Ashley at Playcation Travel

Ashley at Playcation Travel Canadian Disney Travel Advisor with Playcation Travel. TICO: 5003545 TICO Registration 50026431

Head Office: 46 Sports Field Cres.

I love to help people plan their magical vacations to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Disney Cruise Lines or other cruises! London, ON N6K 4K1
Head Office Phone: 226-780-5644

08/30/2026

I totally get it — we're living in the age of Google and DIY travel. So why would you use a travel agent? 🤔

Here’s why: booking on your own doesn't save you a dime.
In fact, Universal and Disney already build the cost of a travel agent into their package prices—whether you use one or not! So when you book directly, you’re paying for a service you’re not even getting!

When you book with me, a specialized agent, you get:
✨ Zero extra fees — My services don't cost you anything extra!
✨ Automatic price monitoring — If a promotion drops after you book, I apply it to save you money.
✨ Custom itinerary strategy — From the right way to use the Dining Plan to Express Pass timing and Lightning Lane Booking, I work with you to build the right plan for you and your family.
✨ Zero time on hold for you — When something needs to be fixed or changed, I sit on hold so you don't have to.

You get the same exact price (or better), zero extra stress, and a park expert in your corner the whole way through.

Drop a 🏰 or 🪄 in the comments if you’re ready to take the stress out of your next Disney or Universal trip!

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08/28/2026

One of the biggest mistakes I see people make is booking their trip around school calendars without checking the crowd patterns first! 🗓️✨

​Picking the right week can literally save you HOURS in line and hundreds on tickets/hotels. This can mean something as simple as taking your kids out of school for just a couple of days, to avoid insanity at the theme parks. If you have any flexibility in your schedule, you want to target less crowded months like September, late January, or early May. It could completely change your park experience.

​Not sure which week is best for your family? I track crowd forecasts and promo drops year-round so you don't have to!

👇 Tell me your target month in the comments or DM me "CALENDAR" and I'll send you the best weeks to visit for lowest crowds & prices!

08/26/2026

This is the news that so many of you have been asking me about and waiting for! 🚢✨ Disney Cruise Line is officially returning to New York City starting September 2027!

​You will be able to sail from the Big Apple to the pink sand beaches of Bermuda or take in the stunning autumn views of New England and Canada’s Maritime provinces. 🌊🍁

​If you want to secure your spot on one of these incredible itineraries, mark these booking dates on your calendar:

​🗓️ Disney Castaway Club Members: Bookings open as early as August 31st (depending on your tier)!

🗓️ General Public: Bookings open September 8th!

​These sailings will fill up fast—especially the prime fall dates. Send me a message today or comment down below to get on my booking list so we can secure your cabin the moment your booking window opens! 🧳✨

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08/24/2026

Are you thinking about staying off-property to save money on your Universal Orlando vacation? You might actually end up spending more in the long run, depending on what you have planned. 💸

Staying at a Universal Premier Hotel (Hard Rock Hotel, Loews Royal Pacific Resort, or Loews Portofino Bay Hotel) includes FREE Universal Express Unlimited passes for everyone in your room for every day of your stay. When you crunch the numbers on Express Passes alone, the resort upgrade often pays for itself.

Comment "UNIVERSAL" and I'll do the math for you to figure out the best situation for your next trip!

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Ok, it's time for a Cruise Stateroom Debate! Everyone has a different strategy when booking their ship accommodations. S...
08/22/2026

Ok, it's time for a Cruise Stateroom Debate!

Everyone has a different strategy when booking their ship accommodations. Some travelers insist that a private oceanview verandah for morning coffee and evening sunsets is non-negotiable (especially with little ones who go to bed early). Others prefer booking an inside cabin to save money and spend that extra money on shore excursions, spa treatments, and specialty dining.

Drop your vote below: Are you Team Verandah 🌅 or Team Inside Cabin + Excursions 🧗?

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A lot of people waste their Disney Dining Plan snack credits on $3 bottled water or $4 sodas.The Disney Dining Plan is a...
08/21/2026

A lot of people waste their Disney Dining Plan snack credits on $3 bottled water or $4 sodas.

The Disney Dining Plan is actually one of my favourite things to help you plan out. If you use it properly, it can be a really great value!! But you need to know how to get the most for your money.

To get maximum value out of your Disney Dining Plan, you need to aim to use your snack credits on items priced at $7.00 or higher.

Swipe through to see three of my favorite high-dollar snacks that taste great and save you serious money out of pocket.

Save this post for your next park day, and tag a friend who is heading to Walt Disney World soon!

08/18/2026

Ok, it's time to answer the question I get asked ALL THE TIME: working with a travel agent does not cost you an extra dime.

Disney, Universal , and major cruise lines build agent commissions directly into their standard room and package rates.

That means whether you spend hours researching on your own or let me handle every detail, the price is the exact same.

The difference? You get personalized itinerary planning, price-drop monitoring, and a stress-free vacation without lifting a finger. I do all the work for you!!

Comment "PLAN" below or send me a DM, and let's start building your dream getaway for $0 extra!

08/16/2026

These are Disney opinions I will NEVER apologize for… 😂🏰✨

Maybe I should apologize for my dancing...😬

But my biggest Disney opinion?

Your vacation should feel magical—not stressful. ❤️

That's where I come in! I love helping my clients plan their trips so they can spend less time stressing about the logistics and more time looking forward to the magic.

Now I'm curious… 👀
What's YOUR Disney opinion that you'll never apologize for?

Pit it in the comments! ⬇️

And if you're dreaming about your next Disney vacation, send me a DM. I'd love to help you plan it! ✨🏰

Hi! 👋 If we haven't met yet, let me introduce myself! 💙I'm a travel advisor with Playcation Travel, and I absolutely LOV...
08/14/2026

Hi! 👋 If we haven't met yet, let me introduce myself! 💙

I'm a travel advisor with Playcation Travel, and I absolutely LOVE helping people plan vacations! ✈️🌴

Disney has been a huge part of my life for over 35 years, and I've been helping friends and family plan their Disney vacations for more than 20 years. Now I get to do what I love professionally! 🥰

And while Disney will always have a very special place in my heart, I can help you book SO much more!

🏰 Walt Disney World
🚢 Disney Cruise Line
✨ Disneyland
🌎 Adventures by Disney
🪄 Universal Orlando & Universal Hollywood
🚢 AND now, other cruise lines too!

Whether you're planning your first Disney vacation, dreaming about a cruise, wanting to experience Universal, or simply have NO idea where you want to go yet… I'm here to help!

My goal is to take the stress out of planning so you can spend less time researching and more time getting excited about your vacation. 💙

So, if you're new here—hi! I'm so happy you're here! 😊

And if you've been following along for a while, thank you for being here and supporting my travel business. It means more than you know. 🥰

📩 Whenever you're ready to start planning your next adventure, I'd love to help!

08/12/2026

🚢 Think cruises are just for retirees? Think again! 😂

Water slides. 🎢
Amazing food. 🍽️
Kids & teen clubs. 🧒
Adults-only spaces. 🥂
Incredible entertainment. 🎭
AND waking up somewhere new! 🌴

There really is a cruise for everyone.

🚢 Ready to find yours? Send me a message! 💙

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