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What is Multigenerational Travel?

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What is Multigenerational Travel?

Multigenerational travel also referred to as multigen, is a term used to describe multiple generations in a family who are choosing to go on a holiday together. These generations could be grandparents, parents and children, as well as cousins and aunties and uncles, all of which decide to share their trip together.

Multigenerational travel is slowly becoming increasingly popular, with families deciding to spend their precious vacation time together as a family.

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Top Destinations for Multi-Generational Travel

French Alps

Top-tier destination for all the family, even if you aren't the best skier! Stunning snowy scenery in the winter, yummy French cuisine and a perfect spot for spa treatments.

Costa Rica

Perfect location for a multi-generational trip! Those who are more active in the family will love the wealth of opportunities and activities that Costa Rica has to offer, particularly those who enjoy all things watersports.

Italy

Italians love their families, so why not visit their country with your family and join in with their culture for a short while? Packed with history and a perfect climate, Italy makes for a very special multigenerational holiday destination.

Croatia

Croatia, a great destination for a multi-generational trip. With gorgeous pebble beaches, idyllic islands and beautiful vistas, Croatia is a one-stop-shop for all things vacay. 

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Benefits of Multi-Generational Travel

  • Multigen travel allows all family members to bond, no matter their age or how far apart they live from each other.
  • It's a great way to spend quality time with each other in a new environment, something which may not happen regularly when back home.
  • Multigenerational travel is also the perfect time to make lasting memories as a family, ones which every family member can look back on with fondness.
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What is 3G travel?

3G travel also referred to as three-generation travel, is a popular form of travel that involves multiple generations of a family travelling together. This could typically be grandparents, parents and grandchildren.


Three-generation travel (3G) tends to be carefully planned so that it caters to all members of the family that are travelling. If you need any inspiration for the best family travel destinations, check out our handy guide.

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Flights on Finance

With Alternative Airlines you can book your multi-generational flights on finance using our buy now, pay later options. Booking your flights on finance allows you to pay for your flight over time, taking that added stress away and letting you enjoy your well-deserved trip as a family. 

Some of the buy now, pay later options that we offer on our site include Klarna, Affirm, PayPal Credit and Afterpay.

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