Cost per person?

[Jennifer124]

I am pricing a girls' trip for 3 adults and 2 kids, both of whom would be 6 at the time of the trip. How do I figure out how much each adult owes? There are 5 people in the room (I priced an AoA suite), but one of them isn't responsible for any children. So would I split the room cost 5 ways or 3 ways?

 

[smitch425]

I am pricing a girls' trip for 3 adults and 2 kids, both of whom would be 6 at the time of the trip. How do I figure out how much each adult owes? There are 5 people in the room (I priced an AoA suite), but one of them isn't responsible for any children. So would I split the room cost 5 ways or 3 ways?

Children are free in terms of the room, so just split it 3 ways.

 

[minnie mum]

I'd split the room cost 3 ways. Children "stay free"- aren't charged extra for staying in their parent's room. Then each person pays for their own ticket, and their child's ticket. Are you on the dining plan, or free dining?

If you will be charging to your KTTW cards while there, you would also want to set up separate credit cards on each card when you check in (for each of the adults).

 

[lanejudy]

Might depend on how the "childless" adult feels - whether "technically" fair or not, if that person feels he/she is shouldering a larger burden it could create hard feelings and a lousy vacation experience.

Yes, technically children are free in a hotel room; however, you are getting a suite which is more expensive than a standard room and also might not be necessary if it was just the 3 adults on this trip. So you might split it 5 ways and each adult pays for him/herself and child(ren) as appropriate. That 3rd adult might actually pay less to have a separate standard room alone than a one-third share of a suite. But if that 3rd adult doesn't mind, then go with the one-third split.

Presumably you are only trying to split the room cost and not tickets or dining package - as you'd want to look at the age breakdowns for that scenario.

Enjoy your vacation!

 

[Marionnette]

I am pricing a girls' trip for 3 adults and 2 kids, both of whom would be 6 at the time of the trip. How do I figure out how much each adult owes? There are 5 people in the room (I priced an AoA suite), but one of them isn't responsible for any children. So would I split the room cost 5 ways or 3 ways?

I would split it 3 ways but let the woman with no kids have the bed in "bedroom" while the moms share the foldout beds in the living area with their kids. The child-free woman ends up paying more "per person" than the moms but she also gets some privacy away from the kiddos when she goes to bed.

 

[scrapquitler]

Might depend on how the "childless" adult feels - whether "technically" fair or not, if that person feels he/she is shouldering a larger burden it could create hard feelings and a lousy vacation experience.

Yes, technically children are free in a hotel room; however, you are getting a suite which is more expensive than a standard room and also might not be necessary if it was just the 3 adults on this trip. So you might split it 5 ways and each adult pays for him/herself and child(ren) as appropriate. That 3rd adult might actually pay less to have a separate standard room alone than a one-third share of a suite. But if that 3rd adult doesn't mind, then go with the one-third split.

Presumably you are only trying to split the room cost and not tickets or dining package - as you'd want to look at the age breakdowns for that scenario.

Enjoy your vacation!

I agree with this. Even though kids are 'free', you need the more expensive room because of those 'free' kids. I think it is most fair to pay per person than per adult.

 

[brekin67]

I think it should be split 5 ways, then the adults can pay for their own children. The children are taking up room from the adult without children.

 

[smitch425]

I think it should be split 5 ways, then the adults can pay for their own children. The children are taking up room from the adult without children.

Not really, especially if they give the childless person the bedroom. they are not taking anything away from them that they would have had in a room of their own elsewhere. The childless person would not get the same amenities for an amount equal to a third of the price of the suite if they were in a room of their own. They are still getting a wonderful deal. The children should not factor into the room cost at all.

 

[Bob NC]

I am pricing a girls' trip for 3 adults and 2 kids, both of whom would be 6 at the time of the trip. How do I figure out how much each adult owes? There are 5 people in the room (I priced an AoA suite), but one of them isn't responsible for any children. So would I split the room cost 5 ways or 3 ways?

Obviously if I were the parents of the kids going I would want to split it 3 ways.

If I were the single I would want it split 5 ways.

The way I look at it I am either sharing a room with 2 other bodies or 4 other bodies.

I'd rather be in a room with only 2 others, not as crowded, no wait for bathroom, less stuff everywhere.

I wouldn't find the 2 options to be of EQUAL VALUE to me if I were the single.

 

[smitch425]

Obviously if I were the parents of the kids going I would want to split it 3 ways.

If I were the single I would want it split 5 ways.

The way I look at it I am either sharing a room with 2 other bodies or 4 other bodies.

I'd rather be in a room with only 2 others, not as crowded, no wait for bathroom, less stuff everywhere.

I wouldn't find the 2 options to be of EQUAL VALUE to me if I were the single.

There are 2 bathrooms, so she could have one to herself if she wanted to.

If it were just the 3 adults going, the childless person would still pay one third of the rate, and unless the adults were willing to share a bed with one another, they would still need a suite or two standard rooms.

 

[Bob NC]

There are 2 bathrooms, so she could have one to herself if she wanted to.

If it were just the 3 adults going, the childless person would still pay one third of the rate, and unless the adults were willing to share a bed with one another, they would still need a suite or two standard rooms.

I just gave my opinion, for me I would want to pay less if I'm sharing a room with FOUR people rather than TWO people. I wouldn't care whether there were 2, 5 or 7 bathrooms.

It's just my opinion, you don't have to argue with every opinion I have do you?

 

[smitch425]

I just gave my opinion, for me I would want to pay less if I'm sharing a room with FOUR people rather than TWO people. I wouldn't care whether there were 2, 5 or 7 bathrooms.

It's just my opinion, you don't have to argue with every opinion I have do you?

I wasn't arguing with you at all. I was pointing out that with two bathrooms, there would likely be no reason for a wait at the bathroom. The second paragraph had nothing to do with your post. That is why it was separated. I don't know what I ever did to make you react that way, but I try to be respectful of everyone here. Sorry if I did something wrong.

 

[WanderlustNZ]

My MIL often tags along on trips with us, making our traveling party 3 adults and one child. So I have encountered a similar situation when it comes to trying to work out the cost. Even though my MIL would be happy to pay whatever I suggest, I usually spit the bill based on 30% for each adult and 10% for my son. My family pays roughly 70% of the hotel and car rental costs and my MIL pays 30%. One suggestion is that rather than 1/3 or 1/5 of the bill, you could compromise by charging the solo traveller 1/4.

One thing to bare in mind. The travel industry is not always kind to solo travelers - making them pay the same price for a room as a couple. So, a person traveling solo is often grateful for the chance to share with others (children or not). My MIL could not afford to do the trips she does with us if she was traveling alone.

Have you priced up 3 little mermaid rooms and compared it to the cost of the suite? If the suite works out cheaper, I think it's probably fair to split 3 ways as the solo traveler is paying less than they would if traveling alone. If the 3 LM rooms work out cheaper, the solo traveller is getting a bit of an unfair deal by going thirds and should at the very least get the best room in the Suite.

 

[robinb]

Splitting it by 3 doesn't seem fair to the single person. She is paying the same as the women with kids.

Splitting it by 5 doesn't seem fair to the women with kids since it's making the price for adults and children the same.

What about splitting it by 8? The single person pays 2/8ths and the moms pay 3/8ths? That way the single person is paying a bit less and the moms are paying a bit more to cover their kids.

 

[Bob NC]

My MIL often tags along on trips with us, making our traveling party 3 adults and one child. So I have encountered a similar situation when it comes to trying to work out the cost. Even though my MIL would be happy to pay whatever I suggest, I usually spit the bill based on 30% for each adult and 10% for my son. My family pays roughly 70% of the hotel and car rental costs and my MIL pays 30%. One suggestion is that rather than 1/3 or 1/5 of the bill, you could compromise by charging the solo traveller 1/4.

One thing to bare in mind. The travel industry is not always kind to solo travelers - making them pay the same price for a room as a couple. So, a person traveling solo is often grateful for the chance to share with others (children or not). My MIL could not afford to do the trips she does with us if she was traveling alone.

Sounds like you have a good plan worked out. Sounds like a good compromise to keep things even.

I might disagree, (a very little), with the whole "You're a solo so you should just be happy we let you come with us" aspect of your argument.

I think it's different too that your odd wheel is a member of your family. Of course MIL doesn't mind sharing a room with the grandkid. My only thing is that in the OP's situation of course the two mothers with their six year old daughters love rooming together. I didn't take it that the third adult coming was a relative so I'm not sure staying in a room with 2 six year olds is quite the 'non-issue' that it would be for a relative of the kids.

LOL, what if the two women each had 3 kids and they were getting accomodations for 9, would the solo still pay 1/3rd? Same thing right?

 

[bennifer]

I understand both views. As a single mom, my son and I would often tag along with my parents on vacations, and I always offered to split it 4 ways instead of 3. OP, I think maybe you should talk to the childless adult so you know what and how you can price your vacation!

 

[smitch425]

Have you priced up 3 little mermaid rooms and compared it to the cost of the suite? If the suite works out cheaper, I think it's probably fair to split 3 ways as the solo traveler is paying less than they would if traveling alone. If the 3 LM rooms work out cheaper, the solo traveller is getting a bit of an unfair deal by going thirds and should at the very least get the best room in the Suite.

One suite is substantially cheaper than getting 3 standard rooms. Plus, the suite offers more amenities than a standard. Not sure of Op's dates, but if the rate is $300 per night for the suite, it seems crazy to me to ask that the 6 year olds be responsible for $60 each. $100 per family is much more reasonable. I do think splitting it up with both kids equaling one fourth of the rate would be a great compromise, though.

 

[WanderlustNZ]

Sounds like you have a good plan worked out. Sounds like a good compromise to keep things even.

I might disagree, (a very little), with the whole "You're a solo so you should just be happy we let you come with us" aspect of your argument.

I think it's different too that your odd wheel is a member of your family. Of course MIL doesn't mind sharing a room with the grandkid. My only thing is that in the OP's situation of course the two mothers with their six year old daughters love rooming together. I didn't take it that the third adult coming was a relative so I'm not sure staying in a room with 2 six year olds is quite the 'non-issue' that it would be for a relative of the kids.

LOL, what if the two women each had 3 kids and they were getting accomodations for 9, would the solo still pay 1/3rd? Same thing right?

Firstly, to avoid being misquoted, I never said "You're a solo so should just be happy we let you come with us". The connotations in that sentence are very different to what I was saying. My MIL is happy she gets to come along with us, as we are happy that she comes along. She is my friend as well as my MIL. She has traveled on tours before where they match you up with a room mate and not been very happy with the match. However, it was the only way she could afford the tour. Traveling with us works well for her.

I do agree that family vs friends are different scenarios, but I am working on two assumptions:

1: The solo traveler is aware that they are considering at AOA suite and has agreed to it.
2: She will not be sharing a bed or room with a child.

Based on assumption 1, I am assuming that the solo traveller has agreed to the share for one of three reasons. Either she wants to save money over getting a room on her own, she loves the look of the suites and this is the only way she can justify them, and/or lastly, she loves the group like family and wants to be in the same space as them.

I know that this is a lot of assumptions to make, but at risk of making one more; surely this person has a voice of their own. If they wanted all to be fair and to have their own space, they would pay for a room of their own.

Believe it or not, some single people don't actually mind being around kids - related or not.

 

[Bob NC]

Firstly, to avoid being misquoted, I never said "You're a solo so should just be happy we let you come with us". The connotations in that sentence are very different to what I was saying. My MIL is happy she gets to come along with us, as we are happy that she comes along. She is my friend as well as my MIL. She has traveled on tours before where they match you up with a room mate and not been very happy with the match. However, it was the only way she could afford the tour. Traveling with us works well for her.

I do agree that family vs friends are different scenarios, but I am working on two assumptions:

1: The solo traveler is aware that they are considering at AOA suite and has agreed to it.
2: She will not be sharing a bed or room with a child.

Based on assumption 1, I am assuming that the solo traveller has agreed to the share for one of three reasons. Either she wants to save money over getting a room on her own, she loves the look of the suites and this is the only way she can justify them, and/or lastly, she loves the group like family and wants to be in the same space as them.

I know that this is a lot of assumptions to make, but at risk of making one more; surely this person has a voice of their own. If they wanted all to be fair and to have their own space, they would pay for a room of their own.

Believe it or not, some single people don't actually mind being around kids - related or not.

I wasn't really working on any assumptions.

I was just throwing some ideas out there because I thought the OP might want to hear many different outlooks on the situation.

I was just giving my opinion, if you don't like it, that's fine. I actually think maybe the OP WANTED to hear different opinions.

If it will make you feel better, then yes, you are absolutely correct on every assumption and every point you've made.

 

[WanderlustNZ]

I wasn't really working on any assumptions.

My only thing is that in the OP's situation of course the two mothers with their six year old daughters love rooming together. I didn't take it that the third adult coming was a relative so I'm not sure staying in a room with 2 six year olds is quite the 'non-issue' that it would be for a relative of the kids.

Lol.

Let's just agree to disagree.