Plan Around the Slowest Traveller
Whether it's young children or elderly family members, it helps to plan the itinerary around whoever needs the most time and rest, rather than packing the day too tight. Building in buffer time between activities avoids the rush that makes group trips stressful. It also helps to keep at least one or two days unplanned, so the group can rest or explore at their own pace.
Book Accommodation and Transport Together
Booking rooms and cabs as a group, rather than piecemeal, usually works out both cheaper and simpler to coordinate, especially for multi-city trips. Choosing accommodation with connecting or nearby rooms keeps the family together and makes managing luggage and schedules easier. If the group is large, a Tempo Traveller or similar vehicle for the whole trip is often more convenient than multiple smaller cabs.
- Build buffer time into the itinerary for slower travellers
- Book rooms and transport together for the whole group
- Keep a day or two unplanned for flexibility
- Carry copies of ID and medical information for each member
- Choose destinations with easy access to medical facilities if needed