Most
people would agree that traveling together as a couple is an enjoyable escape
from the day-to-day grind of life. We look forward to vacations, come back and
share stories with our friends, and reminisce about our travels for years
after.
But, did you know that studies actually show there are real relationship
benefits that transpire when you travel together as a couple?
Here are the top 6 reasons you should travel together with your significant other, according to American Express.
1. BUILD
NEW RELATIONSHIPS
When you
travel, you see and learn new things, meet new people, taste new foods, and
immerse yourself into a brand new experience. It doesn’t matter if you
travel to the same destination repeatedly or consistently knock off destinations
from, your list.
Among non-married
couples 79% say that sharing new experiences is an important reason to travel
together. Finding shared ground is key when learning about one another,
especially early on in a relationship.
Traveling together as a couple and in
turn creating shared ground to relate to one another on, can even further
relationship bonds. It can provide you with inside jokes and memories only the
two of you will share, all the while you will be learning about one another’s
tastes, interests, and habits.
2. BETTER
COMMUNICATION
Couples
who travel together report that they are over 10% more likely to communicate
well with their partners than those who do not travel together. Traveling
together provides you with opportunities to talk to one another, whether it be
on a flight, taxi ride, at dinner, or in your hotel room.
The amount of
uninterrupted time that you’ll have while on a vacation tends to be far greater
than during your typical business week, especially if you truly try to
“disconnect” from the digital world during your trip.
More than seven in ten
couples who travel together agree that talking and reconnecting is an important
reason to vacation.
3. MORE MEANINGFUL
RELATIONSHIPS
According
to the study, couples who travel together are more likely to say that they
share similar goals and desires, that they have a good balance of time together
and apart; that they have shared hobbies and interests; that they agree on how
to spend money; that they laugh and have fun together; that they handle
differences well; that their partner is patient; and that they are best
friends.
84% of respondents who travel as a couple believe that they spend
quality time together, compared to only 70% of respondents who do not. For
many relationships, quality time together is key for a meaningful and
fulfilling relationship.
4. CONNECT INTIMATELY
A lack
of energy and time can have an adverse impact on intimacy. However, a couples
getaway, if planned with the intent of relaxation and connecting with one
another, can provide an opportune time to reconnect and romance one
another.
During the study, 58% of married respondents said that being
intimate is an important reason to vacation together.
5. LONGER LASTING
RELATIONSHIPS
Strong
relationships are built on a variety of different components. According to
the study, almost two-thirds of couples believe that travel helps couples stay
together longer. It seems rather logical when you consider all the benefits of
traveling together.
You are able to build your relationship on shared
experiences, communicate, learn about each other more in depth, as well as
connect or reconnect romantically. The study even goes on to note that divorce
rates are higher among couples who do not travel together.
6. TRAVEL IS BETTER
THAN A PHYSICAL GIFT
Vacation
or new car? Survey says, 63% of respondents rate a vacation or weekend getaway
as important in sparking romance where only 15% credit a big gift to
sparking romance. Chances are, your vacation may even end up being more budget
friendly than a brand new car. It’s a win-win.
Do you
have any couples trips planned in the near future?
My favorite weekend getaways here in so cal are:
Santa Barbara,
Palm Springs,
and
ciao! fabiana
