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What’s Included in Your Cruise Fare?

What’s Included in Your Cruise Fare?

You’ve decided to take an ocean cruise. Great! What’s the next step? You’ll need to decide where you want to go and the cruise line and ship to take you there. Cruises start at 3-day sailings to the Bahamas, to 7-day sailings to the Caribbean, to 180-day sailings around the world! And don’t forget sailings to Alaska, through the Panama Canal, to the Mediterranean and more. The possibilities are endless! Now that you’ve decided on your cruise, you have to pay for it. But what exactly is included in your cruise fare, and what will you have to pay for [...]

By Amy Kirby|2019-10-22T20:12:16-05:00June 1st, 2019|Caribbean vacations, Cruises, family vacations|

Top 5 Reasons to Use a Travel Consultant

Top 5 Reasons to Use a Travel Consultant

Not everyone needs to use a travel consultant to plan their vacations. There are some people that really enjoy the planning process, and love researching their next destination online. And that's perfectly fine! But if you're one of the many parents that are working and trying to raise a family, or running kids to sports practices, and piano lessons, and dance lessons, etc. you may not have the time to plan a vacation. We all know that we need to take advantage of the short time we have with our children, but you just don't have time to plan a [...]

By Amy Kirby|2019-10-22T16:54:00-05:00May 11th, 2019|family vacations, Travel Consultant|

Top 5 Tips for Your Next Disney Cruise

Top 5 Tips for Your Next Disney Cruise

If you've never been on a Disney cruise ship, you're really missing out! This is a cruise experience truly like no other. Of course the kids will love all of the activities especially for them, but there is also plenty to do for the adults! The food is simply gourmet. I've never had a bad meal on a Disney cruise ship! And the shows!! The shows are absolutely my favorite part of a Disney cruise. It's like going to a Broadway show every single night! The sets and costumes are just beautiful! You can make the most of your next [...]

By Amy Kirby|2019-10-22T16:42:05-05:00February 25th, 2019|Cruises, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacations, family vacations|

Toy Story Land is Now Open!

Toy Story Land is Now Open!

Disney has done it again! If you haven't heard yet, Toy Story Land opened in Disney's Hollywood Studios on June 30. This amazing new land will transport you into Andy's backyard, and make you feel as if you are one of the toys hanging out with Woody and Buzz Lightyear. There are two new attractions in Toy Story Land, in addition to Toy Story Mania which has always been a fan favorite. The new attractions are: Slinky Dog Dash is a family friendly coaster that takes you on a ride as Slinky Dog's coils twist and turn. You must be [...]

By Amy Kirby|2019-10-22T16:37:14-05:00November 1st, 2018|Disney Vacations, family vacations, Hollywood Studios, Toy Story Land, Walt Disney World|

Dining Options at Beaches Turks & Caicos

Dining Options at Beaches Turks & Caicos

One of my favorite parts of an all-inclusive vacation is the amazing dining that the resorts offer. I have been in a beautiful resort, but if the dining was just so-so, or if there weren't many options to choose from, it affects the vacation experience. With Beaches Turks & Caicos, you definitely don't have to worry about that! This resort offers many different dining options, so you will be sure to find something that you love! Here is a list of all of the restaurants that you can enjoy on your next visit to Beaches Turks & Caicos: Courtyard [...]

By Amy Kirby|2026-02-13T15:29:42-05:00July 1st, 2018|All-inclusive Vacations, Beaches Resort, Caribbean vacations, family vacations|

Water Sports at the Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort

Water Sports at the Beaches Turks & Caicos Resort

Last week I gave you an overview of this amazing resort, but there is so much more to tell you!! One of the things that sets Beaches resorts apart from other resorts is their water sports program. First of all, almost ALL of the water sports are included in the price of your Sandals and Beaches vacation! That is definitely different than other all-inclusive resorts, and can save you a lot of money, especially if you are interested in scuba diving! Beaches Turks & Caicos offers so many water sports that you won't be able to try them all! [...]

By Amy Kirby|2026-02-13T15:21:02-05:00June 28th, 2018|All-inclusive Vacations, Beaches Resort, Caribbean vacations, family vacations, scuba diving, water sports|

All You Need to Know About Beaches Turks & Caicos

I have visited the Beaches Turks & Caicos resort on two previous business trips, but this was the first time the entire family visited. I have been so excited to take my family on this vacation, and it did not disappoint! I highly recommend any Beaches resort for your next family vacation, but this one is my favorite! If you're not familiar with the Beaches brand of resorts, they are the same company as Sandals resorts. Sandals is for couples, and Beaches is for families. There are three Beaches resorts, one in the Turks & Caicos and two in [...]

By Amy Kirby|2026-02-13T14:47:54-05:00June 16th, 2018|All-inclusive Vacations, Beaches Resort, Caribbean vacations, family vacations, Sandals|

Tips for a Rainy Day in Walt Disney World

Tips for a Rainy Day in Walt Disney World

The weather doesn't always cooperate on your vacations. Since Walt Disney World is in Florida, you will get some rain showers there, especially in the summer months. It's usually a quick shower, so it's not enough to ruin your day. But there are two ways to handle a rainy day in Disney. You can either head back to your resort, or brave the raindrops and still have fun! I always say that a rainy day in Walt Disney World is better than a sunny day almost anywhere else! You can either let a little rain (or sometimes a lot!) ruin your entire day, [...]

By Amy Kirby|2019-10-22T16:32:00-05:00May 20th, 2018|Disney Vacations, family vacations, Walt Disney World|

Top 5 Tips for Your Next Visit To Universal Studios Orlando

Top 5 Tips for Your Next Visit To Universal Studios Orlando

If your kids are getting a little bit older and love the thrill rides, if you're a Harry Potter fan, or if you like 3-D simulated rides, then it is time to plan a trip to Universal Studios Orlando!! These parks have some amazing thrills, and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is out of this world! You really do feel like you are right in the middle of the Harry Potter books! If you're used to planning a Disney vacation, then there are some things that are definitely different at Universal Studios. In this article, I have given [...]

By Amy Kirby|2020-06-12T22:01:29-05:00May 4th, 2018|family vacations, Universal Studios Orlando, Wizarding World of Harry Potter|

Family Vacations-Why Disney?

Family Vacations-Why Disney?

I’ve always felt that family vacations are a very important part of raising a family. Taking a family vacation allows everyone, parents and children, to relax and forget about the stresses and distractions of normal life. Our favorite family vacation is a Disney vacation. Whether we go to Disney World, Disneyland or on a Disney cruise, the magic really allows us to connect as a family like no other place. When our family travels to Disney World, the magic takes over the instant we begin to walk down Main Street. There’s just something about seeing that castle that takes us [...]

By Amy Kirby|2019-10-22T16:30:31-05:00April 24th, 2018|Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacations, family vacations, Walt Disney World|

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