Sea Glass Vacations

02/04/2023

Venturing into this beautiful city is pure magic! Scottish bagpipe music fills the air along the Royal Mile… and be prepared for a lot of walking and a LOT of stairs! ❤️

02/02/2023

It may have been a chilly day with the sun beginning to set but none of that diminished the incredible beauty of this woodland walk. Absolutely breathtaking!!

If you visit, you may want to bring a coin to make a wish. Not to drop into the water, but to hammer into an old tree stump to make a wish to the woodland fairies. ❤️

02/01/2023

Very brief clip of the stairwell that brings you up and back down the Monument. It’s a short clip because it’s very steep, very narrow and spiraled making it precarious as you meet people traveling in the opposite direction.

01/31/2023

Views from the top! One thing that is amazing about visiting historic sites in Scotland is there are very few safety measures. No railings or bars to prevent people falling. You need to ’keep your wits about you’ at all times (especially if you’re traveling with littles)!

The view below is where the famous Battle of Stirling Bridge occurred in 1297 where the first Scottish battle for independence took place (made famous by the movie Braveheart).

01/26/2023

A view near the top.

01/24/2023

Many of the historical sights in Scotland are not accessible for people with mobility issues. The William Wallace Monument is a steep 10 minute climb to get to the monument from the parking lot (there is also a shuttle to bring you up). And if you want to see beyond the gift shop and cafe… be prepared to climb a narrow spiral staircase 246 steps to the top!

There is only one way up and the same way down so it’s a bit cramped at times when people are moving in both directions. There are 2 exhibits to break up the climb (and catch your breath as well as stop the room from spinning). One of these exhibits showcases William Wallace’s actual sword! That was pretty incredible to see.

I’ll share some of the views from the top in another post. This is definitely a must-see if you’re venturing through Stirling.

01/20/2023

It was hard to leave Manchester behind! The people were so lovely - it’s not often you’re called ‘love’ as an adult. But our journey onward brought us to the beauty and history of Stirling Castle which was nothing short of magical. We stood in the exact location where Mary Queen of Scots was coronated at 9 months of age and witnessed our own family crest embedded in stained glass in the great hall! Even our teenagers were a wee bit impressed. 😁

It definitely pays to get to these historic sights early - no one is around and you can get some incredible pictures!

01/18/2023

Enjoying the English and Scottish countryside by train… lots of beautiful, rolling hills, cottages and sheep! So. Many. Sheep.

01/16/2023

No trip is complete without a few surprises along the way… our Scotland adventure included a detour to Manchester, England to see our first premier league football match at Old Trafford! What could make it better?? Discovering the opposing team is staying at our hotel and chatting with the head coach, team manager and one of the players! Unreal start to a pretty fabulous experience!

01/16/2023

After years of no travel and cancellations due to a worldwide pandemic, I was finally able to corral my family on a trip to Scotland (with a brief stop to see a premier league football match along the way)! I’ll be sharing some highlights in the coming days.

Travel is alive and well - although a bit different now. And, yes I’m still booking Disney, Europe and all-inclusive vacations for my travel guests. 😁

06/24/2022

I've been busy booking WDW and Universal for many families this year... but, today some of my guests depart for this wonderful coastal escape to ! It's my first booking since the pandemic shutdown. I'm beyond excited for them!! They'll enjoy a quintessential Italy experience in with an excursion to Mt. Etna, a local cooking class, a sunset cruise and all that the area has to offer! Safe travels to all.

Boutique hotel, panoramico, nel centro di Taormina, camere e suite. Vicino i giardini pubblici ed il teatro greco. Parcheggio nelle vicinanze o valet parking. Da Giugno a Settembre servizio spiaggia gratuito con piscina, lettini, ombrelloni e transfer gratuito se prenoti dal nostro sito ufficiale.

04/19/2022

It's never too early to plan an Epic Vacation! 🌎 🌋 🎢

03/24/2022

Halloween Horror Night tickets are on sale now!

It’s time to share the scares.
Event is select nights Sept. 2–Oct. 31. Tickets are on sale now.

05/26/2021

05/18/2021

Visiting Walt Disney World during a pandemic was a unique experience... and in many ways, one of my favorite trips to date! The magic is alive and well! 😊

07/02/2020

Walt Disney World packages for 2021 were released earlier this week. It has felt wonderful booking reservations for families to experience some magic next year! There are some important changes to the process to know in advance. Contact me for details and assistance!

You might be wondering if you should go ahead and book WDW vacation plans now or wait until later. There are many reasons why booking now is the smart way to go.

06/30/2020

Know Before You Go...

Universal Orlando Update: Guests who have a disability that prevents them from wearing a face covering must speak to a Guest Services Coordinator who will inform them of the alternate accommodation, which is to wear a face shield during their visit.

A specific wristband is given to guests requiring this accommodation. There are also specific ride restrictions for some attractions that will be communicated at Guest Services.

A daily-updated resource for news and information on the Disney resort around the world.

06/29/2020

So many aspects of travel are changing in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. How and where we travel are in a constant state of flux. It's unlikely Americans will be able to travel to many international destinations for the remainder of 2020. Some islands are opening up to tourism in the coming days and weeks; however, dates, restrictions and requirements while visiting are constantly being updated. Contact your travel advisor for assistance with your plans. We are here to help!

This article regarding flights to and from Italy highlights just one aspect of travel that we may see as a prolonged or even permanent change going forward...

As from 26 June, Italy bans the use of overhead lockers for any kind of luggage, trolley suitcases included, on planes flying in and out the country.