When thinking of trips for you and your partner to take, it can be stressful — to say the least. You want water, they want bush. You’re ready to fly, they want to drive. You want to take an overnight bag, they want to take four extra-large suitcases and borrow one of yours for good measure.
If planning this couple’s trip that you both fought so hard to get leave for is already causing stress, it might be wise to make sure you travel to a destination where you can unplug and relax. Australia is full of remote locations that force you to switch off. One of these is the Top End, giving you the chance to unwind with more than enough opportunities to take a dip and cool off.
After a short flight, you step off into that golden heat and immerse yourself in the Northern Territory, and all of its beaches, waterholes and natural pools. POPSUGAR Australia has teamed up with Flight Centre to showcase some of the best experiences for lovers that the NT has to offer.
Embark on a Sunset Cruise
You can fly straight into Darwin and not even have to concern yourself with unwinding as you hop off the plane and check in. I mean, why unwind on land when you can unwind at sea, with food and drink no less? Sunset dinner cruises for two are available for couples that are looking for a perfect waterside introduction to what Darwin has to offer. Your dinner will consist of local produce and fresh Australian seafood, and yes, you’ll be in air-conditioning! So you can make things romantic — dare we say, heat things up — while still enjoying that sweet, sweet sea breeze.
Go Hiking Just to Cool Off
Though, if sunset dinners aren’t to you or your partner’s taste, maybe you’re looking for something a little more adventurous. As you head toward the red centre, there are almost exclusively exciting terrains ready to test your bond (and your stamina). Taking on the West Macdonnell Ranges Tour (it’s one day), surround yourself with colossal natural structures — all grammable, by the way — before you enjoy a well-deserved soak in some natural waterholes.
Don’t Listen to TLC — Go Chase Those Waterfalls
The Litchfield National Park Waterfalls Tour is also a must if you can’t quite satiate your thirst for exploration. With its crystal-clear turquoise water and lush tropical scenery, the Waterfalls Tour is perfect for those who just want to marvel at nature’s supreme power. We’re talking stunning cascading waterfalls, more refreshing pools, and near-endless opportunities for memories to be made (or, at least, TikToks to be filmed).
If you’re looking for affordable ways to experience all this and more in the NT, you can head to Flight Centre right now and dive into a bunch of packages that they have to offer.
