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[quote=Anonymous]A few thoughts:

- Since it is unlikely that everyone is going to move closer, start a tradition by splitting the distanced.  Look for locations in the midwest that are halfway between both coasts so that both the DC part of the family and the LA part of the family have to travel halfway.  It will be cheaper, but equally a burden to everyone rather than always being more expensive for one part of the family than the other.  There are many, many nice places in the middle of the country to suit your needs

- Look for a resort where you can find house rentals nearby.  Those who want can stay in the resort, those who want can stay in the nearby home.  The nearby home can be used for OP and family to accommodate the restricted diet of the child plus can be used for the group gatherings including meals.  If you are doing a week-long vacation, designate a few days for group get-togethers and a few days for "everyone's on their own."  Find a mix of days to suit as many people as possible.  You can find a lot of resort rental sites that have house rentals nears resorts.  You can also look for an AirBnB type location to rent for the rental.

- Look for off-peak times to get a discount.  You can go to summer resort type areas in the Fall to get a savings.  I've found that there a warm weather places that have great off-season discounts, and still have indoor heated pools, spas, saunas, jacuzzis, live music, restaurants and nearby attractions that are great deals.

- Look for places that offer the most flexibility for entertainment.  You want to start a tradition, so try to find places that may offer alternative entertainment in the future.  Often locations in bigger urban areas have that, but sometimes you can find resorts that are slightly more out-of-the-way but have easy access to a major urban area.  You want to have this year's trip there, but if this becomes the new family tradition, then it leaves you and the in-laws options to make it more appealing in future years.[/quote]

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