Shelley Avila, Independent Travel Planner with Dreaming of the Mouse

06/03/2026

I think every New Englander can relate to these first two pictures.

One day it’s hoodie weather.
The next it’s t-shirts and

After the “spring” we’ve had, I’m thrilled that some warmer weather has arrived.
But if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that winter always comes back around faster than we think.

Consider this your sign to get a warm destination on your calendar before the cold returns! ☀️

And right now, many 2027 vacations are already available to book.

So whether you’re dreaming of sandy beaches, magical family moments, or perhaps you’ve found yourself suddenly humming 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘶𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘰 𝘙𝘪𝘤𝘰 𝘚𝘰𝘯𝘨 all day…
now is a great time to start thinking about what you’d like next year to hold.

𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱.

Ready to start dreaming?
Let’s chat! 🫶🏻

06/02/2026

Your choice of a resort can completely shape your trip.

And the tricky part? There isn’t one “best” resort.

𝘐 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦!

That’s why choosing the right one isn’t about randomly picking or going with what looks nicest online;
𝙞𝙩’𝙨 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙬𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙛𝙞𝙩𝙨 𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝙨𝙩𝙮𝙡𝙚 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙡 𝙗𝙚𝙨𝙩.

If a Universal resort stay is on your list, I’d love to help you narrow it down!

06/01/2026

𝐅𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬. 💙

Today I’m celebrating five years as a Travel Planner with Dreaming of the Mouse, and as I reflect on this journey, I am so grateful. 🫶🏻

Grateful for every client who has trusted me with your family vacations, celebrations, anniversaries, reunions, and memory-making moments.

Grateful also for those who have referred friends and family, shared my posts, recommended my services, engaged with my content, and cheered me on along the way. Even if we’ve never planned a trip together, your support has played a part in helping this business grow.

And especially grateful to Sara & the team at Dreaming of the Mouse. The training, resources, and ongoing support I’ve received has equipped me to continue learning, growing, and providing the highest level of service to my clients.

Over these five years, this work has become more than a profession; it has been a meaningful way to put my skills, knowledge, and interests into practice. It has given me the gift of continual learning, the joy of serving others well, and the deep fulfillment that comes from helping families create lasting memories, all while remaining present at home with my family and continuing to homeschool our boys.
𝘐 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘢 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘭𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘩𝘵𝘭𝘺.

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 for being part of this journey; whether you’ve planned travel with me, referred someone who has, or simply supported and encouraged me along the way. I’m grateful for every piece of it, and I look forward to many more years of helping families make memories that matter.

05/22/2026

Still not over getting to experience Universal Epic Universe during its opening year… today is the park’s first anniversary, the perfect time to relive the fun! ✨🌎🎢

And yes, hitting the gold block in Super Nintendo World was absolutely as fun as it looks 😆🍄✨

With immersive lands and unforgettable attractions, Epic Universe has quickly become a must-do for theme park fans and family vacations alike.

If it’s on your travel wishlist, now is a great time to start planning your adventure! ✨

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all of you who make life magical every single day. ✨

Whether you’re planning the trips, packing the bags, making the memories, or simply soaking in the moments with the people you love most, we celebrate you!

Wishing you a day filled with joy, rest, and special memories with your favorite people. 💛

05/07/2026

Today is Travel Advisor Appreciation Day ✈️ 🥰

And truly, the best part of this job has never been bookings, promotions, or itineraries;

⚪️It’s hearing that a family felt less stressed.

⚪️That parents got to be more present.

⚪️That someone felt cared for.

⚪️That memories were made easier because they had support along the way.

✨Thank you to every family who has trusted me to help plan your vacations, answer your questions, troubleshoot problems, celebrate milestones, and help create meaningful time together.

05/05/2026

MNSSHP tickets are officially underway 🎃

If you’re thinking about going, don’t just grab a ticket, make sure it actually fits your overall trip plan. Party nights can change everything.

We’ll help you make sure it all works together the way it should. 🪄

Raise your hand if you’ve already got your Halloween party tickets 🙋‍♀️🎃

We’ve been busy securing some of the most popular dates this morning 👀

Onsite guests are in now… everyone else gets access next week!

05/01/2026

5 years ago… and this trip looked very different than today.

Masks, distancing markers, modified experiences.

One thing I’ve learned as a planner? Destinations are always changing.

Sometimes it’s big changes, sometimes little ones.
Those details matter when you’re spending time and money on a vacation.

That’s why having someone who stays current on the updates, policies, strategies, and best ways to tour can make all the difference.

My job is to help you arrive prepared… so you can focus on making memories. ✨

Thinking about your next trip? Let’s chat.

04/24/2026

🥳

Dreaming of the Mouse is 13 today 🏰✨

So many castle photos.
So many Mickey waffles.
So many magical vacations.

It’s easy to think about the trips… but what stays with me most are the families who trusted us to plan them.

To every client who has chosen to book with us over the last 13 years… thank you. It truly means everything ❤