When you decide to go on a couple’s vacation, you want it to be free of stress and worries. However, there are often times when you reach your destination, and things slowly start to fall apart. Maybe you and bae get into a fight, or perhaps your destination isn’t what you thought it would be. We can’t tell the future, but we can at least be as prepared as possible.
If you’ve got an upcoming vacation with your bae, then the tips I’ll be sharing in this guide will surely be helpful. I’ll be talking about the most important things that can not only create a stress-free vacation, but also help to spice things up and ensure you’re both on the same level, even before you get on the flight.
Research Your Destination
The first thing you want to do is learn as much as you can about the destination the two of you will be traveling to. In fact, you can even make this a couple’s activity – get bae to help you do some research.
Start by considering where you’ll be staying. If you’ve been planning the trip, you probably already know what hotel or resort you’re going to make a booking at – or perhaps that’s already taken care of.
Now, begin at the resort or hotel – understand the surroundings. Most of these facilities have a website that gives you a better idea about what you can expect, with photos of both the interior and exterior.
Try to learn more about the amenities that are available and what activities you can do in the area. However, it’s also important that you research any safety risks in the specific region. That way, you can be better prepared and know what to look for if the two of you decide to go on a hiking trail or join in on a forest adventure.
Know What To Pack
The next thing to consider is what you’re going to pack. After researching your destination, you’ll know more about things like what kind of temperatures you can expect. So, pack accordingly.
This doesn’t just mean clothes and toiletries. If your destination is known for mosquito problems, pack a repellent. That’s going to help you sleep easier at night and avoid mosquito bites when you venture into nature during the day.
Communicate With Each Other
While you’re planning your trip, you and bae have to communicate with each other. Even if it’s supposed to be a surprise, at least talk about each one’s expectations for the trip.
The thing is, when you communicate, you can avoid a lot of potential problems that may arise when conflict arises due to conflictions or confusion. If necessary, make some compromises – both of you. That’s going to help ensure the trip is fun and doesn’t end up with both of you not enjoying yourself.
Make Sure You Have An Open Schedule
If you’re going to go on a vacation with bae, then clear out your schedule. Yes, I mean leave work behind.
It’s easy to get trapped up with work if you decide to bring your laptop with you, connect to your hotel’s wifi, and start to check your emails. But, that’s something that will interfere with your ability to spend quality time with each other.
Try to leave work completely behind. Make sure your employer knows that you’re going away and won’t be available. If you run a business, get someone to stand in for you while you’re gone, and tell them to manage things. You don’t want to be disturbed for these few days.
Unplug And Put Away The Tech
Apart from leaving work behind, it’s also important that you try to limit how much you use technology on your trip.
Technology is useful; that’s something we can all agree on. However, it’s also distracting. Scrolling mindlessly through TikTok while your bae is enjoying some sunshine next to the hotel pool – you’re missing out on important time that you could be spending together.
Leave your laptop and tablet at your hotel room. Take your smartphone, but only use it when really necessary – such as to snap a picture of you and bae. Or to call a cab to take you somewhere special while you’re on vacation.
Book A Couple’s Spa Day
There’s nothing like a day at the spa to get both you and bae relaxed and in a good mood. A lot of the hotels that you can visit when you want a getaway will actually give you access to a spa or similar facility. If they don’t, just do some research. I’m sure there’s something in the local area – these facilities are incredibly popular, especially in areas that are a hit among tourists.
Try to book maybe half a day or even a full day for the both of you. Make sure to mention that it’s for a couple. That way, you can enjoy each other’s company while relaxing in the sauna or being treated to a well-deserved massage.
Understand The Local Cuisine Beforehand
Finally – cuisine. You have to eat to keep going. However, we all have our own preferences when it comes to food. That’s why it’s important that you know exactly what kind of cuisine and dishes you can expect from your travel destination beforehand.
It’s going to help you understand if there’s something that both you and bae will enjoy.
If you visit the hotel’s website (where you’ll be staying), you can usually see a list of dining options they offer. There might also be restaurants in the surrounding areas. You could even go as far as to make some reservations beforehand, especially if you notice some of the dining facilities you want to visit are almost always full.
Conclusion
If you’re planning a trip with bae, you want it to be romantic, exciting, and something that you can talk about years later. You want to create treasured memories with that one person who is always by your side. However, if you don’t prepare properly, you might end up stressing so much about the holiday that it ruins things. Luckily, with the guidance I’ve shared with you in this post, you now have a checklist to ensure things go smoothly.
