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Our favorite memories growing up are from family vacations. Now we get to plan vacations to help yo Is Europe on your bucket list? I can help get you there too.
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The Beach Boys famously said, "Aruba, Jamaica...Bermuda, Bahama...Key Largo, Montego...". Fortunately, The Beach Boys are musicians and not travel agents, because Kokomo is NOT off the Florida Keys. So let's leave the music to them and the travel planning to me! I can help plan anything from All-Inclusive getaways so you too can have that "Tropical drink melting in your hand" to a family vacation

to Disney World/Land, Universal Studios Orlando/Hollywood or Legoland Florida/California. I'll even help plan vacations in our own backyard to Cedar Point, Kalahari and Great Wolf Lodge. I'll help you set sail on a cruise or plan an epic adventure visiting our National Parks. Business travel, guys/gals weekends-you name it, I can plan it! Oh, and incase you were wondering...you CAN visit Kokomo in Arkansas, Colorado, Hawaii, Indiana, Mississippi, Texas, Scotland and China. You can be sure that I can get you there so, "baby why don't we go...". Where do you want to go? Contact me for your quote! [email protected]
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06/24/2024

🧚‍♀️🧚🏻🧚🏾‍♂️On International Fairy Day, let’s sprinkle some extra pixie dust for the beloved fairy godmothers of Sleeping Beauty: Flora, Fauna, and Merryweather! These enchanting 'aunts' of Princess Aurora brought more than just color changing wands to the story. Probably most known for their debate over pink and blue for a dress color, they actually gave Aurora amazing gifts when she was born:

Flora gifts Aurora the gift of beauty 🌸

Fauna bestows the gift of song 🎶

Merryweather the gift of protection 🛟

06/23/2024

Sharing about FREE and FUN just never gets old. 🥳 At Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Grand Floridian Resort and others (just ask when you check in if available at yours) there is a daily character hunt offered. 🔎Each day the resort’s mascot character is moved. Once you find it, take a photo with it and head to the front desk for your button and a location sticker. Search high and low each day for four days to fill your button with stickers. 🎉

06/22/2024

🛼🍔🎵It’s always the fabulous 50s at Mel's Drive-In at Universal Orlando! Got a craving for that classic diner vibe? Mel’s is your spot. With checkered floors and a jukebox at every booth, you’ll feel like you’ve walked onto the set of Happy Days.

And you know what they offer that most quick services places don’t...onion rings! 🤯

06/21/2024

🥵 Sometimes, a big lunch in the middle of a Florida summer day feels more like a workout than a meal. If you’re looking for something light that won’t weigh you down as you hop from shop to shop, let’s talk smoothies at Joffrey’s in Disney Springs! 🧋

🍓🥭🍌These smoothies aren’t your average, run-of-the-mill, sugar-bomb slushies. They’re made with real fruit, which keeps you hydrated, energized and ready to go where the day takes you.

06/20/2024

🌞🏖️🌴 Summer is here! Who says this season has to end? At Universal’s Endless Summer Resort, they keep the summer vibes rolling all year long! With its chill, beachy theme, this resort offers endless summer nights, right on Universal property and SPOILER ALERT...without breaking the budget! 🤑

🏄‍♀️🎣Choose between two unique areas: Surfside Inn and Suites for a laid-back beach vibe, or Dockside Inn and Suites for a coastal feel. Staying at either means you’re just minutes away from the parks and CityWalk, get all the benefits of staying on property like complimentary transportation, early park admission to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and more, all while keeping your vacation budget in check. Plus, there’s a Starbucks on-site to keep your energy up all day long.

06/19/2024

📣🛳️ Heads up, future cruisers! Picking the perfect stateroom on a Disney Cruise isn't as simple as eeny, meeny, miny, moe. Trust me, cruise staterooms are not created equally! From cozy inside cabins to sprawling suites with ocean views, the options can truly be overwhelming. 🤯

🤔 For example: did you know there are several categories, each with their own perks and quirks? Choosing the right one can make a big difference in your cruise experience. Oceanview or verandah? Near the elevators or tucked away for peace and quiet? The decisions are endless!

06/18/2024

🍣🌺 There are people who love sushi and those that don’t and they usually travel together. Kona Cafe at Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort can handle both palates just fine! With a diverse menu of sushi rolls and sashimi as well as entrees like chicken and braised short rib with a Polynesian twist, there will be no trouble finding a delicious common ground here. Plus, you really cannot beat the atmosphere of this resort hotel. It won’t be hard to convince anyone to go for a walk after dinner! 🌴

06/17/2024

Even if pineapple isn’t your thing 🍍, Disneyland’s Tropical Hideaway has a selection of other Dole Whip flavors too. Mango 🥭, strawberry 🍓, or maybe a swirl of both? For something a bit more savory, they offer a variety of bao buns 🥟 and grab & go items to enjoy as you watch Jungle Cruise boats glide by—talk about dining with a view!

But here’s a pro tip: try to visit as the sun sets 🌅. With flickering tiki torches all around 🔥, the area transforms into a tropical oasis under the stars ✨. It’s dreamy! Oh, and don’t forget to listen for Rosita 🦜, the joke-telling animatronic bird (who left the Enchanted Tiki Room). It’s a quintessential Disney experience! 🏰

06/16/2024

⚾️ 🌭 Here’s one for baseball loving Dads! Casey’s Corner has that ballpark feel right in the heart of Magic Kingdom! From classic hot dogs and hearty 🌶️ chili dogs to crowd-pleasing corn dog nuggets and fries, there’s something for everyone in the family to enjoy. And don’t forget a round of (non-alcoholic) frozen mint julep lemonade, it’s so refreshing! 🍋

Oh, and while you’re digging into those delicious dogs, soak in a fantastic view of Cinderella Castle and maybe catch some live ragtime piano playing if you’re lucky! 🏰🎹

06/15/2024

⚡️🏁🏎️🛻 Ka-Chow! Got a fan of Tow Mater, Lightning McQueen and the rest of the Cars gang in your pit crew? Buckle up because Disney California Adventure Park’s Radiator Springs Racers is a MUST-DO! This isn't just any ride; it’s a high-speed race through the iconic Ornament Valley that is so well done you’ll feel like you’ve stepped right inside the Cars movies.

Just a couple of pro tips to make your visit even better:

📏 Racers need to be at least 40 inches tall

☀️ Ride first thing in the morning for the shortest wait

⚡️ Purchase Individual Lightning Lane to bypass the standby line

📸 Smile for the photo!

06/14/2024

🎉 Today in Disney history we celebrate the dedications of the Disneyland Monorail and Matterhorn Bobsleds, as well as the opening of Alice in Wonderland with some “Did You Know” facts:

🚝 Disneyland Monorail: Is there anything more “Disney” than the monorail?! Pro-tip: you can ONLY ride the monorail if you have a Disneyland park ticket 🎟️.

🛷 Matterhorn Bobsleds: On this thrill ride, you’ll narrowly escape a Yeti encounter ❄️. (For Walt Disney World veterans, think Space Mountain 🌌 with an Expedition Everest vibe 🏔️). Did ya know there is a hidden basketball court 🏀 inside the mountain?!

🐇 Alice in Wonderland: This classic dark ride is an indoor/outdoor experience that puts you inside the movie 🎬. Definitely a must-do at Disneyland! 🌟

06/13/2024

🧙‍♀️ Have some little Harry Potter fans who aren’t quite ready to tackle Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure or Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey? 🦉 Give Flight of the Hippogriff a shot. Located in Islands of Adventure in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hogsmeade, you’ll work your way through Hagrid’s pumpkin patch 🎃 and even catch a quick glimpse at our old pal, Buckbeak. 🐦

⚠️ A few words of warning: riders must be at least 36 inches to ride, and riders under 48 inches need an adult rider. While adults may feel a little cramped in the ride vehicles, just know that the ride is short and sweet and included with the Express Pass.

06/12/2024

🍸Wind down in exquisite style aboard the Disney Wish at The Rose lounge. It’s all about that 🥀 ‘Beauty and the Beast’ vibe—only with signature cocktails instead of singing teapots. 🫖 The lounge itself is a nod to the enchanted rose and is a total gem for adults who love a little Disney magic (or a lot depending on which drink you order as some of the presentations are wild) but also appreciate a classy, serene space to relax and enjoy good quiet conversation.

Aaannnd...it's further proof that Disney Cruise Line isn’t just for kids; they’ve got plenty of cool, adults-only spots that are perfect for some downtime or a semi-formal evening out. 💎✨👗

06/11/2024

👋 Hola! Bonjour! Hallo! Jambo! Ciao! How about some fun facts about “it’s a small world”? 🩵💛💚🩷

It was part of the 1964 New York World’s Fair 🌎🎡

Its music was written by the legendary Sherman brothers 🎶

The Disneyland version includes characters from some of our favorite Disney movies like Cinderella, The Three Caballeros, The Little Mermaid, Toy Story, and more 👸🦜🧜‍♀️🤠

Mary Blair created the iconic designs, and you can find more of her work around Disney’s Contemporary Resort 🎨

😍😠 Many people have, let’s say, strong opinions about the song, but it IS a classic and “the happiest cruise that ever sailed” should be experienced at least once.

06/10/2024

🍔🥢Did you really visit Magic Kingdom if you didn't stop by the Adventureland Spring Roll Cart for some cheeseburger spring rolls? These savory snacks have gained almost legendary🌟status among Disney fans. If you’re just discovering them now, imagine all the goodness of a cheeseburger packed into a crispy spring roll. There will also be a second flavor to choose from (usually pizza) but it varies. 🍕

06/09/2024

🕷️ Hey, Spider-Man super-fans: Did you know that Disneyland is where it’s at for the ultimate Spidey experience? Over at Disney California Adventure Park’s Avengers Campus, aspiring web-slingers can live out their superhero dreams in ways you’ve got to see to believe! From watching Spider-Man soar through the sky in an incredible aerial stunt show to helping Peter Parker in the interactive WEB SLINGERS: A Spider-Man Adventure ride, the adventures do not disappoint! And let’s not forget about the merch (hello, spider bots!🤖) and the chance to meet Spider-Man himself. 🕸️

06/08/2024

😎 Sure, you’ve got your human BFFs, but when you’re tackling a summer day at Walt Disney World, your real besties are cooling towels and misting fans. 🧊🌬️ I mean, who else is going to keep you cool when Florida decides to turn up the heat to 'surface of the sun'? 🔥 These unsung heroes are the secret to enjoying the parks from sunup to sundown without melting into a puddle. You can find them for sale all over the parks.

06/07/2024

🍫🍦 Hey, it’s National Chocolate Ice Cream Day! Next time you're wandering around the Italy Pavilion in EPCOT, make a beeline for Gelateria Toscana. Seriously, their chocolate gelato is possibly the richest, creamiest you’ll ever have. Warning though, it may ruin all other ice creams for you—in the best way, of course! But it’s not just chocolate they have, their menu is surprisingly extensive!📜

06/06/2024

🎥🚗 National Drive-In Movie Day is the perfect day to celebrate what we call DIVE-IN movies on Disney Cruise Line! Whether lounging on a deck chair or floating in the pool, a massive screen shows your favorite Disney flicks day and night. 🌞🌜It’s just like a drive-in, with lounge chairs and ocean views instead of cars and parking lots.

06/05/2024

📣 Pin traders, listen up! You might have your Disney pin trading game down to a science, but did you know Universal Orlando Resort is also in on the action? Yep, pin trading isn’t just a Disney thing!

Now, it’s a bit different at Universal. The trading spots are fewer, and the rules aren't quite the same (pin size is a factor), but it is a “thing” and can be a lot of fun! Plus it’s just a natural fit here since lanyards are well used by all on a Universal Studios vacation.🎢

06/04/2024

Disney really TURNED IT UP 🎵 with the All-Star Music Resort! Whether you’re looking for show tunes 🎭, country 🤠, jazz 🎷, rock 🎸, or calypso 🏝️, your signature musical taste is represented! Not only is the theming fun 🎉, but guys, the price can’t be beat 💰.

The All-Star resorts are the most affordable on-property options, but that doesn’t mean you are getting a bottom of the barrel room. Standard rooms 🛏️ have recently been renovated AND this resort is also home to family suites that sleep up to 6 (plus an infant 👶)! Families, Disney sees you!

06/03/2024

🚢🚲🏝️ Disney Cruisers, have you ever considered renting a bike while on Castaway Cay? Exploring the island on two wheels is the ultimate way to see all those hidden nooks, crannies and lookouts that you'd miss just lounging on the beach. Plus, at times it can feel like you're the only ones there—talk about VIP feels without the cabana rental cost! (Speaking of cabanas, a one hour bike rental is included the cost if you’re able to snag one).

06/02/2024

🎪 🍬🍋🍕Remember those scratch and sniff stickers we used to collect as kids? Well, guess what? Magic Kingdom is bringing that nostalgia back with the Smellephants on Parade search and sniff quest in Storybook Circus! 🕯️🐘

Presented by Scentsy (so you know it smells amazing), this FREE sticker activity isn't just for the little ones—it's a fun blast from the past for us too. As you follow the scent trail and find those 8 adorable Smellephants, mark the map with stickers and maybe, just for a moment, travel back in time to when your sticker collection was a status symbol. Fun, free and a souvenir of your vacation. What a treat! 🎉

06/01/2024

🎉✨🎨Don’t miss out on some serious fun—and a bit of unplanned magic at the What If Labs! It's like having a play date at Figment’s house. Whether it's creating your own Figment (and emailing it to yourself), hopping on musical stepping stones, making melodies or taking fun photos, there's plenty to do while enjoying a break from the sun, rain and waiting in line. 🎶☀️⏳

05/20/2024

🫣Valid concern: “Will I be disappointed by Tom Sawyer Island?”

⏳💸Time is money at Walt Disney World and nobody wants to feel like they’ve wasted any. Most Disney theme parks are a blend of amazing technologically advanced, thrilling and sophisticated attractions mixed with some feel-good classics that represent a bygone era of simpler times and a slower pace. Tom Sawyer Island falls into the latter category and it shines!

🔎⛺️🛶Explore mines, discover a fort, have a picnic lunch, let kids burn energy at the playground, enjoy picturesque views and just “be”, secluded from the hustle happening in every other area of Magic Kingdom. If you feel that sounds like a hard pass, then Tom Sawyer Island probably isn’t for you.

05/19/2024

🙉 Overheard at Disneyland: “Those canoes run on a track, right? People don’t actually have to paddle do they?” The (wrong) answer provided was: “It’s probably a track.” 😑

🛶😅 I assure you, the Davy Crockett Explorer Canoes are NOT guided by a track and you do have to paddle your way (along with some new friends) around the Rivers of America. Because of this, be sure anyone going on this adventure is up for the the physical exertion and has no mobility issues. That said, this classic (and so very Walt Disney) attraction offers incredible views of Frontierland and Critter Country while providing a serene break from the theme park action. Just maybe opt to explore Disneyland’s “wilderness” as early as you can on a summer day-there is no shade out there! ☀️☀️☀️

05/18/2024

🍳It’s no secret that we love a good character breakfast buffet around here, but let’s shine the spotlight on two of our favorite non-buffet table-service breakfast options for those who are all business about fueling up before tackling a Disney day.

🪵 Whispering Canyon Cafe at Wilderness Lodge: Choose from menu items like waffles and omelets, but the star of the show is the all-you-care-to-enjoy skillets. While you could hop on a boat and head right over to Magic Kingdom, you might want to walk off some your meal and explore the Wilderness Lodge Resort, it’s breathtaking!

🚆Steakhouse 71 at Contemporary Resort: Do NOT sleep on this gem! The eggs Benedict and Walt’s prime rib hash are major winners, but the seasonal pancakes will make you wish they were all-you-care-to-enjoy! Following breakfast here it’s an easy walk over to Magic Kingdom.

05/17/2024

🏰👣😮‍💨After a long day in the theme parks, the last thing you’ll want to do is walk more, am I right? Especially when traveling with small children. Part of the charm of Port Orleans Resort French Quarter is its quaint size. Nothing is very far from anything so your tired feet will appreciate the accessibility as much as your stomach will welcome those fresh beignets. Yes, they have them!

🎷🐊💜💚 What I think many guests will also love about this moderate resort is how cozy and how much like New Orleans it feels. Not to mention the easy boat access to Disney Springs opens up a whole new menu for “resort day” activities. That is if you can get the kids to leave Doubloon Lagoon.

05/16/2024

🍗🤠🍴😋 Bring out the bibs, tear open the wet wipes, and pick your favorite sauce, because it’s time to talk about the best BBQ at Walt Disney World. With goodies like ribs, pulled pork, chicken, sausage, and sides like mac and cheese, beans, and cornbread, there is no shortage of BBQ around “the World”! Here’s where you can get those fingers saucy:

- Table-Service Locations

- Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical R***e at Fort Wilderness Resort

- Roundup Rodeo BBQ at Hollywood Studios

- Whispering Canyon Cafe at Wilderness Lodge Resort

- Quick-Service Locations

- Regal Eagle at EPCOT

- Polite Pig at Disney Springs

- Flame Tree BBQ at Animal Kingdom

05/15/2024

😱 GASP! Some Walt Disney World vets may think a visit to the smaller Disneyland Resort seems a bit unnecessary. But those people would be SO VERY WRONG! Don’t let the size deter you; small is SO MUCH EASIER to navigate. Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park are only a football field length apart, so park hopping is quick and easy!

💙 Plus, the connection to Walt Disney is something no other park will ever have. He LIVED on site while it was being built (the apartment is still there!) He walked Main Street, wandered Fantasyland, rode the waters of ‘its a small world’. THIS is the kind of Disney magic you just won’t find anywhere else.

🏰 It also has many unique, classic attractions, superior versions of WDW attractions, and entire lands you won’t find in Florida. And come on, you can get Mickey-shaped sourdough bread! 🤯

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