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Top 8 Things to do in Hawaii

Hawaii is such an amazing vacation for the entire family. The islands are so different, from active volcanoes on the Big Island to lush greenery on Kauai, to the busy city life of Waikiki, there is something for everyone to love! I have been several times, but I would love to go back again! If you’re thinking of a Hawaiian vacation, but you’re wondering what things your family might like to enjoy, just keep reading! I have personally done only four of the eight things below, so I think it’s time to plan another trip! This Central Pacific archipelago [...]

By |2023-06-29T09:23:19-05:00June 29th, 2023|family vacations, Hawaiian vacations|

Disneyland’s 100 Year Celebration

Disney is celebrating 100 years of magic in 2023 and Disneyland is the place to be! Have you been on the fence about booking a Disneyland trip? This year is a great year to finally take that family trip to the Happiest Place on Earth.  In 1923 Walt and Roy Disney founded the Walt Disney Company, then known as The Disney Brothers Cartoon Studio. This year, to commemorate 100 years of magic, Disneyland has an entire year packed full of spectacular celebrations.  Toontown is open after a year-long revamp.  A reimagined Toontown includes the CenTOONial Park which is complete [...]

By |2023-06-22T09:56:54-05:00June 22nd, 2023|Disney Vacations, Disneyland, family vacations|

Sandals Royal Curacao

I was fortunate enough to visit Sandals Royal Curacao recently, and I have to say I was blown away by this gorgeous resort! If you want to experience luxury in a beautiful Caribbean atmosphere, then I definitely recommend Sandals Royal Curacao! Curacao is in the Southern Caribbean Sea, and along with Aruba and Bonaire make up the ABC Islands. The ABC Islands are outside of the hurricane belt, which means they are much less likely to be hit by a hurricane than other Caribbean islands. Curacao is a Dutch island, so many of the locals speak Dutch, although you [...]

Book Your 2024 Visit to Walt Disney World Now!

Have you been thinking of visiting Walt Disney World next year? Maybe you’ve been thinking of seeing your child’s face when they see their favorite character. Or maybe you want to ride the new Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind in Epcot or Tron Lightcycle Run in the Magic Kingdom. Or maybe you want to celebrate a special birthday or anniversary. Whatever the reason, now is the time to book! We can book packages for travel anytime in 2024 NOW! There are a few reasons to get excited for the new 2024 packages. The dining plan is back for [...]

The Elegant But Casual Luxury Of AmaWaterways Cruises

Embarking on an AmaWaterways Rhine River cruise was a dream come true for me. As the ship sailed along the historic Rhine, I had the incredible opportunity to explore fascinating destinations such as Amsterdam, Cologne, the Rhine River Gorge lined with spectacular castles and the legendary Lorelei Rock, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, and the charming village of Riquewihr. As I recount the highlights of this remarkable journey, you will discover why you should book Amawaterways for your next river cruise. Why Amawaterways River Cruises Should Be On Your Bucket List This floating luxury boutique hotel is filled with amenities, including a [...]

By |2023-05-18T09:39:50-05:00May 18th, 2023|AmaWaterways, Europe vacations, River Cruise|

Top 5 Tips for Traveling with Extended Family

When you travel with kids, parents, and grandparents, you have the ultimate opportunity to make those special memories that will last forever. It can be such a special time to really get away from your busy lives and spend some uninterrupted time with those you love. But there is a little more planning involved in this type of vacation. Here are a few tips to make this a vacation that everyone will love! Find a destination that everyone will enjoy. This may be harder than you think! Have a family meeting to discuss places that each person would like [...]

By |2023-04-27T10:27:50-05:00April 27th, 2023|family vacations, vacation planning|

Disney’s Castaway Cay

If you've ever been on a Disney cruise, then chances are you've visited Castaway Cay. Castaway Cay is Disney's private island in the Bahamas. This port has so many things to do for families, adults and kids! There is the beautiful beach to enjoy, water and land activities, shopping, fabulous lunch and more! Castaway Cay has a beautiful beach where you can relax and have fun. There are plenty of beach chairs to go around. So if you don't find one at first, just keep looking! If you don't want to walk far, then I would recommend getting off [...]

Cruising in Alaska

If you’ve ever thought about sailing on a cruise through Alaska, DO IT! We took our first Alaskan cruise in 2022, and it was just incredible!! The wildlife, the glaciers, the entire experience was amazing! It really is like no other cruise you may have been on before. So, what makes an Alaskan cruise different? If you think of your typical cruise, you’re sailing in the ocean, seeing one or more Caribbean islands, and enjoying the warm weather. Well Alaska is really nothing like that! First, you can only sail to Alaska in the warmer months, for obvious reasons. [...]

By |2023-03-23T09:34:33-05:00March 23rd, 2023|Alaska cruise, Cruises, family vacations|

Retie the Knot at Sandals All-Inclusive Resorts

When you think of the ultimate romantic experience at a Sandals or Beaches resort, what comes to mind? You may think of a couples massage, or a candlelight dinner on the beach, or even a destination wedding. What could be more romantic than getting married on a beautiful, tropical beach? And yes, these are all romantic options that you can experience at a Sandals or Beaches resort, but I encourage you to think of one more. One of our travel advisors, Christina Williams, recently experienced a vow renewal at Sandals Montego Bay, and she loved it! If you're not [...]

Bringing the Magic Back to Disney

You’ve decided to take the family to Walt Disney World! How exciting! Maybe your kids have been watching their favorite movies and can’t wait to meet their favorite characters in person. Or maybe they want to ride Disney attractions, both new and old. But when you think of planning a Disney vacation, what comes to mind? Does the process of planning a trip to Walt Disney World seem overwhelming and stressful? When you first think of taking a Disney vacation, you probably don’t think of making park reservations, dining reservations, or fighting crowds. You are hopefully thinking how you [...]

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