New Sandals and Beaches Resorts Coming Soon!

There has been some exciting news recently in the world of all-inclusive resorts!  Sandals has recently announced four new resorts that will be available soon.  There are three new resorts in Jamaica and one new resort in Curacao.  If you have enjoyed a Sandals or Beaches resort before, I know you will want to visit one of these new options! First, Sandals is expanding to their ninth Caribbean island, the island of Curacao!  This island is famous for its culture, beaches, and amazing scuba diving sites!  And soon you will be able to experience this island with all the [...]

The Majestic Mirage Punta Cana

Our family visited the Majestic Mirage all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic recently.  We loved this resort and the staff, so I wanted to share our experiences with you. The Majestic resorts are actually three resorts side-by-side in Punta Cana.  There is the Colonial, the Elegance and the Mirage.  During our visit, the Colonial resort was not yet opened because of COVID, and the Elegance only opened the day after we arrived.  We stayed in the Mirage.  These three resorts do not have exchange privileges, which is a bit uncommon among all-inclusive resorts.  But each resort has the [...]

How Young is Too Young for Disney?

I often hear the following statement from my clients.  “I want to wait until my child is old enough to remember this trip.”  And then they may ask how young is too young for a Walt Disney World or Disneyland vacation.  I have to say that I have two different thoughts on this topic.  Let’s explore each scenario so that you can find the best time to plan your next visit! First, there are a few situations where it might be best to wait to plan your first visit.  If this is probably going to be your one and [...]

A Travel Guide To The Hawaiian Islands

Hawaii is a tropical paradise and a favorite destination for families, retirees, and honeymooners alike who want to experience the Spirit of Aloha!  The Hawaiian Islands has it all.  From its beautiful sandy beaches, waterfall hikes, and delicious local cuisine, it is a great destination from the mainland US.  However, it can be overwhelming for a first-time traveler to plan their Hawaiian dream vacation. Some basic tips can be helpful when trying to plan your holiday. The first step is to determine if you want to travel to one island or go island hopping. Both are incredible experiences.  However, plan [...]

By |2021-05-21T09:17:17-05:00May 19th, 2021|family vacations, Hawaiian vacations|

Top 5 Tips for Your First Visit to Hawaii

If you’ve never visited the Hawaiian Islands yet, I definitely recommend putting that destination on your bucket list.  Discovering the beauty of Hawaii is definitely something that I know you will love.  And you don’t even need a passport!  If you’ve never been to Hawaii there are a few things to keep in mind.  A trip here is not like a typical all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean!  Here are our top 5 tips for planning your first visit to Hawaii. Don’t rush your vacation! The flight to Hawaii can often be long and fairly expensive, especially from the East Coast.  [...]

The All-New Disney Wish to Set Sail Beginning Summer 2022

Disney shared some amazing news this week about their all-new cruise ship, the Disney Wish, which will bring Disney magic to guests in summer of 2022!  And we can begin booking the general public on May 27, 2021! Wow, there are so many details about this new ship that I don’t know where to start!  The Disney Wish will take you into a world where wishes come true!  While we don’t know all of the new experiences onboard the Disney Wish, I did want to share a few with you so that you will be as excited as [...]

An All-Inclusive Resort is the Perfect Vacation for Mom!

You are probably beginning to think about your summer vacation.  The kids will be out of school, the weather will be perfect, but where should you go?  Many people head to the beach for summer vacation, maybe renting a house or a condo.  But this year especially, you may want to consider an all-inclusive vacation.  This could be the perfect vacation for everyone in the family, especially mom! This year with COVID has been tough on everyone, but it has been especially tough on moms.  If mom works full-time, she still has to get her job done, probably from [...]

There’s a New Cruise Line in Town

If you’re looking for an all-new cruise experience, look no further than Virgin Voyages.  This is a new cruise line that began sailing in the fall of 2021.  Virgin Voyages is a cruise line like no other, and it is amazing! There are a few things that are very different on a Virgin Voyages ship.  First of all, these cruises are adult-only.  With this in mind, their ships have a definite adult, modern feel to them, with amazing dining and nightlife options.  The staterooms definitely have that modern feel to them, with a tablet in each room to control [...]

By |2024-03-21T09:14:47-05:00April 10th, 2021|Caribbean vacations, Cruises, Virgin Voyages|

New Itineraries on the Disney Cruise Line for Summer 2022!

Disney has just released details about their new itineraries for the summer of 2022!  These cruises are perfect for your next family vacation to new and diverse destinations around the world! Explorations in the Greek Isles, Mediterranean, Northern Europe and Beyond In summer 2022, the Disney Magic’s grand tour of Europe begins with sailings through the Greek Isles and Mediterranean before heading to northern Europe for cruises to the Baltic, the British Isles, Iceland and the Norwegian fjords. Five new ports of call in Europe include Chania, Greece; Porto, Portugal; Riga, Latvia; Maloy, Norway; and Nynashamn, Sweden, near Stockholm. Adventures in [...]

Can’t Cruise Now? Look at an All-inclusive Resort Instead!

At least once a week I have a client ask me when cruising is going to resume. I wish I could say they will start tomorrow! Just this week more cruise lines extended their cancellations into the summer. Unfortunately, it will take some time for the CDC and cruise lines to work together to ensure cruising can be done safely. So, where can you go to get the same feeling like a cruise? Maybe an all-inclusive resort is a right substitute! Cruises and resorts aren’t identical, but they do have many aspects in common. First, let’s talk about all [...]

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