WE’VE LEARNED A LOT over the last few years about what really matters, and topping that list for many of us is family. We’re prioritizing our loved ones, spending more time with them and, in lots of cases, living with an assortment of them. Multigenerational homes—as in grandparents, parents, and children all under the same roof—have quadrupled since the 1970s.

We’re also traveling with them. According to a recent Family Travel Association survey, 55% of respondents plan to do an extended family trip within the next year. And why not? It’s a great way to split costs, it often comes with built-in babysitting, it can bring siblings and cousins closer, and it’s an opportunity for the family bonding most of us crave, says Elissa Reisman, a Toronto-based travel designer at Craft Travel, a luxury tour operator that’s seen an uptick in group travel. “When families get to go away, be distraction-free, and spend quality time together, the experience can really make for wonderful core memories,” she says.

“Itching to take your clan on the road? Pleasing travelers with different interests, energy levels, and routines can be daunting, but with some thoughtful planning, an adventure with your extended nearest and dearest will likely be fun, and provide great family lore for years to come.

Choose the Right Location

When picking a destination, take everyone’s ages and abilities into account, says Niro Feliciano, a cognitive psychotherapist in Ridgefield, Connecticut, who plans an annual family trip with her parents, sisters, and their families—a total of 13 people ranging from an infant to an 83-year-old. “I remember dragging my 4- and 6-year-olds through the Louvre, which was crowded and not air-conditioned, and thinking, Whose idea was this?” she says. Start with a group trip to a nearby, chill spot, like your favorite lake or beach, so there’s less pressure to plan big outings.