Kim Hogue - Castles & Dreams Travel

08/28/2024

☀️ Yes I know it’s still as hot as Hades’s hair outside, but Spooky season has officially arrived at Universal Orlando, Disneyland and Disney World!
👻 You can go super scary at Universal’s Halloween Horror nights, enjoying (being scared out of your wits) several haunted houses done with frighteningly excellent detail you would expect from Universal.
🎃You could also go Not So Scary at Disney World or Disneyland with mildly spooky fun fit for the whole family.
Still have some PTO to use? Need a break from your everyday routine? There is still a little time to book a vacation and have lots of spooky fun no matter your scare tolerance! Contact me today and let’s get started!

08/20/2024

Lots of big news from Disney at D23. I think it’s safe to say we have a lot to look forward to in the coming years!

08/15/2024

Update: This is a great offer and vacations make the best Christmas & Valentine gifts! Food can be one of your biggest expenses while on vacation. This offer really helps with that. Get a jump on a spring 2025 trip or book for 2024!

🍔🌮🥪 How would you spend $1,000 in dining credits at Universal Orlando? I know several places I would go!

A great new offer just dropped!

Book a 2024 winter or early 2025 trip to Universal Orlando from 11/7/24 - 4/10/2025 and get a dining card up to $1,000! This offer is good on select packages.
Blackout dates: 12/20 - 1/4/25.
Let's talk and get this trip on the books!

08/10/2024

I’m
Counting down to my next vacation. If you don’t have something booked, I can help with that!

08/05/2024

🚢 The Disney Treasure will be done before we know it! The theme for this ship is Disney stories of Adventure! Think Aladdin, Up, Encanto, and Moana. New spaces like The Periscope Pub, and the Haunted Mansion Parlor have me very excited for this ship. There is even a piano bar called The S**t Club themed to The Aristocats! That was one of my favorites when I was a kid and I love the cute Marie magic band I still take to Disney World!

What excites you most about the new ship? Theming, staterooms, the dining venues, or the Aquamouse water Coaster?

Sailing’s for this new Disney ship are already filling up. Don’t wait, send me a message so I can get started with your cruise quote. I will prepare you for every step of the cruise process, and help you make the most of your time sailing into adventure on The Disney Treasure.

07/30/2024

Who’s got PTO you haven’t used? Don’t leave it on the table. Don’t put it off until later. Let’s travel! As time goes by you only regret the trips you didn’t take.
Disney, Universal Orlando, cruising, beach vacations and more. Where do you want to go?

07/25/2024

☀️Good Morning group cruisers and Disney fans!

🏰 If you are traveling to Disney World and/or Disneyland this year you probably know that Genie+ just changed to Lightening Lane Multipass and LL single pass. Just changed, yesterday. It is a new system and there will be growing pains. Don’t worry though, I will show you how the new system works and make sure you are as prepared as possible before you go.

🚢 GROUP cruisers! Do you have a large family, group of friends, kids graduating from high school and their friends, church group, book club, employees? Grab them and call me so we can book your group cruise for 2025! We can book different cruise lines also, but Royal Caribbean has a great offer for groups that deposit by August 31st. Up to $100.00 (per cabin) on board credit for 6-8 night sailings. This offer is good for Caribbean sailings April 1st - December 31st, 2025. Grab that group and let’s get started.
Some shorter sailings qualify as well, but the on board credit is lower.

07/19/2024

Hi! I’m taking a few days off to spend with family. My youngest son is heading to college soon while my oldest is helping to plan our November Disney World trip with Charlie & I. I usually keep this page light and travel related, but this is a tough month for us. As many of you know, My Dad passed last year around this time. We all have Lots of big changes and curves in life, and sometimes we need to stop, hug our loved ones and breathe. I’m doing that, and pretty much, just that this weekend. For those taking your kiddos to college soon or grieving a loss, I’m thinking of you.
✈️ Traveling & actively planning clients, you know how to reach me, if you need me!
New clients, I’ll be answering new emails & messages and then following up with quotes on Tuesday.
Be thinking of those last minute vacations I can book for you and remember, the holidays are right around the corner, so we need to start booking those very soon. 🏝️…👻🦃🎄

07/13/2024

Utopia of the Seas is in Orlando! Another amazing ship from Royal Caribbean. Our agency VP will getting a close look at the ship on the preview cruise next week, so more info to come.

07/03/2024

🌏 Need to book a last minute summer vacation? There are some great offers for Universal Orlando! Maximize your time in the parks by getting 2 days free when you buy a 3-day ticket. There are a few other offers that make a Universal vacation not only FUN, but very affordable! Let’s talk
And I’ll help you choose the offer that suits your family best.
If you love Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Transformers, big thrill rides and fire breathing dragons, you can’t go wrong with a Universal vacation!

07/01/2024

Secrets is a very popular resort brand for good reason. Great service, nice rooms and good food! Secrets Tides in the Dominican Republic is new and inviting!

06/27/2024

💵 NEW OFFERS! Disney is keeping me busy this week! Let’s talk about discounts.

PRO TIP: The best way to save money on a Disney vacation is still to Book Early! If you are thinking about a Disney vacation for 2025, don’t wait for an offer. Let’s book you now! My clients who booked 7 months or more out are paying a lower price than what these discounts offer. Also, when new offers are realessed I will automatically check your reservation to see if applying the new offer does save you some money! Truly no downside to booking as early as you can.

The new offer:
Save Up to 30% on Rooms at Select Disney Resort Hotels

Valid for stays most nights November 24 to December 25, 2024. Other savings available for stays most Sunday to Thursday nights October 6 to November 21, 2024.

I’m already checking all booked clients for savings under these new discounts. You will receive an email from me by Monday if I was able to apply the discount at a savings for you. Not booked yet for this Fall or Christmas? Contact me today to get started.

06/26/2024

More big news from Disney!
Disney is rebranding Genie+ and individual lightning lanes.
Not much changes at Disneyland with regards to how you use the system. It’s Just a name change for those 2 parks.

On both coasts Genie+ will be Lightening lane Multi Pass and individual lightening lanes will be Lightening Lane Single Pass.

I’ll be going over all the new aspects and creating new strategy sheets for my clients that will be visiting the parks after July 24th when the changes take place.

The big change for Disney World is that those who want to purchase LL’s (lightening lanes) and book ride times before they arrive will have the option to do so! I’ll be sending detailed information to all my booked clients in the coming weeks!

06/25/2024

🎄We have Holiday news from
Disney World! Party tickets will be on sale soon for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party & Jollywood Nights.

If you are already booked with me during these events, you will receive an email from me later today with exact dates & pricing that work during your vacation.
⏰ If you’re not booked for November or December yet, now is the time! Once party tickets go on sale, resorts also start filling up leaving fewer options. I say this every year because it’s true. Giving the gift of travel and fun experiences with your loved ones will result in more lasting & precious memories than any toy you could imagine. 🎁
That toy will soon be lost, donated, or forgotten and that new pair of boots will eventually wear out. Vacation memories last forever.

06/24/2024

My assistant Sadie is working really hard today. Don’t worry, I only let her do semi-important stuff.😂

06/21/2024

FINALLY! 👻 Disneyland Oogie Boogie Bash tickets go on sale June 27th! 🎃
If you’re booked with me during this event, I’ll be sending you an email (if we haven’t already discussed it) with party dates and pricing.

This party sells out fast! We will want to be ready to purchase immediately when they go on sale.

Not booked for Disneyland yet this Fall? Now IS the time! Let’s talk.

06/21/2024

FINALLY! 👻 Disneyland Oogie Boogie Bash tickets go on sale June 27th! 🎃
If you’re booked with me during this event, I’ll be sending you an email (if we haven’t already discussed it) with party dates and pricing.

This party sells out fast! We will want to be ready to purchase immediately when they go on sale.

Not booked for Disneyland yet this Fall? Now IS the time! Let’s talk.

06/19/2024

Let’s get to booking for 2025 & even 2026!

06/17/2024

🚢 Disney Cruise Deposits are 50% off for select 4 to 7 night sailings on Disney Wonder, Magic, Dream, and Wish!

This is a great time to book a Disney Cruise and they make excellent Christmas gifts! 🎁

Let’s talk! I’ll do the all the work letting you have all the FUN!

06/11/2024

🚢 Royal Caribbean has some great offers on select sailings! 60% off second guest and kids sail free on many! Message me and let’s find the perfect ship & sail date for your family.
It’s also time to start planning your 2025 Alaska Cruise!
Yes! 2025 Alaska cruies & cruise tours are booking now. If an Alaska cruise is on your bucket list, don’t wait! Let’s get you booked. 🦅🐻🫎🗻

06/06/2024

☀️ It’s June! That means lots of families are traveling. You will soon start seeing lots of posts from vacations at all inclusive beach resorts, amazing cruises, and of course theme parks like Disneyland, Disney World , and Universal Studios! 🎢🛳️🏖️

⏰ There is still time to book a last minute vacation for later this summer, but don’t wait much longer! Send me a message and let’s get started!

Maybe vacationing this year just isn’t going to work for you, but you KNOW you want to be one of the people posting lots of fun vacation pictures this time next year. We can start booking those 2025 trips now! Don’t miss out by waiting. Book with me now for next summer and give yourself lots of time to pay off your trip and plan with me!

Do you have a big family or group of friends? A group cruise can be a great way to vacation! There will be lots of things to enjoy together as well as a big variety of individual activities for all ages. 🛳️

I’ll help you find the perfect destination and help you get the most out of your time there.

Take the trip. Make the memories. You will be glad you did. 💕

I’m posting pictures of just some of my favorite vacation memories.

06/02/2024

Cruising is a great way to vacation. Cruise ships provide a variety of activities and entertainment all while sailing you to fun & exciting destinations. Charlie and I love the ocean views and that we can make our cruise vacation as relaxing or as active as we want. If you love cruising, let’s talk and find the perfect ship for you to try next! If you haven’t tried cruising yet, what are you waiting for? You won’t know you love it until you try it! There are great deals to be had with Royal Caribbean, Carnival, and many other cruise lines. It’s a great time to cruise!

05/24/2024

Oh my gosh! Revenge of the Mummy is 20 years (and 2 days) old! This is so cool but I would enjoy that interview at the end more IF I HAD MY CUP OF COFFEE 🧟☕🎢

If you don’t get the coffee reference, it’s your sign that you need to ride this fiery ride a whole LOT MORE! I can help with that. Let’s talk!

05/15/2024

Sandals resorts are among the most beautiful and unique. They are truly all-inclusive and luxurious. I love the unique room options and the truly stunning destinations. Romance awaits at Sandals and family friendly options at Beaches resorts call to families. Click below to explore and then let's talk about your next relaxing beach getaway!

No other place in the world captures the imagination more than the Caribbean. People call it paradise. Sandals & Beaches are all-inclusive resorts situated along the most gorgeous tropical settings and exquisite beaches in the world.

05/13/2024

Woo Hoo! I’m so excited that Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is opening on June 28th. The animatronics look amazing! We will get to experience this reimagined attraction on our fall trip!
Are you booked for summer or fall yet? If not, let’s talk! If you haven’t been to Disney World in the last 3 years or so, there are a lot of new things to experience! Tron, Guardians of The Galaxy Cosmic Rewind, Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure… and more. Take advantage of my expertise and let me do the planning work for you.

05/12/2024

I hope you all enjoy the day! 💐💕

05/11/2024

Who likes being scared? Who loves roller coasters, Fire breathing Dragons, Dinosaurs on the loose (sort of), Harry Potter, and haunted houses? Let’s talk and book your last minute summer getaway at Universal Studios Florida or get your Universal vacation booked with Halloween Horror nights tickets and RIP tours!

📢 Universal News: If scary is your thing, you don’t want to miss Universal Orlando Resort’s Halloween Horror Nights this year! Starting August 30th through November 3rd, you can experience Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort! This event includes 10 terrifying Haunted Houses, 5 scare zones, chilling live entertainment, rides, themed food and beverages, and more! We recommend booking one of the VIP packages to ensure you get to see each of the 10 houses. Let us book this thrilling spooky experience for you for your next Universal trip! 🎃

05/06/2024

Yay! We finally have information for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween party at Walt Disney World & Oogie Boogie Bash at Disneyland!
🎃Mickey’s not so scary will run on select nights from August 9th - October 31st. Tickets go on sale for Disney Resort guests May 8th!
If you’re not booked yet, let’s talk!
👻 Oogie Boogie Bash will run at Disneyland from August 25th - October 31st on select Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday nights. Tickets are not on sale yet, but I’ll keep you posted!

05/04/2024