Where Did the Griswolds Go on Vacation?

By Michael Ferguson

Have you ever wondered where the Griswolds went on vacation? The beloved family from the National Lampoon’s Vacation movies has taken us on wild adventures across the country and even to Europe. Let’s take a look at some of their most memorable destinations.

Wally World

The first stop for the Griswold family was Wally World, a fictional amusement park in California. In the original movie, Clark Griswold, played by Chevy Chase, takes his family on a cross-country road trip to get to Wally World, only to find out it’s closed for renovations. This leads to a series of hilarious mishaps and adventures.

Europe

In “European Vacation,” the Griswold family wins a trip to Europe after appearing on a game show. They visit London, Paris, Germany, and Rome, with each destination bringing its own set of challenges and comedic moments.

London

In London, they drive on the wrong side of the road and accidentally hit Stonehenge with their car. They also have trouble communicating with locals due to language barriers.

Paris

In Paris, they visit the Eiffel Tower and have trouble navigating the city’s narrow streets in their rental car. They also accidentally steal a valuable artifact from a museum.

Germany

In Germany, they stay with a host family who speaks no English and ends up getting into an argument at Oktoberfest while wearing traditional clothing.

Rome

In Rome, they accidentally drive onto a busy roundabout and end up causing chaos in the city. They also visit famous landmarks such as the Trevi Fountain and Colosseum.

Vegas Vacation

The fourth installment in the series sees the Griswold family heading to Las Vegas. Clark becomes obsessed with beating the house and spends all their money on gambling, while his wife, Ellen, has an unexpected encounter with Wayne Newton.

Christmas Vacation

In “Christmas Vacation,” the Griswold family stays home for the holidays, but chaos still ensues. Clark tries to create the perfect Christmas for his family, but everything goes wrong from a tree that won’t fit in the house to a squirrel loose in the living room.

  • Conclusion:

The Griswold family has taken us on many memorable vacations over the years. From Wally World to Europe and Las Vegas, their adventures have entertained audiences for generations. No matter where they go or what they do, one thing is for sure: it’s always an adventure with the Griswolds.