You should plan group trips with everyone involved.
Connor is taking his wife and three kids on a vacation, they're driving cross country to visit relatives.
Connor wants to have an enjoyable trip.
Connor plans out the route in advance, taking suggestions from his wife and kids for activity stops.
Connor plans out the route in advance, including activity stops, without consulting his family.
Everyone in the car gets to do some activities that they like, and it's a very enjoyable trip for everyone.
Connor's route and activities are of interest to him and his wife, but the kids are bored and whine a lot.