Kris Floyd - The Travel Planner

05/19/2026

One thing a lot of people don’t realize…

You’re already paying for the help of a travel planner, whether you book your trip yourself or not!

Vendors already build that cost into vacation packages, so when you book on your own and don’t use an agent… you’re basically leaving all that help sitting on the table.
Meanwhile, I can help with things like:
✨ resort recommendations that actually fit YOU & YOUR family
✨ Dining planning
✨Lightning Lane strategy
✨ Promotion watch
✨ Fixing problems when plans change, or something comes up
✨ Answering all the random questions that pop up
✨ Making your whole trip feel like a vacation, not overwhelming

So if you’re already paying for the help anyway… You might as well actually get the help. Contact me to plan your vacation today and get the help you are paying for already, [email protected]

05/04/2026

04/28/2026

🚨 BIG NEWS, Disney fans!
The Not‑So‑Scary Halloween Party is creeping back into Magic Kingdom for 2026 — and it’s packed with tricks, treats, and totally adorable frights! 🎃👻

🗓️ Party Nights:
From August 7 through October 31, the park transforms into a candy‑coated celebration of spooky fun!

Dates to mark:
🎃 August: 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
🎃 September: 1, 4, 8, 11, 13, 15, 18, 20, 22, 24, 25, 27, 29
🎃 October: 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 13, 15, 16, 18, 22, 23, 25, 27, 29, 31

🎟️ Tickets drop soon!
• May 5 - Disney Resort guests get first dibs
• May 12 - Open to everyone!

⏰ Party runs 7 PM – midnight (you can enter at 4 PM)

✨ Passholder & DVC perk: $10 off select August and September nights

🆕 New for 2026:
Stitch is throwing a galactic dance party at Rockettower Plaza Stage joined by Lilo and Angel! Expect a playlist that changes faster than Stitch’s mood.

🎭 Returning favorites:

Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular

Mickey’s Boo‑To‑You Parade

Disney’s Not‑So‑Spooky Spectacular

Trick‑or‑treat trails & themed snacks galore

Character meet‑and‑greets, dance parties, and more!

Mickey & Minnie together at Town Square Theater 💫

So… are you ready to join the fun this year? 👻
✨ Message me, Planner Kris, to book your Disney vacation today!
📧 [email protected]

04/16/2026

Walt Disney World Vacation Packages for 2027 Now Available! 🎉🏰✨
The announcement included a new dining plan 🍽️ that I wanted to share 📣 Dining Plan Updates:
Starting in 2027, you'll have 3 different Dining Plans to choose from:
🍽️ Quick-Service Dining Plan
🍽️ Table-Service Dining Plan
🍽️ A brand-new Deluxe Table-Service Dining Plan featuring:
2 Table-Service meals per night
1 Quick-Service meal
1 Snack or non-alcoholic drink
A Resort-Refillable Mug per stay
Contact me today to start booking your 2026 or 2027 Walt Disney World vacation, DM me or email
[email protected]

04/02/2026

✨ TRAVEL PSA #2: Let’s Talk Money (The Part No One Likes… But Everyone Needs) ✨

Okay friends, gather ‘round, it’s time for a little behind‑the‑scenes truth about how travel planning actually works.

Because here’s the thing…

🧡 Travel agents don’t get paid to research.
Not for quoting.
Not for comparing.
Not for building itineraries.
Not for the hours spent making sure your vacation is flawless.

We only get paid after you book AND travel, and that payment comes from the supplier’s built‑in commission. A commission you’re paying for whether you use a TA or not.

So when you book through:
• Expedia
• A cruise line
• A resort website
• A random “deal” you found at 2 a.m.

Guess who gets the commission?
👉 Them.
Not the human who spent hours helping you.

💡 And this is why some travel agents charge planning fees.

Not because we’re trying to nickel‑and‑dime you.
Not because we’re gatekeeping vacations.
But because:

- We’ve spent hours researching a trip you may or may not book
- Some clients ghost after getting quotes
- Some trips require multiple days of deep‑dive planning
- Our time, expertise, and industry knowledge have real value
- We want to continue offering high‑touch, personalized service without burning out

A planning fee simply ensures the work we do is respected, the same way you’d expect to pay a hairstylist for a consultation, a photographer for their time, or a mechanic for diagnostics.

✨ When you book with a travel agent, you’re not paying extra.
You’re choosing who gets paid for the work.

And when you book with me, you get:
✔️ A real human who cares about your vacation
✔️ Someone who handles the chaos so you don’t have to
✔️ Expertise, updates, and support from start to finish
✔️ A trip that feels effortless because the details were handled with intention

If you want a vacation that’s smooth, magical, and stress‑free, I’m here, with heart, humor, and a whole lot of know‑how :)

03/27/2026

🚨 TRAVEL PSA (Because… there are still a lot of misconceptions out there) 🚨

There’s a big myth out there about travel agents, so let’s clear the runway real quick 👇

✈️ Travel agents don’t get paid unless you BOOK AND TRAVEL with them.

No hourly wage.
No salary.
No “thanks for looking” paycheck.

We’re commission‑only, and only AFTER you actually travel.

And here’s the twist most people don’t realize…

💡 Whether you use a travel agent or book it yourself…
A commission is ALWAYS built into the price.

If you book through:
• Expedia
• Booking. com
• A cruise line
• A resort
• A theme park

Guess what?
👉 They keep the commission.

But when you book with a travel agent, that same commission goes to:
✔️ A real human you know
✔️ Someone who answers your messages
✔️ Someone who fixes things when life goes sideways
✔️ Someone who handles changes, cancellations, and chaos

And the best part?
💰 It usually costs you the SAME, sometimes even LESS.

Now, one more important truth bomb…

📝 Sometimes travel agents charge planning fees — especially for clients who have requested quotes in the past and never booked or for trips that require multiple hours of research.
Not because we’re “charging extra”…
But because we’re protecting the time, expertise, and energy it takes to build a trip that actually works for you.

So before saying, “I don’t want to pay a travel agent,” remember…
You’re not paying extra.
You’re choosing who gets paid.

Support small businesses.
Support people who actually care about your vacation. ❤️

Kris Floyd - The Travel Planner

[email protected]

03/17/2026

A vacation isn’t just about the trip itself.

Did you know people with planned upcoming vacations are happier than those without?
If you’re excited about a vacation, that excitement boosts your mood today!
Let's get you happy and looking forward to that next adventure :)

Contact me to start planning now and we can keep you happy and looking forward to your next vacation, DM me or email me at [email protected]

03/12/2026

Make Your 2026 Summer Extra Magical✨✨✨ (and Easier on Your Wallet!💰💰💰)

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect moment to hit “book” on that 2026 Disney getaway, consider this your green light 🚦.

Disney just rolled out a new wave of discounts, and some of them are seriously impressive.

Here’s the quick rundown of what’s available right now:

✨ 4-Day, 4-Park Magic Ticket A fan favorite for a reason. Enjoy one day in each of the four parks, starting at just $109 per day plus tax. Valid for visits from May 26 through October 3, 2026.

🍽️ FREE Dining Is Back Book a non-discounted 4-night/4-day package at select Disney Resorts (with Park Hopper tickets), and your whole crew gets a complimentary dining plan. This offer is available for most stays from late June through October, plus select dates in December. They need to be booked between March 12 and April 30.

🏰 Stay Longer, Save More. Prefer a room discount? Save up to 30% on select Disney Resort stays of five nights or more for most dates between July 30 and October 3, 2026.

🌴 Florida Resident & Annual Passholder Deals Locals and APs get even more magic: up to 35–40% off rooms when staying at least four nights during the late summer/early fall window.

Sorting through dates, resorts, and fine print can feel like a full-time job, so why not let the experts do the heavy lifting?
Message me here, DM me, or email [email protected], and I will find the best possible deal for your travel dates. Your future self will thank you😁.