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Why You Should Travel With Your Partner Before You Have Children

Two words: boozy brunch.

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Why You Should Travel With Your Partner Before You Have Children
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Whether your travel dreams are big or small, there is something special about experiencing a new place with your partner. That new place could be the next town over from your residence or across the world, but getting to grow your worldview with your partner is an opportunity that should not be missed.

You get to fly by the seat of your pants.

One of the key differences between having kids during travel and not having kids is that you get to plan the day as you go. With children, you have to plan naps, meal times, what to pack and how to get to your destination methodically. Even when parents decide not to bring along children, they have to find a babysitter and lose valuable vacation funds to that expense. Without children, you can throw your belongings in a suitcase, pick the destination on a whim and hit up travel websites to get a quick deal on travel, accommodations and experiences.

You get to have boozy brunch.

This advantage speaks for itself. When you have children traveling with you, you don't get the chance to mix and mingle with people your age as much as you would without children. Experiencing the newest brunch spots and the most popular night clubs is not an experience traveling parents get to have a majority of the time.

You get to stay out as late as you want.

If you are a couple that likes to enjoy experiencing the nightlife in a new city, this would be difficult once you have children. Traveling before you have children allows you to get this experience without sacrifice (well, maybe just a few Ibuprofen).

When you're tired, you get to decide when the day is over.

Kids are wishy washy. When you're energized, they need a nap. When they are bouncing off the walls, you are wishing for your bed and some peace and quiet. When you travel before you have children, you get to decide when to take that sometimes necessary mid-day vacation nap.

You can go anywhere.

There are some places that are just not kid-friendly — including Amsterdam, Key West (during certain parts of the year) or any nude beach. If you are interested in taking full advantage of the intrigue of these unique locations, doing so before you have children will make your travel experience much easier.

You don't have to worry.

From babysitters to diaper changes to snacks to naps, taking children on vacation, while it may be rewarding, is something that couples should experience before they have children as well. Getting to explore the world around you with your partner is something that cannot be missed.

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