Things just aren’t the same anymore. You used to share exciting experiences together, and they were the most important part of your life. Time has passed, and romance seems to be fading. Suspicions of infidelity are creeping in. They cast a shadow over the relationship because the more you think about them, the more realistic they seem.
Traveling Has a Positive Impact on Relationships
Before you fall head over heels into the trap of overthinking, consider that there are things you can do to improve your situation. If you both love traveling, that’s one initiative to undertake. A survey by the US Travel Association found that 79% of couples who traveled together believed traveling had a positive impact on their relationship.
94% of respondents said traveling together brought them closer. Traveling inspired romance for 72%, and 77% found a positive correlation between traveling together and the quality of sex life.
Rather than being worried your partner is cheating on you, draw inspiration from these curated travel tips.
Don’t go On a Cruise
It’s true that there are all kinds of cruises, from floating cities to small and intimate vessels. In 2023, there were around 30 million passengers, according to the Cruise Line International Association. However, they all share certain disadvantages.
Passengers can only leave the ship at ports, which means you’re stuck on the ship almost all the time, and if you’re fighting with your partner or spouse, this is not an advantage. You might even be stuck in the cabin together. Boredom is definitely a factor.
Onboard experiences can be enjoyable with the right mix of downtime, activities, and, above all, people. However, you might not like some people on the ship.
There’s no shortage of activities: a surfing or skydiving simulator, flying on a zip line, waterslides, or watching a movie in 4D. They can get old quickly: how many times will you find the same slide exciting? What’s more, you’re vying for the same facilities and amenities as hundreds, maybe even thousands of other passengers. The long lines will take the fun out of the experience, making it difficult to get the most out of your cruise and impacting your relationship adversely.
A less obvious risk of boredom is your thoughts wandering back to the cheating suspicion and starting to bicker with them over that.
Clear Your Schedule
No matter where and how you choose to travel, don’t bring work with you, as tempting as packing your laptop may seem. The destination is less important than how you spend your time with your spouse or partner.
If your relationship is struggling, you should make it a priority during the trip. Do whatever you can to open up space for each other. If you don’t, you’ll get distracted, even if it’s for a short while.
If doing some work while traveling is completely unavoidable, do your best to finish it as soon as possible and give your partner your full attention after that.
Choose an Event-filled Holiday
You must avoid boredom and ennui at all costs, or else you risk getting into a fight. Choose a trip filled with events: sightseeing, adventures, trekking, etc. Just make sure your partner will enjoy the events you have planned.
If you choose a destination you both agree on and plan fun activities together, you’ll get that spark back.