I took a 12-night cruise across Asia with my 64-year-old parents. I was exhausted, but I'd do it again in a heartbeat.

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Author Allie Hubers with her sister, parents smiling in front of water
As my parents get older, I find myself planning more of the family trips and handling logistics and issues, which can be mentally draining.

Allie Hubers

I started traveling with my mom after my dad died. She's living her best era.

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The author (right) and her mom traveled to the French Riviera together.

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I was skeptical about cruises for years. Then, I spent 8 days on one with 12 relatives of all ages.

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Before going on this cruise, my family of 13 had never been on vacation together.

Pamela Vachon

My husband and I took our kids and parents on a bucket list trip. It was so worth it.

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I've been on over a dozen multigenerational family vacations. We book separate accommodations and talk about money before leaving.

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The author (not pictured) has been on multiple multigenerational family vacations over the years.

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I rented a castle in Europe with my family. Our trip cost $151 a person per night, which felt affordable for what we got.

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My family stayed in a castle during our epic multigenerational trip.

Kathleen Willcox

I went on my first cruise with 3 generations of my family, and it was one of the most rewarding experiences of my life

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Adam England with his family while on a cruise.
Adam England went on his first cruise with his parents, sister, and grandmother.

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