{"id":42568,"date":"2016-09-15T07:00:21","date_gmt":"2016-09-14T21:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/vc\/blog\/?p=42568"},"modified":"2016-09-02T10:08:59","modified_gmt":"2016-09-02T00:08:59","slug":"ohhh-boy-travelling-together-for-the-first-time-and-surviving","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/vc\/blog\/ohhh-boy-travelling-together-for-the-first-time-and-surviving\/","title":{"rendered":"Ohhh boy! Travelling together for the first time and surviving."},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote><p><em>So you\u2019re heading on holidays with your significant other for the first time? Woohoo!<\/em><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>Here are my top tips for travelling with your partner for the first time:<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Plan, plan and plan &#8211; together<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Grab a bottle of wine one Friday evening, sit down together and write down all the things you both want to get out of \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Holidays?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">your holiday<\/a>\u201d. From where you want to go, to possible food spots you want to try and how much you want to spend to how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Activities?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">action packed<\/a> you want your days to be. BUT don\u2019t plan something for everyday, leave some free for those lastminute unplanned moments or surprises that you may want to arrange \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 62.4866595518% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BCgy-exOQqd\/\" target=\"_blank\">A photo posted by Bel Scott (@_belindakate)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2016-03-04T01:20:10+00:00\">Mar 3, 2016 at 5:20pm PST<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Choose the right destination<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pick a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Holidays?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">destination<\/a> that\u2019s right for both of you. Even though you may love all things snow, skiing and mountains, your partner (like mine) might hate the cold . Find middle ground for your first trip so you\u2019ll both be happy and keep major compromises for future trips \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Make your own hashtag<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019re going to make all your friends super jelly back home by posting loads of images from your trip so why not make your own fun hashtag? That way it\u2019s basically an album for you when you get back, your friends just have to go to one place to stalk you AND it\u2019s a super cute idea \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BHLZzxTB5ib\/\" target=\"_blank\">A photo posted by Bel Scott (@_belindakate)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2016-06-28T00:33:10+00:00\">Jun 27, 2016 at 5:33pm PDT<\/time>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Everyone hates it but you need to do it<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re like me and don\u2019t yet live with your partner, you probably don\u2019t have a shared account and you probably don\u2019t chat about money that much. If you\u2019re both paying your own way, it\u2019s important you\u2019re on the same page. You don\u2019t want to rock up at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Flights?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">airport<\/a> and find while you\u2019ve been bringing your lunch to work every day to save, save, save, he hasn\u2019t factored in his spending money. Chat from the planning get-go about the type of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Hotels?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">accommodation<\/a> you have in mind, what you\u2019re willing to splurge on (tickets to an amazing show for example) and save on (maybe eating out). The set a budget and save to make it happen.<\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Compromise &#8211; it goes both ways<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It can be a good thing! If your partner isn\u2019t into the sunset horse riding along the beach and you\u2019re not into the super muddy quad biking, you\u2019re going to need to compromise. Have a chat before you decide what tours and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Activities?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">activities<\/a> you\u2019re going to do and make sure you bring up any definite no-no\u2019s. A turtle snorkel and sunset booze cruise could be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Activities?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">good alternatives<\/a>.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 62.4537037037% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BIB1an2BDhm\/\" target=\"_blank\">A photo posted by Bel Scott (@_belindakate)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2016-07-19T03:53:24+00:00\">Jul 18, 2016 at 8:53pm PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>6. Understand that it\u2019s okay to be cranky sometimes<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s face it\u2026being \u2019hangry\u2019 is VERY real and needs to get sorted out really quickly, before it ends in a little adult tantrum. But it\u2019s okay to let yourself be a little cranky sometimes and it\u2019s okay for your partner to be cranky that he didn\u2019t get to see their favourite footy team play on TV the night before. It\u2019s natural for us to have our little moments every now and again \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n<p><strong>7. Try something new together<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Getting out of your comfort zone together is one of the best parts of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Holidays?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">travelling<\/a>, from finally trying an oyster (for the record, I hate them!) to scuba diving. Doing new things together gives you confidence but it can also bring out a little friendly competition between you which often makes for great travel memories!<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 50.0% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BG5NLahuQh_\/\" target=\"_blank\">A photo posted by Bel Scott (@_belindakate)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2016-06-20T22:56:28+00:00\">Jun 20, 2016 at 3:56pm PDT<\/time>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>8. Don\u2019t forget to meet new people<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Get out and about to meet new people together. Whether it\u2019s another Aussie couple you overheard talking about this awesome Aussie bar that plays AFL or a few locals that know the best secret spots to go to. Let\u2019s face it, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Holidays?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">travelling<\/a> with someone 24\/7 can be intense. Mixing it up with others is good for you both \u00a0and it\u2019s an opportunity to make new friends. Who knows&#8230;you might have a new place to stay next time you travel.<\/p>\n<p><strong>9. Make time for romance<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You booked this trip to spend time together and getting into the day to day happenings of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Holidays?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">travelling<\/a> can sometimes push romance aside because you\u2019re just having way too much fun riding rollercoasters or shopping. Make sure you make time for romance whether it be a surprise date, a romantic sunset walk along the beach or a couples massage &#8211; the list is endless!<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF; border: 0; border-radius: 3px; box-shadow: 0 0 1px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.5),0 1px 10px 0 rgba(0,0,0,0.15); margin: 1px; max-width: 658px; padding: 0; width: calc(100% - 2px);\" data-instgrm-version=\"7\">\n<div style=\"padding: 8px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #F8F8F8; line-height: 0; margin-top: 40px; padding: 54.6894031669% 0; text-align: center; width: 100%;\"><\/div>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px; margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 8px; overflow: hidden; padding: 8px 0 7px; text-align: center; text-overflow: ellipsis; white-space: nowrap;\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: 17px; text-decoration: none;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/BHdgAkIB6Qp\/\" target=\"_blank\">A photo posted by Bel Scott (@_belindakate)<\/a> on <time style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 14px; line-height: 17px;\" datetime=\"2016-07-05T01:13:41+00:00\">Jul 4, 2016 at 6:13pm PDT<\/time><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\" async=\"\" defer=\"defer\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><strong>10. Don\u2019t freak out if it\u2019s not perfect!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Lastly&#8230;relax! Sometimes things don\u2019t go to plan and a flight gets cancelled, the weather gets a bit ugly or you lose your favourite pair of shoes. You\u2019re on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Holidays?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">holidays<\/a> which means there\u2019s no room for stress, live in the moment and enjoy all the little things.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Hotels?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">Hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Flights?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">Flights<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Holidays?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">Packages<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lastminute.com.au\/Activities?brandcid=LASTMINUTE-au.display.BLOG.TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME.generic&amp;utm_source=BLOG&amp;utm_medium=display&amp;utm_content=ALL&amp;utm_campaign=TRAVELLINGTOGETHERFIRSTTIME\">Activities<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So you\u2019re heading on holidays with your significant other for the first time? 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