Saving Money


Reunion Planning A to Z

A – Attendance varies by the reunion, but a good rule to follow is 25% of the class size will attend.  This includes guests. B – Bar...
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T-Shirts

Planning t-shirts for your reunion? Reunion t-shirts in summer are ubiquitous  I see several reunion t-shirts every time I go to the farmers market (what’s...
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Transportation

Price out your trip components (air, hotel, rental car) at several online booking sites, then ask an agent to do better. Some large agencies buy...
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Saving reunion $$$

Make decisions early. Negotiate for more than just group rates. Trade something you don’t need for something you do. For example, if you don’t need...
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Fundraising

Apps for reunions Sending a local map to attendees is always a good idea. Most convention and visitors bureaus (CVB) offer maps, usually at no...
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Plan Reunion Spending

Review personal finances to determine the money available for reunion expenses without adding debt. Estimate total reunion costs, travel, meals, accommodations and spending money. If...
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When Booking

Ask your hotel about their group policy. Some hotels extend a complimentary room when a minimum number of rooms are booked. Traditionally planners take complimentary...
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