Everyone dreams of planning an exotic getaway with their closest group of friends, going on unforgettable adventures and taking the pictures to prove it. That vacation doesn’t have to just be an unrealistic daydream, and has the potential to be a really incredible experience. If you take the precautions necessary to ensure that your trip doesn’t turn in to a catastrophe, you’ll reap the benefits of traveling with your besties, creating memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

What to Avoid:

Miscommunication of Goals: Make a list! Working on an itinerary together will ensure that everyone will get a chance to do what they want on the trip. No one wants to spend money on a vacation they won’t enjoy.

Unrealistic Expectations: Make sure you give yourself realistic time frames to get everything done. Planning back to back events will leave you tired and grumpy. Giving everyone enough time to experience their surroundings without being rushed to the next destination and having time to recoup at the end of a long day are two key factors to having an incredible traveling experience, regardless of who it’s with.

Benefits:

Similar Interests: Traveling with people who are interested in getting the same experiences out of a trip as you are is one great benefit of traveling with friends. Going away with family members may involve taking part in experiences you have no interest in, and traveling alone doesn’t provide you the chance to revel in your amazing adventures with a group that is as excited about them as you are.

Memories: Creating memories with those you love is important, and doing so with dear friends is no different. Although further bonding may not be necessary, it’s bound to happen when you do something new with people for the first time. When traveling with friends, you can look forward to feeling closer to your friends than you ever have before, especially if you plan on sharing a hotel room!

So grab your best friend or a whole group of buddies! Plan a trip you’ll all remember for the rest of your lives, and don’t be afraid to make your goals heard! Communication and planning will make the trip better for everyone.