Travel news and blogs for couples: romantic destinations, slow travel, honeymoon ideas and trips for two, gathered from publishers worldwide.
Plovdiv, Bulgaria beckons to be explored. Ancient ruins. Gorgeous architecture. Beautiful churches. Colorful corners. Lofty perches. The only problem is that, with its twisting lanes and hilly landsca…
Spending Christmas in Amsterdam is a dream! The glow of festive holiday lights illuminates narrow lanes while the scent of fresh baked treats fills the air. Nearly every neighborhood flaunts decorated…
My desire to visit Vietnam was ignited the first time I glimpsed a photograph of Halong Bay. It countered the image I had conjured in my head of chaotic streets crowded with motorbikes and stifled wit…
Too many people completely ruin it for me. But there are ways to avoid the madness.
As the crisp air brightens my cheeks and little puffs of breath escape from my mouth, I inhale the scent of sizzling sausages and sweet fritule drenched in chocolate. The tantalizing aroma intertwines…
Limited to just one day in Sofia, Bulgaria? No worries! The must-see sights, intriguing history and delicious food can all be found right in the heart of the city. We have created this One-Day Sofia I…
Travel both extends *and* hastens your sense of the passage of time!
Few vacation spots manage to please every member of the family, but Branson comes remarkably close. This lively town blends polished stage entertainment with rolling green hills, clear lakes, and a wa…
Few travel difficulties create pandemonium faster than a misplaced suitcase on a trip with connections and partner airlines. A direct flight is bad enough. Add two or three pauses, and the question ge…
Taking up the top three levels of the lofty OCC in Lumphini, Akara Sky Hanuman is a multi-sensory immersion into Thai history, culture, geography and food. Here’s what to expect ... Read more
Our chat with a cruising expert, with lots of recommendations, hacks, and tips!
The Maldives has always been an easy sell for Indian honeymooners. The opportunity for hotels now is to get these travelers to come back for short family breaks, birthdays, or long weekends.
Good to know before you go What is Rocha do Navio? Rocha do Navio is a nature reserve on Madeira’s north coast (just a 5-minute drive from Santana) and one of the coolest things to do in Madeira. Here…
We had so much fun exploring Sofia, Bulgaria on foot! The capital’s historic center is compact – but despite its size, there is so much to see. From magnificent churches to ancient ruins to sublime ou…
Ninh Binh boasts a lush landscape of karst mountains and meandering rivers. The best things to do in Ninh Binh encompass the scenic terrain and fascinating cultural sights that are not to be missed! L…
We’re all human beings. How about we act like it?
Where to stay in Munnar makes all the difference to how much you enjoy this beautiful tea country stop in Kerala itinerary. Munnar town itself is a scruffy, traffic-filled junction. The reason you’ve…
The Windermere Estate in Munnar is one of the most special places we’ve stayed. For us, it made our two-week trip to Kerala magical and showed us what Indian hospitality really means. We stayed for th…
The best things to do in Munnar all come back to the rolling tea fields, wildlife and mountain air. At 1,500 metres up in the Western Ghats, the hills roll away in that bright, clipped green for as fa…
Long-time favourite of the Thai royal family, Hua Hin is now a popular beachside retreat for discerning travellers as well as Thailand’s elite. Here’s where to stay in Hua Hin ... Read more
This page gathers travel stories for couples: honeymoon and anniversary ideas, slow journeys, city breaks and the blogs of couples who travel together long-term. Every story is a headline, a short snippet and a link to the original publisher.
Most friction on a shared trip comes from different expectations rather than bad luck: one person wants to see everything, the other wants to rest. Agree on the pace, the budget and the one or two things each of you really wants before you book. It is easier to plan a free afternoon apart than to argue about one on the day.
The weeks just before and after peak season often bring milder crowds and easier bookings for small parties. Popular restaurants and small hotels with only a few rooms are much easier to get into outside the busiest weeks.
Two people can share the effort of a fast-moving trip, but a slower one is usually more enjoyable. Staying three or four nights in each place cuts down on packing and transfers and leaves room for the unplanned. Rail journeys, long drives and multi-day walks are good ways to travel as a pair, and each has its own page here.
Some costs split neatly in two, such as rooms, taxis and car hire, which makes many trips cheaper per person than travelling alone. Others do not: flights, tours and entry tickets are still priced per person. Agree how you will handle shared costs before you go, whether that is a joint travel fund or taking turns, and keep a simple running total so neither of you has to think about it on the trip.