A while ago, we pointed out that a relationship is put to the test during the first holiday as a couple.

Interesting question in that context: when is a relationship actually ready for the first holiday as a couple? Obviously, there’s no universal answer and it’s different for every couple. But when we read about a new trend called “Holidate” we stumbled upon this:

There are couples who book their first holidays 6 weeks into their new relationship! That IS a little early for ANY relationship, isn’t it?

Travel companies are actually offering special package deals catering to couples at the beginning of their relationhip. It’s called “Holidate”, because it’s a date in the shape of a holiday. Due to the dangers a young relationship faces on the first holiday as a couple, wouldn’t it be wise to at least wait until you’re no longer referring to „doing things together“ as „a date“?

An online-survey that most people share our opinion. Although everyone agrees that the timing for the perfect first holiday as a couple depends on the relationship, most answers put the ideal time at 3 months, 4-6 months or 6-12 months into the relationship.

Regardless of the relationship, you should ask yourself before booking a “Holidate” if you’re ready to spend several days together: in a confined space, with a shared bed, and usually without the option of ending the “date” early!

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