November 1, 2004

Four Tips for a Terrific Traveling Reunion

1. Delegate duties. Pick family members to contact visitor centers, check out accommodations, and coordinate payments. Assign youngsters to...

From The November-December 2004 Issue

1. Delegate duties. Pick family members to contact visitor centers, check out accommodations, and coordinate payments. Assign youngsters to research and report on the chosen area.

2. Negotiate group rates for lodging, transportation, event tickets, and meals.

Reunion on the Road

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Selected Reunion and Travel Resources

3. Plan flexibly. Where possible, offer options for recreation activities. Build in plenty of down time.

4. Bring family memorabilia. Remember, the trip is a reunion as well as a vacation. Bring copies of old photographs and other treasures (but leave the originals at home).

Published in the November-December 2004 print issue in the New England Regional section.

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