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Travel Planning with Lauren - with Carry on the Magic

Travel Advisor Specializing in helping busy moms relax about their vacations

12/31/2024

Fluffy's Vision Board for 2025

Let me know your favorite and what should Fluffy add?

vision board, goals, family, self care, travel, travellife, private jet, amalfijets, fun

12/30/2024

Personalized Services is my game. I tried using Google and Chatgpt to see if they could do better than me. Many times people don't have time for the hours of research to plan the trip they are imagining in their head. My goal is to get you your dream trip after a 30 minute phone call.

Google: Gave me over 100,000 results and the Google AI would only give me a general answer.

Chat GPT: Gave wrong answers for the cruise ships and hallucinated a place to stay on land.

Not included: I even tried in my own Custom GPT I made and it still did not give a ship that went to Glacier Bay.

What I've learned from this: You still need a human touch to get exactly what you want.

Let me know below what prompt you think would be better to get improved results to see if AI can beat me.

Travel Traveling Custom Trips AI

12/23/2024

Private Tours vs. Group Tours

This past summer, I had a client go back and forth between a group tour and a private tour in Alaska. She did not like the idea of following a paddle around or going at a group pace. When we compared prices for private tours and group tours, she was most surprised, that the price was similar. She ended up picking the private tour and was so happy! She took a picture of walking by Creek Street later showing me how many people were at the shops. The second picture was her picture when they had a private walk at Creek Street with hardly anyone there. Her local guide navigated exactly what she wanted and timed everything around the cruise ships, other tours, and locals to get the best experience. Now, she only wants to travel in private tours!

Partnering with local guides is important to me so I can give you the best experience in your travels. summer 2024 saw lots of crowded areas and made travel not as fun for people. If you are ready to experience travel without the crowds and hassle of finding the local guides - contact me with the link in my bio to get the process started.

12/21/2024

Just because it's winter - does not mean you need to find a warm place to travel. Winter travel to other countries allows you to explore beautiful scenery and take part in amazing activities. My favorite is any type of train ride through the snow!

Not sure what to pack for these cold weather destinations - don't worry - I've got you covered! I've been exploring in the elements for years and tried lots of gear. I'm the queen of layers to stay warm! Continue to follow for more adventure travel tips!

12/18/2024

Christmas is right around the corner. Stop wasting time thinking about how to find the perfect gift! Don't get them something they will just throw away! Indulge in a new travel experience in 2025. We can come up with the perfect travel experience for you and your loved ones for the holidays and give them the gift that they will remember for a lifetime.

Travel Christmas Gifts The Gift of Travel New Journey Luxury Suite First Class Exclusive Experience Private Villas

12/04/2024

✨ Dreaming of Alaska? Let me be your guide! 🌟

From jaw-dropping glaciers to rich cultural history, this stunning destination deserves a trip that's perfectly planned. As an Alaskan Destination Specialist, I’ve got the expertise to make your dream adventure as smooth as the icebergs you'll see! 🛳️🗻

Swipe through my Top 5 Alaska Vacation Tips—because a bucket-list trip deserves nothing less than the best. 🥶☀️✈️ Whether it's packing smart, picking the perfect season, or knowing the must-sees, I've got you covered.

Ready to take the stress out of planning? Message me, and let’s make Alaska happen! 💌

09/21/2024

Top 5 Family Friendly Vacations

This is my list based on my clients over the past year. Let me know below if you agree or if I'm missing something. Or let me know where you want to go with your family!

Family/Family vacation/Family time/ Busy Mom/Mom Life/Vacation/Vacation Time

09/16/2024

Enjoy the views and not the stress of planning a National Parks Vacation!

You want your memories of taking your kids to see the National Parks to be the views, your kids's faces loving something not on a screen - you do not want to remember how you had to research for hours and have pages of notes to figure out where to spot these views!

You deserve the vacation too and you don't need to be the one that does it all! Let an expert take over so you can enjoy your life and still have amazing experiences with your kids traveling the world.

Let me know below which National Park is on your list and look for mine below too!

09/09/2024

Did you know????????

When taking an Alaskan Cruise the stateroom choice can make all the difference. Depending on which way you are sailing, which cruise ship, and what time of year, you will want a certain side of the cruise ship to get the best views from your balcony. This is one of the many things I help my clients with when planning their Alaskan Cruise. The itinerary and stateroom can take hours to research and you may still be confused because so many cruise lines now go to Alaska - so where do you start?

Check out the guide or let's make an appointment today to get the process started. Alaska bookings can be made for 2025 and 2026 on most cruise lines. The best rooms go quickly so contact me today.

09/07/2024

🎄✨ Winter Break Bliss Awaits! ✨🎄

With winter break just around the corner, it's time to start planning that perfect getaway. Schools will soon be out, and there's no better way to spend the holidays than soaking up the sun, exploring new destinations, or enjoying a cozy winter escape. 🏖️❄️

I’m here to handle all the details—from recommendations to bookings—so you can focus on what matters most: enjoying the holiday season with your family. Let me take care of everything, so you don’t have to add one more thing to your holiday to-do list. 🎅🎁

📅 Now’s the time to book! Remember - the best places and options book up fast!

09/05/2024

🌍✨ Adventure Awaits, Stress-Free! ✨🌍

Imagine a vacation where every detail is handled, and all you have to do is enjoy the journey with your family. From breathtaking national parks to exclusive private tours, I’m here to craft the adventure of a lifetime—without the hassle. 🏞️💼

Let’s turn your family’s travel dreams into reality with tailor-made experiences that you’ll cherish forever. Ready for an adventure that’s as unique as your family? Let’s get started! 🚀

08/31/2024

Escape to the elegance of Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, where luxury meets magic!

🌟 Immerse yourself in the luxury of this iconic resort while still being just moments away from all the excitement of the Magic Kingdom. Indulge in world-class relaxation at the full-service spa, and savor exquisite cuisine including Victoria and Albers Michelin-starred restaurant. Whether it’s unwinding by the pool or enjoying the finest dining experiences, the Grand Floridian offers a serene retreat where you can experience Disney in unparalleled style. ✨

Let me handle every detail of your trip so you can focus on creating magical memories.

08/29/2024

All aboard the adventure of a lifetime! 🚂

Getting to Banff and arrive in style! The Rocky Mountaineer is an amazing way to arrive. This train will take you to see views only a train can while in luxury. You only travel during daylight to maximize the views and experience. Such an amazing way to travel and have an adventure.

What’s the most breathtaking train ride you’ve taken?

08/20/2024

When families come to me about traveling these are the vacations I help with the most:

🏔 Adventure Vacations - places you have never been and want all your questions answered and researched so you have peace of mind on your adventure.

🏫 School Breaks - during the school breaks you want something the whole family can enjoy but you don't have time to research all the different room categories and you want me to take care of it all so you don't waste your money on something you didn't want.

❤ Couples Time - before kids you and your partner did so much together but now you are buried in the kids' schedules and your own and you don't have time to put one more thing on your to-do list. I take care of the details for you so you can reconnect

🌅 Multi-Generation Trips - you love your family and you want to do a vacation together, but you are sick of the one being in charge of the planning and pestering of your family members. Let me take that off your plate and I'll be in charge of the details with your family so you can relax!

This year my family did 3 out of 4 of these vacations. Any guesses on which one we did not do this year?

08/19/2024

This year the holiday season is very popular for travel. The calendar is showing that some schools and businesses will have a full two weeks off and more.

What does this mean for you?

So many options to plan! I've given you a few of what my clients will be doing for their holiday breaks. Some are traveling before Christmas and others are surprising their family with trips for Christmas.

The most challenging part of holiday travel is finding the right place that checks all the boxes for your family. I'm always here to help you get your vacation planning researched, completed, and organized so you can enjoy your vacation.

Let me know where you want to go on vacation below!

08/05/2024

🏔Alaska is an amazing place to visit and I'm so glad I've been so I can best help my clients when they travel to Alaska. This summer I've helped so many people go to Alaska and have amazing vacations. Most people come to me as they have FOMU their vacation.

It can be a lot of pressure as the travel planner in the family and being in charge of making your plans perfect. You deserve a break too! You can save time and get exactly what you want while we work together as much as you want during the trip planning process. Some like help each step of the way while others like me to plan it all after one phone call. Each trip is customizable based on what you are looking for and you are not getting the same stuff for all my clients.

Which would you choose?
Alaska Cruise 🛳
Alaska Land 🏔
Both 🛳🏔

08/01/2024

2026 Princess Alaskan Cruises open to the public and there are some amazing changes coming to the Princess Fleet in Alaska.

The main one is that the Discovery Princess will sail through Glacier Bay! Why is this important for you? The amazing Sky Suite has a 270 degree wrap around balcony so you can see all of Alaska's beauty. This is an amazing space for you to view Alaska with your family like nothing else.

These rooms are super popular so you'll want to book these quickly. This is the way to make memories with your family that will last a lifetime. Let your family see you in vacation mode!

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Fluffy travel tips for kids! Function over fun! Make sure what you need to oack actually fits what you buy your kids to travel with! #traveltips #travelhacks #packing #packingtips #packingtipsandtricks

ALWAYS pack stuffies, blankets or anything your kids treasure in a carry on. Our rule when traveling - if the stuffies make it, we dont care about anything else! #packingtips #traveltip #packingtipsandtricks

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Time is valuable and private tour options for your family allow you to customize your travel experience. No more stressing on how you will get your family out the door to meet “the group” to jump on a bus. You deserve better mom! Let me use my local contacts to provide you a stress-free family vacation exactly what you are looking for with flexibility in your vacation! Stop stressing on how to be a boss at work and home and plan amazing vacations. I got you and you can impress your family with memories that will last a lifetime! #familyvacation #stressfree #adventure #adventurevacation #families

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Hi! Welcome to Travel Planning with Lauren. Im here to guide families on stress-free vacations. Often times as moms vacations are one more thing on your to-do list. You should get to relax and wnjoy your vacations too! I’ve traveled all over the world and traveled with my family to places like Alaska, Norway, and New Zealand. Follow along to get tips, be inspired that you too can travel with your family to your dream destinations! Tell me below what dream vacation you have for your family. #familyvacation #familytravel #alaska #newzealand #norway #iceland #mountains #stressfree #vacation

Cruise destinations do not need to be only the Caribbean. Scenic cruising is the best because you unpack once and you have a view on your balcony all the time! Where would you want to cruise? #cruisedestinations #cruises #sceniccruises #norway #iceland #familycruise #familyvacation

You dont need to do everything yourself! My job is to make vacation planning easy so you take the vacations you’ve always wanted! Check out my guide to best help you start planning! #vacation #familyvacation #vacationplanning