It doesn’t matter whether you’re in the honeymoon period of your relationship, or perhaps you have just set a date for your marriage. Either way, a great way of bonding together is by organising a holiday. Not just any holiday though, a romantic that you and your partner will never ever forget about. But the main question is, how do you start organising your holiday? You don’t just want to end up in a place that you neither of you enjoy. So, let’s get you started with some tips and ideas on what you should be thinking about before you jump on a plane and head out on your trip of a lifetime.
Do a test run
Don’t just immediately jump into the hell of a faraway holiday. There are so many things that can go wrong on this sort of trip, especially if you a new to travelling, that it is honestly just not worth the hassle. Avoid jumping into the deep end by testing out the water with a small holiday. Is there somewhere nearby that you and your lover can go for a weekend trip? You could even just fly to Paris for the weekend. Either way, keep it short and simple. That way you can get some idea about what travelling is like in general. You will also learn about what your partner is like when they travel, so it really is a great test run for both of you.
Consider where you want to go
It doesn’t make a difference whether you are going on a romantic trip with your husband or your latest girlfriend. Heck, you could have gone out to meet escorts in Manchester with Mr Smith escorts to invite them on a romantic holiday, what really matters is that you both are able to decide on a location.
The last thing that you want to do is pick a destination that either only one of you likes, or somewhere that the other simply “tolerates” to make you happy. If one of you enjoys walking holiday, whilst the other prefers relaxing, try and think of a place that incorporates both activities. For instance, glamping or hiring a cabin in the Lake District is the perfect way to add some works through the countryside, whilst also having some time to relax either in your cabin or outside if the weather is nice.
You may also want to consider:
- The expenses of the travel
- The travel time of the journey
- Where you both have dreamed of going
- The length of time you want to spend there
- How urban/rural you want your holiday to be
- The likes and dislikes of your partner (i.e. heat, cold, beaches)
Once you have decided on at least 5 locations that best suit your likes. If you can choose one of these options then it’s time to do more in-depth research into different cities, hotels and travel options. If you are new to planning holidays in general then you may want to start off by going somewhere nearby. That way you can make sure that you can create a schedule and follow it perfectly. This way you can keep your stress down to a minimum and simply enjoy the trip.
Consider your strengths
You don’t want to be the only one taking on the responsibilities of this holiday. It should be shared between you and your lover. So, instead of just dumping it on them or shouldering all of the tasks ahead of you, consider your strengths. Are you good at organising? Can your partner speak a foreign language? Who is the best to keep the money on them or should it be split? There are lots of questions you need to ask yourselves before you go out on your trip. Make a list and then assign jobs to both you and your partner. That way you can both feel like you are sharing the weigh. This will lead to less bickering in the long run, so it’s worth considering.
Do you have everything you need to go travelling?
Once you have picked your trip and are ready to take the leap into booking it, you need to think about the essentials that will cause problems if you have them in check:
- A Passport
- Holiday Insurance
- Boarding passes (Once you have booked the holiday)
- Visa Documents
- Driving Licences
- Vaccinations
- Medication Kit
- Phone Charger
- Travel Visa Cards
- Universal Travel Adapter
- Sealable bags for your makeup and suncream
Consider how you are going to travel
There are so many options for travelling these days. Less expensive options tend to be the train, car or even by bike (if you fancy having that sort of holiday). However, if you are feeling cheeky then you can consider going to your dream location by boat. Just don’t forget to book tickets as your sorting out your additional holiday arrangement.
Think of romantic gestures for the holiday
No matter where you go if you are going on a romantic getaway then you need to make it romantic. There’s no need to splash out a ton of cash to make it romantic. Just small gestures will be enough. For instance, on a trip out to the beach, create a surprise picnic, or go for a stroll along the seashore when it’s evening. If you want to go a bit further, why not look for that perfect Instagram shot to create some romantic memories you will never forget? This could be under a waterfall or perhaps just in a field under the stars.
Your partner will appreciate if you try to organise your holiday, but try not to make it too rigid. If you want to relax and make time for each other, you should base your activities on how you feel in the spur of the moment. If you’re tired then just relax together. This will make the holiday feel less stressful altogether.
Avoid petty arguments
So, this point is standard, but everyone knows that it can get pretty stressful organising a holiday. This stress can only become worse if something happens on the holiday, for instance, your money is stolen. A bad situation can only become worse if you try to pass on the blame to your partner. There’s literally no point as blaming someone else will not make the situation better. Just take a breath and work together to learn how you can fix it.
Enjoy your romantic break!
If you plan your holiday on your own likes and romantic desires, you will find that both you and your partner will have a great time together. It’s up to you to make the romantic memories that will genuinely make you smile when you look back on them. So, take each moment as it comes and have fun planning your romantic adventure!