Travel Smart with Brittney Patten

28/01/2024

Germany's beautiful Lake Konigssee is a crystal-clear alpine lake easy to get to from Berchtesgaden. The mountain walls are so sheer, that the only way to see the lake and area is by boat. You in?

27/01/2024

Celebrity Xcel℠, is going to change the game all over again when it makes its Caribbean debut in 2025. From the breathtaking views on the Magic Carpet® to the Rooftop Garden's float pools, every detail is designed to bring you closer to the Caribbean and every amazing island on the horizon. Book now to enjoy 75% off your second guest’s cruise fare + bonus savings on select dates.*

27/01/2024

💦 WOW! Here’s a Universal PRO TIP that will make a big splash during your next on-property trip... YOU CAN POOL HOP. All resorts other than the 2 Prime Value hotels (sorry, Endless Summer Surfside and Dockside, but all magic comes at a price) are allowed to pool hop at other resorts.

🗝️ To do this, go to the front desk of the resort you are visiting, show your resort key, and they will give you an amenity key for that property. It’s really that simple.

If you want that free Express Pass (and I think you do), you can usually stay most affordably at Royal Pacific, but feel free to take a short 5 minute walk over to Sapphire Falls and play the day away!

27/01/2024

California's super-scenic Route 190 is split in two by the Sierra Nevada mountains. The western portion runs through Sequoia National Forest, and, the eastern portion, is through Death Valley National Park. Stunning vistas every which way you turn.

26/01/2024

Monumental memory maxing starts this summer! Let the region’s biggest and boldest, Oasis of the Seas, take you on a journey to discover the charm of the Western Mediterranean and to savor authentic Neapolitan pizza in a cozy trattoria in Naples. Kickstart your most legendary adventure ever from Barcelona onboard Oasis of the Seas.

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26/01/2024

On your Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps river cruise itinerary, experience Cologne, Germany – known for its magnificent cathedral, Kölsch beer, and legendary Christmas Markets. Contact me to reserve.

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26/01/2024

👸💖🛳️ Cinderella said a dream is a wish your heart makes, and a sailing on the Disney Dream is real life magic!! Today marks lucky number 13 years since it sailed on its maiden voyage. The Dream makes port around several Caribbean islands, and even includes specialty sailings like 🦸🏾‍♀️🎄🎃 Marvel Day at Sea, Very Merrytime, and Halloween on the High Seas cruises. Kids will go gaga for the youth clubs and pools, and the whole family will love the Broadway-style shows each evening. ✨

When you’re ready to see about a Disney Cruise Line sailing for your crew, send me message!

25/01/2024

Ha Long Bay in Vietnam (Bay of Descending Dragons) consists of over 1,600 uninhabited islands and 4 floating villages. Oh, and yes, it's UNESCO.

25/01/2024

Now’s the time to set your sights on a horizon of incredible savings. Book select new voyages that sail to the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, or on a brand new repositioning voyage through 2025, and you’ll secure 70% off your 2nd Sailor and up to $600 in free drinks — plus over $1,000 of Always Included Luxuries. The exclusively adult getaway of your dreams is waiting, but this offer sails away soon — book by January 31st, 2024.

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25/01/2024

While Spain's Ibiza is well known for its lively nightlife, it's also home to quiet villages, yoga retreats, and beaches. Sort of two vacations in one.

24/01/2024

🐡🐢🐠🌋 17 years ago Nemo made a major splash at Disney theme parks when TWO attractions hatched on to the scene. We welcomed both “Finding Nemo: The Musical” and “The Seas with Nemo and Friends” on the same day! I think the adjacent aquarium area is an EPCOT gem. What a great place to recharge and actually learn some cool stuff along the way. (You know fish love their...”schools.”) What do you love most about the Nemo areas in the parks?

24/01/2024

Some still exist, but do they work? Guess you'll have to get to the UK and find out yourself.

23/01/2024

On January 10, Icon of the Seas made an entrance to Miami, Florida, bringing home the best family vacation in the world! The journey began on November 29, departing the Meyer, Turku shipyard, followed by crossing the Great Belt Bridge in Denmark, stopping in Cadiz, Spain, crossing the transatlantic, and docking at Perfect Day at CocoCay along the way. Now it's your turn to vacation like never before.

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22/01/2024

In London, England, the Changing of the Guard remains one of the most formal and impressive events.

22/01/2024

😕😥💙 If you’ve ever visited Walt Disney World in the past, you know those post-Disney vacation blues are the real deal. There’s SO much planning and excitement leading up to these magical trips, that it can hit hard once over. Try these ideas to turn your frown upside down:

Make photo scrapbooks with your vacation pictures

Make copycat recipes from your favorite dishes or snacks

Play Disney-themed board or card games

Have Disney movie nights

Watch park walk-through and ride videos on YouTube

And my personal favorite, PLAN THE NEXT TRIP! 💫✈️🚢🏰

21/01/2024

Spring in Japan. Simply luscious. Plan on seeing the Himeji Castle, not far from Kobe. It's one of Japan's largest and most spectacular castles. You're best to start planning 2024 now.

21/01/2024

Are Reykjavik, Istanbul, Grand Cayman, and Palermo on your bucket list? They’re on ours, too. 2025 might feel like an ocean away, but we’re already looking forward to Virgin Voyages’ 21 new itineraries sailing to 20 new ports. From the dramatic landscape of Iceland to the tropical beauty of Lombok and the rich multicultural history of Istanbul, it's never too early to start planning your next epic voyage.

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20/01/2024

Discover the Dune du Pilat, located in Gironde at the entrance to the Arcachon Basin. Standing 107 metres high, it offers spectacular views, particularly of the surrounding dunes. This region of France is also renowned for its surprisingly mild climate, its spa treatments... and its oysters!

20/01/2024

Big, bold, and untamed. Alaska is like no other place in the world. Sail on Ovation of the Seas this summer to explore Alaska's emerald fjords, glacier-dotted bays, and much more. Spectacular is on the itinerary!

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20/01/2024

Visit the 'Holy Staircase' beautifully decorated with white and blue tiles on AmaWaterways' guided hike tour in the town of Lamego. Reserve your 2024 Flavors of Portugal & Spain itinerary soon!

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20/01/2024

🌐🇨🇦🍁🐻EPCOT’S Canada pavilion is a gem and way more than just maple popcorn and a KidCot station. It’s stunning, educational, inspiring, offers incredible photo backdrops and has some really unique merch in the two small shops. But, if you only have time to stop and appreciate one thing here, stop to admire and read about the hand-carved totem pole. That’s no machine-made replica! So unique and impressive.

19/01/2024

Vacations are never boring in Mexico's Playa Del Carmen.

19/01/2024

There can never be too much of this blue in our lives! More Fiji!

18/01/2024

Escape on a long weekend to the Caribbean with new 3- and 4-night sailings! The perfect way to have some fun in the sun, sand, and crystal-clear water. For a limited time, take advantage of incredible savings on your next unforgettable getaway. Enjoy 75% off your second guest’s cruise fare plus, bonus savings on select dates.*

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18/01/2024

💛🐝🧸 It’s Winnie the Pooh Day! If I were in Walt Disney World today, I’d celebrate by doing all things Pooh! I’d start the day with some Puffed French Toast (and a hug) at Crystal Palace’s Pooh and Friends character breakfast and then head over to Pooh’s smile inducing attraction in Fantasyland.

18/01/2024

Do you dream of visiting the Amalfi Coast in Italy? Believe me, you are not alone!

17/01/2024

Have you ever wanted to max out your Alaska adventure? A cruise is the ideal choice, but a journey into the interior reveals so much more. With a Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruisetour, you can combine your sailing with a multi-night land tour to experience the greatness of the great land.

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17/01/2024

✨☀️🐭🎬 If this photo doesn’t compel you to book a trip to Disneyland over Walt Disney World, how about these five reasons:

Nostalgic Charm: This original park (since 1955) still exudes a cozy, pure hometown feel that simply can’t be replicated

Size and Scale: Significantly smaller and way more manageable, this compact destination makes the magic feel EASY

Unique Attractions: You won’t find Cars Land, Avengers Campus, Matterhorn Bobsleds or Pixar Pier in Florida

Smaller=Affordable: You only need a fraction of the time at Disneyland than you do at Walt Disney World to feel fulfilled

West Coast Adventures: Easily combine a visit to Disneyland with a trip exploring other exciting California landmarks and attractions

I can't wait for my family to experience Disneyland in ELEVEN DAYS!!

17/01/2024

Two words synonymous with luxury: champagne and caviar. Find both in one place at Sip Champagne Lounge, Virgin Voyages’ onboard destination for the finer things in life. Sailors can opt for a glass of bubbles priced from a modest $9, or splash out on a $1,000 vintage bottle to celebrate a special occasion. In a nod to Virgin’s quintessentially British heritage and eccentricity, Sip also offers a signature afternoon high tea.

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17/01/2024

Can you believe this Shiva statue in Murdeshwar is the second-largest in India? Nice view too.