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Roam-ance: How Traveling Together Can Make or Break Your Relationship

by | Sep 10, 2024 | Our Lifestyle Community, Travel

Roam-ance: How Traveling Together Can Make or Break Your Relationship

Are you thinking about taking your relationship to the next level with a couple’s trip? Turns out, traveling together might be the ultimate test for your relationship! According to a recent Roam-ance Study by Bumble and Klook, sharing a travel experience could either bring you closer or reveal differences you didn’t expect.

 

 

Roam-ance: How Traveling Together Can Make or Break Your Relationship

 

Roam-ance: How Traveling Together Can Make or Break Your Relationship

Images Credit to Bumble

 

 

Travel is The New Love Language

 

In Singapore, where we all have a passion for travel, the way we approach relationships is evolving. It seems that traveling with your significant other has become a new way to strengthen romantic bonds. The study shows that 91% of Singaporeans believe shared travel interests are crucial for developing chemistry with potential partners.

Discussing travel plans is even a popular topic of conversation for those starting a new relationship. 82% of Singaporeans talk about past trips or future destinations when dating. Not only is it a great icebreaker, but it also helps you learn more about your partner’s travel preferences. Are they into relaxing beach vacations or thrilling road trips? These little details might help you determine if you’re truly compatible.

 

 

Roam-ance: How Traveling Together Can Make or Break Your Relationship

Bumble app interface (Image Credit Bumble)

The First Couple’s Trip – A Major Milestone

 

Did you know that 7 in 10 Singaporeans said traveling with their partner changed how they felt about them? Traveling is fun, but it also brings you face-to-face with your partner’s habits, attitudes, and decision-making in real time. For some, this experience strengthens their bond, while for others, it can highlight dealbreakers, like differences in budgeting, living habits, or how they handle stressful situations.

In fact, the survey revealed that 17% of Singaporeans have ended relationships after bad experiences on trips! So, before booking that romantic getaway, it might be worth ensuring you’re both on the same page.

 

 

Roam-ance: How Traveling Together Can Make or Break Your Relationship

Bumble app interface (Image Credit Bumble)

 

 

Navigating Differences While Traveling

 

We all know that no relationship is perfect, but here’s how you can ensure that your travel plans strengthen your connection instead of causing unnecessary stress:

  1. Discuss Preferences Early – Knowing whether your partner prefers luxury hotels or more spontaneous adventures can prevent a lot of surprises.
  2. Share Responsibility for Planning – Whether it’s booking activities or planning meals, splitting the workload ensures that one person doesn’t feel overwhelmed.
  3. Compromise When Necessary – Be open to doing things that both you and your partner enjoy to keep the trip balanced and fun.

 

 

Quick Getaways for Couples

 

For couples in Singapore, the most popular destinations for a weekend escape are close by, like Johor Bahru, Bali, or Bangkok. If you prefer to go further, consider cultural immersion trips or thrilling adventures like skydiving and bungee jumping – I believe this will be a favorite among Gen Z!

 

 

Exclusive Offer for Bumble Users

 

If you’re ready to embark on your own couple’s trip, Klook and Bumble are here to make it sweeter! From now until 31 December 2024, Bumble users can enjoy $20 off Klook bookings with a minimum spend of $200 by using the promo code available in the “Time for Roam-ance” campaign.

 

 

About Bumble app

 

Bumble, the women-first dating and social networking app, was founded by Whitney Wolfe Herd in 2014. Bumble connects people across dating (Bumble Date), friendship (Bumble For Friends) and professional networking (Bumble Bizz). Bumble is built on the importance of equitable relationships and how crucial they are to a healthy, happy life. They’ve built their platform around kindness, respect, and equality – and their community plays an important part in that. Bumble holds its users accountable for their actions and strives to provide them with an experience free from hate, aggression, or bullying. Bumble is free to download and is widely available in the Apple App Store, Google Play Store and the web.

 

 

About Klook

 

Klook is Asia’s leading platform for experiences and travel services. We curate quality experiences ranging from attractions and tours to local transport and experiential stays, in over 2,700 destinations globally. Founded in 2014, we are here to inspire and enable more moments of joy for travellers anytime, anywhere.

 

 

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