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Make a Group Vacation Awesome

1QTIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL GROUP VACATION With a little strategy, you can turn a group vacation into an ultimate getaway, whether it is a family reunion, business retreat, bachelor party or holiday gathering. Ready? Ready! MONTHS BEFORE TRIP Find a destination people can get to easily without breaking the bank. Think of your group members' desires. Does everyone like to ski? Is shop- ping GET THE WORD OUT So or a hike an Ready! alternative? Book the vacation rental far in advance Make a web site, blog, or Facebook page so everyone can share trip ideas. so folks can plan around the date. Favorite Time to Take a Vacation: Summer 48% >22% Spring 18% Winter > 12% Fall 24 TRACK COSTS Keep receipts, in case contributors ask about purchases. Exchange email addresses (for sending shopping lists and meal suggestions) and cell phone numbers. Use group discounts on airfare and at your destination's YOUR RENTAL attractions. Find a vacation home Some rentals with ample amenities and space so no one feels cramped. are equipped with a grill, pool and bikes (don't forget your helmets or other essentials). COUPON More is less! CREATE COMMIT- TEES Don't overpack. Everyone doesn't need to bring sunscreen, for example. Assign groups responsible for food, travel arrangements, games and photography. Make sure that the work load is evenly WHO COOKS & CLEANS? divided so no one is over- burdened and grumpy. For those in the cooking group: have each person cook his or her favorite Rotate the V meal on different nights. chores so everyone can contribute to the rental's cleanliness. TIME WELL SPENT Have adults take Consider everyone's input for the itinerary. Include flexibility so folks turns watching the kids so parents get some free time. can pursue their wants. Honor those who want to BE PREPARED FOR EMER- GENCIES relax. Find someone else who has the same activity level as you. A well-stocked Make a list of first aid kit is area emergency contacts, like 24-hour pharmacies and urgent care facilities. essential. Top Vacations by Category: Beach >> 35% Romantic 19% City 12% Outdoors 12% MEMORY MAKER Make a point to visit with those you Be willing to experience new foods, music, sporting activities and outings. haven't spent time with in the past. 10 www.. Groups will have a variety of travel personalities. You may not be able to please everyone. Make the most of your time together during this memorable trip! Sources: VacationRentals.com from HomeAway http://www.familylobby.com/family-tips/family-reunion.asp http://www.smartertravel.com/travel-advice/advfeatures/advice.php?id=16522 http://www.moneycrashers.com/planning-group-vacation-ideas-travel-budget

Make a Group Vacation Awesome

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With a little strategy, you can turn a group vacation into an ultimate getaway, whether it is a family reunion, business retreat, bachelor party or holiday gathering.

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