During these tough economic times, I imagine the word “vacation” is probably not on the tip of your tongue. In fact, right now it’s likely clinging to one of your molars for dear life!
That doesn’t mean a romantic weekend getaway with your loved one will have to wait until your 401K gets out of the Intensive Care Unit. Local travel can be just as exciting as the exotic trip you may have taken last year, for a fraction of the price.
This past weekend, my fiancée and I took the local ferry from Manhattan 40-minutes across the water to the beach in Sandy Hook, NJ. We stayed two nights at a quaint little bed and breakfast near the water’s edge. While we were there, we spent time at the beach, went for an afternoon bike ride, visited the oldest lighthouse in the U.S., and ended the day eating fish tacos along the water. The whole trip cost around $650. More importantly, we reconnected.
Amidst the slew of stresses we all face on a daily basis, it’s easy to overlook the importance of setting aside time to reconnect with your partner. Just know that it is probably the most important thing you can do to ensure the health of your relationship during times of stress.
My advice is simply to remind yourself to make the effort despite all of the distractions in your daily life. Put it in your Blackberry calender. Go on a picnic. Light some candles one night. Pour a couple glasses of wine.
When worrying about money, romance is often the last things on one’s mind. But you know what? I’ve found that when I remember make the effort, I always feel much better and my loved one appreciates it.
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