The huge explosion in the popularity of Family Vacations has unwittingly caused a challenge for those looking for a quiet, adult atmosphere. As more and more resorts and cruise lines place greater emphasis on capturing their share of this massive trend, the sanctity of adult-oriented vacation spots is at risk.
Very frequently, a client of our travel agency asks us to arrange a "return" to a special place. Maybe it's the romantic spa resort they loved 5 years ago. The real and present danger is that this resort may have shifted its marketing direction toward "capturing the wave" of family travel. Here's a personal story form a previous blog post that dramatizes how a previously romantic upscale resort quietly (pun intended!) became a family-oriented place complete with water slides and kid's menus.
Over the years, we had a particular cruise line that we liked. Today, it is more like a family cruise line. With Disney Cruise Line, their targeted clientele is obvious... with other upscale lines that historically enjoyed a sophisticated image, it's not so obvious.
When you are embarking upon a relaxing, renewing escape there is nothing worse than finding yourself in "the wrong place"! I urge you to rely upon a good travel professional for guidance - many people think travel agencies are their most expensive option. They are dead wrong! If you don't have a reliable travel advisor, find one!!!!!!
Cheers,
Dick
1 comment:
Summers over now. We had terrific vaction. Thanks.
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