Family Voyage Spanning Three Generations: Embracing the Unpredictable Journey Together

Multi-Generational Family Vacation in Montenegro

A unique multi-generational family vacation in Montenegro has brought Ruby Deevoy and her family closer together, offering a blend of chaos, bonding, and unforgettable experiences. The Deevoy family, consisting of a Boomer, Millennial, Gen Z, and Gen X members, embarked on this memorable journey, facilitated by tour agency Untravelled Paths.

The trend of multi-generational travel, where family members across multiple generations holiday together, has been named as one of 2025's biggest travel trends. This trend is not exclusive to the UK, as Japan, South Korea, and Canada have shown increased interest in multigenerational living in recent years, although it is less common in the United States, the United Kingdom, and Scandinavia.

The family's Montenegrin adventure began at Villa Amika in the countryside of Blizikuće, a short drive from Budva and Sveti Stefan. The Heritage Grand Perast by Rixos hotel, a renovated palace overlooking the Adriatic Sea, served as their luxurious home for part of the trip. The hotel featured an outside seafront pool and a top-rated restaurant.

During their stay, the family enjoyed a variety of activities suitable for all ages. A speedboat ride to discover abandoned submarine tunnels and Kotor Bay was a highlight, as was a visit to Šćepanović Honey Farm near Kolašin, Montenegro. In Budva, Ruby Deevoy's brother found nightlife options, including bars and nightclubs.

Ruby Deevoy's eight-year-old child was present on the trip, with fresh injuries from an impromptu Parkour move on Our Lady of the Rocks island. Her Gen Z brother, who she hadn't been on holiday with in 20 years, was overcome by the beauty of Montenegrin mountains during the speedboat ride.

Ruby Deevoy's mother, a Boomer, expressed delight during a speedboat ride, accidentally gripping onto Ruby's belly rolls for extra anchorage. The family's bonding moments extended to a gathering at Susannah's home, where a crochety old cat and Susannah's son were also present. An evening of cookery lessons, traditional cuisine, and family stories at Susannah's home in Montenegro was a memorable experience for all.

Susannah served traditional polenta and fish stew, homemade wine, and liquors, including Rakija. Ruby Deevoy's brother taught her eight-year-old child to swim during the holiday, and the child's newfound swimming skills were put to the test in the outdoor seafront pool at the Heritage Grand Perast by Rixos hotel.

Since the pandemic, there has been an increase in multi-generational households in Britain, with 1.8 million households containing two or more adult generations. Despite this trend, living with parents and grandparents is often seen as a failure in the UK, with single-generation 'nuclear families' being the most common living situation.

Montenegro, chosen as the destination for the multi-generational trip, is one of the world's most recently outed bucket-list destinations. The country offers a rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and activities suitable for all ages, making it an ideal choice for a multi-generational vacation. The family's Montenegro trip was filled with chaos, bonding, belly laughs, and the joy of multi-generational travel.

Family Voyage Spanning Three Generations: Embracing the Unpredictable Journey Together