Not All Who Wander Vacations

03/08/2022

I will slowly begin taking bookings again starting this week. More than likely I will be more stringent on what type of bookings and the time frame of those as I try to determine the longevity of this business venture. Unfortunately I am still navigating some personal struggles that simply have to take priority right now, but please reach out if you are interested in my help planning a trip and I will let you know what I can do. If you had messaged me around mid-late June and are still wanting quotes, please feel free to message me again.

24/06/2022

Due to a personal tragedy, I will be taking a break from this job for at least a few weeks. Rest assured if you are already booked with me I will continue to take care of you. If you have reached out recently or in the last few days, I will be sure to contact you again when I am able. Thank you all for your understanding.

11/06/2022

🚨BREAKING🚨

After tomorrow, there’s no more mandatory Covid testing to return to the US! 🎉 Y’all know what that means….VACATION TIME! 🏝

In a move hailed by the travel industry, starting Sunday morning passengers will be able to board flights to the U.S. without a negative coronavirus test.

10/06/2022

Swim-up rooms are ✨always✨ a good idea!

18/05/2022

Get you a TA who will get up at 4am to refresh for 4.5 hours straight to get your dining so you don’t have to 😅

Disney has been….frustrating today. Their site glitched horribly last night forcing them to shut down all dining reservations without informing guests when those would open back up and phone lines are at a 6 hour wait. So what typically takes 20 minutes I’m STILL working on 7 hours later!! Can you imagine if you were on your own dealing with this?!

Now they didn’t update guests on how long the platform might be down and when guests can book their dining, BUT they did just announce that after June 8th - can you no longer purchase Disney Genie+ ahead of time….all guests will be required to purchase Genie+ day by day starting at midnight the day of your visit - but you still cannot make your ride selections until 7am. It’s more important now than ever to have someone to help you navigate Disney planning…it is constantly changing! 🐭

10/05/2022

It’s officially wedding season - I’ve booked 3 honeymoons in the last two weeks alone! 💍🤯

Don’t forget I can help you plan the honeymoon of your dreams! 🏝

23/04/2022

Traveling is good for the soul 🌎

Where are you going Summer 2022?

31/03/2022

🚨BREAKING🚨

Character meet and greets return April 18th to Disney!! That also means you can finally again HUG MICKEY!

24/02/2022

15/02/2022

Starting this weekend, masks are OPTIONAL for vaccinated guests at both Walt Disney World and Universal Studios in Florida! 😷

Just in time for the summer heat! 🥵

05/02/2022

Looking for a Spring Break celebration? Mardi Gras at Universal is a BLAST! Yummy food trucks, bead throwing, concerts and Mardi Gras parades galore. 💜💛💚

Part of this year’s concert lineup: Marshmello, Jason Derulo, and LL Cool J!!

Universal hosts the biggest Mardi Gras celebration outside of New Orleans. Find out about the concert lineup, parade, times, & parties!

03/02/2022

Anyone dreaming of white sand and blue water today during the winter storm? ❄️ 🏝

These cute clients just returned from Jamaica…I bet they’re missing it right about now! 😩

22/01/2022

Did you know I do WEDDINGS?! 💍

This cute couple are getting married in Mexico in a few months and I’ve been working with them for the past year and a half. Destination weddings are beautiful but are a HUGE undertaking when you invite guests…the beautiful bride just said “we would have eloped last year if it wasn’t for you!” 😂 Here is some photos from their preliminary visit last year to the resort where they chose to say “I Do!”

18/01/2022

I’ve decided that 2022 I’m going to start being more transparent. In my personal life as well as in my business. Starting a travel business 2 months before a pandemic was likely one of the most ill-timed decisions I’ve ever made…but I love what I do and hope to continue it. What I’d like to do is bring some light to what a travel agent does, in the hopes that I can continue.

Most travel agents (like myself) work on commission only - that means the cost to use us for the client is FREE. But what that also means is that we only get paid when we book a client. This also means when you reach out and ask me to find a competing price with Priceline or Expedia (which I can go on and on about why booking third party discount prices can lead to many issues), I’m working harder to make less money - and that’s if you book with me! The purpose of a travel agent is superb service and knowledge - not discount pricing. Of course I will ALWAYS make sure my clients are getting the best price (I stayed in a 3h queue to save a client over $300 at Disney just a couple of weeks ago)! But it is frustrating to search and search and end up losing a booking because I can’t beat random online discount pricing. Naturally I understand that some families may only be able to take a trip with these steep (but sometimes risky) discounts and don’t at all fault them for that! I’m just hoping to inform my clients of what this job entails before asking that I spin my wheels.

Unfortunately, I only book about 1/4 of the clients who contact me. That means that 3/4 of my work is unpaid. I strongly urge you to keep that in mind when you reach out. Understand that I LOVE helping you, and giving you tips/tricks, but please be mindful and don’t unintuinally take advantage of your travel professional! There have been multiple times that I have spent weeks researching and quoting, just for clients to take my quotes and book themselves. I would like to hope that those clients were unaware of how that affects me and my business. I’m hoping as travel improves, my business will grow…but I hope that being open and honest with how the process works will help my business family understand where I’m coming from during one of the most difficult times for travel!

I love my clients and can’t wait to keep helping you see the world. 💚🌎

06/01/2022

New Disney summer discounts means looong Disney waits. Skip the long holds or waiting online…let me get you booked for your spring or summer Disney trip! 🏰

30/12/2021

This sweet family spent part of their Christmas at Universal Studios this year! 🎄

I’m so thankful for these clients that have trusted me to help plan their honeymoon, and multiple other trips. It’s so much fun helping families celebrate special time together wherever they are! ☺️

02/12/2021

T minus 12 days until Christmas at Disney! I’m pumped to experience the holidays at the most magical place on earth but also excited to test out of the new Genie+ system that Disney just rolled out. 🧞‍♂️

Learning to navigate this system will help me make sure YOUR trip runs as smoothly and efficiently as possible! For all of my current and future Disney clients, keep an eye out in the coming weeks for some insider content! ☺️

26/11/2021

This sweet couple spent Thanksgiving on their honeymoon in Mexico! 🏝

There’s still some time to spend the holiday season in paradise - some Caribbean resorts are even having Black Friday sales!🎅

13/11/2021

A sweet couple is honeymooning in Punta Cana this week….they’ve ridden horseback at sunset, gone scuba diving and ridden ATVs through the jungle! The Dominican Republic offers SO much for SUCH a good deal. 🌊

20/10/2021

What does using a Travel Agent cost you? 💰

-No Time. ⏰ I do all the hard work! Get the early reservations, do all the complicated research.

-No money. 💵 My services are FREE. It’s no different than booking on your own…but you get personalized help from a travel professional (who may can even find you some great deals to help!)

So why not use one? Support a friend and small business! It will cost you nothing but a GREAT TIME!

19/08/2021

Change is coming…

Disney has been making some big changes!! Basically…no more free fast passes! “Lightning Lanes” will begin opening in the fall - these are a new addition that are included when you elect to purchase the brand new “Disney Genie” for $15 per ticket per person per day. This gets you entry into the lightning lanes during specific pre-selected times on about 40 rides throughout WDW. However, the more popular rides will be an additional cost per person per ride…..I’ll be keeping an eye on this rollout as we approach the 50th celebration next month. As Disney releases more info and training, just know I’m here to help you free of charge!

03/07/2021

Quick! Christmas at Hogwarts or Cinderella’s castle?! 🏰

The correct answer is: why not both?!🎄

17/06/2021

🚨BREAKING🚨

Halloween Horror Nights special event tickets are now on sale at Universal Orlando for select nights in September/October! 👻🎃

15/06/2021

🎆 The magic is returning!! 🎆

Fireworks shows at the Disney theme parks will resume in July for the first time since the pandemic started.

05/06/2021

The brand new Disney after hours Halloween celebration looks amazing…tickets go on sale June 15th! Message me for details! 🎃

28/05/2021

It’s official! No more masks at Universal for vaccinated guests! 🙌🏻

Disney...you’re next!

08/05/2021

The best part of vacation? FOOD. Universal Studios has great options for everything from the most adventurous to the most picky. From their seven butterbeer options to their food booths to their fantastic table service restaurants.

This summer they are bringing back the food and drink booths with offerings from around the world!