By Stephen BeechThe perfect travel partners are not your dearest and dearest, according to new research. As millions gear up for the festive season, an Australian study suggests what really makes for the perfect travel companion. Professor Huang noted that compared with solo travel, traveling with a companion was more likely to foster high-quality and memorable experiences, while also offering a measure of safety. "More and more young travelers tend to establish temporary travel partner relationships with strangers who share common travel goals through online travel communities." The research found that travel partners with extensive travel experience and a strong sense of conscientiousness are better equipped to overcome obstacles on the road and work effectively together to achieve shared goals.

Source: Daily Sun December 24, 2025 04:24 UTC