12 IMPORTANT QUALITIES IN A TRAVEL PARTNER

Not all of us are solo travellers. And that´s okay.

Of course, solo travel can be extremely rewarding, but travelling with a friend, family member, or partner can make all the difference between having a good time and having a great time.

The benefits of travelling with a partner are many:sharing pricey meals, feeding off each other´s energy, having a safety buddy and countless others.

BUT having great adventures together also depends on how well you and your travel comrade jell. I mean what´s the point of backpacking through Germany with your high school buddy if they´re slowing you down and killing that exciting travel vibe?

So, to help you find the perfect partner, I´ve created a list of the most important qualities to look for in a potential fellow globetrotter:

1. Patient – Because not every situation can be decided in a matter of minutes.

2. Flexible – Plans don´t always work the way you want them to. When this happens you need someon flexible on your side.

3. Street smart – Because what´s worse than travelling with someone who gets you two conned into paying over-priced tour fares?

4. Open-minded – Travelling authentically requires a non-judgmental and accepting mindset.

5. Curious – Someone who is curious is going to be enthusiastic and passionate about discovering a new culture.

6. Resourceful – As a back-packer this is almost the number one important quality. Travelling with a wasteful or careless partner is a recipe for disaster.

7. Dependable – Because nothing´s worse than finding out last-minute that they forgot to print those ever so vital bus tickets.

8. Cooperative – Working together gets the best results. Plus you´ll have someone to help plan activities and navigate.

9. Independent – You won´t always want to do the same thing. Travelling with someone who doesn´t mind splitting off for half the day to do your own thing is a win-win situation.

10. Calm – Travelling can be stressful. Very stressful. But having a calm companion by your side can help dissipate those `head is whirling´-type situations.

11. Willing to compromise – Because where´s the fun in travelling with someone who only wants to do things their own way?

12. Daring – To travel is to try new things. To try new things is to go out of one´s comfort zone. Someone who is daring will be able to make the most of new experiences and challenges.

 

So what do you think is important in a travel partner?