What matters more for a great trip — where you go, or who you go with?

A natural way to answer

I'd argue the company matters more, though the place certainly helps. A stunning destination falls flat if you're with people who rub you up the wrong way, whereas good companions can turn an ordinary day into something special. The two together, of course, are the dream.

Key phrases to use

• the wrong company — people who are a bad fit and spoil the experience“Even a great trip is ruined by the wrong company.”
• rub you up the wrong way — irritate or annoy you“Something about him rubs me up the wrong way.”
• turn an ordinary day into something special — make a normal occasion memorable and lovely“Good friends turn an ordinary day into something special.”
• make memories that last a lifetime — create experiences you'll cherish forever“We made memories that last a lifetime on that trip.”
• turn a trip around — change a trip from bad or dull to good“One great evening turned the whole trip around.”