Forget quiet, romantic getaways. 

Adventurous holidays are the best way to spice up your sex life, a study found.

Couples who go on ‘self-expanding’ trips that involve learning a new skill, trying a new sport or sampling new food have more passion, physical intimacy and relationship satisfaction.

Researchers found the extra boost in the bedroom lasted long after couples returned if they went on at least two thrilling trips a year.

Meanwhile, those who spent their holidays lounging on beaches or relaxing in spa retreats had less passion and engaged in less physical intimacy, such as hand-holding, kissing and sex.

Forget quiet, romantic getaways - adventurous holidays are the best way to spice up your sex life, a study found (stock image)

Forget quiet, romantic getaways - adventurous holidays are the best way to spice up your sex life, a study found (stock image)

Forget quiet, romantic getaways – adventurous holidays are the best way to spice up your sex life, a study found (stock image)

Prof John Coffey, of Arizona State University, said: ‘An experience-rich holiday with your partner may improve your love life even after the trip is over.

‘These experiences don’t need to be wildly adventurous if extreme activities aren’t your thing. 

‘Activities as simple as trying a challenging hike or a new local cuisine together are enough to explain the higher post-vacation passion.

‘Our research found this held true no matter the length of a couple’s relationship, so whether you’ve been together one year or 30 years, travelling together and trying new things is one good way to maintain intimacy and passion.’

The study, published in Elsevier journal Annals of Tourism, looked at the experiences of 450 couples. 

It found those who engaged in exciting or ‘self-expanding’ activities while on holiday reported increased romantic passion and better relationship satisfaction when they got back. 

Couples who go on 'self-expanding' trips that involve learning a new skill, trying a new sport or sampling new food have more passion, physical intimacy and relationship satisfaction

Couples who go on 'self-expanding' trips that involve learning a new skill, trying a new sport or sampling new food have more passion, physical intimacy and relationship satisfaction

Couples who go on ‘self-expanding’ trips that involve learning a new skill, trying a new sport or sampling new food have more passion, physical intimacy and relationship satisfaction

They also enjoyed more physical intimacy and affection than those

The researchers suggested this was because memorable shared experiences cause happiness and enforce relationship bonds, making the couple feel closer.

‘Self-expanding’ experiences and situations do not have to be costly or complicated, it added – simply trying new things or exploring new places can be enough.

Prof Coffey said: ‘We now have empirical evidence that holidays serve an important role in the long-term health and maintenance of romantic relationships.

‘The tourism industry can capitalise on our research by providing and promoting an array of self-expanding activities.’

TOP 43 REASONS MEN ARE STILL SINGLE

Scientists led by Menelaos Apostolou from the University of Nicosia in Cyprus anonymously asked men on Reddit why they thought they were still single.

They analysed more than 6,700 comments and revealed the top 43 reasons why people are unable to find a partner.

Here is the complete list —

  1. Poor looks (including baldness, and short stature)
  2. Low self-esteem/confidence 
  3. Low effort 
  4. Not interested in relationships 
  5. Poor flirting skills 
  6. Introverted 
  7. Recently broke up 
  8. Bad experiences from previous relationships 
  9. No available women 
  10. Overweight 
  11. Different priorities 
  12. Shyness
  13. Too picky 
  14. Anxiety 
  15. Lack of time 
  16. Social awkward 
  17. Enjoying being single 
  18. Depression 
  19. Poor character 
  20. Difficult to find women to match 
  21. Poor mental health
  22. Lack of achievements 
  23. Stuck with one girl 
  24. Lack of social skills 
  25. Have not got over previous relationship 
  26. Don’t know how to start a relationship 
  27. Lack of money 
  28. I do not trust women 
  29. Not picking up clues of interest
  30. Sexual issue 
  31. Fear of relationships 
  32. ‘I am not interesting’
  33. Fear of rejection 
  34. ‘I will not be a good partner’ 
  35. Attracted to the wrong women
  36. Homosexual 
  37. Given up
  38. Is not worth the effort 
  39. Fear of commitment 
  40. Health — disability issue
  41. Difficult to keep a relationship 
  42. Addictions
  43. Other 

This post first appeared on Dailymail.co.uk

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