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Black Friday & Cyber Monday 2025

Get Ready: I’m Watching All the Black Friday Travel Deals For You!

As your travel advisor, this is one of my favorite times of the year—Black Friday travel deal season! Airlines, resorts, cruise lines, and tour companies are getting ready to drop some of their biggest promotions of the year, and I’m already watching the ads, updates, and early releases so you don’t have to.

If you’ve been dreaming about a vacation—whether it’s a quick weekend escape, a family getaway, or a bucket-list adventure—Black Friday is one of the BEST times to lock in serious savings. And the best part? I’ll handle all the searching, comparing, and planning for you.

Why This Matters for You

Black Friday travel deals usually move fast and sell out even faster. My job is to:

  • Track the early teasers and official promotions
  • Compare offers to make sure they’re real deals
  • Match you with the best options based on your travel style
  • Hold or book offers as soon as they drop
  • Make the whole process stress-free

So while the travel world is buzzing with sales, you can relax—I’m already on it.

Want First Access?

If you know you want to travel in 2026, now is the perfect time to get on my Black Friday interest list.
Tell me:

  • Your desired destination(s)
  • Your preferred travel dates or seasons
  • Your budget
  • Your travel style (solo, couples, family, adventure, luxury, etc.)

I’ll be able to grab deals the moment they go live.

Let’s Get Your 2026 Trip Ready – Some things to keep in mind:

  • I offer complimentary planning to any destination – I am paid by them and you pay the same if you book yourself or through me (Maybe less because I am great at finding deals)
  • I currently have incredible onboard credit offers and resort credits for several cruise lines and destinations – Just ask!
  • I travel quite often and am very familiar with the destinations I sell. If I have not been there personally, I will research the destination thoroughly. I approach it as if the trip is for my own family. This ensures I provide you with the best and most complete experience.

Black Friday is almost here, and I’m excited to help you plan something unforgettable. Stay tuned—I’ll be sharing highlights as soon as they’re announced.

Ready to get on the list or start planning? Just send me a message!

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Christmas in July

Yes, summer is still in full swing. However, now is the time the best deals are released for this holiday season. These deals also apply to the beginning of 2026. There are incredible promotions across all types of destinations.

Here are some of my favorites:

  • Sandals/Beaches Black Friday in July – Up to 65% off + up to $1850 credit. Stay 5/6 nights, get $175 spa credit. Stay 7+ nights, get $175 spa credit and $175 tour credit. Book qualifying trip and receive a set of luggage packers. Book by 7/28
  • Disneyland – Save up to 20% off select stays. Where joy and tradition come to life around every corner. Holidays at the Disneyland Resort, the upbeat Disney Festival of Holidays and Disney ¡Viva Navidad! return on Nov. 14, 2025, and continue through Jan. 7, 2026. Guests dreaming of dazzling shows, ornate décor and unforgettable experiences that stir the senses and warm the heart are in for a treat. (Disney)
  • Club Med All Inclusive– 50% off and up to $400 in savings pp/week. $300 instant air credit. Kids under 4 FREE. No single supplement.
  • Royal Caribbean – Up to $800 off and up to $50 bonus savings. $200 onboard credit for select voyages.
  • National Geographic Cruise Line – 60% reduced deposit on all 2026 National Geographic Expedition Cruise departures
  • Virgin Voyages – 70% off 2nd sailor, free balcony upgrades and up to $300 onboard credit
  • Oceania Cruises – Save up to 40% on select sailings + up to 2 category upgrade and up to $800 ship credit
  • MSC Cruises – Flash sale 7-night sailings from $349
  • Walt Disney World – Save up to 20% on select rooms at select Disney Resorts Collection Hotels this Holiday season. PLUS get up to $100 shopping and dining promo card based on resort category. FREE Dining plan for kids in 2026. Additional Florida resident discounts available
  • Viking – $25 deposit. Up to Free airfare & reduced fares.
  • Universal Resort – Bundle and save up to $200
  • Adventures by Disney – 2026 early booking offer – New guests save $500 per person on select 2026 land departures. Return guests save up to $750 on select land departures
  • Dreams/Breathless/Secrets/Impressions All-inclusive Resorts – Save up to 50%. New discounts daily
  • Disney Cruise Line – Save up to 30% on voyage fare on select Australia and New Zealand Sailings.
  • Celebrity Cruise Line – 50% off 2nd guest on Galapagos sailings. Save up to $400 per room
  • Norwegian Cruise Line – Up to $1000 off
  • Azamara – Cruises up to 65% off
  • Hard Rock Hotel – Save up to 54%
  • Hotels around the world – There are many brands running promotions this week. If you are interested in a smaller brand, just ask!

I, personally, have several destinations where I have onboard credit or resort credit/gifts to offer.

These are just the most popular destinations I have served. If you are interested in something you do not see here, let me know. I am happy to research it and I will find the best deal for your travels. Don’t wait, a lot of these are only good for a few days so let’s get that deposit in and your deal saved!

Terms & conditions apply to all promotions. Contact me for details.

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Unbeatable Onboard Credit Promotions for Virgin & Disney Cruises

Combine promotions at your favorite destinations with incredible onboard credit opportunities and resort credit for ultimate savings! Ask about unlimited onboard credit with Virgin Voyages and new Onboard Credit with Disney Cruise Lines.

Reach out for complimentary planning, expert advice, tips & tricks, referral program, and my travel experience for assistance!

*Exclusions apply – reach out for details

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Happy New Year!!

I hope you and your loved ones have a healthy and prosperous 2025! I wanted to share the first amazing deals of the New Year with you so I can help you take advantage of them when you are ready! Scroll to bottom to see new referral & rewards programs plus a giveaway!

Land Adventures*

Abercrombie & Kent: Discounted tours & worldwide itineraries

Adventures by Disney: Save up to $500 per person

Africa & Asia: Save up to 33% plus free breakfast

Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa in Ko Olina Hawaii: Save up to 25% on select rooms

Beaches & Sandals Resorts: Save up to $1350 and 1 free night

Busch Gardens: Discount vacation packages

Cancun & Tulum: Save up to 40%

Caribbean & Mexico Travel: Save up to 40% PLUS up to $200 in resort coupons, perks, and more

Disneyland: Save up to 30% on select stays

Europe: Save up to 33% on hotels and premium air upgrades

Hawaii: Save up to $550 instantly

Margaritaville Hotels & Resorts: Up to 20% off & Military discounts

Marriott Hotels & Resorts: Enjoy a special rate when you stay 3 nights or longer

National Geographic Expeditions: Luxury small group journeys and private tours. Up to 50% off or up to $1500 credit on selected journeys

Nickelodeon Resorts: first 5-star family destinations dedicated to infinite play and limitless luxury

Project Expeditions: Discount world-wide tours & itineraries

Seaworld: Kids free package, Dine Free package, Discovery Cove Package

Secrets & Dreams All Inclusive: Save up to 40%

Thailand: Destination of the Year! Multiple resorts and savings options

Universal: Get 2 days free with a 2-day, 2 park ticket, and get FREE express pass with a Premier hotel stay

Virgin Islands: Save up to 40% at certain resorts and all inclusives

Walt Disney World: Up to 35% off Resort Rooms for select stays, Free Disney Dining plan

West Coast Mexico Destinations: Save up to $400 Instantly

Sea Adventures*

Ama Waterways: Up to 20% cruise savings and reduced airfare

Celebrity Cruise Lines: 75% off second guest and up to $500 stateroom credit

Cunard: Onboard credit, free drinks package, up to $400 off

Disney Cruise Lines: 50% off required deposit at time of booking, Kids sail 50% off select sailings with Disney+, 20% off select sailings, 20% off for Florida & Canada residents, Australia & New Zealand Discounts

Holland America: Starting at $129/day plus free upgrade

Margaritaville at Sea: 60% Off Cruise Fares, 3rd and 4th Guests Sail Free, Earn Up to $200 in Free Onboard Credit, Free Stateroom Upgrades, Save 10% on Cruise Add-Ons, and 0% APR Offer: Book now and pay later with interest-free monthly payments with Flex pay

MSC – Up to 30% and Kids sail free

Norgwegian Cruise Line: Up to $1500 off, Unlimited open bar, and $250 free

Princess Cruise Lines: Up to $200 instant savings, up to 40% off, Free room upgrade, 3rd & 4th guest sail free

Riviera River Cruises: Up to 50% off River Cruising, save up to $1500 per cabin, free drinks

Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines: Up to $700 onboard credit and up to $75 bonus credit for Caribbean

Seabourn: Up to 75% off

Viking Cruise Lines: Reduced airfare, reduced fares, and $25 deposit

Virgin Voyages: 80% off second sailor and free drinks plus up to $200 additional “sailor loot” when you use me as your first mate!

New for 2025 with WDW Dreams Into Memories

Check out my client referral page!

Book a Disney Cruise with me prior to January 31, 2025 and be entered to win an Inaugural Sailing pair of Disney Treasure Ears!

Book a Disney Cruise with me and benefit from our new Onboard Credit Program.

Destination Rewards Program – I love sharing the Minnie Box when you travel to Disney Destinations and the Adventure Pack when you travel to Universal Destinations. They are small thank you’s for trusting me with your trip and allowing me to be a part of your planning experience. I am extending that program to all the other destinations I plan for. You will receive a personalized, interactive itinerary as well as a thank you gift which will depend on where you are traveling.

*Restrictions, terms, and conditions apply and may change at any time. These are my most frequently requested destinations by guests. I also curate private tours all over the world. If you do not see your destination of choice, just ask. If I have not been there myself, I research the area as if I am traveling there with my own loved ones so that I can best serve you.

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Small Business Saturday

Did you know that when you shop a small business, you are directly supporting someones dream? Think about the impact you can have on someones life and family. You are supporting someone’s dream to run a business that they are very passionate about. Something someone built from the ground up and put in countless hours to try to see it succeed.

In turn, you are supporting whatever causes they started their business for. A lot of Mom’s run businesses out of their homes for additional income to support their children’s dreams. It’s me. I’m that Mom. You are supporting a Dancer. You are supporting an up and coming baseball pitcher. You are supporting a young scientist who wants to attend every STEM event possible. You are truly supporting dreams.

When I ask guests why they haven’t used a travel specialist in the past, the first reason is because people think there is a cost associated with it. Did you know that it is free to use a travel specialist? We get paid by the company/destination you are traveling to. Our payment is built into the price of your trip already. That means even if you do not use a travel specialist, you are already paying for one! It is the exact same price as if you planned it yourself except you get all the added value of my knowledge, tips, and tricks. Plus I take on all the stress of calls & deadlines.

The other reason I am told is because people prefer to be able to handle all the details themselves. I know, I was one of those people before I first used a TS. The truth is, you can book through me and still make all the plans yourself. You have me watch for discounts, notify you of changes or closures, get through to vendors that you may have trouble with, assist in the event of a disaster (hurricane, blizzard, shut downs…etc) and provide you with tips and information that you may not have otherwise learned. You do not lose any control of your own vacation.

I also have a great referral program and may provide a few surprises along the way! Here is what is most popular this Small Saturday-


Let me know how I can help you on this Small Saturday or Cyber Monday. There really are some great deals!

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WDW Dreams Into Memories Weekly Deals 11/16/24-11/22/24

Let me know if you are interested in one of the deals below or contact me about deals for your dream destination!

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Christmas in July

It is that time of year again! Christmas in July! While you are taking your awesome Summer vacations and enjoying time with family and friends, it is a great time to thing about going away for the Winter Holidays. If you prefer to stay local during that time, it is also the perfect time to thing about a magical adventure that you can gift to them this holiday season.

Why It’s A Great Time to Reserve

Better selection!

Whether it is a room at your favorite Disney or Universal Resort, a specific cruise itinerary, or availability at your favorite all inclusive, reserving further in advance is best. It gives you the greatest chance at getting the room or itinerary you prefer.

Better pricing!

Often (especially for cruising) the rates are lowest when they are first released. Plus, even if a lower rate or promotion does come out after you reserve, it is something we can take advantage of even after you have booked.

Great Deals!

There are currently great promotions running for Disneyland, Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Universal, Virgin Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Sandals, and more – just ask about the destination you are interested in!

Shop Early!

Whether you are considering gifting a vacation to your loved ones this holiday season or actually traveling during the holiday season, booking now will take care of a chunk of your shopping – and it is only July!

Excitement!

You will have this trip to look forward to for months. I can help you think of fun and fantastic ways to gift this to your family and we can have extra time to plan and perfect.

Giveaway!

I am currently running a Christmas in July Giveaway. If you book a qualifying vacation with me in the month of July for travel between now and the end of 2023, you will be entered to win a $50 gift card to your destination.

If you can’t travel but know friends or family who might be, I also do a referral giveaway. Refer a guest to me in the month of July and you will receive one entry for every reservation referred for a $25 giveaway to Amazon or the coffee spot of your choice!

Contact me today for pricing & details. Let’s get you reserved for your next adventure and turn your dreams into memories!

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Christmas in July! – Giveaway Alert**

Green & Red ice Cream! Santa in Board Shorts! Caroling by the Pool! It must be Christmas in July.  It is that time of year where I like to share Holiday Tips, Recipes, Did You Know?’s, and more – all centered around Disney Destinations.  Follow along through the month of July for my daily posts.

July is a great time to start looking into your holiday travel plans as well.  I can never decide which is my favorite kind of trip to help plan – One where the family is at a Disney Destination for the holidays and we plan all through the fall or when I help a guest plan a trip to gift to their loved ones on Christmas morning.   Both are exciting and so much fun. 

Last Christmas in July, I did the 12 days of Christmas with several different tips on how to “wrap” a trip to a Disney Destination and gift it on Christmas morning. I had a lot of fun with these with some of our guests and would love to assist you if it is something you would be interested in.

Along with my daily post, I will be doing a giveaway at the end of the month.  If you book a qualifying trip** between 7/1/21 & 7/31/21 with me to any Disney Destination*, you will be entered to win a $50 Disney Gift Card!

Not planning on traveling any time soon? I will also be doing a referral gift card!  If you refer a guest who books a qualifying reservation, you will be entered into a drawing for an amazon gift card.

My planning services are always free of charge and will save you time, stress, and even money! Not familiar with Disney – I can assist you with it all from start to finish, dining, itineraries, and everything in between.  You’re a Disney pro who could plan and navigate in their sleep?  Reserve through me and plan the whole thing on your own.  Just have me here to wait on long phone holds, apply discounts when they become available, have my knowledge & passion at your disposal, and get you accurate ever-changing information & updates often before they hit the public.

Contact me today!

*Qualifying destinations are not just limited to Disney Destinations.  Universal vacation packages, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Virgin Cruise Lines, & Sandals also qualify and gift card will be for destination reserved.

**All Disney Cruise Line, Aulani – A Disney Resort & Spa, Adventures by Disney, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Virgin Cruise Lines & Sandals packages qualify for entry in drawing.  Disneyland, Walt Disney World, & Universal packages must be 3 night resort stay/3 days of tickets to qualify.

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Disneyland

Reopening Policies & Procedures

Disneyland is finally reopening and we couldn’t be more excited! Here is all you need to know about Disneyland and it’s phased opening.

Now Open

Downtown Disney District

Opens April 29

Disneyland Grand Californian Hotel & Spa – This will open to guests far and wide. You do not need to be a California resident to enjoy the resort or Downtown Disney District! (Villas will open May 2)

Opens April 30

Disneyland Park & Disney California Adventure Park*

*Park reservations will be required and at this time, only residents of California will be eligible for entry.

There are going to be so many protocols put into place for yours and the Cast Members safety. Some of these will change through time and others can be difficult at times to navigate which is why I HIGHLY suggest using a Travel Specialist to help plan with your trip. My services are free and will save you so much time & stress so if you are planning on visiting, let me help!

Disneyland Today

To start, Disneyland reservations and park access will look different than it ever has. Here is what you can expect when they first reopen:

Park Tickets

Tickets that were purchased prior to the closure have been adjusted. Guests should review the Know Before You Go listed on the Disneyland website prior to visiting. If you hold a 1-day ticket, you can check HERE to see when they are valid for.

You will need a Park Reservation and a ticket for that park on that day to enter. You can check the park availability calendar HERE. Reservations can be made on a rolling basis 60 days in advance of the day you want to attend.

Park Hopper Tickets

Park Hopping will be available! During your park reservation process, you will select which park you want to attend first during that specific day. At 1pm on that day, you can then utilize your park hopping ticket and hop to the next park. Guests will not be able to join the Rise Against the Resistance queue unless they are in Disneyland to start the day. Hopping from California Adventure to Disneyland will not permit you to join the Queue.

Disney Fastpass

Disney Fastpass service will not be operational when the park initially opens. Disney will use the additional queue space to allow for proper social distancing. Disney Maxpass will also be unavailable to start.

Park Feature Availability

Upon reopening, guests may visit all of their favorite attractions however character interactions will be different and limited and nighttime shows & parades will not be operational. Instead of one-on-one character greetings, guests can enjoy seeing their Disney Favorites from a distance as they cruise by in Character Cavalcades!

Disney Tech

Guests must have a Disney Account in order to make park reservations.

The Disneyland App will be invaluable to use for mobile ordering, maps & GPS, theme park hours & other important times, Dining Reservations, Mobile Check-in for reservations, joining wait times for restaurants, and more!

Enhanced Safety Precautions

  • Reduced capacity permitted entry
  • Face masks required (all guests 2 and up)
  • Social Distancing required
  • Temperature screenings

Important Reminders & Tips

  • Guests 3 and up must have a park ticket and reservation for entry
  • One guest can book all park reservations for their party but a “party” cannot exceed 10 guests or guests from more than 3 households
  • Guests will need a park reservation for EACH day they want to enter a park
  • The Disneyland App will be a must-have for your trip

For Further information and updates, please check back often!

For assistance with reserving your Disneyland Vacation, contact me today!

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Disneyland Is Set To Reopen!

We are finally returning to the Magic on the west coast after a year long closure. On April 30th, Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure will welcome guests at a limited capacity.

Just like at Walt Disney World, guest & cast members safety will be the top priority. The hotels at the Disneyland Resort will be opening in phases to help limit capacity.

  • Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa – April 29
  • Disney Vacation Club Villas at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa – May 2
  • Disney’s Paradise Pier Hotel and the Disneyland Hotel will reopen at a later date

If you are interested in traveling to Disneyland this year, let me know! In this time with all the uncertainty, it is great to have a travel planner on your side because we know the most up to date information and details. Contact me today for complimentary & stress-free planning.

See ya real soon!