What makes a trip work better when you’re travelling as a couple
Travelling as a couple is different. You’re not trying to squeeze everything into one trip, and you’re not planning around kids. You want trips that give you time together, room to breathe, and experiences that feel worth the effort, and the money you’re spending.
If that sounds like you, these are a few things to keep in mind when planning your next trip.
Pick destinations that suit couples, not crowds
Some places are great destinations, but they’re busy, noisy, and set up for families or big tour groups. As a couple, that can get old fast.
Destinations with a strong focus on nature, long distances, or travel by car tend to work better. You move around more, spend less time in crowded hotspots, and end your days somewhere calm. It’s less about seeing everything and more about actually enjoying where you are — together.
Spend where it improves the trip
Having a bit more room in the budget doesn’t mean upgrading everything. It means choosing what actually makes the trip better.
That could be staying at a cosy, luxurious accommodation in a remote area, so you’re happy to spend time and relax there. Or upgrading to a private tour instead of joining a group, making the experience more personal and intimate.
Road trips give you freedom without stress
Road trips are a great option for couples because they give you control without too much chaos. You have a plan, but you can change it when you feel like it. Plus, endless carpool karaoke, road trip games, and great conversation with your significant other.
You decide when to stop, when to push on, and when to slow things down. Some days are full-on, others are quiet. With realistic driving times and the right route, road trips feel relaxed and personal, not like a checklist on wheels.
Look for experiences that feel shared
The best couple trips aren’t usually about how many places you visited. They’re about the moments you experience together. That might be watching wildlife in the early morning, finishing a hike and ending the day somewhere comfortable, or trying something new together that you wouldn’t do at home - like river rafting, kayaking or even skydiving. These are the moments that stick, because they’re shared — and because they feel different from everyday life.
Getting away from crowds is mostly about planning
You don’t need to chase “secret” destinations to avoid crowds. Often, it’s about timing and smart choices.
Travelling outside school holidays, spending more time in fewer places, and staying in smaller accommodations can completely change how a destination feels. The same country can feel hectic or peaceful depending on how the trip is put together, and that’s where our experience with creating trips really matters.
For LGBTQ couples: travel openly, but travel aware
Many destinations are safe and welcoming for LGBTQ travellers, while others are more conservative. In some places, you may need to be more discreet, adjust how openly you show affection, or rethink expectations around hotels and public spaces.
That doesn’t mean these destinations are off-limits. In fact, some of them offer incredible nature, unique stays, and genuinely special experiences for couples — as long as you travel with a bit of awareness. Being flexible about how you travel often opens up far more options than ruling places out completely.
With the right advice, you can choose destinations and experiences where you feel comfortable, respected, and free to enjoy your time together — whether that’s somewhere openly LGBTQ-friendly or somewhere that simply requires a more low-key approach.
Why planning with a travel expert helps
When you finally take time away together, you don’t want the trip to feel like work.
Good planning means realistic travel days, places that fit how you actually like to travel, and support if something doesn’t go to plan. It takes the pressure off, so you can focus on being away together — not managing logistics from your phone.
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