The Go-Go's were on to something when they wrote the lyrics for their hit 80s song, "Vacation." We can all relate because everyone loves to get away. It's even good for your health. Researchers have shown that vacations can positively affect your health and sense of well being. Consider making your next vacation a group vacation. What better way to improve your health and strengthen your relationships with the people you love than taking a vacation together? You can even save money on your trip by having a large group. Here are three ways to do it.
Home Sharing
Instead of booking an expensive hotel for hundreds of dollars a night, a cheaper option for your group vacation is using a home sharing website. Companies like Airbnb and HomeAway are platforms for homeowners to offer their properties as vacation rentals to travelers. If your vacation group is large, it can be very affordable to find a rental property and split the costs among the group rather than booking separate hotel rooms. Additionally, rental properties often come with perks and amenities that hotels don't always offer, like full kitchens, entertainment or gaming systems, swimming pools, and more.
Coach Bus Rental Services
One unavoidable expense (that can also be one of the costliest) on any trip is transportation. Instead of taking taxis, renting cars, or trying to catch public transportation, consider renting a coach bus. If there are enough people in your group and you plan in advance, splitting the cost of a coach bus rental can often be more economical than the combined costs of the various forms of transportation you'll each have to take on your vacation. There are additional benefits too. You can keep the group together on the bus, enjoy each other's company throughout the trip, and ensure that no one gets lost or left behind. For more information, contact companies like Coach Bus Charter Toronto.
Ask about Group Rates
If you're considering sightseeing on your trip, find out if you can get group rates. For example, if you're thinking of whale watching in the Pacific Ocean, call up some boat touring companies and ask if they'll discount your tickets if you bring a certain number of people. It's typical in the tourism industry to offer discounted rates for large groups. The reasoning behind this is that a large group guarantees a certain amount of business for that day, therefore they're more likely to accommodate you on pricing. As you plan your trip, call ahead to the places you're considering, and find out about these rates. You'll be surprised at how much money you can save and how much fun you can have just by putting together a group trip.
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