Mom Approved Travel - Christy Slavik, CTA, VTA

Mom Approved Travel - Christy Slavik, CTA, VTA Agency Owner. Travel Advisor. Family Travel Specialist
Disney, Universal, Cruise, All Inclusive, Ski Welcome! A: This is one my most frequent FAQ’s!

I’m Christy Slavik, the owner of Mom Approved Travel, a boutique Travel Agency specializing in Family Travel. I’d love to tell you my story and a little about me:

I started Mom Approved Travel many years ago with a vision of doing things a little differently, focusing on making sure Moms get a vacation too, so my approach and processes for my clients are a little different! My planning processes

are crafted to protect the precious time and hard-earned travel dollars of overwhelmed Moms (and Dads). I talk Mom focused, but sometimes it’s the dad or Grandma that feels this pressure. Don’t worry, no matter what your role is, I have your back! I can’t tell you how many times talking with a Mom of a teenager hear: “I wanted to take the kids to Disney when they were little, but I didn’t know where to stay, or when to go, and it was too much, so we didn’t go, but I want to take them before they grow up!” This breaks my heart each and every time! Booking a Disney trip, a Universal Orlando trip, a cruise or All Inclusive destination can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. You do not get a gold star for planning your vacation alone! As your Professional Travel Advisor, I guide you through each step of the planning process so you can focus on your family and the fun! FAQ:
Q: I’ve never worked with a Travel Advisor or Travel Agent before, how does this work? I am a full-time professional, credentialed Travel Advisor. I will book your vacation and guide you through the whole process. In the case of Disney, if you like to do some of the planning yourself- that is totally fine! (I have several Disney pro clients that do this) I can act as a wingman to be there when you need me. If you are a first time vacationer, I can give you an entire trip and itinerary, and will guide you every step of the way! My services are complimentary when most vacation packages are booked through the agency (and consultation solutions for those that are not). You do not get a discount for NOT using a Travel Advisor, so you are paying for the services if you use one or not. Q: Are you an Earmarked Travel Agency, or a certified Disney Travel Agent? A: Although the phrase is misused, there is actually no such thing as a “Disney Travel Agent” or a “certified Disney Travel Agent” BUT Earmarked Travel agencies are absolutely a thing. Mom Approved Travel is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner agency. We were given this designation by Disney as a result of our agency’s ongoing focus and commitment to planning customized, magical trips to the Disney Parks, Disney Cruise Line and other Disney vacation destinations worldwide. Mom Approved Travel Advisors have extensive knowledge of the Walt Disney World® Resort, Disneyland® Resort, Disney Cruise Line®, Adventures By Disney™, Aulani – a Disney Resort and Spa in Ko Olina, Hawai’i. Our professional expertise on the theme parks, resorts, dining, recreational activities, and other amenities – will allow us to customize a Disney vacation that is perfectly crafted for you and your family! Q: When is the BEST time to go on a Disney trip? A: This answer looks different for each family, which is why it is important to chat for a few minutes about what is best for YOUR family. I have visited Walt Disney World Resort and Disneyland Resort numerous times and attended many special events including Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Epcot® International Food and Wine Festival, Epcot International Festival of the Holidays - Candlelight Processional, runDisney marathon weekends, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and experienced Disney’s VIP tours. I have been an Annual Passholder for many years and stayed at nearly every Walt Disney World resort so I can guide you one what will suit your people the best. Q: Do you charge fees? A: I do not charge fees for most room + ticket, cruise or vacation packages booked through the agency. However, I do have options available if you have booked your vacation on your own, and find yourself overwhelmed or would like assistance with a component of your hotel (like Disney tickets, or room only reservations for Disney Annual Passholders). Q: Do you only book Disney trips or Universal trips? A: I specialize in family travel, and absolutely assist hundreds of families with cruises, all inclusives, ski trips, guided bucket list trips in addition to theme park focused travel. I’m not supposed to have a favorite, but I do- Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and Disneyland are my favorite “children” but I absolutely love guiding my clients to check off great trips off of their wishlists like:
-a National Geographic Expedition in Costa Rica
-a Canadian Rockies escape through Adventures by Disney
-an Alaskan Cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line
-a family ski vacation to Steamboat Springs
-a scuba focused Mom & Dad escape at Beaches Turks & Caicos
-a Hawaiian honeymoon to Oahu
-a family vacation somewhere warm and sunny like Playa Mujeres
-experiencing a back to back sailing on Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, the Disney Wish
-a family renewal at the Four Seasons in Grand Cayman
-an anniversary celebrated in the Bahamas at a Sandals resort
and more! Q: Okay, I need you! How do I work with you? A: The BEST way is to submit a quote request or send me an email and we can set up a quick 10 minute call to go over what matters to you and YOUR people, and we will go from there!

08/10/2026

This is one of my favorite parts of what I do and how I teach my incredible Advisors to plan - helping families think beyond the reservation and plan trips that parents get to enjoy, too.

This can be a HUGE fear for parents, and it was great to share with the Associated Press about it to hopefully alleviate a little worry for parents! 🥰

Did you know Texans make up the highest % of visitors to Alaska during the summer cruise season? Alaska knows it too, an...
08/06/2026

Did you know Texans make up the highest % of visitors to Alaska during the summer cruise season? Alaska knows it too, and was nice enough to make us these cute little shirts to celebrate 🤣

And they are EVERYWHERE in different colors and designs.
Sometimes they say "Isn't Texas cute" with a similar picture 😆
(my favorite)

When an Alaskan asks you where you are from,
and you respond "Texas" they will all immediately say:
"you know Alaska is 2 and a half times the size of Texas?"

JUST as fast as a Texan will respond to ANYONE singing:
"🎶The Stars at Night are Big and Bright...🎶"
with a clap👏-clap👏-clap👏
IYKYK... 🤣

It's all in good fun, but it is true.
Alaska IS much bigger at 665,384 square miles compared to the Lone Star State's 268, 596 square miles.

Texans love Alaska, and Alaskans for good reason.
Want to hear more about why? Let's chat!

Hey Texas friends... I know it's 100 degrees AGAIN, but guess where it ISN'T 100 degrees right now? A.L.A.S.K.A.
08/06/2026

Hey Texas friends... I know it's 100 degrees AGAIN, but guess where it ISN'T 100 degrees right now? A.L.A.S.K.A.

One of the reasons I love recommending a Princess Alaska cruisetour is that Alaska does not stop when the cruise ends.On...
08/01/2026

One of the reasons I love recommending a Princess Alaska cruisetour is that Alaska does not stop when the cruise ends.

One of my favorite stops along the way is at the Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge with its classic Alaska feel, with mountain views, landscaped grounds, comfortable rooms and plenty of space to slow down after a day of exploring.

You are also close to shops, dining and activities, while still feeling surrounded by Alaska scenery, and are less than a mile from the park's entrance.

This is where thoughtful cruisetour planning becomes important. The lodge, rail schedule, Denali experience and number of nights all affect how the trip flows.

I help my clients choose the itinerary that gives them enough time to actually ✨experience Alaska✨ rather than rushing from one stop to the next.

A cruise shows you Alaska’s beautiful coastline.
A well-planned cruisetour lets you experience so much more of the majesty that Alaska offers.

When people picture Alaska, they usually think of glaciers, mountains and wildlife.They do not always expect flowers thi...
08/01/2026

When people picture Alaska, they usually think of glaciers, mountains and wildlife.

They do not always expect flowers this enormous.

Alaska’s summer growing season is short, but the days are incredibly long. In parts of the state, plants receive hours and hours of extra daylight, which can lead to rapid growth and some seriously impressive flowers and produce.

This dahlia was nearly the size of my head.

It is one of those small details that makes visiting Alaska in summer so interesting. You are not only seeing dramatic scenery, you are experiencing a place where the season seems to make up for lost time.

And depending on your itinerary, gardens, farms and experiencing the magic of local produce can be part of the experience too!

Alaska has a way of surprising people in more ways than one!

I want to share a little of Alaska with you today. This is the Nenana River canyon at Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, ...
07/23/2026

I want to share a little of Alaska with you today.
This is the Nenana River canyon at Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge, one of the Lodges included on Princess Alaska Cruisetours.

What is a Princess Alaska cruisetour?
Think of it as a "land and sea" vacation that combines an Alaska cruise with additional time on land that gives you the opportunity to really experience places like Denali National Park instead of seeing Alaska shorelines from the ship.

Denali Princess Wilderness Lodge is absolutely incredible and only a mile outside of Denali National Park.

The third picture is the view from my room, and when the window is open - the sound of the water passing through the canyon is so incredibly calming.

The views, the wildlife, the excursions, the proximity to Denali, the food absolutely everything about this lodge makes this corner of Alaska absolutely heavenly.

A lot of folks have Alaska on their bucket list.
There are a lot of folks with Denali on their bucket list.
A Princess Cruisetour SHOULD be on your list.
My number should be on your to-do list.

But ✨please✨ don't kick your bucket list down the road too far.

One of the best ways to start checking off your list is to JUST start doing it.
A quick chat is all it takes.
Remember, Cruisetours have a better value when booked sooner than later!

Know that my firsthand knowledge, combined with my Princess Alaska Expert Travel Advisor certification, and over a decade of experience helps me do more than simply choose a cruise itinerary from a list.

I absolutely love helping families compare the different Princess Alaska cruisetours, determine how much time they should spend on land, choose the right travel direction and understand which itinerary best fits their pace and priorities.

For many families, the best Alaska cruise vacation is not cruise-only.
The cruise lets your family see Alaska from the water.
The cruisetour gives your family precious time to really explore it.

Sometimes being an Alaska travel advisor specialist means working with this view, sometimes it means working from my desk. But work feels less "work-ish" when you get to prepare a family to experience THIS.

It’s going to be 104 today… if you need me during peak heat of the day, I’ll be reminiscing about Alaska! Alaska is one ...
07/22/2026

It’s going to be 104 today… if you need me during peak heat of the day, I’ll be reminiscing about Alaska!

Alaska is one of those places many people think they will go once and check off your list, but it’s not… it will call to you!

There is so much to see and experience, you can’t stuff it into one experience.

If Alaska is on your list, let’s talk about 2027 or 2028. Cruise or Cruise + land. They are both heavenly 🩷

We work with a variety of partners for Alaska from Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegian, Disney Cruise, Holland America, Virgin Voyages to expedition sailings and land adventures with options like National Geographic Expeditions.

There are so many ways to experience the beauty and allure of Alaska, and we’d love to help you find the best way for your family 🩷

As Friday winds down and you start thinking about your plans for the evening, consider this:you can have a glass of wine...
07/17/2026

As Friday winds down and you start thinking about your plans for the evening, consider this:

you can have a glass of wine at home…
✨or✨
you can have a glass of wine in Turks and Caicos 🥸

This week, I planned a few last minute family vacations to the Beaches Resort in Turks and Caicos for August and September.

So no, it’s not too late for 2026.
Or, we can work on your 2027 plans 🩷

As Friday winds down and you start thing about your plans for the evening, consider this:you can have a glass of wine at...
07/17/2026

As Friday winds down and you start thing about your plans for the evening, consider this:

you can have a glass of wine at home…
✨or✨
you can have a glass of wine in Turks and Caicos 🥸

This week, I planned a few last minute family vacations to the Beaches Resort in Turks and Caicos for August and September.

So no, it’s not too late for 2026.
Or, we can work on your 2027 plans 🩷

06/26/2026

POV of my 14 year old going through Universal Kids Resort’s Jurassic World Lookout Towers showing you how adults can play too (there is a second entrance) ➡️ her giggles and commentary tell the story better than I can!

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