Benefits of Traveling in a Small Group
When it comes to travel, there’s nothing quite like sharing memories with your loved ones or like-minded travelers. Whether you’re planning on traveling with your family or friends, there are many benefits to keeping your adventure group small when booking your trip.
Travel Arrangements
When traveling without assistance, there’s a lot of energy that goes into planning every detail, like how to get to your destination, where to stay, how to get around, or what to do when you get there. Also, it can be a hassle planning your trip if you are unfamiliar with the destination, or if you don’t speak the language. Having your travel agency handle all the group travel arrangements can keep things better organized and helps ease your stress.
Share Experiences
A benefit to group travel is that it is a great way to get to know your fellow travelers. Whether you’re traveling with family and friends, or making new friends, traveling as a group eliminates the pressure of traveling alone. You may even meet people who will become close friends.
Make Local Connections
Traveling in small groups is a more personal way to travel and allows you to connect with the local community. Many small tour groups include a local tour guide that is knowledgeable about the area, speaks the language, and can offer a more intimate look at the culture and history of your destination. They know where those “hidden gems” are located and can point out the best sites to see and give you background information that you wouldn’t be able to get otherwise.
Save Time
Let’s face it, when you travel with a large group, you’re constantly waiting for your fellow travelers at the baggage claim, checking into hotels, and coordinating transportation. It can be tiring. Fewer travelers in your group mean less time waiting around and more time taking in the sites.
Although it may not be for some people, traveling as a group has countless advantages that make traveling easy.
Interested in booking group travel or looking to create your own travel group? Contact your local AAA Travel Agent at 1-800-222-1469, AAA.com/Groups, or stop by your local AAA office.
