Project Charter

Project Charter
Project Justification
The intent of the project at hand is to ensure that larger families have an enjoyable, stress-free vacation within a reasonable budget. We will explore possibilities beyond the limited amount of people per hotel room, and discover affordable ways to accommodate the prospective families when they exceed the standard limits.

Project Priority
This vacation is the primary project and should supersede any and all projects until the planning is complete, all accommodations, reservations, and admissions have been confirmed.  The goal of this particular project is to successfully plan a stress-free, affordable, and enjoyable vacation. The vacation will be taken in the summer of 2014. The Vacation Planner or Project Manager, “PM” Mrs.
Project Activities Decomposition
When reviewing the WBS, an individual should be able to decipher how far along the project is, what aspects have been completed, and what actions have yet to be executed. The following WBS should be clear enough to eliminate any and all questions regarding the completion of the individual steps.
Project Control
The following information should cover and control all of the steps that will be executed by the Project Manager, through the completion of the vacation.
Key Assumptions

All motel reservations will not exceed the budgeted costs.
All food that is prepared will be free of allergens as prerecorded with Mrs. Hernandez.
All seats on the flight will be located together, as requested.
All activities planned at the location will proceed in all weather.

Presented and agreed to by the following individuals:

Mr. Horace Byrd __________________________________
Mrs. Tomeko Byrd _________________________________
Mrs. Lewis ______________________________________
Mr. Juan Morales _________________________________
Mrs. Gween Hernandez _____________________________

Work Breakdown Structure WBS

Organization of Vacation
Ensure that all activities, accommodations, and reservations are confirmed
Reserve rental car
Reserve Hotel accommodations
Confirm restaurant reservations
Purchase tickets
Primary Investors Role
Consultation with a primary investor to discuss budget and activities
Determine budget limits
Set deadlines for completion of phases
Compile a possible list of activities
The final meeting for authorization
Secondary Investors Role
Meet to discuss an overview of budget and activities
Narrow down activities by age limits
Confirm deadlines set by the primary investor
Adjust budget
Discuss allergies of family
Review time constraints
Ensure that all reserved activities are within the time frame
Confirm guided tours will be operational
Update activities according to weather forecasts
Change days for outdoor and indoor activities as needed
Guarantee parents alone time
Allow for rest and relaxation