Here's the deal, asktrp. Met an 8, interest, etc. but didnt escalate on first meet.

Weeks later, after seemed to be dead, sent message about potential to go on trip. Now the kicker is: how do I immediately escalate so that the trip doesnt turn into a friendzone hell of a week instead of a weeklong fuckfest?

Advice appreciated

Edit1: What gifts? The trip was like a mutual plan but it's all pay-your-way. Not paying for anything except my own flight.