Stefanie Martlink, Concierge Travel Planner

09/19/2026

A little Disney’s Yacht Club appreciation today. 💙

I spent the weekend at Yacht Club, and it was a good reminder of why this is a resort I recommend to my clients and one I personally love staying at.

The location is hard to beat. You can walk to EPCOT, easily get to Hollywood Studios, and have the BoardWalk area right outside your door. And then there’s Stormalong Bay, which is definitely one of the biggest perks of staying here.

I also love the feel of Yacht Club. It’s polished and a little more elevated, but still feels like Disney. It’s a great choice for families, couples, or anyone looking for a Disney resort that feels a little more relaxed and refined.

After another weekend here, Yacht Club remains one of those resorts that I’m always happy to recommend and just as happy to come back to myself. 💙

09/15/2026

Disney Destiny Day #3!

This day was filled with Palo Brunch, an adults-only dining experience onboard, and ALL the Halloween on the High Seas fun! The famous Sanderson Sisters were available for a meet & greet, there was trick-or-treating on the pool deck, and Mickey’s Mouse-Querade Party brought even more Halloween fun. 🎃

Our evening included cocktails and appetizers in the Concierge Lounge, Hercules in the theater, dinner at 1923, and FINALLY…a Disney trivia WIN!

Although my time on the Disney Destiny was way too short, it was filled with SO MUCH. From the incredible dining and entertainment to all of the Halloween fun, there was something happening around every corner. And sailing Concierge was truly the icing on the cake when it came to experiencing this stunning ship.

But now…any guesses where I’m off to on Thursday? 👀

09/13/2026

Day 2 on the Disney Destiny! Our stop today was Disney Lookout Cay, and the water really is as beautiful as you’ve heard. That crystal-clear water and soft pink sand make for such a gorgeous beach day. Back onboard, the afternoon and evening were filled with exploring some of the lounges, an amazing dinner experience at Pride Lands, and one of the most entertaining late-night Match Your Mate games.
And because one theme wasn’t enough for the day, we also had Pirate Night! 🏴‍☠️ Another full day on the Destiny, and I’m still finding new things to love about this ship.

09/12/2026

Day #1 on the Disney Destiny did not disappoint! The ship decor for Halloween on the High Seas is so cute, our stateroom is beautiful, and the concierge team has been incredibly attentive. The concierge lounge, concierge sun deck, and concierge food and beverage has been 10/10 so far.

09/11/2026

Thanks to the Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel, I had a great pre-cruise stay!

Not only does this hotel feel more like a resort, but I LOVE how close it is to the port, and I’m happy to have another option to recommend to my clients spending a night in Fort Lauderdale before their cruise. They even offer complimentary transportation to the port in their Sprinter vans.

And now it’s time to board the Disney Destiny! 🚢

I’ll be sailing concierge this time and staying in a one-bedroom suite, so I’m excited to experience both and share what I think. I’ll be sharing plenty from the Destiny over the next few days, so stay tuned!

09/10/2026

Walt Disney World promo day is here! 🎉

I’ve been up since early this morning going through my clients’ existing reservations and checking each one against the new promotions.

And so far, I’ve already been able to save some families some really great money! 🙌

If you already have a trip booked with me, there’s no need to reach out to see if your reservation qualifies. I’m already checking, and if I can save you money, I’ll take care of it and let you know! 💙

08/27/2026

Say hello to Disney World’s latest resort, Lakeshore Lodge! 👀

And this is one I’m very excited about. I love the look and feel of this new resort, and I’m really looking forward to seeing it come to life.

Stays begin July 1, 2027… you can bet I’ll be there in July! 😉

08/25/2026

Okay, Disney Cruise Line really showed up with today’s itinerary announcement. 😍🚢

There’s a LOT to be excited about for Fall 2027 and Spring 2028, but the one that immediately caught my attention was the Disney Wish sailing from New York City! For my Northeast clients, this is such a fun change. No trip to Florida required…just get yourself to NYC and your Disney cruise begins. 🙌
And the itineraries are giving us some really fun options, including Bermuda and Canada & New England. I have to admit, the idea of a Disney cruise through New England during fall foliage sounds pretty incredible. 🍁

But NYC isn’t the only exciting part of today’s announcement.
✨ More Caribbean sailings from San Juan
✨ New Panama Canal itineraries on the Disney Magic
✨ More West Coast options from San Diego
✨ And the Disney Destiny will be calling Port Canaveral home for Fall 2027

I’ve sailed on the Disney Wish twice now, so seeing her get a whole season in New York definitely has me excited. She’s a beautiful ship, and I love that these new itineraries give people the chance to experience Disney Cruise Line in some really different ways.
There’s something about a Disney cruise + Bermuda, a Disney cruise + fall foliage, or even a Panama Canal adventure that just feels like a completely different kind of Disney vacation. And I’m here for all of it. ❤️

08/24/2026

Anyone else feeling like we’re getting VERY close to another Disney Cruise Line itinerary drop? 👀🚢

Well…now we know! Disney just announced that more information is coming tomorrow, and I am VERY curious to see where these ships are headed next. 👀

Fall 2027 + early 2028 is what I’m watching for, and I have a feeling there are going to be some very exciting itineraries coming our way.

🎃 Halloween on the High Seas?
🎄 Very Merrytime?
🌴 A warm-weather escape when it’s cold at home?
🌊 Or maybe an itinerary that makes us say, “Wait…Disney cruises THERE?!”

Stay tuned tomorrow…🚢✨ I’ll be watching right along with you!

Let's coordinate to meet back up tomorrow for a big announcement...

08/20/2026

✨ 2027 Universal Orlando vacations are officially OPEN FOR BOOKING! ✨

If Universal Orlando Resort is on your family's “someday” list, someday just got a little closer! You can now book Universal Orlando vacation packages for travel throughout all of 2027.

That means it's time to start dreaming about:
🎢 Epic thrills at Universal Studios Florida & Islands of Adventure
🌎 Exploring Universal Epic Universe
🏨 Choosing the perfect resort for your family
🪄 Butterbeer, Hogwarts, Minions, and all the unforgettable moments in between!

And with the entire year now available to book, you can start looking ahead to spring break, summer vacation, fall break, Thanksgiving, Christmas...or whatever excuse you need to plan a trip! 😉

If 2027 is your year for Universal Orlando, I'd love to help you start planning! 💙