A new trend in relationships is spreading on social media where many couples state that travelling with someone in an “airport divorce” is a lot less stressful.
Although this sounds quite dramatic, it does not have anything to do with the end of a relationship. Rather, it is about a temporary separation with partners and navigating the airport on their own, joining together at a later stage of the trip.
The concept aims to reduce the travel-related conflicts that can occur when people are going to the airport for check-in, dropping off their bags, security screening, shopping, or eating, among other airport activities, according to a report by the Hindustan Times.
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What is airport divorce?
Airport divorce is a type of divorce where couples decide to divorce upon entering the airport, allowing them each to travel separately at their own speed. One person might like to visit the duty-free, another, to sit at the gate or have a meal. They never compromise or fight about it, but they always meet at an agreed spot before take-off or after landing.
Those who favour the trend claim that it enables everyone to experience the airport as they want without unnecessary conflict.
Why are couples giving it a shot?
Traveling can be stressful, particularly when having to deal with long queues, tight schedules, security checks, and flight delays. Some couples find it difficult to overcome their differences in travel, which can cause stress.
Taking time to spend the airport part separately can help to defuse the tension, keep them in a positive mindset and start their holiday on a brighter note. The way also promotes trust, independence and improved communication as both parties agree to a meeting place and boarding time beforehand.
Social media reactions
The move has roused a mixed response online, as claimed by Hindustan Times. Many users called it as a useful tool to avoid traveling arguments, but some laughed that they already do airport divorces, just didn’t know it has a name.
Some social media users also commented that the concept is better suited to couples who are not afraid of traveling on their own and are aware of the flight reminders and the time the flights are scheduled to depart.
A pattern, not a relationship rule
Relationship experts usually point out that each couple has their very own traveling patterns, and what works for one couple might not really work for another. Airport Divorce is not an indicator of trouble, but rather a way to alleviate some of the stress of travelling.
In either situation, being open and respectful to one another is essential for a successful trip through the airport.
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FAQs
Q1: What is airport divorce?
Ans: Airport divorce is a travel trend where couples temporarily separate while at the airport and reunite before boarding or after landing.
Q2: Does airport divorce mean a couple is breaking up?
Ans: No. It is simply a light-hearted term for spending part of the airport experience separately to reduce travel stress.
