When planning a vacation, deciding where you want to travel is the easy part. The exhausting amount of work that goes in to organizing the perfect trip can make your head spin. Why put yourself through all that stress? Group travel is a perfect solution that requires you to choose your destination and then sit back and relax.

Here are five great reasons to consider group travel:

1. Top Destinations. Whether you are looking to explore enchanting castles in Ireland or take a journey to Mid-West U.S.A., group trips consist of carefully selected destinations that offer one-in-a-lifetime experiences. Many of these destinations are sure to be on your “Bucket List” of places to visit.
    
2. Convenience.  If organizing isn’t your forte, then group travel is a no-brainer. Group travel experts research and put together itineraries that feature unique opportunities for travelers. This saves you the trouble of researching hotels, flights, restaurants, directions and activities. Also with most group vacations, a travel escort is with you for the duration of the trip to help ensure that your plans run smoothly.
    
3. Value. Instead of having to book everything separately, these vacations are wrapped up into one convenient package price – which usually includes transportation, airfare, hotels, activities and some meals. Plus, due to the volume of business, group travel experts can often negotiate lower prices than someone traveling on their own.
    
4. Freedom. Many people who hear the words “group travel” have the assumption that these kinds of vacations don’t allow for free time. This couldn’t be farther from the truth. Group travel experts know you don’t want your vacation to be tied down to the minute, so they purposely schedule down time into itineraries. Hotels are chosen in ideal locations specifically to allow you the freedom to explore on your own.
    
5. Shared Experiences. There’s nothing better than vacationing with people that love to travel and have similar things in common with you. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or doing the trip solo, you’ll always have someone to explore new worlds, share experiences and converse in great conversation.

There are many reasons why group travel is a perfect solution for your next vacation. Alleviate the stress of planning and leave the preparation to the travel experts. Contact your local AAA Travel Agent to find out what group vacations are available to you.