Yet, for a growing number of couples, travelling together can expose unexpected cracks - where connection is replaced by conflict. Couples often have routines that allow for time apart but on holiday, meals, hotel rooms and daily itineraries are typically shared, leaving little room for a breather. Meanwhile, in a discussion thread on Fodor's Travel Talk Forums, several couples shared contrasting approaches. According to Todd Stevens, founder of marriage retreat, Renovation Marriage, holidaying apart as a couple can be seen as a cause for concern. 'Travel exposes differences in needs and values: one partner wants rest, the other wants adventure; one wants structure, the other wants spontaneity; one wants romance, the other wants efficiency.

Source: Daily Mail December 27, 2025 21:16 UTC