Every year, 21 members of my family go on a big vacation. It takes a lot of planning, but it's worth it.

Every summer, my multigenerational family, now comprising 21 members, assembles for a memorable vacation, considered the highlight of our year. We’ve moved from our cramped beginnings in a small lake house to traveling to diverse destinations, like the Azores. Successful planning is pivotal, involving creating a focused group chat for key decision-makers and agreeing on a shared budget to account for varying financial situations, ensuring everyone feels included and informed.

In our multigenerational family vacation planning, budgeting is crucial; align everyone's expectations upfront to ensure a harmonious approach to spending.

Creating a decision-makers group chat streamlined our vacation planning, allowing serious discussions while filtering out distractions from the larger family.

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