Amy Kirby | Wishes & Dreams Travel

Viva la Mexico!

Viva la Mexico!

The Haven Swim-Out Suites Wishes & Dreams Travel was fortunate enough to travel to Cancun, Mexico recently. We toured several resorts to get a hands-on feel for our clients. It was fantastic to actually get to see these resorts that we want to recommend for our clients! We stayed at the Catalonia Playa Maroma resort during our stay. This is a nice budget-friendly resort with a beautiful beach! We had one day to just relax and enjoy the resort, and we took full advantage! The highlight of that day was enjoying the hydrotherapy at the spa. We were able to [...]

By Amy Kirby|2022-03-17T12:58:44-05:00March 17th, 2022|All-inclusive Vacations, Cancun, Luxury vacation, Mexico|

Disney’s New Genie Service in Walt Disney World

Disney’s New Genie Service in Walt Disney World

Genie is the new way to avoid standing in long lines at Walt Disney World. This is a new system that will began on October19, 2021. There are 3 tiers to the Genie system. The first tier, Genie, is complimentary with your park tickets. This is a new addition to the My Disney Experience app. The Genie will help you with things like: Real-time tip board Forecasted wait times Mobile ordering Restaurant wait lists, check-in, and reservations Attraction virtual queues and more! The second tier is Genie+. This will be an additional cost of $15 per person per day. [...]

By Amy Kirby|2021-10-14T00:47:10-05:00October 14th, 2021|Disney Vacations, Disney's Genie Service, family vacations, vacation planning, Walt Disney World|

You Need a Travel Consultant Now More than Ever!

You Need a Travel Consultant Now More than Ever!

I know that people sometimes think that they can book all their vacations themselves using the internet. When I meet new people and tell them what I do, I have been asked more than once “travel agents still exist?” The answer is of course YES! And it’s honestly more important than ever to use a travel professional to help you with your vacation planning. Although there may be instances where you can book a trip yourself, if you’re planning to travel somewhere new, or even somewhere you haven’t been before, it’s best to leave the details to the experts. [...]

By Amy Kirby|2021-09-04T11:46:33-05:00September 4th, 2021|All-inclusive Vacations, Caribbean vacations, COVID-19, Disney Vacations, family vacations, Luxury vacation, Travel Consultant, vacation planning|

12 Exciting Things to Do in Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico

12 Exciting Things to Do in Yucatan Peninsula, Mexico

Nothing beats sitting on white sandy beaches that meet perfectly clear blue green waters with gently rolling waves crashing against the shore. That’s one of the many reasons people from all over the globe head to Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula every year. Aside from enjoying the stunning beaches, there are other places you can’t miss out on while you’re there visiting. Continue reading below to learn about 12 of The Yucatan Peninsula’s most exciting places to experience. For thousands of years, Chichen Itza has been known as one of the great cities of Central America. Here, you can view some [...]

By Amy Kirby|2021-08-25T04:05:09-05:00August 25th, 2021|All-inclusive Vacations, family vacations, Mexico, Travel Consultant, Yucatan Peninsula|

Sandals Grande Antigua

Sandals Grande Antigua

Sandals Grande Antigua is a fabulous resort to visit to celebrate a special event with the one you love. My husband and I celebrated our 30th anniversary at this beautiful location. This resort is consistently rated as “the world’s most romantic resort”, and I can see why! This resort gives you the sensation of a quaint Caribbean Beachfront Grove with lush, tropical gardens highlighted by Mediterranean inspired elements nestled against a powdery white-sand beach. There are two villages in Sandals Grande Antigua, the Caribbean and Mediterranean villages. The Caribbean village gives a little more of that traditional Caribbean feel, [...]

By Amy Kirby|2021-08-21T14:13:20-05:00August 21st, 2021|All-inclusive Vacations, Antigua, Caribbean vacations, Luxury vacation, Sandals, scuba diving|

Top 7 Reasons Why You’re Not Wasting Travel on Young Kids

Top 7 Reasons Why You’re Not Wasting Travel on Young Kids

We have been traveling with our kids since they were very young. In fact, on our first visit to Walt Disney World, our twins were only 10 months old! We continue to travel with them today now that they are grown, but I have some wonderful memories of those early trips. Don’t be afraid of taking your young kids on vacation. They might not remember it, but you sure will! While some may believe that traveling with kids is a waste of time because they won't remember any of it, that's not always the case. Many don't realize that traveling [...]

By Amy Kirby|2021-07-09T16:47:37-05:00July 9th, 2021|family vacations, vacation planning|

New Sandals and Beaches Resorts Coming Soon!

New Sandals and Beaches Resorts Coming Soon!

There has been some exciting news recently in the world of all-inclusive resorts! Sandals has recently announced four new resorts that will be available soon. There are three new resorts in Jamaica and one new resort in Curacao. If you have enjoyed a Sandals or Beaches resort before, I know you will want to visit one of these new options! First, Sandals is expanding to their ninth Caribbean island, the island of Curacao! This island is famous for its culture, beaches, and amazing scuba diving sites! And soon you will be able to experience this island with all the [...]

By Amy Kirby|2021-06-25T22:22:52-05:00June 25th, 2021|All-inclusive Vacations, Beaches Resort, Caribbean vacations, Jamaica, Luxury vacation, Sandals|

The Majestic Mirage Punta Cana

The Majestic Mirage Punta Cana

Our family visited the Majestic Mirage all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic recently. We loved this resort and the staff, so I wanted to share our experiences with you. The Majestic resorts are actually three resorts side-by-side in Punta Cana. There is the Colonial, the Elegance and the Mirage. During our visit, the Colonial resort was not yet opened because of COVID, and the Elegance only opened the day after we arrived. We stayed in the Mirage. These three resorts do not have exchange privileges, which is a bit uncommon among all-inclusive resorts. But each resort has the [...]

By Amy Kirby|2021-07-14T12:52:39-05:00June 19th, 2021|All-inclusive Vacations, Dominican Republic, Luxury vacation, vacation planning|

How Young is Too Young for Disney?

How Young is Too Young for Disney?

I often hear the following statement from my clients. “I want to wait until my child is old enough to remember this trip.” And then they may ask how young is too young for a Walt Disney World or Disneyland vacation. I have to say that I have two different thoughts on this topic. Let’s explore each scenario so that you can find the best time to plan your next visit! First, there are a few situations where it might be best to wait to plan your first visit. If this is probably going to be your one and [...]

By Amy Kirby|2021-06-24T13:49:59-05:00June 12th, 2021|Disney Vacations, Disneyland, family vacations, vacation planning, Vacations in the USA, Walt Disney World|

A Travel Guide To The Hawaiian Islands

A Travel Guide To The Hawaiian Islands

Hawaii is a tropical paradise and a favorite destination for families, retirees, and honeymooners alike who want to experience the Spirit of Aloha! The Hawaiian Islands has it all. From its beautiful sandy beaches, waterfall hikes, and delicious local cuisine, it is a great destination from the mainland US. However, it can be overwhelming for a first-time traveler to plan their Hawaiian dream vacation. Some basic tips can be helpful when trying to plan your holiday. The first step is to determine if you want to travel to one island or go island hopping. Both are incredible experiences. However, plan [...]

By Amy Kirby|2021-05-21T09:17:17-05:00May 19th, 2021|family vacations, Hawaiian vacations|

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