Thinking about getting tested after a holiday romance?

Published June 24 2026 inSexual Health
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The summer months, sunshine and seaside have been tempting Brits overseas for years, but if you are recently back or about to go, you will not be the only person visiting our website who has had a holiday romance or passionate encounter.

 

  •  1 in 4 has had a holiday romance (the exact definition of “romance” is not stated!)
  • Over 1 in 10 go on to marry the person they met on holiday
  • 19% of men and 14% of women want more sex whilst on holiday

All of this is probably linked to the 64% of us who are happier on holiday than at the office.

This survey, by the Daily Mail shows that more people are having holiday romances before.  Possibly linked to being happier and relaxed and being the person we really want to be.  With or without romance, many people make new friends on holiday, which helps build their self-esteem at home.

If you are planning a holiday romance or worried about one you had, Better2Know can help you to get tested with fast results.  We also have clinics in Ibiza and Majorca if you would prefer to get tested in Spain.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Mike has been delivering world class Sexually Transmitted Infections testing services to Better2Know patients around the world for over ten years. He has written extensively on the subject, including numerous blogs for Better2Know which are designed to demystify the complex intricacies of sexual health testing. Mike wants to help his readers understand the risks they take in their daily sexual lives and provide the information they need when choosing an STI or STD test in a clear, concise and understandable way. Mike is particularly interested in writing about viral STIs like HIV and Hepatitis, as these infections can have a devastating impact on people’s lives if they are not diagnosed quickly. Only through being well informed can you best care for your health, and Mike is passionate about sharing his knowledge and experience to help you and all his readers lead a happier, healthier life.