re eager to have for the year, it’s time to plan! Start by overseeing your budget, picking a specific place/s that’s beautiful and wallet-friendly. 

Next, decide on what dates you find most appealing (e.g., most holidays in between) and fit into your schedule, considering how many work leaves you have here. If one or both of you are still studying, picking a period where there are lots of national or school holidays can be your go-to. 

Afterwards, check the flight prices (if flying out) and the rates of your ideal lodging places and see if you can get a deal from them. 

You can also check out some activities and how much they’re worth. Make sure the activities you choose are activities you both want to do together. Those are some of the most prioritized factors to consider here, so don’t look past them.

3 Compromise.

At some point during the planning and even the trip itself, you’ll experience moments wherein you don’t see eye to eye with your partner. For example, they want to do something extreme like bungee jumping, but you fear heights and falling. A compromise here can be sight-seeing from a relatively high building, but no jumping or anything crazy is involved.

4 Share certain travel gear.

Some necessities like toothpaste, tissue, and even outerwear like jackets can be shared throughout a trip. Sharing certain items when traveling as a couple can reduce the weight of your luggage and decrease any extra money spent through the trip preparations.

5 Track your expenses.

Aside from setting a budget for the trip, noting down where your money is going keeps your finances aligned and organized. It also lessens the chance of losing money and the stress of not knowing where your money went and how they were spent and divided. 

Thus, tracking your experiences is highly recommended when traveling as a couple. This task can even be divided among both partners, like one does the day-to-day tracking while the other oversees what means of payment they’re using, whether physical money, virtual payments, or cards.

6 Have one day apart.

If your holiday together exceeds 3 days, it’s helpful to dedicate one day to yourselves. Spending the whole day with your partner can be a lot, especially when it’s your first time going that long. And think about this: this holiday is for yourselves individually as it is for you guys together. Who says that reconnection is limited to just you guys as a couple? The kind of reconnection you get on a trip when it’s just you is as enriching and rejuvenating. 

7 Be flexible.

While you guys can research the best things to do on your trip and plot them out on your schedule, it helps to have some freedom and leeway in between. In other words, make your own discoveries and explorations based on your surroundings. You might find that there’s some extra fun nearby that no one recommended yet. For example, you discovered and dined at a hidden gem of a restaurant on your way to your next activity.

8 Avoid comparison.

It’s easy to compare your plans to influencers online or even your friends. Comparison is the thief of joy when you spot certain fun things you didn’t include in your trip, whether due to your budget or not having enough time to pull them off. 

And while it’s easier said than done, comparing your trips and plans to another one’s should be prevented. At the same time, you don’t know the full experience of the other person since they only show what they choose to show. They may have setbacks during their trip too, like it’s a common thing that occurs. 

9 Patience is key.

Traveling as a couple can bring in a lot of stress, expected and unexpected types. And it’s so easy to fall into the blame game when something doesn’t turn out well or any misfortunes occur. Hence, you two need to give each other grace and space (even for a minute) to rethink your words and recharge your energy. Trips are meant to be enjoyable, so holding any grudges against each other won’t do any good for you. Instead, setbacks can serve as lessons as you go along with your trip to improve your skill and mindset and overall enhance your trip even.

10 Be in the moment.

When traveling as a couple, you can’t help but take pictures and vlog your experience as pockets of future nostalgia. It’s inevitable and beautiful to do so. But balancing being on your phone and in the moment is important to truly enjoy your trip. So if you can, stay off your phones and treasure each other’s presence. You’ve carved out valuable time from your busy realities for this vacation, so make every moment count!

Takeaway

Traveling as a couple is an amazing bonding experience, regardless of budget, location, and activities involved in between. It’s a chance to reconnect, relax, and work together to push through with your plans during this time. But do remember to give each other grace and stay present as time is fleeting. 

For more thrilling and helpful guides such as this one, head on over to the Lauvblog here.