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Join Creating Magic Vacations travel advisors Ryan Hedstrom and Julie Shaffer as we share travel tips, travel ideas, and travel experiences to help you become a Travel- Planning Superhero. Maximize enjoyment of your travel with the Must-DOs, avoid stress and misery with the Must-Do-NOTs, or dream along as Ryan, Julie, and their guests regale their travel stories. You’ll enjoy travel tips, ideas, and stories so that you can experience the magic of amazing travel destinations like Disney, Univ ...
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel! This week it's everything river cruising. We're going to join our April live episode that we do on Facebook every month. Julie and Ryan discuss river cruising in general and specifically his recent river cruise in Europe. On this episode, you'll hear all about this amazing way to vacation. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan'…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. Amsterdam is a fabulous European city with so much to see and do; and it's also a great jumping off point for other destinations. Ryan recently returned from the "Venice of the North" and we're so excited to share this trip with you. Listen in with travel advisors and destination experts, Ryan and Julie. He i…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. This week we're excited to share this really special trip, which is a Pacific Coast road trip. We are going to take you from Seattle all the way down to San Diego and all the stops in between. Listen in with travel advisors and destination experts, Ryan and Julie. He is your travel professor teaching you ever…
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Don't Make these Mistakes at an All-Inclusive Resort!
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. Traveling to an all inclusive resort can be really relaxing as a vacation. Today, we're going to talk about what not to do when planning your trip to make sure that you have the best all inclusive vacation ever. Listen in with travel advisors and destination experts Ryan and Julie. He's your travel professor,…
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When you plan your Walt Disney World vacation, you generally think of all the attractions and dining inside the theme park. As travel advisors, we always recommend at least one resort day, if you can fit it into your schedule. Today, we're going to talk about how you should spend your resort day as adults or with your family. Listen in with travel …
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. Why do we travel? What are motivations for finally taking that trip? We'll discuss that today and the answers may surprise you. Listen in with Travel Advisors and destination experts Ryan and Julie. He's your travel professor, teaching you everything you need to know about having a magical vacation. She's a …
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Common Travel Emergencies (and what to do)!
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. Travel emergencies are never what you envision when you've planned the perfect trip, but today we're going to tell you how to handle various situations that may pop up so you're prepared for whatever comes next. Listen in with travel advisors and destination experts Ryan and Julie. He is your travel professor…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel! This week we have our March 2024 live episode where Julie and Ryan share their favorite travel items for: Packing Plane Travel Theme Parks Cruises Resort Vacations ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/allinclusivevacationtoptips Grab Julie's…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. I recently sailed on the Disney Wish with my three little ones. Today we're going to give you all the tips and tricks to make your cruise a stress free family vacation. Listen in with travel advisors and destination experts Ryan and Julie. He is your travel professor teaching you everything you need to know t…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. You know we like to discuss family travel on this show. Well today we're talking about an amazing trip to Japan with our good friends Len and Dawn. What are the tips for immersing yourself in an international destination with a young family? Let's find out. Whether we're discussing incredible destinations, to…
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We often get great travel questions from our listeners and our Facebook group members. Today we discuss several that may impact your next airport visit. Listen in with travel advisors and destination experts Ryan and Julie. He's your travel professor, teaching you everything you need to know to have a magical vacation. And she's a Disney loving, Ma…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. It's our 200th episode! We look forward to continuing to share our travel expertise with you, our listeners. If you've listened to any of the last 200 episodes, thank you so much. This week we're going to share travel wisdom from some of our colleagues and look forward to what's coming next for All Things Tra…
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Welcome to all things travel. This week's episode joins our February live episode, where we talk about my preview cruise on Icon of the Seas. I'm sure you've heard about this cruise ship. It's the newest, it's the biggest of Royal Caribbean's fleet and it has something for everyone. Listen in with travel advisors and destination experts, Ryan and J…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. Universal Orlando Resort is always changing and adding exciting new theme park options for guests. Well, this year, and beyond, is no exception. Today, Julie and I are going to discuss everything exciting coming to the Universal theme parks. Listen in with travel advisors and destination experts, Ryan and Ju…
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What's New at Disney Destinations in 2024?
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. 2024 is going to be an exciting time to visit Walt Disney World and Disneyland. Today we're going to chat about changes and new experiences coming to the domestic parks this year. Listen in with travel advisors and destination experts Ryan and Julie. Ryan is your travel professor, teaching you everything you …
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Hello and welcome to all things travel. Soon Ryan and I will be traveling to Walt Disney World to attend our agency's annual conference, Agentpalooza. There's a lot we're looking forward to on this trip and we can't wait to share it with you. Listen in with travel advisors and destination experts, Julie and Ryan. He is your travel professor teachin…
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Hello, and welcome to all things travel. This week's episode is our January live episode. That just happened a few days ago. Julie. And I talk about travel resolutions that you should think about for 2024. New ways to travel and new thoughts about travel. Then we talk about different vacations for families at different stages of their lives. It's a…
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Don't Miss These Travel Wishlist Destinations!
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. We've been discussing travel destinations that should be on your travel bucket list and today we have a few final suggestions of places that maybe you haven't thought of about adding to that list. So get ready to travel the world and don't miss out on these places. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planni…
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Travel Wishlist: Galapagos & Antarctica Expedition Cruises
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. I hope you've been enjoying our recent episodes highlighting destinations on your travel wish list. This week we're going to introduce you to the Galapagos Islands and Antarctica. These destinations sound exotic in their own ways and maybe even a little overwhelming to think about when you're planning a trip.…
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Hello, and welcome to all things travel. This week's episode joins me and a friend Coleen as we share some travel stories in November's alive episode. We take you to Africa and Greece for some funny stories, some impactful stories and some tips on visiting these great destinations. Come on and join us on November's live. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free do…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. What's on your travel wish list? One destination that should definitely be there is an African Safari. Today, we'll discuss why this trip is perfect for all sorts of travelers. Get ready to see the Big Five and be amazed at the beauty of Africa. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate fami…
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When you think of getting away to turquoise waters, secluded beaches, and ultimate pampering, I mean really getting away, the Maldives come to mind. This travel wish list destination is popular to dream about. A mystery to most travelers. Today, we'll discuss the amazing Maldives. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family a…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel! This episode, we're going to chat about our only travel wishlist destination within the United States, the National Parks. Join us as we visit Arizona, Colorado, Montana, and more. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/allinclusivevacationtop…
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Italy is a destination that is on so many of my friends, clients, and even my own travel wishlist. We think about eating delicious pasta surrounded by the beautiful architecture. and rich history of towns like Rome, Florence, Venice, and more. Today we're going to chat about why Italy should be on your wish list and the best way to travel there. ~~…
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Gearing up for holiday shopping? Want to surprise your loved ones with a gift filled with memories and adventure? Today, Julie and I are discussing why travel should be at the top of your list this year. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/allinclusivevacationtoptips Grab Julie's…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. This December, Julie's going on her very first cruise. Woohoo! Yay, Julie! Even better, it's a Disney cruise. I've traveled on several cruise lines before, as you may have remembered from past episodes, so today we're gonna walk through planning with a few questions about how to get ready for your first time …
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. We all know that Walt Disney World is more than just theme parks. One of the best spots on Disney property is Disney Springs. You may remember Downtown Disney, and this is the updated version. This is a shopping, dining, and entertainment space. It's an open air mall with so much to offer. Today, Ryan and I …
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. This week's episode is our October live show where we discussed tips for holiday travel. How do you plan your trip to decrease the stress and overwhelm of the holiday season? We've got you covered! ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/allinc…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. Disney's Animal Kingdom Park in Walt Disney World is the newest of the four theme parks in Walt Disney World. Many people might think that the Animal Kingdom is more of an upgraded zoo, but it's really far from that. Today, we're going to talk about our must do experiences at Disney's Animal Kingdom from attr…
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Sandals All-Inclusive Resorts (With Wendi)
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. If you know anything about all inclusive resorts, you have definitely heard of Sandals. These adult resorts across the Caribbean offer couples amazing service and vacation memories. Today we're joined by good friend Wendi, who recently returned from Sandals, and will tell us all about these amazing resorts. ~…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. Disney's Hollywood Studios is quickly becoming a favorite park for many Walt Disney World guests. With newer additions like Toy Story Land and Star Wars Galaxy's Edge, and also some other new attractions, You may not even know where to begin. As your travel advisor, part of our job is to guide you with the be…
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Hello, and welcome to all things travel. This week's episode joins Julie and I talking about how to save money on vacation. And we're doing this live every month. We go live on Facebook to our Facebook group and do a topic that you want to hear about. And you've submitted questions too. So if you haven't joined our Facebook group, go to Facebook gr…
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Epcot and Walt Disney world is one of the most unique theme parks in the world. And it has just been through, well, still going through a big overhaul. As your travel advisor, part of our job is to guide you with the best tips, tricks, and must dos to maximize your time at Epcot. Today, we're going to talk about our must do experiences at Epcot, fr…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. We don't always think about being active on vacation. However, traveling to take part in your favorite sports or active endeavors is a popular reason to travel. Today, we'll talk about why you should plan to stay active on your next vacation. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family …
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. Magic Kingdom Park in Walt Disney World is the most visited theme park in the world. As your travel advisor, part of our job is to guide you with the best tips, tricks, and must dos to maximize your time and navigate the crowds at a park like Magic Kingdom. Today, we're going to talk all about the must do exp…
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Hello, and welcome to All Things Travel. It can be challenging to travel with kids. Regardless of their age, you have to pack all their things, find ways to meet all their needs in a new and maybe unfamiliar destination. Today, Ryan and I will chat about the easiest ways to travel with kids. So you can be ready for your next vacation. ~~~~~~~ Grab …
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Welcome to All Things Travel. Recently, my family experienced sailing with celebrity cruises. I was blown away by the ship, activities, and most definitely the staff. Today, we'll discuss why celebrity cruises should be on your vacation list. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/a…
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Packing for a trip can be exciting and help you prepare for upcoming travel. However, today we're going to talk about a few things that you can do when you return from your trip to make packing for your next trip even better. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/allinclusivevacati…
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Hello, and welcome to all things travel for many people and Alaskan cruise is on their dream travel list for good reason. The environment is breathtaking. The longer cruises allow you to relax and really enjoy your time. It is a part of the United States. That's like no other today. Julie and I are going to go live on Facebook and talk about all th…
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Hello and welcome to All Things Travel. Over the past few months, I've enjoyed sharing some of our greatest hits episodes, and also doing some solo shows. However, I have some really exciting news to share about All Things Travel. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/allinclusivev…
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Traveling with family can be interesting, fun, challenging, rewarding. And sometimes just a bit crazy. But there's some real benefit to traveling with not just your family, but also grandmas, grandpas, aunts, and uncles, and whoever you call family today, you'll join in on one of our Facebook lives, where Julia and I discuss tips for traveling with…
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Planning The Ultimate Family All-Inclusive Resort Vacation
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I'm sure you've seen advertisements for all-inclusive resorts and wondered if it would be right for you and your family. The misconception is an all-inclusive resort vacation is only for adults, a drunken party, low in service level, and only offers a pool or beach...SO NOT TRUE! All-Inclusive resorts make GREAT family vacations. Mexico, Jamaica, a…
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This past week, I had the opportunity to go to Walt Disney world. And I've got some fun things to share with you about my recent trip. And everything you need to know for visiting Walt Disney world right now ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/allinclusivevacationtoptips Grab Jul…
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Considering Price vs Value When Planning A Vacation (LIVE!)
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When planning a vacation, have you ever thought about how much it costs versus how much you want to get out of it? When you're thinking of the cost versus the value of a vacation, it becomes a really interesting balancing act. You'll join us on my second Facebook live my friend, Julie, and I talk about comparing the price and value when it comes to…
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Solo All-Inclusive Resort Trip and Grand at Moon Palace Review
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Travel can be an exciting adventure, but does an all-inclusive resort make the best solo trip? Today I'm going to talk about a recent trip that I took without my family to a fantastic resort in Cancun. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/allinclusivevacationtoptips Grab Julie's f…
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Understanding the True Cost of A Vacation (LIVE!)
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Budgeting for a vacation can be challenging. There's the cost of the final itinerary, and then there's all the extras that aren't always accounted for. So today I'll talk about how to truly understand the cost of that next vacation. ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/allinclusiv…
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All Things Travel: Past, Present, and FUTURE!
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Ryan and Shayne discuss what happened during their break and reveal the future of All Things Travel! ~~~~~~~ Grab Ryan's free download for planning the ultimate family all-inclusive vacation: https://bit.ly/allinclusivevacationtoptips Grab Julie's free download for a baby and toddler vacation packing list: https://bit.ly/babytoddlerpackinglist Read…
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Tips From the Road! Enjoying a Summer Family Road Trip
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Top Tips for Visiting New York City (Rebroadcast)
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Have you ever seen any of the hundreds of movies or shows filmed in Big Apple and thought, I’d like to go there. Today we discuss the destination that Alexander Hamilton called, “the greatest city in the world.” Top Tips for Visiting New York City Considerations for visiting New York City Highlights of an NYC trip Eating and Drinking in New York Ci…
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When you think of a Hawaiian vacation, beaches, pools, and tropical drinks might fill your mind. However, there is a whole other side to the Hawaiian islands. Today we’re discussing volcanoes, rugged landscapes, and black sand beaches of the big island of Hawaii. Visiting the Big Island of Hawaii Overview of your vacations to the Hawaiian Islands O…
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