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Exploring Natural Beauty: Ricketts Glen State Park, Pennsylvania

Nestled in the heart of northeastern Pennsylvania, Ricketts Glen State Park stands as a testament to the breathtaking beauty of nature. Known for its stunning waterfalls, lush forests, and diverse wildlife, this park offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

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An Air of Elegance on the MSC Meraviglia

Imagine walking a crystal staircase on a luxurious cruise ship. That's precisely what you can experience on the MSC Meraviglia, sailing out of the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal. The ship's Swarovski staircase, a stunning piece of art, perfectly complements the glamorous design palette with the Italian-styled seating, making the 5,642-passenger ship truly elegant.

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We Got Towed- Travel Mishaps

Do you know how to manage a travel mishap? Often, my vlogs give the impression that my travels are carefree and always enjoyable. That isn't the case, and on our last Disney Cruise, we ran into a travel mishap. Please read further about what happened and my tips for handling travel mishaps.

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2024 Top Airlines to Consider Flying With

How you arrive at your favorite airline may depend on several factors, including price, amenities, safety, or rewards bonuses. For domestic airlines, there are so many to choose from, and in many cases, making comparisons is difficult because of the vast options. Today, I highlight the best domestic airlines to start 2024. These are the best rated by WalletHub, which ranks airlines from budget-friendly to pet friendly.

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Meeting Characters & Mixing Drinks on the Disney Dream

For many kids and adults, meeting their favorite Disney character is the highlight of their Disney experience. Any adult can tell you the fun that can be had when adult beverages are involved. These two activities didn't mix on our cruise on the Disney Dream this past November, but let me tell you about all the fun we had meeting characters and participating in one of the ship's mixology classes!

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Our Type of Day Disney Dream Style

It is easier than you think to set sail close to home. We're located in the Northeast, and Dream Vacations can help you set sail just a stone's throw away from home. You may wonder how you might spend your days among the excitement, relations, and exploration. Join us on our third day aboard the Disney Dream!

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Activities Aboard the Disney Dream

Vacations and holidays are a great way to get away from the outside world and focus on each relationship you have within your family. I spent time with my sister on my recent Disney Dream cruise, enjoying various Disney activities aboard the ship.

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Disney Dream Day One Fun

The Disney Dream Cruise ship is an excellent ship for a family cruise. There is a good reason as to why Disney Cruise Line is top in family vacations. The ship is full of activities, and the fun starts on day one when you embark.

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Disney Dream Staterooms

Do you have a child that refuses a shower and prefers a bath? I do, and my youngest was most grateful for the design details Disney adds to its staterooms. With the small tub in the stateroom bathroom, he bathed as pleased during our recent vacation aboard the Disney Dream. Today's blog highlights the accommodating space with a Disney stateroom on the Dream.

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Manhattan Disney Cruise Port Embarkment Day

Disney Cruises can be an incredible adventure for individuals, couples, and families. Join us over the following few blogs as we unpack our journey on the Disney Dream from New York to Bermuda, Tortola, and Puerto Rico.

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Ship Dock...Oh Wait Documentation

Nothing is more exciting than packing for a trip, but before I get to the ship dock, I want to be sure I have all the essential documentation for my cruise adventure. Today, I'm reviewing cruise documentation passengers should bring for a successful, stress-free sail away. Like most types of travel, you'll want to be prepared with everything you'll need in advance. Here's my list of tips for cruise documentation:

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Taking Teens on a Disney Cruise

Unsurprisingly, I'm a kid at heart and love Disney Cruises! I am very excited about our next Disney Cruise, which is less than 45 days away. My children are aged 12, 14, and 16 years old. With their varying interests, I wonder what excitement they will find on their second sailing on the Disney Dream. Teen parents know teens can be independent, emotional, risk-taking, and occasionally bored. There are many beautiful reasons to travel with teens, but they voice their opinions about everything. In this blog, I am putting myself in the mindset of my teens to think of suggestions to point my teens toward during our adventure.

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Ship Tour: Oasis of the Seas

One of the perks of being a travel advisor is the opportunity to experience vacation destinations and ship tours. I'm excited to announce I had my first ship tour on one of the world's largest cruise ships, Oasis of the Seas! Five Oasis-class ships (Oasis, Allure, Harmony, Symphony, and Wonder of the Seas) are the largest cruise vessels. The tour was like nothing I had ever experienced before. Read on for more on the Oasis of the Seas by Royal Caribbean.

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Independence Day Vacation in Wildwood NJ

The Jersey Shore is one of the most popular destinations to enjoy on the East Coast. Wildwood, NJ, is an easy day trip or long weekend from most major East Coast cities as it is three hours or less from places like New York City and Philadelphia. Whether you live nearby, The Wildwoods are becoming one of my favorite destinations down the shore, especially for their Independence Day celebration. Here's my take on this famous beach town.

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Travel During Hurricane Season

The 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season (June-November) is starting to be more active than in previous years, with two dynamic weather events already formed in the sea and moved on. This week's weather is full of weather watches and warnings for wind, rain, and tornadoes. Do you know how to manage your travel during the stormy season?

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Discovering Disney Cruises

Our next big trip is a Disney Cruise to Bermuda, Tortola, and San Juan on a repositioning cruise. Less than a month before the final payment, my excitement is growing for my(current) favorite way to experience the mouse and all the Disney magic. My family will sail aboard the beautiful Disney Dream from NYC in November. For today's blog post, I want to discuss why I love cruising and, in particular, why I love sailing with sailors Mickey and Minnie!

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Travel Tips for Law Enforcement and Emergency Responders

It is National Police Week, and in recognizing the critical role law enforcement and emergency responders play in our lives, I decided to focus today's content on tips for planning vacations for law enforcement families and emergency responders. Have you ever relied on the law enforcement or emergency responders community?

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We Did It, We Did It!

We did it; we did it (in my Dora Explorer voice)! Do you even know who Dora is? I'm dating myself, but it was a children's cartoon in the early 2000s, where Dora and friends would sing their praises of accomplishments at the end of every adventure. Well, I am singing today! Keep reading on all we accomplished this week as new franchise owners.

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