I was visiting my dad a few years ago in FL when his neighbor came over with a christmas village set he no longer wanted...asked my folks if they wanted them...then asked me...I said I would be I could not bring it on the plane...my folks surprised me with them when they drove up for the summer...I found 4 more houses at a yard sale...and then a collection of lighthouses.. so for about 10.00 total I have a little village... ; )