Tinker Bell Travels by Shannon

28/06/2024

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16/04/2024

04/02/2024

Cruising soon? Here’s a picture of a few of my favorite cruise essentials. I take tons of photos so a selfie stick is a must for me. Lanyards to hold our cruising cards, ID, etc. is also super convenient. I strongly suggest luggage tags as well. The ones I use have a metal clasp, making sure that your tag stays attached to your luggage while it’s being transported by porters to the ship. Magnetic hangers are an absolute must you could hang them on the wall I choose to hang mine from the ceiling to great way to line the wall of your cabin to hang essentials up out-of-the-way bags, bathing suits, you name it. Last, but not least is a cruise friendly power strip, which will give you additional plugs. Some ships have plenty some ships don’t, so it’s always good to have it just in case. What are your essential cruising items? Let me know in the comments below.

27/12/2023

This cold weather has me wishing for some warm breezes. This is one of our favorite places to stay. Not a bad drive from north Georgia or a quick flight from ATL. Let’s plan your trip together.

26/12/2023

Is your New Year’s resolution to travel? To have memories and experiences instead of stuff? Let’s chat. Weather it’s a road trip, a theme park, the beach, the mountains, a cruise or an all inclusive.

08/12/2023

Give the gift of travel. Collect moments instead of things.

03/12/2023

Give memories this Christmas, they last forever.

30/11/2023

TRAVEL GIFT CERTIFICATES!!!. Friends this is my host agency. We have a group of experts to help with all your travel needs. Give the gift of travel. It fits all shapes and sizes. Contact me today for more info.

11/08/2022

Never stop chasing your summer 🚲

Explore the Heart of the Lowcountry this season: https://bit.ly/3wWocbl

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11/08/2022

The Lowcountry enchants us ✨ It's time to wander to where the marsh meets the sea: http://bit.ly/hammockcoast.

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15/07/2022

Great weekend getaway. Easy drive from atlanta area. The Biltmore Estate offers a variety of activities. Perfect for couples or a girls trip. Let’s chat.

10/07/2022

Excited to be checking this place out next weekend. The biltmore is near Asheville North Carolina and is driving distance from Atlanta. There is so much to do in that general area.

A convenient starting point from which to experience 8,000 acres of Blue Ridge mountain beauty, Village Hotel offers a short stroll to outdoor activities, th...

21/06/2022

Tuesday tip of the week.

The following was written by a flight attendant, not by me, but it's good advice! Feel free to share! I sure did!

Flying this summer is ROUGH!!! I feel like as a Flight Attendant I should attempt to share some tips to get you through airline travel for the foreseeable future.

1. Things are not good..... if its less than 7 hours - DRIVE! I'm not kidding. There is nothing enjoyable about flying right now. On any airline. If you must fly, keep reading.

2. Download and use the app of the airline you are flying. You can do everything on it - get your boarding pass, track your bags, see your incoming plane, and change a flight. It sure beats waiting in the long line to talk to an agent! Trust me - Usually these apps will tell you a flight is cancelled before the crew even knows!

3. Fly MUCH earlier than you need to - a whole day early if its important!! This week I saw many people miss important things like weddings, funerals, cruises, international connections, and graduations. The tears were very real, for very real reasons, and there was nothing I could do! If you have to be somewhere, spend the extra money, go a day early. Have a glass of wine and stay in a hotel, enjoy your night not being stressed while everyone else misses their events.

4. ALWAYS fly the first flight in the morning so you have all day to be rebooked if the s**t hits the fan. Yes, that means it might be a 3:00 alarm, but morning flights don't cancel nearly as often.

5. This is not unique to this year, but keep in mind summer is thunderstorm season. A single storm can shut down a whole airport. We can't fly through them. Storms usually build as the day gets later. Book early flights!

6. Schedule long layovers - Your 1 hour layover is NOT enough anymore. 30 minutes, not a chance. 3 hours minimum.

7. What you see on the news is an understatement. We are short staffed and overworked. Not just pilots and flight attendants, but also ground crews. Without ground crews there is no one to park the planes, drive jetways, get your bags on/off planes, or scan boarding passes. This causes many delays that snowball throughout the day. Sometimes HOURS.(Another reason morning flights are best!)

8. When flight crews get delayed we time out. We can NOT fly longer than 16 hours. Its illegal. So it doesn't matter if you have a wedding to get to, when we are done we are done. The way things are now, there are no back up crews, so when this happens your flight cancels. (Now you are starting to see why those morning flights are best!)

9. Avoid connecting in Newark. It is literal hell. You have a 50/50 chance your flight will cancel or missing your connection. They have been cancelling flights at their starting points just to keep the planes out of Newark because there just aren't enough people to manage the planes, so the gates stay full. Also the restaurants are expensive, it is not a great place to be stuck.

10. Be nice. As stated above, we are overworked and tired. We will not help you if you are mean. No one cares that you are going to miss your cruise if you are an as***le. So even if we can help, we will save our help for someone nice. Tensions are high. Our patience is gone. If you make us mad - you will not be flying on our planes. We will leave you behind without a second thought, and laugh about you later.

11. Being drunk on an airplane is a federal offense, so don't overdo it. If you drink too much at the bar waiting for your delayed flight you risk not being allowed to fly at all. We are too tired to deal with your drunk ass when we have legitimate issues to deal with.

12. Get trip insurance if you have a lot of money invested. I hate the whole idea of this, but I also hate the idea of losing money. Example: I was working a flight yesterday that waited over an hour for a gate. A family of 8 missed their flight to Rome. The only flight of the day. They were going to a cruise which they would now miss. They were all crying, there was nothing I could do. (Also a reason to fly a day early!)

13. Flights are FULL. If you buy the cheap seats you will not be able to sit with your family. It says so when you purchase your ticket!! Flight Attendants aren't there to rearrange the whole plane just so you can sit with your family because you tried to save $100 on a third party website.

14. Speaking of third party websites and saving money..... Like I said flights are FULL. If a flight is oversold, and no one volunteers to give up their seats, who do you think is the first to be bumped? You guessed it, the family that saved a few $$ by using sites like Expedia, Kayak, Hotwire etc.

15. Pack smart. Don't be "That guy" Don't hold up boarding because you have your extenders open till they are busting and you can't figure out how to make it fit in the overhead. (Passengers are stressed too, they can be aggressive when boarding a delayed flight)

16. Take showers, brush your teeth, leave the perfume off, don't eat stinky food (caesar salad and tuna fish I'm talking to you!), and bring headphones. Trust me. These things sound basic, but add to stress on crowded planes. If you are stuck on the tarmac for 3 hours after a 4 hour flight, you will thank me for this.

17. Bring a sweater if you tend to be cold. So tired of half naked girls asking me to turn the heat up. NO. Wear clothes!! Side note: If you dress like this and ask for heat, there's a chance I will turn the AC up.

18. Thats not water on the bathroom floor. For the love of God wear shoes to the bathroom!!!

19. Don't tell a Flight Attendant they look tired. We are and we know. You may cause us to ugly cry right there in galley.

20. Happy Travels!

17/06/2022

DEAL OF THE WEEK. Let’s be real. Times are tough and money is tight. Making your vacation 💵 $$ stretch is so important. We all need time to destress.

BEACH ON A BUDGET. I found an awesome deal for Daytona Florida. If you are a beach lover this can be a great budget friendly option. 23 miles of beaches and lots of free things to do.

A 4 night stay in late July, at the Bahama House hotel. (Excellent ratings on trip advisor) for a family of 4 starts as low as $879. (Airfare not included). This property is beachfront.

Contact me for more info or to other great options.

13/06/2022

Taking a poll. Put your response in the comments. When I talk with clients budget is typically their number one concern. Especially in the current environment. What category do you fit in for this summer.
A. Looking for quick getaways that fit into my tight work schedule and budget

B. Want to take one big vacation and have saving up to do it

C. I’m flexible and love a good deal. Ready for a spur of the moment trip if the price is right

10/06/2022

Bring your whole fam with you on vacation because . 🐕

10/06/2022

10/06/2022

One of my favorite places to stay and recommend to my clients

10/06/2022

The Golden Isles

09/06/2022

Booking a trip with me is as easy as 1..2..3.
1. Connect with me via text,call or email.
2. Take my vacation questionnaire
3. I will give you 3 great options to choose from.

07/06/2022

Georgia beaches… peaceful vibes… affordable prices…. Let’s chat.

03/06/2022

Friday vibes 🧡

Explore the Heart of the Lowcountry: https://bit.ly/3wWocbl

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03/06/2022

Sunrise from Clingmans Dome 🧡 💚 ❤️

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01/06/2022

Make yourself at home at Tropical Beach Resorts. The possibilities are endless!

01/06/2022

Just a closer walk with Thee

📸: Towyna Campbell

01/06/2022

Georgia’s Golden Isles has something for everyone. Each island offers something different and close enough to explore all in one trip. Great for families, girl or guy trips and romantic weekend getaways.
The hotels are unique and beautiful with many amenities. Fishing. Golfing. Cycling. Or chilling on the beach. Lots of great restaurants. Prices are incredibly reasonable and drivable from the Atlanta area. Contact me so we can plan your trip.

27/03/2022

What is your go to spot for spring break and why?

16/02/2022

08/02/2022

The quieter you become, the more you are able to hear.

📍: Lovely Lane Chapel
📸: Brooke Roberts Photography