The last two days, I have been busy coordinating with my mom travel plans for next year. We are planning on traveling as a family for an exciting vacation. There were many parts to the adventure. First, we needed to nail down dates. This was quite tenuous because we had to figure out lodging accommodations which would fit our needs.
Next, we had to figure out how to travel home. One would think we could just fly home, but not so fast. The flights are messy and expensive. So, instead, we are taking a detour and traveling to a different city and spending a few night there. Why? Because it is cheaper to fly to another city and stay a few nights than it is to fly directly home. So, we had to find a hotel for a few nights.
Then, we had to get flights. Most people would not think this would be very labor intensive, but it was. Not everyone is traveling at the same time or in the same class. I had to figure out which airlines flew to which cities. Then, we have luggage which needs to be accounted for. Some airlines allow luggage, and some are very strict and do not allow a carry-on item.
After spending several days researching flights and trying to use airline miles and paying cash, I finally figured out how to get almost everyone from their home to the vacation spot to the intermediate spot and back home again. At the moment, everyone has a seat and is flying on an airline. Some of the flights are refundable. So, at any time, a family member might tell me he/she does not like his/her flight and want to change it.
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