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Disney Cruise Line: A Magical Choice for a Multi-Generation Adventure

Few things are guaranteed to create memories for a lifetime than a multi-generation vacation. Time spent together, relaxing and having fun with those you love is truly a precious time – especially after the past two years! But planning a vacation for a variety of ages can sometime be challenging.

Enter Disney Cruise Line.

If you’re looking for a vacation with plenty to do for everyone in your group, but also with ample time to relax and unwind, this is the vacation for you. With the chance to experience stunning destinations around the world, incredible onboard dining, entertainment and special events, and the service and expertise of the dedicated crew of Disney Cruise Line, everyone from grandparents down to the littlest grandchildren will have a truly magical vacation cruising with Disney! Read more

Cruising or All-Inclusive Resort: Which is Best for Your Caribbean Vacation?

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The turquoise waters, the beautiful white sand beaches, the sun and warm breezes – the allure of a vacation in the Caribbean is unmistakable, especially at the end of winter! So, thinking about planning a vacation to a tropical paradise is exciting … but then come the questions. Where to go? How to go? When to go? Where to start!

One of the first things to decide isn’t actually where to go but how to go? As in, would a cruise to several islands be the perfect getaway for you, or is an all-inclusive resort stay the best option? Read more

Planning the Perfect Romantic Anniversary Vacation

Nancy Aulani a Disney Resort and Spa, Cruise Planning, Disney Vacation Planning, Great US Destinations, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Universal Orlando Resort February 7, 2022February 2, 2022anniversary vacation, celebrating an anniversary on vacation, planning a romantic vacation, romantic travel, romantic travel destinations 0 Comment

It’s February, and with Valentine’s Day coming up soon, there’s no better way to celebrate a romantic occasion – such as your anniversary – than on a romantic vacation. Many couples find that an anniversary vacation is the perfect time to visit some of those bucket list destinations that they’ve always dreamed about. So, what do you need to think about to make this vacation dream a reality?

While a vacation is the perfect way to celebrate with your love, planning is key to make sure that your trip is all that you’re dreaming of. Here are a few things you’ll want to think about as you get started. Read more

Why You Can’t Afford NOT to Take a Vacation

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Last Tuesday was National Plan for Vacation Day. Did you know that was actually a thing?

It really is and is celebrated on the last Tuesday in January, as a day to encourage Americans to plan their vacation days for the whole year at the start of the year— and inspire them to use those days to travel.

Why? Because starting in 2015, when travel industry analysts began to track things like American vacation usage, studies were consistently showing that people weren’t actually using the vacation days that they had. Which is actually a pretty big deal – because taking much needed time off from work is good for us. Vacations increase both our physical and mental health, as well as positively affect our personal relationships, and even our job performance. Read more

Seven Tips for Planning a Great Spring Break Vacation

Nancy Aulani a Disney Resort and Spa, Cruise Planning, Disney Vacation Planning, Great US Destinations, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Universal Orlando Resort January 24, 2022January 19, 2022planning a spring break trip, planning spring break travel, spring break travel, spring break vacation, spring break vacation tips, tips for spring break vacation 0 Comment

The calendar may say “January”, but this is the time of year when many folks are definitely thinking “spring” – specifically spring break travel. Whether you’re sick of cold, snow, and ice and are dreaming of warm and sunny beaches, or you just want to get away for a few days to relax and unwind, you’ll want to keep these tips in mind as you plan your spring (or late winter!) vacation. Read more