Nicole Dellavecchia, Travel Agent affiliated with ET Family Travel, LLC

22/11/2024

OK Disney pros... where am I? Hint: I had breakfast here this morning!

22/11/2024

My family and I attended Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom last night - for the first time ever! We had SO much fun and we did SO much at the park in such a short span of time. 100% worth it!!

The special ticketed event officially begins at 7pm and goes until midnight. However, guests can enter the park as early as 4pm. We got there around 4:30pm, quickly got our wristbands and made our way into the park for quick pics in front of the castle while it was still light out and then walked back down Main Street for dinner.

We started off with a light dinner at Tony's Town Square Restaurant, which is a restaurant I've actually never eaten at! Being from Long Island and married into an Italian family, I know good Italian food. I think I was always nervous that the food at Tony's wouldn't have been that good! But I've been eyeing their new garlic bread with the melted cheese sauce for a while now, and decided to go for the reservation! I'm so glad I did - the four of us shared a few items (the garlic bread, Insalata Caprese and Rigatoni a la Vodka) and everything was great!! And of course, I had to get a glass of Rosa Regale! Bonus: we got to eat outside on the patio!

After dinner, the daytime crowds thinned out (they have to leave by 6pm) and we basically walked on every ride. The only rides that we waited for were Seven Dwarfs (17 minutes), Winnie the Pooh (7 minutes) and Astro Orbiter (7 minutes).

Here's what we did in the 5 1/2 hours between 5:30-11pm:

✨ Mad Tea Party
✨ Dumbo
✨ Barnstormer
✨ Under the Sea - Journey of the Little Mermaid
✨ Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
✨ Winnie the Pooh
✨ It's a Small World
✨ Break for complimentary cookies and hot cocoa
✨ Tiana's Bayou Adventure
✨ Mickey's Once Upon a Christmastime Parade (watched from Frontierland)
✨ Big Thunder Mountain Railroad x2
✨ Dinner - mobile ordered from Pecos Bill Tall Tale Inn & Cafe
✨ Pirates of the Caribbean
✨ Magic Carpets of Aladdin
✨ Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin
✨ Break for complimentary cookies and cider
✨ Astro orbiter

We really wanted to ride Tron but the line was too long when we were over in that part of the park. We were shot after a long day of travel, so we called it a night at 11pm and made our way back to the hotel.

We all had a blast at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. There's something so magical about being at Disney for the holidays. The decor is gorgeous, Christmas music streams throughout the park, and it even snows on Main Street! I will absolutely go again and recommend this to all of my clients!

21/11/2024

My family is on the move this morning, and we are SO EXCITED to be heading to Disney for a long weekend!

Follow along as we:

🎄 Attend Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party tonight (for the first time ever!)
🦢 Stay at the Walt Disney World Swan Reserve
💦 Enjoy a pool day and some time at Disney's Boardwalk
🪩 Spend a day at EPCOT
🍴 Dine at 5 new restaurants that we've never eaten at before

20/11/2024

ATLANTIS has launched their Cyber Week Sale, and it's full of amazing travel deals!

⭐️ 5+ Nights: 30% Savings + $300 Resort Credit
⭐️ 4 Nights: 25% Savings + $300 Resort Credit
⭐️ 2-3 Nights: 20% Savings

Offer Applies to The Coral, The Royal, The Reef and The Cove. Harborside Stays of 4+ Nights Receive 30% off!

Book by November 24, 2024 for travel between December 1-17, 2024 and January 2 – June 30, 2025

Interested? Let's chat! I've recently been myself, I've sent many clients here and I'd love to help get you there too! 🧜🏻‍♀️

20/11/2024

SO excited for my clients, the B Family - who are in Walt Disney World this week! They are staying at Disney's Beach Club Resort, a Deluxe-tiered property perfectly situated in the vicinity of the Boardwalk district, in walking distance to EPCOT, as well as a quick boat ride over to Hollywood Studios. Beach Club’s Stormalong Bay pool complex is arguably one of the best of all Disney resorts, with its over-sized pirate ship-themed waterslide, lazy river and sand-bottom.

The B Family will be visiting all four theme parks as well as spending an extra day at the park they decide they like best. Their Disney Dining Plan add-on allows for an all-inclusive feel - a great value for all of the character dining they have planned!

Have the BEST time, B Family!

20/11/2024

I toured the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort this past weekend and can I just tell you how incredible this resort was?! It's hands down, the crown jewel of Marco Island. From the moment you walk into the lobby, you're hit with its signature smell and you know you're somewhere special. It's very Hawaiian in its decor and simply stunning.

The resort has 11 restaurants on site, many of which have outdoor seating. There are multiple pools - including one with a waterslide and splash area - as well as a kids club, and the 10K Alley which is a huge indoor recreation complex complete with a bowling alley, arcade games, glow-in-the-dark mini golf, and a bar. The adults-only Sirene section is gorgeous, with its own private check-in area, separate wing of guest rooms, restaurants and rooftop pool.

The beach is much deeper here than other parts down the road, and it's the perfect spot to collect shells and watch the sun set.

I've sent many clients to the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort, and will continue to recommend it to families, couples, and groups of friends traveling together!

19/11/2024

So excited for my clients, the B/F Family, who are in Walt Disney World this week!

They'll be visiting all four theme parks and staying at Disney’s BoardWalk Inn. The resort is beautiful, with great pools and amenities. The resort resembles a turn-of-the-century Atlantic City boardwalk with its seaside decor, and an actual location along the boardwalk with entertainment, eateries, shopping and even surrey bike rentals! It’s walkable/boatable to both Epcot and Hollywood Studios, and the entertainment district is so much fun to spend some time away from the parks.

Have the BEST time, B/F Family! 🎠

19/11/2024

The brand new Disney Treasure is in NYC! Follow along today/tomorrow as ET Family Travel, LLC are some of the first to step foot on this gorgeous new cruise ship and showcase all that it has to offer!

🍾 ET Family Travel is THRILLED to be attending the christening event of the Disney Treasure tomorrow night in New York City.

🗽Follow along as we are hosted by Disney Destinations over the next few days celebrating their newest ship entering the Disney Cruise Line fleet.

🚢 We are truly honored to be among the first guests to step onboard. We look forward to sharing exclusive content of this highly anticipated ship with all of you!

17/11/2024

This weekend I stayed at Marriott's Crystal Shores - a Marriott Vacation Club property on the beaches of Marco Island, FL. This spacious two-bedroom villa was the perfect setup for my girlfriends and I, with two full bathrooms, a full kitchen, dining area, living area, and furnished balcony overlooking the pools and ocean.

This beachfront resort is modern and clean even though it's definitely an older structure (my hunch is that it's been retrofitted from the 1970s). It has a residential feel and appeals to vacationers of all ages. Highlights include two pools and a grotto pool with a waterslide. There's a few restaurants on site (including Pizza Cucina and Stilts - a second-story beachfront restaurant with a view), fitness center, and an activity center with so many fun things happening throughout the day - especially for kids. There's quite a bit of family-friendly entertainment: billiards, ping pong, foosball, bocce, shuffleboard and a putting green.

Marriott's Crystal Shores is in a great beachfront location, walkable to other resorts and residential areas, as well as a bunch of restaurants, entertainment and shopping. They even have a golf cart service that will bring guests around the island.

Overall, I really liked this resort. The amount of space is clutch for those with kids, multigenerational families, and groups like us. I would absolutely stay here again and will continue to recommend it to my clients too!

17/11/2024

I toured the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa this weekend. It's a really popular choice on Marco Island and I've sent a lot of clients here over the past few years.

This property has recently undergone some major renovations and a lot of their public spaces - lobby, restaurants, meeting spaces and spa - are really nice. These are all located in the main building while the guest rooms are located in a separate tower. There are parts of the property with narrow hallways and lower ceilings, but the recent renovations give it an overall more modern feel and it's pretty.

The resort is located right on the beach and it is just as gorgeous with its powdery white sand. There are chairs and umbrellas available, and a water sports kiosk right on site. The pool is simple, no bells and whistles, but nice nonetheless with a big pool deck and plenty of seating and umbrellas. The location is great - walking distance to many restaurants, neighboring hotels and shopping.

I wasn't able to see their rooms (hence the stock photo included below), but those are really pretty, with a clean and modern look - most with angled balconies that get at least a partial view of the ocean. The resort has the ability to get guaranteed connecting rooms, which I know is a plus for large families and groups.

I've sent many families here and everyone always enjoys their stay! I think it's the perfect option for those looking to vacation in Marco Island at an affordable price point.

17/11/2024

My girlfriends and I spent a few hours at the Spa by JW at JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort yesterday, and it was incredible - a massage, the relaxation lounge, sauna, steam room, hydrotherapy and spa pools were the perfect way to spend the afternoon.

More Saturdays should include this type of pampering! 🧖🏼‍♀️

16/11/2024

Good morning from Marco Island! ☀️

I got in yesterday and I couldn't be happier to be spending the weekend here with three of my closest girlfriends!

We are staying in a two-bedroom villa at Marriott's Crystal Shores, but I'll also be checking out the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort and Spa and the JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort. I hope you'll follow along as I showcase this incredible destination on Florida's west coast!

15/11/2024

Rocking Horse Ranch just announced a Cyber Sale promotion - $100 off any date in December!

When you go to Rocking Horse Ranch, it's ALL included. In the Winter months, this includes:

⭐️ Horseback Riding
⭐️ Eldorado Hot Springs
⭐️ Skiing (Equipment & Instruction Included)
⭐️ Snow Tubing
⭐️ Ice Skating
⭐️ Big Splash Indoor Water Park
⭐️ Laser Tag
⭐️ Live Shows and Entertainment
⭐️ 3 Delicious Meals Daily
⭐️ Chef's Tastings
⭐️ ... and Much, Much, More!

Interested? Let's chat! My family recently went during the winter and had so much fun. I'd love to help your family get there too!

14/11/2024

The Equinox Resort, in Manchester VT, has announced their Cyber Sale!

Guests can save up to 40% on prepaid and nonrefundable reservations OR save up to 30% on reservations with a flexible cancellation policy.

Offer valid on new bookings through December 4th for stays through December 2025. Some blackout dates apply.

Interested? Let's chat! I'd love to help you get there! 🌲

14/11/2024

✨Norwegian Cruise Line has launched their Black Friday sale and it includes 50% off all cruises!

And YES - this promo can be stacked with their FREE AT SEA promotion and other specialty perks for maximum savings!

Interested? Let's chat! I've sent many clients on Norwegian cruises and I'd love to help you too! 🚢

13/11/2024

...NOPE!

I've got a bit more travel planned in 2024:

🌴 Marco Island
🏰 Walt Disney World
🎄 Upstate New York/Berkshires/Vermont

Keep an eye on this page as I showcase my adventures over the last six weeks of the year!

12/11/2024

SO excited for my clients, the M Family - who are in Walt Disney World this week! They'll be visiting all 4 parks and attending Mickey's Very Mickey Christmas Party too.

The M Family is staying at Disney's Beach Club Resort, a Deluxe-tiered property perfectly situated in the vicinity of the Boardwalk district, in walking distance to EPCOT, as well as a quick boat ride over to Hollywood Studios. Beach Club’s pool is arguably one of the best of all Disney resorts, with its over-sized pirate ship-themed waterslide, lazy river and sand-bottom.

Have the BEST time, M Family!

11/11/2024

Wishing a Happy Veterans Day to all who have served. Extending a sincere and heartfelt THANK YOU you for your service! 🇺🇸