Disney Cruise Line Announces New 2024 Summer Itineraries
We’re so excited to share Disney Cruise Line’s inaugural dates and select itineraries for its new island destination in The Bahamas – Lighthouse Point –…
Why You Should Use a Travel Advisor!
Planning a Disney or Universal trip can be overwhelming! Let a professional travel advisor help make your planning stress-free!
Lots to look forward to in 2022
Lots is in store for a great 2022 at Disney's destinations! Check out some of the excitement heading your way!
Disney Genie to Launch Oct. 19!
The Genie is coming out of the bottle in just 11 days! We’re excited to share that the previously announced Disney Genie service will launch on Oct.…
Disney After Hours Boo Bash Tickets on Sale Soon!
Get ready for some frightful fun at Disney's new After Hours Boo Bash at Magic Kingdom Park!
Disney Unveils Details of New Disney Cruise Ship
The Disney Wish has something for everyone and you can enjoy all it has to offer with the inaugural cruise on June 9, 2022! Check…
‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration’ Begins Oct. 1 in Honor of Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th Anniversary
It’s an event five decades in the making! Beginning Oct. 1, Walt Disney World Resort will throw “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” in honor of…
Disney Cruise Line Announces Early 2022 Itineraries with New Destinations!
Disney Cruise Line is ready to set sail in 2022 with some fantastic new itineraries in store!
Holiday Magic Returning to Disney!
Disney is making its list and checking it twice to help you create new holiday traditions with your family in 2020!
2021 Packages available to book this week!
Ready to plan your trip to Disney World for 2021? We can start making those reservations beginning June 24 for travel dates from January 1-September…
The Million-dollar question
When will Disney parks reopen? The million-dollar question and my opinion on opinions.
2020 MICKEY’S NOT-SO-SCARY HALLOWEEN PARTY TICKETS ON SALE
Ready, set, boo! Today’s the day to start planning your visit to Walt Disney World® Resort for late summer and early fall. That includes getting…
Doing Disney "Teen" Style
Walt Disney World isn’t just for little ones! Escaping to the Happiest Place on Earth with your teens and tweens can be the perfect family…
Ditching the Lines at Disney
Want to avoid standing in lines on your Disney trip? There IS a way to do it that doesn’t involve getting to the parks hours…
What's the Best Age for a Disney Trip?
I get asked a lot “What’s the best age to take my child to Disney World?’” I suggest looking at it from a different angle,…
Costa Rica – Adventure of a Lifetime!
NOTE: This was written by my 14-year-old daughter Olivia. She wanted to share her perspective on our recent Adventures by Disney trip to Costa Rica.…
Extra Magic Hours & Everyone Else
Let’s talk about Disney’s Extra Magic Hours for a minute. The great question is “Should we go to a park for Extra Magic Hours?” The…
From Muggles to Wizards: VIP Experience at Universal Studio’s Harry Potter World
Step onto Platform 9 ¾ and begin a journey where YOU become the student. YOU defend against the Dark Arts. YOU could become the Chosen…
What IS a Travel Advisor and Why Do I Need One?
Have you ever wondered what it is Disney travel consultants actually do? What it is Travel Advisors bring to the table that you can’t get…
The Low-Down on Disney Resorts
If you haven’t figured it out yet, every mother, father, sister, uncle, aunt, neighbor or mailman will offer you an opinion on where you should…
Disney Cruise Line Fall 2020 Itineraries
In fall 2020, Disney Cruise Line will enchant Guests of all ages with Halloween and winter holiday celebrations on sailings departing from New York, California, Texas and…
Best Way to Budget for Disney
Want to know the easiest way to save money for your dream Disney trip? It’s really easy – plan ahead! It’s like a virtual layaway…
Keep Your Cool at Disney in the Summer
The summer heat is about to arrive but don’t let that stop your Disney trip! Chances are that it will be warm where you live…
A Private Slice of Paradise
One of the things that makes a Disney Cruise special is Castaway Cay – Disney’s private island in the Bahamas. A day at Castaway Cay…
Set Sail to New Destinations with Disney Cruise Lines in 2020
In summer 2020, Disney Cruise Line will embark on a variety of itineraries around the world, including a long-awaited return to Greece and the addition…
Should You Pass on the Travel Insurance?
Every travel professional has a “horror story” from a client who decided they didn’t need travel insurance. Maybe it’s as simple as $1,000 in unexpected…
Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge to Open This Summer!
Check out important details about the opening of Disney's much-anticipated Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at Disneyland and Disney's Hollywood Studios
Big Easy, Big Island, Big News!
I'm super excited that Disney Cruise Line will be sailing out of New Orleans in Early 2020! And the cruise to the Hawaiian islands is…
Yes! My Services Really are FREE to you! Here's How (and what I can do for you!)
So you see that my services are free to you and you think, “This sounds too good to be true.” But it is true! Using…
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Tickets on Sale
WOW! We can now purchase tickets to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party – this is earlier than ever before and they’ve added 2 dates to the…
It's Time to Plan Your 2020 Disney World Trip!
I can book your Disney trip for 2020 on June 18! Check out the blog for ways to get on my list for pricing when…
Free Dining Discount for Summer Stays at Disney World
Disney is helping you kick off the New Year right with a FREE DINING discount! Room discounts were released today, too. Check below for the…
Sail Away with 50% Off the Deposit on 4-Night or Longer Disney Cruises!
There’s never been a better time to set sail on a Disney Cruise! You can book a magical Disney voyage and pay only half of…
What's So Special About 180 Days?
It’s hard to believe, but it’s 180 days from the summer travel season! That may not seem significant to you, but when planning a Disney…
Exclusive Access with Disney World Holiday Package
Want the ULTIMATE in holiday fun at Disney? Check out this package full of EXCLUSIVE experiences and then get with me to book your trip!
Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Guide
Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Disney's Magic Kingdom is my favorite event of the year! Check out this guide for ways to maximize your time…
Flurry of Fun Planned for Holidays at Disney
As part of this year’s Flurry of Fun at Disney’s Hollywood Studios® the spectacular nighttime holiday fireworks show, Jingle Bell, Jingle BAM! is returning, and…
Give Santa a Break!
Want to enjoy a stress-free holiday? Give Santa a Break and give the gift of travel! Book by Wednesday, July 31, 2019, to receive a…
Get Ready for a Galaxy Far, Far Away in 2019!
Disney Announces Projected Timing of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Opening in 2019 Disney has FINALLY announced roughly when Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (AKA: Star Wars…
Fall 2019 Disney Cruise Itineraries Released!
Disney Cruises are the least-expensive the earlier you book and all of 2019 is now available! Get with me soon to book your cruise!
Dreaming about a trip to Disney this fall? Hoping for a great discount?
Free Dining is a super popular discount that Disney has historically offered for travel to the Walt Disney World Resort between late August and mid-December.…
An Incredible Summer Awaits – Save Up to 25% on Rooms at Select Disney Resort Hotels
Disney World announced three different discount offers for summer 2018 travel so there’s never been a better time to plan a trip! You can read…
Disney Releases Halloween & Christmas Party Dates!
Disney has announced the party dates for this year’s Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and for Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party so NOW is…
Sign Up for the 2019 Waiting List
About this time each year, I have people start asking about when they can book a Disney trip for the following year. I LOVE those…
Why Use a Travel Professional?
“Do people still use travel agents?” It’s a question I hear often, and my answer is always the same… ABSOLUTELY! At least, the smart ones…
Save Time – Order Online!
You can now order food from your My Disney Experience app and pay using your Disney Dining Plan. No more standing in long lines!
What's Coming to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World Resort
Get the latest details about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge coming to Disney in 2019!
How May I Help You?
I’m frequently asked by prospective clients to explain exactly what I can do for them, so I thought I would break it down for all…
End the “I Want it Now” Battle!
When I tell people that I’m going to Disney World or Universal Studios or some other fantastic destination for a work trip, they assume that…
Why You Need a Travel Agent to Book Disney
With the ease of the Internet, you might be wondering why you need to use a travel agent to book a Disney trip. I specialize…
Don't Forget to Remember….
Warning: this one is going to be a little mushy, but I promise it will have a point if you just hang with me. This…
"I Survived a Tropical Storm!"
For those who have had the misfortune of traveling with me, they will tell you that where Alison goes, there will be rain. Our most…
Sorry Folks! Time is NOT Going to Slow Down
It’s back-to-school time and we are seeing cute first day pictures and comments like “Look at my baby starting high school! Where did the time…
Aren't You Glad it Wasn't You?
Friends, today has been a DAY. A not-so-magical kind of day. And it’s only 9 a.m. I’m sure you know what I mean – I’m…
My (Nashville) Adventure with Disney
Some days my job is really cool but then there are days when my job is amazing. Last week, I got to have one of…
Top 10 Reasons to Stay at a Disney Resort
One of the top questions I am asked when a client contacts me about planning a Disney vacation is “Why should I stay at a…
Give Something Unforgettable
As we enter the holiday season, we find ourselves frantically searching for that “just right” gift. The gift the recipient will treasure and talk about…
Maximize Your One-on-One Time with Disney Characters
Getting character signatures is sure to be a highlight for your kids so I’m sharing a collection of tips to help you get the most…
To Stroll or Not to Stroll?
Debating taking (or renting) a stroller for your Disney trip? “But,” you say to yourself, “he doesn’t ride in a stroller at home.” Or, “She’s…
How to Avoid the Lines at Disney World
I am a really impatient person. I think there’s always something better I could be doing with my time, which means I really hate to…
Disney "Must-Dos"
Disney World is a great big place with 4 parks covering 47 square miles. That’s a lot to see in the average week-long trip! Obviously,…
Disney Trip Planning – Where Do I Start?
So you want to go to Disney? YAY! Of course the first thing you do is Google “Disney World” and immediately see there’s a great…
Top 5 "Must-Haves" While Touring the Parks
There are some things you just can’t go into a Disney park without. Here is what you are sure to find with me with when…
Where in the "World" Do We Eat?
YAY! You’ve got your trip to the Wonderful World of Disney planned! Now you need to figure out where to eat. You’ll find very quickly…
When To Go To Disney
“When is the best time to go to Disney World?” The million-dollar question. And of course, the answer is, it depends. One of the things…
The Insiders’ Guide to the Disney Dining Plan
One of the most misunderstood things about a Disney trip is also one of the most popular, especially when the word FREE is in front…
Thinking about a trip to Disney this fall? Want Free Dining?
Free Dining is a super popular discount that Disney has traditionally offered for travel to the Walt Disney World Resort between late August and mid-December.…
Disney Magic – 1st Trip or 100th – There's Always Something Special
I have a swimmer — an avid, 11-year-old who practices religiously five days a week. She misses sleepovers and parties because she can’t live without…
Yes! My Services Really Are FREE! Here's How…
7 So you see that my services are free to you and you think, “This sounds too good to be true.” But it is true!…
Disney After Dark
Disney is amazing any time but the parks transform into something truly magical at night. We are talking about way more than fireworks here, folks!…
The Disney Cruise Difference
Thinking about sailing away to a tropical destination? Then you should know what makes Disney Cruise Line Conde Nast’s #1 cruise line. Disney cruises are…
Living on the Wild Side
On a solo trip to Disney World (yes – without my kids!), I was feeling unusually brave and wanted to experience something different. So I…
The Benefits of Staying on Disney Property
I’m often asked about the benefits of staying at a Disney resort hotel – and the #1 answer is simple – convenience! The completely immersive…
With a Little Help from My Friends…an introduction
In case you aren’t familiar with the reference in name of my blog, it’s a line from a Beatle’s song, “With a Little Help from…