Planning a trip when everyone wants something different

By the Nexara Holidays travel desk · 2 min read

One wants adventure, another wants the spa, a third wants temples and someone else wants to shop. Here is how to plan a trip that works for everyone.

Choose a destination with variety

Some destinations offer something for everyone:

• Bali (South Coast): temples, beaches, spas, rice terraces and adventure.
• Singapore: attractions, food, shopping and nature.
• Kashmir: houseboats, gardens, snow, shopping and gentle walks. See Srinagar.
• Rishikesh: rafting, yoga, temples and cafés.
• Thailand: beaches, temples, nightlife and shopping.

Give everyone a "must-do"

Ask each person for one essential activity and build the trip around these.

Split up sometimes

It is fine for the group to separate for half a day. One person dives while another visits a spa; meet for dinner.

Choose the right base

A central hotel makes splitting up easy.

Alternate days

Alternate active days with relaxed ones, so everyone gets time to do what they enjoy.

Keep shared moments

Plan a few experiences everyone enjoys together, such as a sunset cruise, a special dinner or a cooking class.

Be realistic about pace

A mixed group often needs a slower pace than any one member would choose.

Let us help

Tell us about each person's interests and we will build a balanced plan. See our Customised private tours page.

A simple planning exercise

Before you book, list everyone's top three wishes and mark the overlaps. The overlaps become shared days.