Jessica Lyons, GetAway Vaca- Dream Vacations

05/09/2026

05/06/2026

Happy National Travel Advisor Day! 🌍✨ Today is all about celebrating the experts who turn your travel dreams into seamless, unforgettable experiences. From finding the perfect destination to handling every detail along the way, a trusted travel advisor makes every journey smoother and more enjoyable. Ready to plan your next adventure? Reach out today — your perfect escape is waiting! ✈️

04/21/2026

🎒 Travel Chaos Survival Guide: When Everything Goes Wrong 😅✈️

Lost luggage… missing medication… 39 hours of travel… and somehow STILL making it to the desert 😳🌵
This is your reminder that travel isn’t always pretty—but a few smart moves can save the day:

💊 Tip #1: ALWAYS pack essentials in your carry-on
Medication, documents, anything you can’t replace easily—keep it with you. No exceptions. Future you will sleep better on that plane 😴

🆘 Tip #2: Have a backup plan (even a messy one)
Different medication option, asking for help online, checking pharmacies mid-layover—when Plan A fails, Plan B (and C… and D) might just carry you through.

✈️ Bonus truth: Travel days can turn into marathons, not sprints. Stay flexible, ask for help, and don’t panic—you’re usually one lucky break away from things working out.

And honestly… nothing hits quite like that reunion with your lost bag after all that chaos 😂🙌

So tell me—what’s the WORST travel mishap you’ve ever had, and did you recover like a pro or spiral a little? 👇

04/01/2026

03/03/2026

The State Department urges Americans to DEPART NOW from the countries listed using available commercial transportation, due to serious safety risks. Americans who need State Department assistance arranging to depart via commercial means, CALL US 24/7 at +1-202-501-4444 (from abroad) and +1-888-407-4747 (from the U.S. and Canada). ENROLL in step.state.gov to get the latest security updates from the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate.

02/26/2026

All restrictions have been lifted for Mexico.

Feb. 25 Update: All restrictions on U.S. government staff in Mexico have been lifted. The U.S. Embassy and all consulates in Mexico are operating normally. While flight schedules have returned to normal, if your direct flight to the United States is cancelled, you might consider booking a connecting flight through another Mexican or U.S. city. We have no reports of road closures directed by local authorities. U.S. citizens in Mexico should resume standard levels of precaution. See our travel advisory for Mexico at travel.state.gov/mexico for more information. https://mx.usembassy.gov/security-alert-final-update-ongoing-security-operations-u-s-mission-mexico-february-25-2026/

02/23/2026

Mexico: UPDATE - Due to ongoing, widespread security operations and related road blockages and criminal activity in many areas of Mexico, U.S. citizens should shelter in place until further notice. Roadblocks have impacted airline operations, with some domestic & int’l flights canceled in both Guadalajara & Puerto Vallarta. Taxis/ride shares are suspended in Puerto Vallarta. Seek shelter and remain in residences or hotels. More info & full list of impacted areas: https://mx.usembassy.gov/security-alert-update-ongoing-security-operations-u-s-mission-mexico-february-22-2026/

01/30/2026

📢HEY, TRAVELERS!

Starting February 1, 2026, any traveler 18+ who comes to a TSA checkpoint without a REAL ID or other acceptable form of ID may use TSA ConfirmID, pay a $45 fee & have their identity validated. Learn more: https://www.tsa.gov/tsaconfirm-id

01/06/2026

We’ve spent the last couple of days exploring the city of Santiago. What a diverse city and beautiful city! The people are so warm and welcoming. And the food - outstanding!! Anyone looking for a new place to explore outside of Mexico and Latin America should really consider coming here. It’s an 8.5 hour plane ride from Miami and so worth it!

01/05/2026

After the cruise in Brazil we flew to Santiago, Chile. Yesterday we took a tour to Viña Del Mar, Valparaiso and Casablanca. The whole day reminded us of being in Northern California in San Francisco!

Viña del Mar reminds me a seaside town in the Mediterranean. It has large mansions, gardens, the country's first casino, a Flower Clock (built for the FIFA tournament when they hosted) and an original Easter Island Moai from the Fonck museum. Before leaving Viña del Mar we stopped at Caleta Portales, a fishermen’s pier and market with the freshest seafood. We saw a wide range of wildlife that coexists with fishermen, such as Sea Lions, Seaguls and Humboldt Pelicans.

Valparaiso was our next stop and the one we were looking forward to the most. We walked around the famous UNESCO neighborhoods where we were guided through the best alleys, by great murals, amazing viewpoints, and eclectic buildings. We took a ride on a centuries-old world heritage funicular (elevator) and had a tapas lunch at a really cool restaurant perched over the city that had amazing views of the city and port.

On our way back to Santiago, we stopped in the wine region of Casablanca where we had the opportunity for a small wine tour and tasting at the Casas del Bosque winery.