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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I can relate with OP's frustration. 
I really like my in-laws, but they live half a continent away, and there is definitely an expectation that we will visit regularly, and we will pay.
We've already made it clear that we aren't coming next year, and while I think they are a bit miffed, they are not (yet) giving us a lot of static about it.
For those that say "adults should pay" I say it's not quite that simple.
While my husband and I both have successful, stable careers, we don't have a particularly high household income. Meanwhile we have to save for college, pay mortgage, and overall $$ living in expensive DC area. Meanwhile, in-laws are very comfortably retired, continue to live in their huge house (but don't host--everyone is expected to chip in for a lake house rental, and they also keep track of all food purchase and split the costs) and they are excitedly talking about their springtime river cruise through Europe.
Basically, these people could absolutely cover the cost, but they choose not to do so. 
I went this year because SIL had a new baby, but I'm making it clear that if in laws want to prioritize their money spending away from family visits, then I think I want to do the same!
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+1 We are similar. [/quote]

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