<p>Unforturnately, my S did not get the opportunity to do a “senior trip” because his job started the week after graduation (no rest for the weary). But in our area, the traditional senior trips are either boy with dad, or girl with mom. They go in huge groups, either on cruises or to all inclusives at various spots. I have heard that these trips are awesome. The parents tend to go to bed a little earlier than the kids, but the kids still have to go “home” to their parent. The only injury sustained on the boys’ trip that just got back from Mexico was a torn knee ligament (requiring surgery) of an over exuberant dad that happened during a beach volleyball game. Apparently, the dads do NOT like to be beaten by their kids!!! I think this is a great way to connect with your kid before they go away to school, and believe it or not, the kids love the experience too.</p>