Many benefits of a vacation come from shared experiences, which is why travelers often go in a group. Choosing to travel this way creates a unique experience that you cannot compare to solo traveling. Below are a few advantages you can expect when you book a tour or vacation with friends.

Benefits of Group Travel

1. Plan Easier

Planning a vacation is stressful, but working with a group will make the process smoother. Friends and family can provide input and adopt tasks like researching and finding lodging to prevent stressing out a single person. If you decide to book with a travel company, they will often handle all of the planning so that you only need to show up and follow their guidelines.

2. See Different Perspectives

Everyone looks at the world differently, and one traveler may see a historic site or cultural landmark differently than you. These perspectives can create a balanced experience and expand the way you interpret something. They also may offer insight or historical facts to accompany what you are seeing. Learning and sharing these feelings is something you cannot do by yourself.

3. Stay Safe

When traveling, staying safe should be your top priority. By going with a group, you have many people around who can account and watch out for you. You’ll be a less likely target for theft, and tour guides will direct you to the safest parts of an area. This ensures you get more time to enjoy what’s around you, rather than worrying about if you’re safe.

4. Build & Strengthen Connections

A group vacation with friends is an excellent way to strengthen the bonds that you all share. People will rely on one another, learn, contribute, and guide the group—all of which are essential relationship-building exercises. If you’re joining a tour group, you can also make new friends that may last a lifetime.

 

If you want to take the stress out of planning a vacation, turn to travel agent Nancy Luechtefeld of Unique Journeys LLC. Based in Affton, MO, Nancy will connect you with all the resources you need for an amazing trip. She’s been serving customers since 1991 and will handle all your travel booking needs. Call (314) 644-8691 to discuss an upcoming trip, and connect on Facebook for more travel tips. Learn more about her services on her website.