[header] How to stay sane traveling with other families [title] Plan living arrangements. [step] With a family, it's often best to do a vacation rental instead of a hotel room so that kids and adults can sleep comfortably and on different schedules. If you are traveling with one or more families, decide what arrangements would be best for everyone. 
You may want accommodations that include a kitchen and a washer/dryer. This can help keep expenses lower and provide some space when needed.