Carter Russell - The Vacationeer

11/22/2024

HUGE Hollywood Studios news… what do you think about this upcoming change? I’m a little bummed about the Muppets Courtyard, but I do think Monsters Inc will go perfect there! Rock n Roller Coaster to the Muppets is SO cute, but I will miss that pre show 😭😭

BREAKING: MuppetVision 3D Closing for Monsters Inc. Land, Rock ‘N’ Roller Coaster to Star Muppets & Electric Mayhem

https://wdwnt.news/4am_05

11/20/2024

Look at these BEAUTIFUL rooms onboard the Disney Treasure !!!!! It’s maiden voyage is in just a few weeks — I can’t wait to see all the new spaces 🤩🤩

11/19/2024

It's been a WHILE since we've done a client highlight post, so I thought it was about time to bring it back! One of my sweet clients, Annie, visits Walt Disney World almost every year with her family - this year, though, was the first time they got to experience Christmas at the parks.

🎄This year, they decided to drive their RV down, and camp out at Fort Wilderness! With a premium campsite, they were close to the food hall and lobby, and are just a short boat ride away from Magic Kingdom via ferry boat!
🎄They visited all the parks with park hopper tickets, AND got to go to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party!
🎄The Fort has so many unique activities and offerings that this family was able to take advantage of. If you are a nature lover or enjoy camping, definitely look into giving Fort Wilderness a try! With Deluxe Cabins or RVs and Campers, there really is something for everyone. You can rent golf carts, go horseback riding, hang out with your favorite pals at Mickey's Backyard BBQ, and so much more!

Thank you to Annie and her precious family for once again trusting me with her family's trip this year - I can't wait for the next one!

11/14/2024

Oh how I love the International Festival of the Holidays!!!!! I can’t wait to see more treats when the festivities begin sooooo soon✨🎅🏼🎄

10/31/2024

Happy Halloweeeeeennnn!! 🖤👻✨🎃

10/24/2024

Just as a reminder, today (10/24) is my last day in office until Monday! Please reach out to me asap if you need anything, or have any questions for me. Otherwise, I will be back and ready to go on Monday morning✨ we have so much to cover, including recent client trips, 2025 Disney Dates, refurbishment schedules, Epic Universe & more !!!

Hi everyone! I apologize for being MIA the past 2 weeks ... but we do have some important information to cover about updates, news and more! I will be posting this week with all that you need to know for your upcoming trips✨ Before we get into that, I do want to announce an upcoming out of office date for next week! I will be away from my desk specifically all day on October 25th, and through the weekend as well. I will have my out of office replies on, but I will have access to phone on Saturday and Sunday (the 26th and 27th) in case of an emergency. If you catch onto the graphic and happen to know of any important events next weekend, maybe I'll see you there 🤪🤎 as always, please feel free to reach out to me with any questions!

10/17/2024

✨EPIC UNIVERSE DETAILS✨

OPENING DATE
- Universal Orlando's Epic Universe will open it's gates on May 22nd, 2025. Ticket purchases and package purchases (including Helios, the brand new on-site hotel) will open on October 22nd, which is NEXT WEEK !!!!

NO STAND ALONE TICKETS
- Guests will NOT be able to purchase individual tickets for Epic Universe upon opening in 2025.

TICKET PACKAGE REQUIRED
- Guests will be required to purchase their ticket for Epic Universe as a Ticket Package.

TICKET PACKAGES COME IN 5,4, & 3 DAY
- Guests can purchase multi-day ticket packages to the
3 Universal Orlando parks PLUS ONE day at Epic Universe.

LIMIT OF 1 DAY AT EPIC UNIVERSE
-Within the Multi-day ticket package, guests will only be able to utilize ONE day to visit Epic Universe.

SINGLE PARK OR PARK TO PARK AVAILABLE
- Park to Park availability will ONLY be available for Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, or Volcano Bay depending on the type of Park to Park ticket purchased. Guests will NOT be able to “hop” to Epic Universe.

💛 BOOK WITH ME 💛
Still confused? Ask me about booking your 2025 Universal Orlando resort and ticket package - [email protected] !!!

10/17/2024

We finally have an opening date for Epic Universe!!! The brand new Universal Theme Park opens on May 22nd, 2025 and tickets and packages go onsale beginning October 22nd - just next week 🤩🤩
!!!

10/16/2024

A brand new service, Disney's Lightning Lane Premier Pass (LLPP) has just been announced this morning! It's available for Deluxe Resort guests to purchase at Walt Disney World, beginning on October 30th. At Disneyland, the LLPP is available for purchase for ALL guests, beginning October 23rd.

10/15/2024

Hi everyone! I apologize for being MIA the past 2 weeks ... but we do have some important information to cover about updates, news and more! I will be posting this week with all that you need to know for your upcoming trips✨ Before we get into that, I do want to announce an upcoming out of office date for next week! I will be away from my desk specifically all day on October 25th, and through the weekend as well. I will have my out of office replies on, but I will have access to phone on Saturday and Sunday (the 26th and 27th) in case of an emergency. If you catch onto the graphic and happen to know of any important events next weekend, maybe I'll see you there 🤪🤎 as always, please feel free to reach out to me with any questions!

10/09/2024

🚨October 8: Hurricane Milton - Walt Disney World Update

“We continue to closely monitor the path of Hurricane Milton. Based on the latest projection, we are making additional operational adjustments for the safety of our Guests and Cast Members beginning tomorrow, Oct. 9.

The Walt Disney World Emergency Operations Center is connected to weather experts and community leaders. Please know these adjustments have been made in order to leave plenty of time for our Guests and Cast Members to return to their Resort hotels or homes safely hours before higher winds are expected to reach Central Florida.

Operational Impacts Include:

🌀Walt Disney World Theme Parks
On Oct. 9, our theme parks and Disney Springs will be closed in phases beginning at 1 p.m.
-Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom will close at 1 p.m.
-Magic Kingdom, EPCOT and Disney Springs will close at 2 p.m.

🛍️It is likely the theme parks will remain closed on Thursday, Oct. 10. We will consider opening Disney Springs Thursday late afternoon with limited offerings.

🎃This includes the cancellation of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom on Oct. 10. Event tickets will be refunded.

🧳Disney Resort Hotel Closures

⛺️Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground and the Treehouse Villas at
Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa will temporarily close beginning at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9. They are likely to remain closed until Sunday, Oct. 13.
Transportation

🚌Walt Disney World Transportation will stop operating Wednesday, Oct. 9 after Disney Springs and the Walt Disney World theme parks close. Limited Minnie Van and Mears taxi service will be available to Walt Disney World Resort Guests.
Recreation

⛳️Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon, Winter Summerland Miniature Golf and Fantasia Gardens Miniature Golf will be closed on Wednesday, Oct. 9. Disney’s Blizzard Beach remains closed for planned refurbishment.
Reservations for Dining and Other Experiences”

10/01/2024

I have already saved my clients THOUSANDS of dollars today on these promotions! We were even able to save a client of mine $400 AND upgrade them from the Garden Wing to the Main Tower of The Contemporary - how crazy is that ?!? If you are traveling during this time, I am just now finishing up sending out all of the savings emails to you. If you are not traveling during this time and want to be (😉) email or message me & let’s get you there !!!

10/01/2024

Discounts for early 2025 at WDW have been released !!! If you are traveling during this time, I am already working on these promos for you. If you want to take advantage of the promo - shoot me an email, and let’s get you booked !!!

[email protected]✨

🚨2025 DISNEY WORLD SAVINGS JUST DROPPED

🤑Save Up to $200 Per Night on a 3-Night, 2-Day Room-and-Ticket Package at Select Disney Resort Hotels

🤑Save Up to 25% on Rooms at Select Disney Resort Hotels in Early 2025

🤑Florida Residents: Save Up to 30% on Rooms at Select Disney Resort Hotels in Early 2025

💜Your Vacationner Travel advisor is working on applying these savings to current APPLICABLE reservations.

💻If you haven’t booked your 2025 Disney vacation yet, now is a great time! Click the link to start pricing out your trip: https://vacationeer.com/free-quote-insta/

09/22/2024

This is such exciting news!!! Especially with all the new cruise itineraries and ships being announced in the coming years 🤩🤩

Exciting news! Renewing your passport just got a whole lot easier! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce our Online Passport Renewal (OPR) system is available to U.S. citizens 24/7. Now, millions of Americans can renew their U.S. passport online at their convenience and from the comfort of their own homes!

🖥️ Secure and paperless process
⏱️ Saves time and effort
💯 No more printing forms, writing checks, or mailing in applications

This is just one way we're modernizing services to better serve you.

Want to see if you qualify? Check out travel.state.gov/renewonline and take the first step towards hassle-free passport renewal today!

09/19/2024

This sweet couple just returned from their HONEYMOON at Sandals Royal Curaçao!! 🍯🌙 They were able to experience all of the resort’s restaurants, the beaches, and parts of the island as well. To top it off, they took a Sunset Catameran with Sandals as well.

“We had the best time, thank you for everything!! The resort was beautiful and the staff there was great. The food was INCREDIBLE- maybe our favorite part!!”

Thank you to Shelby & Mitchell for allowing me to plan their trip - it was such a pleasure. Now, Sandals Royal Curaçao is #1 on my Sandals Resorts bucket list🤪

09/15/2024

This is where I stayed the night before my last cruise, and it was PERFECT! Such a nice location and room - it was only about 5 minutes from the airport and the cruise terminal!

At The Vacationeer, we always recommend arriving a day before your Disney Cruise departs, especially if you're flying in. Unpredictable weather, flight delays, or cancellations can turn your travel plans upside down. A pre-night stay ensures you’ll arrive on time, relaxed, and ready to fully enjoy...

09/13/2024

This is such a cool addition to Disneyland Packages for my Star Wars people!!!

NEW Star Wars Dining Package coming to Disneyland.

Rising moons, travelers 🌙 Starting in November, on evenings when fireworks blast off across the sky in Batuu, join guests at the Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo Nighttime Gathering.

🪐💫This new dining package in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland Park will provide select bites and sips with an unforgettable experience, including viewing of Fire of the Rising Moons nighttime fireworks spectacular under the spires when on display.

09/12/2024

🚢 🌊💫 IT'S OFFICIAL - The Disney Destiny is now open for booking! The past few days, I have been quoting several different sailings on the Destiny for my clients, and today we finally got to book some rooms! I even have a client sailing on the Nov 24th cruise - right after the Maiden Voyage. There are so many brand new and different elements to this ship, including a Lion King Musical Dinner, Hercules Live on Stage, The Haunted Mansion Parlor (bar), Marvel and Star Wars areas to explore, and so much more! With a Heroes and Villains theme, this ship is one of a kind.

Message me for pricing and / or details! My services are always freeeeee✨ AND, you get Onboard Credit for booking with me!

📧[email protected]