Magical Vacation Planner by Kara Kidwell

09/13/2026

Alaska.

When people ask my favorite destination… it’s my answer- every time. Peep this quick video overview & I bet you see why! 🥰

🚢 NOW is the time to book Alaska 2027 & 2028!! 🐋

2027 is filling up & FAST! 2028 isn’t far behind! 🌊

If you have ever considered Alaska- IT’S TIME. It’s stunning! If you questions, I’m your girl!! Drop your Alaska questions below!

Matt did a great job with this video! This just makes me want to go back as soon as possible!! 🐋🌊

❤️ As always, thank you for supporting my business! Every like, comment and share means so much! Thank you for allowing me to help bring your dream vacations to life! Sharing my name is the best compliment I could ever receive- thank you for referring me to your friends and family!

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Alaska 2025-Recap | RC-Radiance of the Seas ...

09/09/2026

Was searching for John Stamos’ date on the list but see “NEW” next to JASON KELCE!

Anyone else excited for this? Cannot just be me!

🚨🎄 NEW: Jason Kelce is coming to EPCOT this holiday season!

Disney has revealed the 2026 EPCOT Candlelight Processional celebrity narrator lineup, and Jason Kelce is joining the tradition for the first time on December 8 & 9! He’s one of several new narrators this year, alongside Robin Roberts and Lacey Chabert.

The Candlelight Processional returns to the America Gardens Theatre during the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, bringing together a 51-piece orchestra, the Voices of Liberty, a celebrity narrator and a choir of more than 150 Disney Cast Members and community singers for the retelling of the Christmas story.

Performances take place nightly at 4:45 PM, 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM, and Candlelight Processional Dining Packages will be available to book beginning October 14 for guests who want a meal and reserved seating.

🏈🎄 Who else wants to see Jason Kelce narrate the Candlelight Processional?!

Contact a Magical Vacation Planner to start planning your Walt Disney World holiday vacation!

08/09/2026

Let’s Go, Chase!! ❤️🖤

🏁🚨 BIG NEWS: Magical Vacation Planner Is Joining Chase Briscoe Racing!

Magical Vacation Planner is officially heading to the dirt track!

Chase Briscoe Racing has reached an agreement to acquire Brent Marks Racing, establishing CBR as a full-time High Limit Racing team, with Magical Vacation Planner joining as the team’s first new sponsor. Brent Marks will remain the primary driver and will also serve as general manager.

For NASCAR Cup Series driver Chase Briscoe, this move brings him back to where his racing journey began. Sprint car racing has been part of the Briscoe family for three generations and 50 years, and this acquisition gives him a full-time presence on the national sprint car racing stage.

🏁 What’s next?

Chase Briscoe Racing will compete nationally with High Limit Racing, with events streamed on FloRacing and select races available across FS1, Amazon Prime, The Roku Channel and Fubo.

We’re excited to be along for the ride and can’t wait to see where this next chapter takes us!

08/05/2026

🧡 Who’s coming with us!? 👻🎃

🚨Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party
Returns August 7–October 31!

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returns to Magic Kingdom on select nights from August 7 through October 31, 2026. This separately ticketed event features exclusive entertainment, trick-or-treating, rare character meet-and-greets, specialty food, themed merchandise, and more.

✨ New for 2026:

Stitch hosts an all-new dance party in Tomorrowland with Lilo and Angel.
The fan-favorite Cadaver Dans return with their haunting harmonies.

🎃 Returning favorites include:

Mickey's Boo-to-You Halloween Parade (8:15 PM)
Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular
Disney's Not-So-Spooky Spectacular fireworks
Trick-or-treating with over a dozen candy locations
Exclusive Halloween merchandise and treats

💡 MVP Tip: Party guests can enter Magic Kingdom as early as 4:00 PM, even though the event officially begins at 7:00 PM, giving you up to 8 hours to enjoy the park and party offerings.

Ready for Disney's happiest haunt? Contact a Magical Vacation Planner today!

📍Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney World Resort | Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party

08/01/2026

Ohhhh!!!! This is a HUGE savings for ALASKA!!

Tag your friends & family!

We are already planning to go back to ALASKA- your kids will LOVE IT- I’ll share all the tips!! 🐋

Make the memories! Take the trip! Don’t blink, they’re growing up too fast! 💙

Please think of me to help plan your next cruise! 🚢 ❤️

🚨For the First Time Ever, Kids Sail FREE on ALL Summer 2027
Royal Caribbean Sailings!

For a limited time, kids 12 and under sail FREE on select 3-night-or-longer Summer 2027 sailings. Plus, Royal Caribbean is also offering FREE 3rd & 4th guests on eligible cruises, helping families save even more.

📅 Book by: September 14, 2026

⛴️ Offer Includes:
✨ Kids 12 & under sail FREE
✨ FREE 3rd & 4th guests on select sailings
✨ Valid on select cruises departing on or after August 26, 2026
✨ Available on Summer 2027 sailings lasting 3 nights or longer

Why this matters 👇

Family vacations can add up quickly, especially when traveling with multiple children. This limited-time offer can significantly reduce your cruise fare, making it one of Royal Caribbean's best promotions for families planning ahead.

Ready to plan your Summer 2027 cruise? Contact a Magical Vacation Planner today!

📍Royal Caribbean | Caribbean Cruises | Alaska Cruises | Europe Cruises | Family Vacations

07/31/2026

✨Believe✨

We’re incredibly honored to announce that Magical Vacation Planner has been invited by Disney Destinations to experience the first-of-its-kind Disney Believe ship reveal aboard the Disney Wish!

Alongside fellow creators and travel advisors, we’ll be among the first to uncover exciting new venues, entertainment, and surprises coming to the newest chapter of Disney Cruise Line. Best of all, we’ll be bringing you along every step of the way with behind-the-scenes coverage, first looks, and real-time updates.

A huge thank you to Disney Destinations for this incredible opportunity. We can’t wait to experience the magic and share it with all of you!

05/27/2026

During our annual conference, I was honored to have received Silver Level sales award for 2025 (300K-500K) with Magical Vacation Planner!

There’s no way I can take the credit though- I couldn’t have done this without YOU! Each of you that have trusted me with your travel plans, thank you! Each of you that have shared my name with your friends & family, thank you!! If you tagged me in a social media post, shared my page, left a review, comment or like, thank you!! This award is all you! I appreciate each and every one of you!

This year was a big milestone year for me, in sales! With the milestone, I received a diamond bracelet with great sentimental meaning behind it for having reached $1,000,000 in traveled sales.

I love being able to help others make memories with friends & families! Making memories with my loved ones is my favorite thing to do & I want to help you do the same! Sharing my firsthand travel experiences- the tips, tricks and the “you have to try the____!” (then you do & love it too) moments make me so happy!!!!

💕 Life is too short- make the memories!

What all do you book?
These are just a few ideas:

🚢 Cruising (Ocean & River Cruising)
Alaska, Mediterranean, Caribbean … all of it! Cruising with groups/ group travel- think friends groups, girls trips or family reunion where all you have to do is show up and enjoy!

☀️🏝️ Secrets & Beaches Resorts / all inclusive resorts for Adults only or Families

🎢🌍 Universal

✨All things Disney!! (Disney Cruise Line, Adventures by Disney, Aulani Resort, National Geographic Expeditions, Disney World & Disneyland)

🚂 Luxury Train Experiences- European Journeys, Canadian Rockies itineraries, Alaskan rail combinations

Thank you, from the bottom on my heart, for trusting me with your travel plans!

04/29/2026

This isn’t a filter… this is a peek into a Disney Cruise Line Vacation! ☀️

Welcome to Disney’s Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point—where the water is unreal, the beaches are pristine and everything is taken care of for you.

If you’ve been thinking about a Disney Cruise, this is your sign! 👀

Send this to who you would cruise with…. This may be YOUR next trip!!! 🚢🏝️

04/21/2026

Have you been dreaming of the next time you can get your Mickey Churro Waffle fix? IYKYK! Don’t sleep on this deal!

04/11/2026

Day 2 was a big Sandals & Beaches day!!

I loved spending more time with our team today! Learning & Growing what it’s all about! You ladies are the best!!