Domestic family or multi-generational travel is a priority for travelers 50-plus in 2023, according toAARP research.
The annual AARP Travel Trends study found that 14 percent of travelers expected to go on multi-generational trips.
These six families show us how its done.
Back then, it was just my wife and me and our four children.
Now each child is married, and we have eight grandchildren.
Sometimes a friend or two join us too.
We used them all.
Sure, there are challenges.
People are on different schedules and vacation differently.
The really young children make a lot of noise.
But it’s possible for you to always find your own place.
you could go sit down on the beach.
you could sit by the pool.
I have several favorite times of day.
And then we go buy bagels.
And dinner is great, because everybodys at the table.
Its a lot of work to put together, but its an amazing experience for all of us.
But for us, this trip is a tradition.
We talk about it all year.
When we go away together, there are so many precious moments the little moments that you cant plan.
Yes, demand is that high.
As we got older, we all wanted our kids to know their heritage.
So we started to have yearly get-togethers.
My sister Debbie and I manage the planning.
We have a family Facebook group, and we use that to get input.
Once wechoose a campground, Deb and I prepare a menu for each meal.
We post it, and everybody signs up for food, meal prep and cleanup.
The best moments are the campfires at night.
Well sing and tell stories.
I now know family I would never have had the chance to be close to.
And we have so much fun.
We take a stab at do stuff that doesnt cost a lot, Acheson says.
Rent a group campsite.Its cost-effective, and its better for campers who arent part of your group.
Book a covered pavilion to serve as the kitchen and gathering place.
