THE GIFT OF AN EXPERIENCE
Last Christmas, we made a decision with our children. Instead of exchanging gifts, we would go on a trip. Cherished memories last a lifetime and are far more valuable than any item purchased. It was satsifying to see how excited our kids were about the prospect.
With three sons in college, what could we afford to do? Where could we afford to go? We are a one income family. My husband and I wanted to do something special and still not break the bank.
DETERMINE THE DESTINATION
Would there be a specific purpose for this vacation, besides just having a fun experience? We allowed our sons to cast the major vote. They grew up surfing on the eastern coast of NC. They wanted to go surfing in an exotic location, somewhere with a nice warm water temperature in early January. Their choice destination was Costa Rica.
Well, what you want and what you get can be two different things....
In the next few posts, I will outline how we managed to frugally enjoy the exotic location of Barbados. We didn't go hungry and didn't feel deprived.
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