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How to Plan a Multi-Generation Family Vacation

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Even the New York Times acknowledges that: As boomers join the ranks of grandparents, many are financing vacations for their children and grandchildren. My WWII era uncle and his wife made trips annually with one of their 4 grandchildren (a different one each year). We took my Mom with us to Florida in the 1980’s.

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Is the Building of Experiences and Memories Worth the Cost?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I found pleasure in thinking about giving our children and grandchildren the opportunity to see part of the world they might not otherwise see. Normally I am very frugal and a saver, but this trip meant more to me than the money involved. I believed it would provide the chance to try new things (to see, to do, to eat).

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