10/20/2026
The questions I get asked most as a travel
advisor, answered honestly ✨
"Disney or Universal?"
I've been to both. Universal before kids,
Disney with them. For younger ones I'd make
Disney the main trip and add a day or two at
Universal if anyone loves Harry Potter or
Mario. Check Universal's height limits
against your smallest one first. Doing both?
Save Universal for the end so it feels like
the big finale.
"Does using a travel agent cost more?"
For most trips, no. It's the same price
either way. The resort or cruise line pays
me out of what they'd already keep. You get
someone watching for discounts and handling
the details.
"Is a cruise good for a first-timer with kids?"
Yes, if you keep it short. 3 to 5 nights lets
you find out if everyone loves it without
committing a whole week. Check the kids club
ages, and get a balcony if you can. Naptime
on a balcony is a lifesaver.
"When should we book spring break or summer?"
Sooner than you'd think. Popular dates and
room types fill up early, and the best rooms
go first.
"Theme park or all-inclusive?"
Depends on the vibe you want. Parks are
amazing but busy. An all-inclusive or short
cruise is easier on everyone, especially
during school breaks.
I'm a local mom here in Plainfield, and I help
families plan Disney, Universal, cruises and
all-inclusives at no cost to them. Got a
question I didn't cover? Drop it in the
comments and I'll answer it there.
- Megan
