Most people would agree that traveling together as a couple is an enjoyable escape from the day-to-day grind of life. We look forward to vacations, come back and share stories with our friends, and reminisce about our travels for years after. But, did you know that studies actually show there are real relationship benefits that transpire when you travel together as a couple?

The U.S. Travel Association conducted a survey to understand if, and to what extent, leisure travel strengthened relationships between romantic partners. Edge Research conducted performed the probability, Random Digit Dialing (RDD) telephone survey in December 2012. The RDD survey ensured a census representative sample of adults in relationships, with quotas on gender, age, and region.

1. Build New Relationships

When you travel, you see and learn new things, meet new people, taste new foods, and immerse yourself into a brand new experience. It doesn't matter if you travel to the same destination repeatedly or consistently knock off destinations from, "Your List." Among non-married couples 79% say that sharing new experiences is an important reason to travel together. Finding shared ground is key when learning about one another, especially early on in a relationship. Traveling together as a couple and in turn creating shared ground to relate to one another on, can even further relationship bonds. It can provide you with inside jokes and memories only the two of you will share, all the while you will be learning about one another's tastes, interests, and habits.

2. Better Communication

Couples who travel together report that they are over 10% more likely to communicate well with their partners than those who do not travel together. Traveling together provides you with opportunities to talk to one another, whether it be on a flight, taxi ride, at dinner, or in your hotel room. The amount of uninterrupted time that you'll have while on a vacation tends to be far greater than during your typical business week, especially if you truly try to "disconnect" from the digital world during your trip. More than seven in ten couples who travel together agree that talking and reconnecting is an important reason to vacation.

3. More Meaningful Relationships

Vacation or new car? Survey says, 63% of respondents rate a vacation or weekend getaway as important in sparking romance where only 15% credit a big gift to sparking romance. Chances are, your vacation may even end up being more budget friendly than a brand new car. It's a win-win.

So, what are you waiting for? Go ahead and jumpstart the process of planning your next travel adventure by filling out a Trip Request form and we can help you achieve your relationship potential.