Samantha-Fabulous Adventures Travel

10/31/2026

Halloween question: what's the scariest thing you've ever done on vacation?

Mine: zip-lining over the Arenal Volcano in Costa Rica. They take you up by ski lift, so once you're at the top, you have no choice. The wind whips up the volcano and starts turning you sideways mid-line. Some people in our group took one look and said, "I'll meet you at the bar."

I think it might be the scariest thing I've ever done. I also loved it.

Your turn. Scariest travel moment?

10/31/2026

I've been on 55+ Virgin Voyages sailings. My daughter has been on zero.

That poor kid has lost her mom to this cruise line for the last four years. So I made her a promise: the actual day she turns 18, she's coming with me.

She likes to dance, she likes to hang out, and she loves good food, so I truly think she's going to have the best time.

Who would you bring on their first Virgin sailing? Tell me below or in our group: Virgin Voyages Cruise Tips and Deals

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween! 🎃 In Salem, I did something I NEVER do… I had my aura photographed! Mine came back white, blue, and purple with a massive white halo, and then the reader told me I have four guardian angels that follow me around. 👼 Goosebumps!

Would you get your aura read, or is that a hard pass? Tell me in the comments!

Full episode in the comments!

10/31/2026

No tricks, just treats 🎃 Planning Universal? Our agency has two booking bonuses right now, and only 6 spots between them.

2 FREE 3-day tickets for the next 2 who book 4+ nights at a Premier hotel.
A $100 gift card for the next 4 who book a 4+ night package with park tickets.

Once they’re claimed, they’re gone. Send your Fabulous Adventures Travel Agent a message to grab one!

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10/31/2026

Nobody warned me about THIS part of Salem in October! 😱 Essex Street is walking-only, so we dragged our luggage over the cobblestones and right through the scare zones. Clowns, monsters, the Hocus Pocus sisters… and my daughter just looking at me like, "What are we doing?!" And then the clown feet in my hotel window!! 🤡

Would you stay right in the middle of the Halloween madness, or somewhere quieter? Tell me below!

Full episode in the comments!

10/30/2026

🎃 Just in time for Halloween, I had to sneak in a BONUS episode!

If you've ever wondered what Salem, Massachusetts is REALLY like during October, I've got some stories for you!

Happy Halloween Eve! 🧙‍♀️

Is Salem, Massachusetts really as spooky as everyone says? I visi...

10/30/2026

Tourist trap or totally worth it? Lake Como edition!

Bellagio: abso-freakin'-lutely worth it! Yes, you'll see 200 people taking the same photo. Go early in the morning or stay overnight.
Villa del Balbianello: totally worth it, but plan ahead!
Fancy lakefront restaurants: sometimes you're paying for the privilege of sitting in Italy, sipping an Aperol spritz and pretending you have no responsibilities. And that's okay!

What would YOU splurge on in Italy?

Full episode on Talk Travel with Samantha. Link in the comments!

10/30/2026

Psst... I can't spill yet, but Nov 3 you're going to want to check back here! Drop your best guess in the comments 👀

10/30/2026

Travel advisor confession: when an email starts with “Don’t worry about us, we’re not picky,” I already know. Picky is totally fine! Just tell me everything up front so I can get your trip right the first time. Be honest, are you picky?

The full confessional is on Talk Travel with Samantha. Link in the comments!

10/29/2026

I went to Lake Como at the end of March and there was hardly anybody there!

The weather was actually really nice. I didn't need a hat, scarf or gloves. Nothing was closed, everything was open, and the pricing was nowhere near what you pay in the summer!

I cannot stand crowds, so I will 1000% go in shoulder season. Would you trade summer flowers for no crowds?

Full episode on Talk Travel with Samantha. Link in the comments!