Kelsey Lucardie, Travel Planner with TMFLT

31/10/2024

02/07/2024

Travel Tuesday-

During high season, flight delays and cancellations are more common. Do you have a plan in place before you leave to help prepare in case this happens? Her are some of the strategies I use:

1) I have a change of clothes and swimsuit in my carry on.
2) All medications are in my carry on.
3) I have my flight confirmation and the airline phone number or web site ready to help in case I need assistance as often there are long lines at the airport service desks.
4) I leave an extra day on the arrival side of all cruises.
5) I pack snacks and a drink in case I am stuck in an airport after hours or sitting on the tarmac for a long time waiting to take off.
6) I pack my patience! I also have headphones and podcasts downloaded and a good book to help pass the time.
7) Have an extra phone charger or external battery ready so you don’t run out of cell phone charge!

These are just a few tips. Do you have anything that you do to help deal with the unexpected while traveling?

18/06/2024

Travel Tuesday-

A few weeks ago we talked about packing cubes and how handy they are. This week, I wanted to share another one of my favorite travel accessories… portable luggage scales. I take these every time I fly so that I know my luggage is not over the alloted weight prior to arriving at the airport. Those souvenirs can really add weight to your bags!
This inexpensive little tool can save you lots of time and frustration - as well as money not being spent on penalties for excess bag weight.

30/05/2024

Disney has some fantastic ticket discounts available this summer! Let me know if you are interested in a vacation package or just tickets and I can help!

28/05/2024

I travel often and one way I maximize my luggage space and unpack quickly, while staying organized, is by using packing cubes.

I love arriving at my destination and tossing my cubes in the drawers and stowing my suitcase as everything is already organized!

Each person has different techniques for using packing cubes. Some roll vs. folding their clothes. Some people organize the cubes by outfit, others use one bag for tops and another for bottoms. Any way you choose, these help you stay organized!

Another perk is that once worn, I throw my dirty clothes in a separate cube, which keeps the laundry sorted and the clean clothes clean!

Do you have a packing hack? Do you use packing cubes?

25/05/2024

Prepare for the Ultimate Fright at Universal's Halloween Horror Nights!

🎃 Step into Terror: Universal's Halloween Horror Nights Awaits! 🎃 Brace yourselves, horror fans! This year, Universal's Halloween Horror Nights is back with spine-chilling haunted houses that will leave you screaming for more. Universal's award-winning creative team has crafted original storylines that you won't find anywhere else.

Here’s a sneak peek of what’s lurking in the shadows:

• Slaughter Sinnema: Scream through a b-movie horror marathon at the Carey Drive-in with creature features, grindhouse gore, spaghetti westerns, and more.

•Goblin's Feast Tavern: Visit the goblin village where a lavish feast is being prepared for goblins, orcs, hobgoblins, and witches. And guess who’s the main course?

•Major Sweets Candy Factory: A sweet tour turns sour when free samples transform kids into candy-coated killers wielding sharpened weapons.

•The Museum: Deadly Exhibit: Check out The Rotting Stone exhibit, where an evil spirit possesses displays and decays everything in its path.

•Monstrous: The Monsters of Latin America: With La Muerte as your guide, face the Tlahuelpuchi, La Lechuza, and El Silbón.

•Triplets of Terror: Attend the Barmy triplets' birthday bash, where they celebrate by recreating their family's murders.

Are you brave enough to face the terror? Let me know if you're interested in experiencing this heart-pounding event. 🕸️👻

21/05/2024

Anyone who travels often likely has had concerns or experienced missing or lost luggage. This is where technology can be helpful!

There are various types of small trackers that use Bluetooth networks to connect to your phone and let you know where your bags are. Some popular brands are Apple AirTag, Tile, Samsung Galaxy SmartTag. There are products that use GPS technology as well and are likely more reliable in real time, but the investment is more substantial.

Last year, while in Barcelona, I decided to send my luggage with a baggage service to our cruise ship while we toured the city before boarding the ship. I was a bit nervous about making sure our bags got on the ship as I didn’t want to spend a week wearing the same outfit. My mind was completely at ease because I followed by bags via my AirTag and saw they were on our ship before we were. This is just one situation where slipping one of these devices in your bag can be very helpful!

Have you used a tracker in your luggage before or wished you had?

15/05/2024

I love Universal both as a travel destination and also as a travel agent. They are a pleasure to work with and put guests needs first ❤️

15/05/2024

Join us for this fun virtual event next week!

02/05/2024

Just Announced!

Experience many of your favorite video game characters like never before as you explore the interactive fun of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, opening 2025 at Universal Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort.

Send me an email at [email protected] to begin booking your 2025 vacation!

Get your first look at the experiences at SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, one of five amazing worlds at Universal Epic Universe. From Super Mario LandTM to Donkey Kon...

20/03/2024

I love this photo my guests, Lynn & Flint, sent me! Disney has something for everyone, and Lynn and Flint go on a fishing excursion every time they visit Walt Disney World.

25/01/2024

Let me help uou take advantage of this amazing ticket offer before it is gone! We can book this deal now for most dates through August. If you are offsite, I can get you free early entry with this as well!

24/01/2024

Look at this photo my coworker took today in port! The new Icon of the Seas vs one of their older ships, The Vision of the Seas shows how massive the Icon is.
I have booked so many Royal Caribbean cruises this month that I know cruising is back and better than ever. My advice is to book early to lock in rates and availability.

13/01/2024

I can help you with a vacation package, theme park tickets, cruises, and more…
If you are thinking of a spring break or summer trip, let’s talk about it!

09/01/2024

We have had so much fun at Universal over the last couple of days! Universal trips are so fun and easygoing. I love helping my guests find just the right fit for their resorts and tickets!

02/01/2024

Let me know if you would like pricing!

✨️ FREE DINING IS COMING BACK FOR DISNEY+ SUBSCRIBERS!✨️
Starting Jan. 3, 2024 (TOMORROW!) Disney+ subscribers can get a FREE dining plan when purchasing a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package that includes a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option. This offer is valid for arrivals most nights July 1 through Sept. 30, 2024 and based on availability, availability is limited. 🍽🏰❤️ Request a quote: http://bit.ly/TMFLTQuoteFB