A lot goes into planning a family reunion. To avoid hurting anyone’s feelings, creating confusion or upsetting people, the family reunion planner must keep the proper channels of communication open and let family members know what’s going on. The planner should also keep in mind what arrangements are most convenient for the maximum number of family members. Much stress can be avoided by arranging the family reunion for the same weekend each year, so people can plan their travel in advance and enjoy some sort of comfort in always knowing when they will be expected to attend. That being said, today’s family reunions have sprouted beyond the homestead or the local park and into exciting family reunion resorts and cruise ships! The good news is that these trips are surprisingly affordable; not to mention there’s no cooking or clean-up!

One of the best ways to plan a family reunion is to book an all-inclusive family reunion cruise or a stay at an all-inclusive family reunion resort. This option is best suited for active and far-flung families, many of which have to travel across the country to get together with relatives anyway. This option is also suited for family members who enjoy a convenient, no-fuss vacation that allows for a myriad of fun family reunion activities. The best part about these family reunions is that there are no hidden expenses — generally all meals, sodas, transportation, rooms and entertainment are included. Additionally, no one has to cook, clean or drive anywhere! The one con to booking this way is that extra costs like shore excursions and alcohol expenses can potentially rack up the bill. One can expect to pay anywhere from $250 to $600 per person (plus airfare) for a 5-day cruise, assuming that 20 or more people attend. Naturally, the more people that go, the lower the price and often times, the party planner gets to sail or stay for free.

In a 2004 study, the Family Travel Forum looked into planning a family reunion at an all-inclusive resort. They examined family reunion location choices, transportation availability, the variety of accommodations, activities for all ages, unique attractions, dining facilities and group discounts in choosing their “Top Getaways for Family Reunions.” Their top all-inclusive resorts were the Woodloch Pines in the Poconos, Pennsylvania, and Club Maeva Tulum in Riviera Maya, Mexico — although the latter is currently closed for renovations following Hurricane Wilma. Woodloch Pines has also been highly recommended by Family Circle Magazine and Better Homes & Gardens as “one of the best family all-inclusive resorts.” Each guest house holds 10-12 people, giving families full access to on-site spas, championship golf courses, Broadway shows, boating, hiking, kayaking, rappelling, fishing, dancing, crafts, go-karts, outdoor sports facilities, family Olympics, bingo, scavenger hunts, swimming and intimate family-style meals.

Ancestral travel is another option when planning a family reunion. For instance, Jewish descendents often travel back to their homeland as a rite-of-passage. Many fun family reunions involve a pilgrimage back to mainland China, Italy, Germany, Poland, Ireland, Scotland or England. A family of 20 can take an extraordinary cultural exodus like this for about $3,000 per person for a 10-day stay, including airfare and accommodations. All meals and excursions are extra, naturally, but the memories are priceless. While families are visiting overseas, they can rent a home for less than a hotel, visit cemeteries and plan a group activity like a day at the museum or a cooking class. Perhaps old ancestors can even be contacted to make the visit even more meaningful. For more information, these sites will help; www.ancestralrootstravel.com and www.ancestraltravel.homestead.com.

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