Partner Up: The Best Ways to Split Your Favorite Adventures
Even the most exciting vacation can feel like a chore if one person is doing all the heavy lifting while the other just tags along. Picture this: one person is buried in Google Maps and confirmation emails while the other is staring at a sunset, blissfully unaware of the logistics required to get there. When the mental load isn't shared, the trip stops feeling like an escape for the person in charge. That’s why the secret to a trip that actually feels like a vacation isn't just a bigger budget but it’s how you share the experience.
Split the planning
Don’t let one person carry the weight of the entire itinerary. Instead, pick your favorite spots from your saved posts, and split the roles:
The Booker
Aka, the one securing the flights at 2:00 AM to get the best rate and ensuring the Airbnb actually has a self-check-in code that works. They know exactly what time to hit the museum to beat the tour buses and have the QR codes ready before you even reach the front of the line.
The Navigator
You become the curator of the day-to-day flow. You handle the pacing, knowing when you need a coffee break before anyone gets hangry. You figure out the most scenic routes to take (or the spots for pictures you’d like to add on your feed) and when to pass by the nearest convenience store.
Pair two experiences that complete each other
Great travel isn't about doing everything; it’s about doing the right things together. Instead of a day full of high-intensity sightseeing that leaves you drained, look for pairings that offer both a peak and a reset.
More about paired experiences here → How Pairing Experiences Unlocks the Full Magic of Travel
Split the Splurge
Some things are simply too much for one person to justify, but they feel like a brilliant steal when you split the cost. Pick one splurge that feels luxe when shared:
A nice hotel room
Beyond the bathrobes and blackout curtains, an upgraded room usually means a better bathroom setup, which means better lighting for your GRWM photos and videos. If you’re lucky, you’ll score a soaking tub with a view, perfect for a post-adventure reset. Plus, lounge access perks mean free-flowing coffee and a quiet place to recalibrate before heading back out.
A private boat tour
Taking a private boat is all about control. You get to dictate the pace—staying longer at the quiet coves you actually love and skipping the nonsense tourist traps. A custom route means you can time the sunset perfectly for your photos and find the best snorkeling areas based on your own vibe, not a tour operator’s schedule.
A scenic train upgrade
When you’re facing a 4-hour journey through the countryside, that extra legroom becomes a non-negotiable. An upgrade buys you the physical comfort to actually enjoy the view rather than just enduring the transit. It’s the difference between arriving at your destination feeling cramped and arriving feeling ready for the next stop.
Split the “non-negotiables”
Avoid the "I don't know, what do you want to do?" trap. Each person gets one non-negotiable in a day of adventure.
One chooses the activity.
One chooses the meal.
Balance stays intact. No one feels like they’re just a background character in someone else’s vacation. Both of you win.
Split your prep too.
You don’t have to wait until you’re at the airport to start sharing your adventures. Our 10-sessions packages are designed for you and your favorite travel partner to share sessions and costs long before the first flight is booked. Explore our shared packages here.
