01/15Going on a holiday as a couple? Here's how not to end up fighting!

Going on a holiday as a couple? Here's how not to end up fighting!

There is conclusive proof that couples who travel together, have a better sex life (and relationship)! And if you have been with each other for long enough, we're not sure what's stopping you'll from travelling together. Travelling helps open your eyes to different cultures, new places and so many more opportunities, hence we implore you'll to take that jump and travel with a loved one. However, travelling with a boyfriend/girlfriend isn't always that easy. Fights, confusion and risk-factors are always something you'll must consider. So, prepping for a holiday with your boyfriend for the very first time? Keep these things in mind...

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02/15Prior to the holiday, explain to each other your typical holiday

Prior to the holiday, explain to each other your typical holiday

Surprises are fun but save those for whatever’s covered in gift wrap. Let your partner in on what your typical holiday would look like so that neither of you are disappointed later on. If the two of you’ll are going to connect with family on the holiday, then let each other know the holiday traditions your family follows. Every family has a certain way of ‘holidaying’ and your partner should be aware of it all.

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03/15Debrief about the visit with your partner

Debrief about the visit with your partner

Let’s say that everything went right, but your families did not get along on the holiday despite all the efforts the two of you put in. Sit with each other post the holiday and discuss what should and shouldn’t be done the next time. It is important to, however, keep things civil and talk things out in a calm manner.

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04/15Get yourself feeling comfortable with all that’s yet to come

Get yourself feeling comfortable with all that’s yet to come

If you are constantly concerned with how things are going to go, you will end up worrying and not enjoy the pre-holiday time with your partner that includes all the packing and the fun planning and everything that comes with it. Gauge the vibe and focus on your comfort.

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05/15Press a pause on arguments

Press a pause on arguments

We all have full-blown arguments from time to time. But you know what isn’t cute? Fighting all the time. If you’ll aren’t okay with the other’s decisions, then agree to disagree or talk things out without ending up ‘fighting’. Say what you need to say and hopefully, your partner will take things like an adult.

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06/15Take some small trips first

Take some small trips first

Going on a vacation with your partner isn't as easy as it sounds. So, to help you get to know them better, you should opt for a small trip with them first. Go for a weekend trip to some remote place where you can go hiking or trekking. This way you'll get to know all their quirks and you can use those to plan your official trip together.

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07/15Understand that the journey can make you grumpy

Understand that the journey can make you grumpy

When you're travelling to some unknown city with a bunch of unknown people there are chances that things will get to you. You might be hungry, tired, feeling lazy or might miss seeing something important. But these things happen. So, remember to cut your partner some slack if things don't go exactly the way you had planned.

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08/15Set realistic expectations

Set realistic expectations

You need to set some realistic expectations. Get travel insurance and make sure you book refundable tickets. You might not like the food there, some places might not be as exotic as you imagined and you might miss out on some place that was shut when you got there. But through all this, you need to remember that blaming your partner won't help. There's only really so much that you can control.

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09/15Do different things if you like

Do different things if you like

While you might want to take a pottery class your partner may want to visit a local exhibit. If you aren't able to plan these things together then you might as well do different things on some days of the vacation. Neither of you should feel obliged to do everything that your partner says. Although if you can, try and make sure that both your itineraries fit on the list.

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10/15Divide the responsibilities

Divide the responsibilities

It isn't necessary that your partner is as good at handling money as you are. So rather than dumping all responsibilities on either one of you, you should divide them. One person could handle the travel arrangements while the other could book hotels. One could safeguard the money while the other could make sure you get the best deals. Well, you get the gist, right? Just make sure neither one of you feels overburdened.

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