Vacationing with your immediate family is one thing. But vacationing with the extended family—parents, siblings, nieces, nephews—is a whole different ballgame.

​It can be a recipe for chaos... or, if you have the right mindset, it can be the source of your best memories.

​I recently put this to the test on a trip to Zion National Park with 10 people (including my parents, in-laws, and 2 babies in strollers!). In this episode, I’m sharing how we survived the "Family Circus" without losing our minds.

​In this episode, I share:

• ​The "Kid-Centric" Compass: Why shifting our focus from "adult hiking goals" to "kids' joy" eliminated almost all the conflict.

• ​Letting the "Village" Step Up: How I managed to get a Girls' Night Out.

• ​The "Sandwich Method": My specific communication script for handling unwanted advice during a trip.

• ​The Booking Hack: How having access to wholesale travel rates removed the awkward money conversations that usually happen with big groups.

​If you are debating taking the big family trip, this episode is your sign to book the ticket—and pack your patience!

​Connect with me:

• ​Instagram: @RoseAndRoute

• ​Email: roseandroute@gmail.com

​Mentioned in this Episode:

• ​Zion National Park

• ​Cirque du Soleil: Mystère

I have a confession: I’m not a financial guru. I’m just a girl trying to figure it out. But starting my own business on maternity leave has given me three things I desperately needed: Savings, Purpose, and Community.

In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the real benefits of starting a side hustle (even if you aren't making millions yet).

Tune in to hear:

* The Travel Hack: How I stopped paying for my travel membership and started earning points for family trips just by sharing the club.

* Tax Write-Offs 101: A former Payroll Specialist's breakdown of how a home business can turn bills (like your cell phone and internet) into tax deductions.

* Finding Your Tribe: Why I’m building a team, and why finding "your people" is the ultimate self-care.

* Self-Care S.O.S.: Managing friendships when you start a business—understanding the difference between a "Cheerleader" and a "Teammate."

* Imposter Syndrome: A quick visualization to help you feel confident walking into any room.

Join the Team:

Curious about the travel club, the tax benefits, or joining me in Dallas? I’d love to chat.

* Instagram: @secretroseofpersia

* Email: SecretRoseofPersia@gmail.com