So the vacation does not become a relationship test
A vacation should actually be the "most beautiful time of the year". A time when couples can recharge their batteries to tackle the stressful daily routine anew after the vacations. But it's not uncommon for the time spent together to trigger a relationship crisis instead of living up to the description of "relaxing time off.
But how does it actually happen that many couples get into each other's hair especially on vacation and maybe even go their separate ways afterwards?
The reasons that can ultimately lead to a separation are varied, and often many couples naturally bring "legacy issues" with them to the vacation destination. The good news is that there are some tips that can help make the vacations as harmonious as possible. The more relaxed everyone involved is, the better.
Tips for a relaxing vacation for two
Many triggers for disputes are no longer too much of a problem when patience, calm and communication are brought into focus.
However, many couples can certainly attest to it: Especially during the "most beautiful time of the year", every now and then it only takes a spark that then ignites a great fire.
Everyone can understand that the vacation is then "ruined". But it doesn't have to come to that. The following tips can often help with regard to the goal of planning a harmonious vacation.
Tip #1: Plan vacation activities together
Everyone defines the terms "vacation" and "relaxation" differently... Of course, even within a relationship.
Your partner would rather lie on the beach and enjoy the culinary delights of the area, but you want to explore the culture and history of the vacation destination? Compromises can often help in advance to reduce the potential for disputes on site.
Daily plans can already be drawn up at home. Of course, both should agree with these. Thus, everyone can express their interests and wishes and no one must feel disadvantaged.
Additional tip: Such a plan should of course not be drawn up between "door and door". Many things are best discussed over a pleasant dinner anyway.
Tip No. 2: Stay relaxed on arrival
The flight is delayed or your loved one is to blame that the car is still not packed? That's exactly what shouldn't be a reason to yell at the other person or let out your frustration. It may be hard. But if you stay calm in these moments, you will still have the chance to have a relaxed vacation from the very beginning. In addition: Especially in the course of a trip there are many details that cannot be influenced. It would therefore simply be pointless to get worked up about them.
In such moments, it can help, for example, to step outside briefly and take a deep breath. If you hold it together now, you can plan the further course of action soundly and with a cool head. Reproaches and accusations are inappropriate. After all, the beloved will certainly not have intentionally caused the vacation to begin so complicated.
Tip No. 3: Allow time out
Especially couples who don't live together yet or generally need a little more spatial separation should also allow themselves some downtime on vacation if it's needed.
Some people are just not made to spend time together day in and day out. A hotel room usually doesn't offer enough space to recharge your batteries and get some peace and quiet.
It would definitely be wrong to see this as a sign of a lack of love. It is absolutely okay to remain an individual even in a partnership and even on vacation.