Only 28 per cent think their partner 'ticks all the boxes' when it comes to travelling together. Among the top things couples disagree about when having a trip away were where to eat, what times to wake up and go to bed, and the budget. More than half (52 per cent) think it takes just one to two trips to know if they are truly travel compatible with someone. Catherine Lyver added: “This Valentine’s Day, it’s likely many couples will be travelling together for a day trip or night away. “Why not make the train journey a part of the experience and make the most of the quality time together”.

Source: The Times February 17, 2026 10:10 UTC