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[quote=Anonymous]OP, we are in the same situation, with a little more pushback and guilt tripping involved (and perhaps more of a financial burden as we have never taken a vacation that involves flying or staying in a hotel/rental house since kids born)

I will echo a PP's suggestion that you have to be very clear, perhaps in writing so there is no miscommunication, of what you can/cannot do. They may think since you swung it last 2 years that it's not a big deal to you.

"We are so grateful for the offer to have the kids visit, we know how much they love you as we do. However, we just can't pay for plane tickets at this time, and apologize if it wasn't clear earlier when we told you DH and DW couldn't go that it was because of the cost. We would love for you to come stay with is so we won't miss seeing you this year. Please take us up on our offer to host you this year."

Or something with a combination of gratefulness, regret and genuine invite to your home to make sure you all get together.
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