Couples who travel together, stay together. That’s our opinion anyway as a company founded by an adventurous husband and wife. And it turns out there’s some science behind it; studies show that escaping everyday routine and sharing new experiences strengthen relationships.
Sure, sipping cocktails on a beach with your honey is great, but you can’t beat the thrill of climbing a mountain, experiencing a new culture or learning a new skill together.
“Travel as a couple is bonding. But it can also put your relationship to the test and (hopefully) make it stronger,” says UB co-founder Emma, who met husband Ben in 2001. “I’ll never forget my first time in a kayak with Ben, not so long after we met. It was around Vis island in Croatia. I ended up banning him from speaking because he was being a real backseat paddler.
“Our marriage survived, you’ll be pleased to hear, and now he’s a trained kayak coach, I can accept he knows what he’s talking about. Kayaking together is our go-to activity for some time out in nature these days.”
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Adventures for couples in the Balkans
Whether you’re devoted globetrotters or this is your first date with adventure travel, having someone else do all of the organising means you just focus on having fun.
By booking one of our small group tours in the Balkans, you’ll sidestep the holiday admin, reap the benefits of having a local guide, and perhaps even make new friends to double date with. “We’ve seen lots of couples meet on our holidays and become lifelong friends, even returning to us the following year for a holiday as a foursome,” says Emma.
Not sure which of our trips speak your love language? Read on.
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Best holidays for couples seeking a mix of adventure and alone time
These trips offer the best of both worlds with a balance of group activities and one on one time with your special someone. Soak up (and in) the beauty of Lake Skadar on an active retreat at our restored Montenegrin farmhouse or hop across the border and enjoy Albania’s share of the lake before conquering the Theth to Valbona pass. If kayaking one minute and sipping wine the next sounds like a bit of you, our Southern Dalmatia adventure is just the ticket.
- Lake Skadar Activity Holiday
- Albania Food and Culture Tour
- North Albania + Theth to Valbona Pass
- Active Outdoors & Wine Tasting in Croatia
- Bosnia & Herzegovina Activity Holiday
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Best holidays for active couples seeking a challenge
Setting a goal to work towards such as hiking the Peaks of the Balkans trail or a cross-border kayaking expedition can be a wonderful way to stay connected as you train in the lead-up to the adventure and then revel in your achievements afterwards (with a shot of rakija or two). On all of the trips below, intrepid adventures against epic backdrops are guaranteed.
- Montenegro Super Active Holiday
- Mountain Hiking in Montenegro
- Mountain Hiking in Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Mountain Hiking in Bulgaria
- Montenegro to Albania Cross-border Kayaking Expedition
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Best holidays for couples with special interests and hobbies
Are you birders or photographers? Foodies or yogis? If you and your significant other have a shared passion, carve out some time to focus on just that with one of our week-long special interest holidays.
- Birdwatching in Montenegro
- Kayaking Lake Skadar in Montenegro
- Painting & Wild Swimming in Montenegro
- Lakeside Yoga Retreat in Montenegro
- Albania Food and Culture Tour
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Best holidays for couples seeking a mix of culture and adventure
Now, this is a bit of a trick question because all of our holidays fit this bill. As a company, we’re rooted in authentic cultural immersion and taking you off the beaten path to really meet the locals. Think cosy cabins in Serbia’s mountain villages, visiting artisans keeping traditional rug weaving alive in Albania, and tucking into scrumptious (and plentiful) local cuisine at every meal. We operate adventure holidays in seven Balkan countries and counting:
Feeling inspired? Browse our growing collection of Balkans holidays or get in touch for advice.
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