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Sep 20, 2014 | Travel
Getting relatives together for a family reunion can be a wonderful experience but, like most things, its success depends on proper planning.
Arranging the first gathering of the clan may seem a little daunting but it's manageable once you answer some basic questions about location, accommodations and date.
When choosing a destination, there are as many possibilities as there are family members. Here are some criteria to consider:
Many kinds of accommodations are appropriate for a family reunion, from huge resorts to cozy inns. Depending on family size, you'll want a place that can hold at least one large reunion dinner. It also should have separate areas so relatives can congregate as a group, separate into smaller parties or spend time as couples.
When picking a date, consider that families with school-age children may find it easier to attend a reunion in the summer or around a long holiday weekend. Depending on the activities planned, choose the time of year with appropriate weather.
Your travel agent can tell you when a destination is less crowded and whether off-season discounts are available.
Remember, the larger the gathering, the longer the planning time. It may take 18 to 24 months to put together a reunion for a large family scattered across the country.
For help, contact a travel agency experienced at arranging group tours -- expertise they can use to help put your family reunion together. A full-service travel agency, such as AAA can provide information on locations, accommodations, transportation and group discounts.
Through its network of AAA offices across the United States and Canada, AAA travel agencies can assist your relatives wherever they live.