Divorce alternative, number two?
Sep 4th, 2009 by Adrienne Keith
On the lighter side…
I’ve posted previously about a UK attorney who encourages couples contemplating divorce to take dance lessons. Today’s news bring this story about “divorce tourism” in India. Yes, divorce tourism.
On one hand, the cynic in me says that a couple who is having problems may find the stresses of travel to exacerbate tensions. On the other hand, I think research shows that engaging in “adventure” (be it travel, a trip to the amusement park, or just trying a new place for dinner) can help strengthen a couple’s connection. Based on social pressure in India for couples to stay together, it sounds like this may work as a money-making endeavor if not as a marriage-saving one.
Interestingly, divorce rates are rising in cities, where residents have higher incomes and women are gaining financial independence. Given this, starting a business in “divorce tourism” to help couples rekindle their passion seems a little bit like playing someone a song when they’ve come to buy a car: In other words, there’s a disconnect between the underlying needs of the client and the service being offered. I guess time will tell…