"I tried to plan everything myself to make the visit special, but I ended up waiting too long. Now the prices are sky-high completely out of my budget and I'm panicking. I feel embarrassed because I had plenty of time to prepare, and I don't want my parents to think I'm irresponsible or that I don't care about making their trip enjoyable."
"This may be the most expensive time of the year for tourists in New York City. Even if you had booked sooner, prices would have been high because tourists flock to the city at this time. Try to widen your search to cities in New Jersey that are an easy train ride to Manhattan. You may find a better deal there."
"DEAR HARRIETTE: It is time to divide up my father's belongings among the family. He passed away a few months ago, and we have to get rid of his stuff. I have one sibling who is in charge of organizing everything, and I feel like he is taking over. My dad did not leave a will, so we are just taking what we want, but I can't help but feel like my sibling has pick"
New York City accommodations during Christmas are extremely expensive because tourists flock to the city during the holidays. Early booking helps but may not prevent high prices. Widen the search to nearby New Jersey cities with easy train access to Manhattan to find more affordable lodging. Tell the parents immediately about budget limits and proposed alternatives, and ask if they can contribute or accept different arrangements. Keep searching for last-minute deals while coordinating expectations so no one takes on unsustainable costs. In a separate family matter, siblings must divide a deceased father's belongings without a will, and a sibling organizing the process can create resentment over perceived control.
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