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One of the secrets to ensuring that family trips are repeated and improved upon each year is to start planning the next one… right now, without rushing or pressure. When you have a large family, planning ahead not only makes logistics easier, it also generates excitement and commitment.
Here are some simple ideas to help you start planning your next family gathering today.
The best time to talk about the next family trip is:
It’s not about locking everything in—just planting the seed:
“What if we do something similar next year?”
For big families, it’s easier to agree on:
Choosing the **season** early lets everyone block it in their calendars ahead of time.
You don’t need to reinvent everything:
Family traditions grow stronger through repetition, not constant change.
Skip long surveys. Go with easy questions instead:
This gets everyone participating without making planning complicated.
You don’t need exact numbers yet—just a ballpark:
This makes a huge difference when you start looking at lodging options later.
Bringing up rough costs now helps:
It’s about aligning expectations, not collecting money yet.
Before wrapping up the conversation, say something like:
“So let’s aim for Holy Week next year?”
Even if it’s not final, it creates a reference point everyone remembers.
Jot down quick notes:
This saves tons of time when formal planning starts.
When the venue:
Planning the next one becomes way simpler.
Planning the next trip now does not mean committing immediately, but keeping alive the intention to get together again. That intention is the foundation of any lasting family tradition.
If you are planning a family trip for 30 to more than 250 people, choosing a venue that is equipped for large groups from the outset makes planning easier year after year.
👉 Learn about vacation rentals for large groups at Camper Club Malinalco
A completely private space with spacious accommodations, services included, and experience with large families, located very close to Mexico City, ideal for planning family trips today that will become a tradition tomorrow.
