Travel with Melanie O'Neill

10/23/2026

So many people I know immediately jump into the parks and rides when asking me questions. The rides are NOT where you should start.

Truthfully? I get it...but park strategy and ride planning is a small piece of the entire picture that comes later in planning AFTER dining plans are set, park hours are released, and Lightning Lane prices are available.

Here's where you should start 👇

-Budget: What are you comfortable spending, and where do you want to splurge or save?

-Dates: When you go can affect crowds, prices, and the overall experience.

-Your family's needs: Ages, interests, priorities, and how your family actually travels matter more than you might think.

- Find a Disney-specialized travel advisor to help you put the pieces together, guide you through each step, and support you from booking to your trip and beyond. You don't have to figure it all out alone!

Save this for your 2027 Disney planning!

10/22/2026

Story time. For our honeymoon, I booked our own cruise without knowing any better. I found the cheapest option that fit around our wedding. Perfect, right?

Wrong. Apparently I booked us an older ship that was getting refurbished the following month. Pools were closed. Everything was dated. Staffing was minimal.

We enjoyed our time off the ship...but onboard was not what we expected for our honeymoon.

Now, I know what questions to ask and how to research the best fit cruise. Learn from my mistakes and ask me for help when it's time to book your next cruise ❤️

10/21/2026

Whoever said money can't buy happiness clearly hasn't priced out a family vacation.

10/19/2026

Imagine having something amazing on the calendar to look forward to next year.

Maybe it's finally taking the kids to Disney. Maybe it's a cruise where someone else handles dinner and entertainment. Maybe it's a beach where your biggest decision is pool or ocean.

Whatever your dream trip looks like, you don't have to figure out every detail today. But you can start turning that idea into a plan.

I help families find vacations that fit their priorities, travel style, and budget, so they can spend less time overwhelmed by options and more time getting excited.

Where are you dreaming of going in 2027?

10/19/2026

Sharing this again!!! I'd love your help sharing my page so I can get my birthday wish next week 🎂

My birthday is nearly TWO WEEKS away, and I have a little birthday wish for my business.

I'm hoping to grow to 300 followers, and I'd love your help getting there!

If you've enjoyed my Disney tips, cruise content, Universal advice, or my mom-life approach to family travel, would you help me spread the word?

Share my page with a friend who loves to travel, invite someone to follow along, or pass my digital business card to someone dreaming of their next getaway.

And if you know someone who could use a travel advisor, referrals would honestly be the BEST birthday gift!

You don't have to book a trip to support my small business. Every follow, share, and recommendation helps more than you know.

Help me make my birthday wish come true! If you share this post, comment SHARED below so I can thank you. And if you're new here, say hello! Let's see if we can hit 300 before my birthday.

10/17/2026

The truth? Some advisors charge planning fees, and some don't. Both are completely valid! But either way, I truly believe in the value of having someone in your corner.

You're investing in a vacation. You deserve to feel confident that your time, money, and memories are in good hands.

And no, we don't just click "book" and disappear.

Here's what working with me can look like:
• Helping you choose the right destination, resort, or cruise for YOUR family and budget.
• Comparing options and explaining the differences so you can make informed decisions.
• Creating personalized itineraries and planning guides.
• Helping you navigate the details and answering questions along the way.
• Sharing tips and recommendations to help you make the most of your trip.
• Being there when questions or unexpected hiccups come up.
• Monitoring eligible price drops and promotions after booking.

And that last one? One of my FAVORITE parts of the job.

Getting to send a client the text, "GOOD NEWS! I just saved you money on your vacation!" never gets old.

Because my job doesn't end when you pay your deposit. That's when the real planning and support continue.

So whether your advisor charges a fee or is compensated through supplier commissions, don't just look at the cost. Look at the value of having someone advocating for you before, during, and after your trip.

Have you used a travel advisor before? Why or why not? Tell me below!

10/14/2026

The Grinch. The Christmas lights. The holiday magic of Hogwarts.

Universal Orlando goes all out for the holidays, and if a Grinchmas trip has been on your wish list, consider this your reminder to stop dreaming about it and start planning!

The holidays will be here before we know it, and the best time to start planning is before you’re scrambling for the options you actually want.

Would you visit Universal during the holidays? Tell me your favorite part of the season!

10/12/2026

Consider this your sign to stop saying you’ll plan that holiday trip later.