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7 Reasons I Enjoy Traveling With My Husband!

by Nadeen
July 10, 2016
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7 Reasons I Enjoy Traveling With My Husband! Includes travel tips for traveling with your partner or spouse.

7 Reasons I Enjoy Traveling With My Husband! 

Introduction:

As some of you may know, I am a newlywed! Prior to getting married I traveled around the world with friends and family. When I met my husband he also had an interest in travel (which was a good thing). However, I don’t think he had any idea how much I would keep him on the road and in flight. I am writing this post for two reasons. 1) In several of my travel groups people relay concerns about not dating, settling down or getting married out of fear that their traveling would have to come to an end. They worry about not finding someone who shares their passion for travel.  2) Next week I will be traveling with my husband on our next adventure to Cuba! We have been traveling together for 3 years to places near and far such as Nashville, New York City, California, Seattle, New Orleans, Vancouver, Jamaica, Turks & Caicos and most recently South Africa. Based on our experiences, I wanted to share with you 7 reasons I enjoy traveling with my husband.

7 Reasons I Enjoy Traveling With My Husband!
With my husband in Punta Cana Dominican Republic.

1) Intimacy:

I have stated in several posts that I love traveling period. Whether it is traveling solo or with a group or with my husband. I think all of these have their own benefits. However, when it is just you and your husband there is an intimacy that cannot be duplicated. All those special moments and memories will be just for the two of you. You also have the option to visit all those romantic couples resorts you see on TV when traveling with your husband 🙂

2) Teamwork:

Planning for a trip and actually getting to your destination can be hard work. It is helpful to have someone to share that responsibility with. I suggest writing out a “to do list” and shopping check list so that you can divide and conquer. Or, you may choose to tackle all these tacks together which is also fun.

7 Reasons I Enjoy Traveling With My Husband!
With my husband on our first trip together to Seattle.

3) Compromise:

This is something I have definitely learned and enjoyed since traveling with my husband. When we first met I asked him about his bucket list travel destinations. One of those destinations was Cuba. I had a very different list in mind and had never considered going to Cuba. But, knowing Cuba was high on his list I started to pay more attention to traveling there. We now have a rough draft of places we would both like to visit that incorporates both of our bucket list travel destinations. Also, while on our trips, we compromise on places to go and things to do. My husband has called me a ball of energy. When I am in a new place I want to go everywhere and see everything. However, that can be exhausting for both of us. It is important to work in time to rest, relax and just take it all in.

7 Reasons I Enjoy Traveling With My Husband!
With my husband on Robben Island in South Africa

4) Safety:

I am sure you have read the Jetsetter Roundup post on female solo travel. There are legitimate concerns in regards to this and precautions that should be taken.  Even if you are traveling with one friend or with a group of girlfriends, mishaps can happen. I discuss this in my “It’s All Greek to Me” story on the Huffington Post. When I am traveling with my husband I feel safer. He always keeps his eyes open on our surroundings (while I am usually doing things on my phone :-). He is very protective of me and I truly appreciate that.

7 Reasons I Enjoy Traveling With My Husband!
With my husband at Hellshire Beach in Jamaica

5) Adventure:

I am definitely more adventurous when I am traveling with my husband. I remember my first time rock climbing. The wall was so high and I didn’t think I could do it. My husband encouraged me to do it and was down below cheering me on the entire time. I did it and felt so accomplished. This was the same with horseback riding in Dominican Republic and going on safari in South Africa. I feel that I can take more risks because he has my back.

7 Reasons I Enjoy Traveling With My Husband!
With my husband while on safari in South Africa

6) Luggage:

Have you ever had to drag your luggage up or down 3 flights of stairs or use your legs and knees to get your suitcases in your car? Ladies you know what I am talking about here! There is nothing like having a big strong man carry your luggage for you! Also, I personally struggle with getting my carry-on suitcases in the overhead space so it is great when my husband is there to do so. I am no damsel in distress but I definitely appreciate the help in handling heavy luggage.

7) Taking pictures:

There are selfie sticks and tripods and strangers to ask to take your picture. But, it is great to have someone there with you that is familiar with your camera and how you like your pictures taken. I will admit my husband would not have this on his list of things he enjoys when traveling with me. I am constantly stopping places and asking him to take pictures of me with different backgrounds. But, as a travel writer it is very important to me to have pictures that represent that place and time. Only then can I truly share that experience with my readers.

7 Reasons I Enjoy Traveling With My Husband!
With my husband in Vancouver. We obviously asked someone to take this picture 🙂

So what do you think? Do you enjoy traveling with your husband? For those of you with concerns about your travel dreams being thwarted by getting married, I hope this post dismisses those fears.

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Dr. Nadeen White is a "Blogger by Day, Physician by Night". She is an award-winning travel blogger, Amazon bestselling author and speaker. The Sophisticated Life Blog covers affordable luxury travel, culinary travel and wine. Her domestic and international travel guides gets people to the destinations of their dreams. So, if you are living the sophisticated life or desire to do so, this is the blog for you!

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Comments 16

  1. Nadeen's husBand says:
    7 years ago

    Need better pics of me!

    – your husband

    • Nadeen says:
      7 years ago

      These are great pictures! I hope you liked the article 🙂

  2. VeePeeJay says:
    7 years ago

    Aww, love this post Nadeen! It’s definitely great to have a travel buddy for all the reasons you mentioned. I’m looking forward to traveling even more with my husband.

    • Nadeen says:
      7 years ago

      Thank you Vashti! I am sure you will enjoy even more as well!

  3. Adanna says:
    7 years ago

    I love this post and I agree with so many of these points. I know that traveling with my husband have definitely allowed us to bond in a cool way and we always come back feel closer. Of course, photos are important and it’s good to have someone who knows your angles LOL As our kids grow older we look forward to traveling further and wider. I can’t wait to hear all about Cuba my dad and aunt were educated there.

    • Nadeen says:
      7 years ago

      Thank you Adanna! It’s great that you have already started traveling with your kids. Your family must have very interesting stories about Cuba.

  4. Dana Carmel says:
    7 years ago

    Yes!! I totally agree with all the reasons you mentioned. There’s nothing like experiencing the world with the man you love. Wishing you guys safe travels to Cuba – can’t wait to read about it. It’s high on my travel wish list.

    • Nadeen says:
      7 years ago

      Thank you! I love reading about your travels with your husband as well.

  5. Linda says:
    7 years ago

    Nice post Nadeed. I too find it quite rewarding to travel with my husband! 🙂

    • Nadeen says:
      7 years ago

      Thank you! It is great to travel and see the world with your husband.

  6. Janene says:
    7 years ago

    Omg his comment about needing better pics lmao!!! Such a sweet article! I get anxiety just thinking of having to put my carry on in the bins above, while everyone behind me is stopped and staring…awful! Nice to have a man with you to take care of it!

    • Nadeen says:
      7 years ago

      Yes I agree! I don’t like that part lol. Thanks for reading and commenting!

  7. Natalie says:
    7 years ago

    YES to all of this! I hear so much about traveling solo, but I really am happiest when I’ve got my husband, who’s my favorite travel partner by far, by my side! I’m so glad that your husband has taken up the travel life with you–you two have already gone to some amazing places together. 🙂

    • Nadeen says:
      7 years ago

      Thank you Natalie. It has been great experiencing travel with him and I look forward to many more adventures!

  8. Umar craig says:
    4 years ago

    I can say that what a great information you shared with us to increase our mutual love as a couple. I am engaged with my husband since 10 months but never visited the new places with him. The valentine day is coming and I would follow this post to do something extraordinary with my wife at new places.
    I can surely use your provided ways to make my life more pleasant with my husband. Thanks

    • Nadeen says:
      4 years ago

      I am glad you enjoyed it! Happy Traveling

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