Relationships turn sour on holiday apparently
Almost two thirds of British couples end up arguing while on holiday, according to research. So much for holiday romance.
It was also found by ebookers.com that as many as a quarter argue by the end of their third day.
Topping the list of factors contributing to holiday fall-outs are: Not agreeing how to spend time together, spending too much time together and spending too much money.
The research, which polled 2,000 British adults, delved into couples’ holiday habits revealing that, couples’ arguments are starting before they even set off on holiday, with not being able to agree on the holiday destination and the frustrations of the holiday booking process rocking the relationship boat. However, despite couples feeling the tension from spending 24 hours a day with their loved one, over half have come back from holiday feeling their relationship was stronger.
Jo Hemmings, relationship psychologist, comments, “Holidays are the perfect time for couples to escape the everyday routine and find time to relax together. But the truth is that we’re working harder than ever before and taking fewer holidays, so by the time we actually go away, we’re exhausted and often irritable – the perfect recipe for arguments.
“I often tell couples they should talk to each other before they go to ensure they’re both clear on what they’re looking to get out of their holiday. Everyone wants something different from their breaks away, so if one of you wants to hike up a mountain while the other sunbathes on the beach, then allow yourselves some ‘me time’ and don’t feel guilty about spending a few hours apart. It will give you lots to talk about over that romantic meal by the sea and it may just help you avoid a heated argument.”
When it comes to romancing their loved one, Brits favour a beach break over any other – with a view of the sunset on a secluded beach hitting the top spot in the romance stakes. Things Brits look for in the perfect romantic beach escape include:
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A secluded beach |
49% |
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Miles of white sand to enjoy long walks along the beach |
42% |
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A luxurious hotel room with a sea view |
41% |
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A range of candlelit restaurants along the beach for romantic dinners |
40% |
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A secluded location to watch the sunset |
37% |
Despite having an idea of what they look for in a romantic break, the study found that a fifth of Brits admit that they’re yet to find a holiday destination in Europe that offers everything they need.
Jessica Craker, Marketing Manager for ebookers UK comments; “Holidays are a great excuse to spend quality time with your loved one and should be a wonderful experience, so it’s a shame some people aren’t getting the most out of them. From the moment you start looking for your romantic break, to the time you spend relaxing together on the beach, we strive to help our customers book easier and travel happier with ebookers.”
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