Wishes Family Travel - Maggie Ballantyne

26/06/2024

I am accepting quote requests for ALL locations. If you or someone you know is interested in travel, please reach out! Referrals are what help this business stay alive. 💜

Here is a sampling of what I can help you book:

✈️ Disney Destinations: Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani- A Disney Resort and Spa, Adventures by Disney, Disneyland Paris
✈️ All-Inclusive Resorts
✈️ Universal Orlando and Hollywood
✈️ Discovery Cove
✈️ Virgin Voyages, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Norwegian Cruise Line, AND River Cruises
.. and with Pleasant Holidays and Classic Vacations, I can help you find vacation spots all over the world including adult-only and family-friendly vacations.

I have helped clients book Key West, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Mexico, different islands in the Caribbean, England and other parts of Europe, National Parks, and more!

Quote requests are being accepted and can be sent to: [email protected]

25/06/2024

Why Book With A Travel Agent?

Today, Disney announced the rollout of a new LIGHTING LANE MULTIPASS SYSTEM. In less than 2 hours after that announcement was made, I had spoken with other travel agents, looked at resources Disney created, and emailed all of my current WDW clients about this change.

When you book with me, you have someone in your corner on the lookout for these announcements and changes that can impact your trip.

ALL of my WDW clients will receive information in advance about making these passes, how to strategize, recommendations, tips based on personal experience, etc. This is included in my complimentary services.

If you are interested in going to Disney in 2024 or 2025, please do not hesitate to reach out to me today: https://forms.gle/f2DQphtAy5mVZjcL8

25/06/2024

New changes coming to Lightning Lane at the end of July.

If you are a current client, I will be reaching out to you individually via email.

Beginning July 24, Walt Disney World guests can plan in advance with Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass 📲: http://di.sn/6001glsuP

25/06/2024

What’s your favorite way to start a Disney day?
I love starting my Animal Kingdom days at Tusker House.

Experiences like this are included in your Disney Dining Plan!

24/06/2024

Virgin Voyage announced NEW PORTS and a NEW SHIP!

The Brilliant Lady will feature a NEE CATEGORY of sea terrace rooms with TWO hammocks!

To my DMV friends, the NYC port is just a short drive away! Save money by not booking flights!

24/06/2024

This one is for my Virgin Voyage fans!

Goodbye, porthole peeks. Hello, horizon sweeps! Get 70% OFF your 2nd Sailor on all voyages — new ‘25 and ‘26 routes included! — with free balcony upgrades on most 2024 Caribbean and Med voyages (because nothing beats sea views from your own hammock).

WHAT YOU GET:
70% off a 2nd Sailor: Available on all voyages, including our brilliant new 2025 and 2026 itineraries.

Free balcony upgrades: Book the Limited View Sea Terrace for the price of The Sea View on most 2024 Caribbean and Mediterranean sailings (that’s up to $325 in savings!) (subject to availability).

Expanded horizons: Experience our growing fleet, featuring the debut of our 4th lady ship, Brilliant Lady.

Epic journeys: Discover places like Norway, Iceland, and more through 2026

TRAVEL DATES
Jun 1, 2024 - Apr 26, 2026

24/06/2024

Universal Orlando announced a TRAVEL AGENT EXCLUSIVE PROMO!

💰Save up to $1,300* on a 3-Park, 5-Night Vacation Package!

What does that mean for you?
You can only book this offer with a me! Not available online.

Offer valid for Travel: 6/13/2024-3/6/25

[email protected]

24/06/2024

THIS WEEK we can begin booking Disney Cruise Line end of 2025 sailings and early 2026 sailings! 2024 sailings also still have availability.

4 ships, the Disney Fantasy, Wish, Treasure and Dream, will regularly sail to one or both of Disney Cruise Line’s signature island destinations, Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, offering voyages filled with even more Disney magic.

As part of Disney Cruise Line’s collection of themed sailings, families will make memories on beloved holiday cruises with Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime sailings in September, October, November, and December 2025.

Complimentary quote request form: https://forms.gle/a8AfAg3e6c4VyuSMA

24/06/2024

Disney Cruise Line: HALF-OFF DEPOSITS on select cruises for early 2025!

Sailings include:
🚢 Disney Wonder: October 20, 2024, through February 24, 2025
🚢 Disney Dream: January 4, 2025, through March 29, 2025
🚢 Disney Magic: January 6, 2025, through March 20, 2025
🚢 Disney Wish: January 3, 2025, through March 31, 2025

If you are interested in a complimentary quote: https://forms.gle/NhytUXo4bsDSv7859

DCL is booking through early fall of 2026, so if you want to sail later in the year, I can help with that as well.

[email protected]

23/06/2024

This post is for my wonderful clients! I’m asking if you are someone who has recently traveled, to PLEASE 🙏🏼 tag me in your travel posts and pictures. This allows your friends and families to know who you booked with and it shows you supported a local business!

Something small like tagging me in a post helps me in more ways than one! But when it comes down to it, it’s honestly how I keep my business running and allows me to keep planning without charging planning fees.

Jobs based solely on commission require and rely on word of mouth to continue to grow and thrive. I know my other small business owners on here understand that!

As always, thank you for your support! I look forward to seeing your summer and fall travels!

23/06/2024

Multiple travel announcements & promos were released over the last few weeks. Tomorrow, I'm posting them ALL! Be on the lookout!

20/06/2024

It’s no secret I love spending a day at Discovery Cove! Check out my Top 10 Reasons why!

Maggie Ballantyne 7.22.21 Discovery Cove is a beautiful all-inclusive day resort located right in Orlando. When visiting, however, you will feel like you are on a tropical island and not in the heart of one of America’s busiest tourist spots. I have visited Discovery Cove twice and plan to vi

19/06/2024

Rides in WDW, Disneyland, and Disneyland Paris are NOT the same. Just because you have visited one park, doesn’t mean you have experienced every attraction or every version of each attraction.

For example… PHANTOM MANOR 🎩 My favorite ride in Disneyland Paris! A more dark story than the other Haunted Mansion attractions I have visited, but so well done!

This unique version follows the story of Melanie Ravenswood, the ghost of a bride, whose groom never materialized on their wedding day. Where is her groom? The Phantom that appeared in the manor, and also makes several appearances in the attraction, lured him away to the attic where he died.

I love that you enter the attraction after walking thru the mansion. After exiting the mansion, the attraction takes you thru a haunted Frontierland and graveyard where guests will enjoy a familiar song.

🎩 BONUS: Phantom Mickey meets at the attraction!!

“You may not believe it, but beauty once lived in this house...And beauty lives here still."

18/06/2024

Disney Cruise Line announced the rest of 2025 sailings and early 2026 sailings! 2024 sailings also still have availability.

Clients that are Disney Cruise Line Castaway Club may take advantage of the following early booking windows:
🛟Pearl Castaway Club Members: Monday, June 24, 2024
🛟Platinum Castaway Club Members: Tuesday, June 25, 2024
🛟Gold Castaway Club Members: Wednesday, June 26, 2024
🛟Silver Castaway Club Members: Thursday, June 27, 2024
🛟Bookings open to all Guests: Friday, June 28, 2024

4 ships, the Disney Fantasy, Wish, Treasure and Dream, will regularly sail to one or both of Disney Cruise Line’s signature island destinations, Disney Castaway Cay and Disney Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, offering voyages filled with even more Disney magic.

As part of Disney Cruise Line’s collection of themed sailings, families will make memories on beloved holiday cruises with Halloween on the High Seas and Very Merrytime sailings in September, October, November, and December 2025.

Complimentary quote request form: https://forms.gle/a8AfAg3e6c4VyuSMA

18/06/2024

The Rabbit Hole is the Caribbean’s ONLY speakeasy and it is here at Sandals Ochi! We love it!!

1) Find the password
2) Find the door (very hidden at night!)
3) Give the bouncer your password and inside you go…. Down the rabbit hole!

Definitely one of my favorite bars and the unique experience adds to the memory for sure!

18/06/2024

When you are the last family on the very last parking tram. Exhausted, but this usually means you had a great night 👏🏼

17/06/2024

Elevate your experience on Virgin Voyages with ROCKSTAR accommodations!

Here is one example: The Rockstar Cheeky Corner Suite — Biggest Terrace! My favorite part? The wrap around sea terrace balconies and panoramic views.

In addition to inclusions with any stateroom such as meals and nightly entertainment on board, sailors in the Rockstar Quarters receive:

⭐️ Access to Richards Rooftop — exclusive sh deck with panoramic views, cocktail hours and parties!
⭐️Complimentary in-room drinks
⭐️Priority access to eateries and the spa
⭐️VIP entrance at the terminal
⭐️Access to a 24/7 team of rockstar agents for amy requests

17/06/2024

I am accepting quote requests for ALL locations. If you or someone you know is interested in travel, please reach out! Referrals are what help this business stay alive.

Here is a sampling of what I can help you book:

✈️ Disney Destinations: Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani- A Disney Resort and Spa, Adventures by Disney, Disneyland Paris
✈️ Sandals and Beaches All-Inclusive Resorts
✈️ Universal Orlando and Hollywood
✈️ Discovery Cove
✈️ Virgin Voyages (new, FANTASTIC, adult-only cruise line)
✈️ Princess Cruises
✈️ Royal Caribbean International
✈️ Holland America
✈️ Norwegian Cruise Line
✈️ River Cruises
.. and with Pleasant Holidays and Classic Vacations, I can help you find vacation spots all over the world including adult-only and family-friendly vacations.

I have helped clients book Key West, Costa Rica, Hawaii, Mexico, different islands in the Caribbean, England and other parts of Europe, National Parks, and more!

Quote requests are being accepted and can be sent to: [email protected]

14/06/2024

Excited to be listed in Sass Magazine’s Woman Owned directory in the latest edition, The BOSS Issue, among inspiring women entrepreneurs and female business owners.

I love working with Sass and the opportunities they give the women in Frederick! Link to Directory: https://7b41076f.flowpaper.com/SassMayJun24BOSSDIGITAL/ =56

14/06/2024

Alice's Curious Labyrinth is a beautiful hedge maze walk-thru attraction at Disneyland Paris. 🌹

Every twist and turn took us to a different scene, song, or character from Alice in Wonderland! There were tunnels to walk thru, doors to open, paths to choose from, and so much more. We really had to look up, down, and all around as characters appeared popping up over the walls, peaking out from around the corner, or pointing us to the next direction. The labyrinth ends at the Queen’s castle where you can climb the steps and look out over the whole labyrinth from the top (last picture in the post). It was a great view!

13/06/2024

SAFE TRAVELS ✈️ to my clients headed out on their second Adventures by Disney! This time they are going to Scotland! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

This adventure includes 8 days of traveling around Scotland highlighting 21 different sites. Just some of their activities include:

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 A Private visit it on the Royal Yacht Britannia
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿The Royal Mile
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿The Palace of Holyroodhouse
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Tour of Edinburgh Castle
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Coffee and Tea Reception at Floors Castle
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Exclusive Shortbread-Making Lesson
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Scotch Whisky Experience Tour & Tasting
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Blair Castle Privately-Guided Visit
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿Loch Ness Boating Excursion
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 A Day at Rothiemurchus Estate with Highland Games
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Hairy “Coo” Safari and Red Deer Feeding Experience

When you purchase an ABD vacation, all of your tours and more are included in the price! This trip also includes their hotel stays, transportation once they are in Europe, 16 meals, and 2 guides!

We were also able to add on 2 nights Pre adventure so then can check in early and adjust to the time difference before the adventure begins.

I loved my short time in Scotland and I am very excited for you!

Thank you for reaching out to me again about your next vacation!

12/06/2024

My clients are currently sailing the 7-Night Mediterranean with Greek Isles Cruise from Civitavecchia on the Disney Dream!

This cruise includes 7 nights of nonstop Disney fun and magic with stops in: Naples, Mykonos, Santorini, and Chania with two days at sea.

Don’t forget, Disney sails in more places than just the Caribbean! Sailings are open for booking thru fall of 2025. And promos are available for early 2025!

[email protected]

12/06/2024

I love assisting with honeymoons 🥰 This week I have clients enjoying their honeymoon at Serenity at Coconut Bay on my favorite island, ST. LUCIA!

This resort is All-Inclusive, All-Butler, Adults-Only and located along the island’s south coast.

Their beautiful suite comes with a plunge pool, king bed, 24-hour room service, and butler service in addition to private transfers from Hewanorra International Airport; unlimited wine, premium spirits, and crafted cocktails; poolside wait and beverage service; golf cart transfers to beach, spa and Coconut Bay; meals at restaurants; and all taxes and gratuities.

Thank you for reaching out to me to help you plan this once-in-a-lifetime trip!

10/06/2024

Disney Cruise Line dropped a promo! 🚢 ☀️ HALF-OFF DEPOSITS on select cruises for early 2025!

Sailings include:
🚢 Disney Wonder: October 20, 2024, through February 24, 2025
🚢 Disney Dream: January 4, 2025, through March 29, 2025
🚢 Disney Magic: January 6, 2025, through March 20, 2025
🚢 Disney Wish: January 3, 2025, through March 31, 2025

If you are interested in a complimentary quote: https://forms.gle/NhytUXo4bsDSv7859

DCL is booking through early fall of 2025, so if you want to sail later in the year, I can help with that as well.

[email protected]

10/06/2024

Virgin Voyages: ADULT- ONLY CRUISE LINE!

This cruise line is perfect for couples or friends, everyone is welcome!

I sailed with Virgin Voyages in February 2021 and loved everything about it! I will be sailing with them again. Highlights included:

🚢 The BEST food ever! Not just on vacation, but incredible food in general!
🚢 Flexible bar tab! No drink packages with rules or limitations. Lots of craft beer to try!
🚢 Spacious, comfortable, clean staterooms with balconies featuring a hammock!
🚢 The entertainment and activities… there is a schedule but the spontaneous entertainment is just as fun!
🚢 The beautiful spa!
🚢 The customer service … 10/10
🚢 Unique itineraries. I loved our stop at Bimini!

I genuinely loved my time on this ship and will definitely sail with Virgin again.

08/06/2024

08/06/2024

04/06/2024

Out of Office for the rest of the week so I can visit my happy place ☀️ 🌊

03/06/2024

Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort 🕶 ☀️

I have stayed at this resort twice and it is a great options for family and friends with both standard room options and family suites.

My favorite resort feature? The private walking path to Volcano Bay. There are busses to IoA and US.

If you don’t feel like venturing off and you want to stay on property, there are 2 pools, a great lazy river, a bowling alley, arcade, shops, and more!

Bayliner Diner is the quick service option at Cabana Bay and it is honestly one of my favorite places to eat on all of Universal’s properties. There is a Starbucks in the lobby and I love the beer options at Atomic Tonic by the pool.

I highly recommend this property when visiting Universal!