Family In Focus NZ

We’re currently in the early planning stages of a family holiday to Queensland in 2026/2027, and I would love some advice from anyone who has travelled with a large group.

There will be eight of us in total — my husband and I, our three younger members of our family (twins aged 20 and son aged 16), one of our adult daughters, and her two young children (age 8/9 and 5) — so finding the right accommodation and travel setup will take a bit more thought than usual. Ideally, we would love to stay together rather than having to book multiple apartments, as spending time together as a family is a big part of what makes these trips so special for us.

One of the things my daughter and I really enjoy is starting the day with a quiet cuppa, reflecting on the day before and planning what the day ahead will bring. With young children in the mix, that’s a little more challenging, so we’re considering options such as a larger Airbnb or similar family-friendly accommodation.

If you’ve travelled with a large family group before — particularly with young children — I would really appreciate hearing about your experiences, tips, or accommodation recommendations. Any ideas or suggestions would be very welcome.

This is a very important family holiday for us, and we’re hoping to make it as enjoyable and stress-free as possible for everyone.

Thank you in advance