It’s vacation time! And to make them unforgettable, the best thing is to go with your friends. While laughter and memorable memories will definitely be part of it, we still have some advice to give you so that everything goes as well as possible!
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1. Go with the right friends
Far be it from us to establish a hierarchy between your friends! But to go on holiday with your friends in complete peace of mind, it’s easier to have the same interests. Even if it’s always friends first, if you go in trail and trekking mode and your friends are more into parties and relaxation, it goes without saying that you won’t be in the same mood!
Top tip : Before you even choose your destination, see if you’re on the same wavelength about the vibe of your next trip!
go on holiday with friends
2. The organization is ok but together
Going on vacation with friends also means organizing your trip with friends! And for everything to go well, there is no way that just one person should take care of all the logistics.
If you drive like a real driver, take care of booking the car rental, but if you have the talent of a real estate agent to find great accommodations at the best price, we’ll let you book the accommodations instead!
Top tip : Organize a pre-vacation meeting to plan the stay without anyone being able to back out!
organize vacations with friends
3. Check out useful apps before your vacation with friends
Smartphone addicts know it better than anyone: there are apps for absolutely everything! Directions, maps, transportation or even translators: for every situation, you will find the app you need.
And since good accounts make good friends, don’t forget to download an app to calculate the sharing of expenses.
Top tip : Assign one app per person so everyone has a mission!
holiday apps with friends
4. Distribute daily tasks
Just because you love cooking doesn’t mean you have to get in the kitchen every night and cook for your hungry group of friends! After all, it’s everyone’s vacation, right? To avoid the same people always putting their feet under the table or their hands in the dough, divide up the daily tasks as if you were sharing a flat. Also, think about going out for a gourmet meal so you can have a good time with friends without having to go to the kitchen!
Top tip : Swap roles throughout your stay so you’re not always on dishwashing duty!
daily tasks vacation with friends
5. Together is everything, but not all the time
You love your friends: the proof is that you go on vacation with them! But being with them 24/7 (even if they are your best friends) can sometimes be tricky. Don’t hesitate to give yourself a few moments to find yourself, especially when you feel tired.
Good advice : Jogging or yoga alone in the morning, reading before going to sleep: don’t neglect your solo rituals, they are part of your balance.
time for yourself vacation with friends
6. Separate to better reunite
Your group is really keen to try scuba diving, but you and water are two different things… On the other hand, you would like to try skydiving but several of your friends are afraid of heights… The solution so that no one gets frustrated? Make small groups based on the activities! Just because you’re on holiday doesn’t mean you have to do absolutely everything together!
Good advice : Don’t impose anything on anyone, holidays are for resting and relaxing!
holiday activities with friends
