While making her film debut in an underground film Alison decides the hippie lifestyle looks appealing. She informs her dad Mike she wants to wander Europe as a vagabond.
Endicott finds that he has something in common with visiting professor Mrs. Okada, rebellious daughters. Her child is intent on ditching Japanese traditions and adopting western customs.
The Endicott family meet Sally, a young girl leading a vagabond life. They take her in and try to smooth over her rough edges so Sally feels more comfortable around others.
The Endicotts are being evicted from their apartment because the building is to be torn down. But Grandpa has a plan and use his wheeling and dealing skills to save their home.