These errors could ruin the mood of your upcoming romantic getaway.

No matter how long you've been dating, whether it's a few months or several decades, traveling together presents its own set of difficulties. Even the most dependable, the open-minded couple may experience problems. We talked to a few relationship specialists and compiled a list of nine typical mistakes couples make while on vacation to assist you to avoid problems before they happen and calmly resolve them while on a trip (and how to avoid them).

1. Failing to specify a goal for the trip
 

Most likely, you've already decided where you're going (the destination), but before making any plans, you need to talk about the why. According to Merlelynn Harris, clinical director for Bridge Counseling Associates, a nonprofit organization that offers individual and family counseling, "not every vacation necessarily needs to have a goal, but defining one previous will help stave off tension throughout the trip." The goal may be to rekindle a relationship, spend quality time with family, unwind, or engage in an adrenaline-fueled adventure. Doing this in advance can ensure that there are similar expectations and fewer surprises, according to Reverend Roxanne Birchfield (also known as Rev Roxy), a wedding officiant and marriage counselor who made an appearance on Netflix's Love is Blind.

2. Failing to create a budget
 

Birchfield makes it clear: "It's not a good idea to travel together if you quarrel over money all the time. The financial problem will affect travel. Money disputes are quite typical, but when they include both money and travel, they become very contentious. Although Lindsay Silberman, a lifestyle writer based in Brooklyn, and her husband rarely argue while on vacation, she admits that "we have had conflicts in the trip planning phase, usually things related to price." Silberman and her husband Matthew, who have been married for 11 years, always find a happy medium and stay within their budget while making trip arrangements. Most couples talk about a budget for major purchases like hotels and flights, but daily expenses like meals and other expenses should be included as well.

3. Entrusting just one person with the planning
 

There tends to be one person who adores planning and one who can't be bothered with specifics in most relationships. Harris, who has provided marriage counseling to thousands of couples, advises that both partners should be involved, even if they are the ones conducting the research and making the bookings. By doing this, it is ensured that there are no surprises and that everyone is in agreement. According to Tammy Shaklee, relationship expert and founder of the H4M matchmaking business, both couples may contribute to planning by using their skills and character qualities. The extrovert will typically pick the hottest nightlife place or trip, whereas the introvert will typically do all the research and find the grandest location for the best value and timing. That is a fantastic combination, she said.

4. Beginning lengthy or group excursions too soon

The ideal place to start is with a weekend getaway that you can drive to or that is only a short flight away. It's probably not a good idea to jet off to Japan for a month's stay, according to Love and Matchmaking's Rachel Federoff. Couples might assess how successfully they travel together by taking a shorter trip to test the waters. Destin Pfaff, Federoff's matchmaker and spouse (they've been together since 2011) concur and adds that the same is true of early family or group travel. According to him, the introduction of new characters and events can result in a "hellcat." Early on, it's best to limit your travel to brief outings with just the two of you.

5. Not restricting work time and technology use
 

Technology "can be the ruiner of any trip," according to Pfaff, whether you've been dating for a short while or have been married for a while. Setting social media usage restrictions or mandating that phones be put away during meals and outings are two possible solutions to this problem. Any animosity can be avoided by discussing this beforehand. There should still be a clear strategy in place for those who can't completely unplug due to job obligations, such as simply reading emails in the morning or while your partner is off exploring on their own.

6. Maintaining a Busy Schedule
 

The biggest no-no for couples, according to Silberman, who has around 100 trips with her husband under her belt, is a busy schedule. "Avoid overcommitting yourself. That lesson was one I had to learn the hard way," she remarked. When visiting a new place for the first time, it can be natural to want to do everything, but this can soon backfire. Overextending oneself, being overstimulated, and jet lag can all lead to increased stress and partner conflict. More balance can be achieved by altering plans or alternating between busy and relaxed days.

7. Forgetting to Check in With One Another Once You're Actually on the Trip Pfaff advised checking in with 

each other and asking how the trip is going overall. It may come out as "I'm enjoying myself. If we can, I want to attempt to fit X in. How are you doing? This "daily download," according to Federoff, is a method to have a clear understanding of the day's highlights and how to address potential problems.

8. Investing excessive time in one another
 

You two adore one another, but that doesn't mean you have to be together all the time. Taking some time alone when traveling is okay, even required. This is especially advantageous if your spouse and you have different hobbies. "A day off might let the other partner go for an espresso and city street stroll. The first opportunity to connect, engage, and enjoy may then come from meeting for a light lunch or an afternoon museum trip, according to Shaklee.

9. Withholding discussion of current difficulties
 

It can happen, even though no one wants to argue, especially on a trip they've probably been looking forward to. It all depends on how and when these problems are resolved. Alicia T. Chew, a travel writer, recalls a vacation from early in her relationship. The fight continued, and the couple didn't settle it until they got back home. She claims that this was an error. After three years of dating, the pair now takes a completely new tack. "We prefer to resolve any disputes right away. I might leave the hotel room if I start to get heated, or I might go for a little stroll around the street. Once I've calmed down, [we] hash it out. Major problems shouldn't be left unattended for any longer than necessary.