Magical Vacation Planner by Melissa Lapaglia

11/04/2026

🗣️ Your destination wedding package could be FREE!

Couples planning a destination wedding at select Hyatt Inclusive Collection resorts can receive the Wedding in Paradise Package complimentary with a qualifying stay.

The package includes:

🫶🏻 Symbolic ceremony
💍 On-site wedding coordinator
👗 Preparation and ironing of the couple’s wedding attire
💐 Bouquet and/or boutonniere
🎂 Wedding cake and sparkling w**e toast for up to 10 guests
🥂 Newlywed package with sparkling w**e, fresh fruit and breakfast in bed with Mimosas
💆 15% off eligible spa treatments
🌴 Plus the opportunity to earn FREE anniversary nights

To qualify, couples can book the required room category or higher for at least 7 nights, OR have their wedding party book 5 rooms for at least 3 nights.

The complimentary package is available for new wedding bookings at participating Secrets, Dreams, Breathless, Zoëtry, Hyatt Vivid, Sunscape resorts and Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya.

📅 Book by December 20, 2027.

Who would you want standing beside you for a destination wedding in paradise? 💍🌴

📲 Contact me to start planning your destination wedding! 412-897-0648

11/02/2026

Did you know that November 2nd is Dia de Los Mu***os - better known as Day of the Dead?

It is a Mexican Holiday honoring deceased loved ones and making peace with the eventuality of death by treating familiarly, without fear and dread. This has a distinct meaning and origin, rooted in Indigenous cultures that celebrate death as a continuation of life.

10/31/2026

10/30/2026

📣 CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE announcement:

‼️New 2028/2029 sailings are now open from BALTIMORE, featuring the Carnival Miracle ® and the debut of the Carnival Luminosa®

🛳️ Discover more ways to explore the Bahamas, Bermuda, Canada, and the Caribbean. With itineraries ranging from 6 to 14 days, there's sure to be a sailing for everyone! Across both ships, there are 22 destinations to enjoy and discover, and even more ways to experience the Caribbean and beyond!

💰 Booking your cruise now for 28/29 will give you plenty of time to make smaller payments along the way and lock in lower pricing!

📲 Connect with me today to start planning your cruise vacation. 412-897-0648

10/27/2026

‼️NOW OPEN: You can officially book breakfast with The Grinch at Universal Orlando!‼️

🟩 Reservations are now open for The Grinch & Friends Character Breakfast during The Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort!

🟩 Guests can start their morning at Circus McGurkus Cafe Stoo-pendous inside Universal Islands of Adventure with a sit-down breakfast and the chance to meet The Grinch and friends.

Your breakfast includes:

💚 Character interactions with The Grinch & friends
🍽️ One plated breakfast entrée
🥤 One non-alcoholic beverage
🎄 A very Grinchy way to start your holiday park day

👉🏻 Important: The breakfast ticket does NOT include admission to Universal Islands of Adventure. You’ll need separate park admission valid for the same date as your breakfast reservation.

🎋 Holidays at Universal Orlando run November 14, 2026 through January 3, 2027, with Grinchmas, Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter across three parks, Snoggletog at How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk, holiday décor at SUPER NINTENDO WORLD and more!

Would you start your Universal holiday morning with breakfast with The Grinch?

Contact me to start planning your Universal Orlando holiday vacation.

10/24/2026

Wondering if you qualify for online passport renewal? Here are the key requirements:
✅The passport you are renewing is/was valid for 10 years, and you are age 25 or older.
✅ Your passport is either expiring within one year or has expired less than five years ago.
✅ You live in the United States (either state or territory).
✅ Your most recent passport is in your possession and was never reported as lost or stolen.
✅ You are comfortable paying online and uploading your own passport photo.
Learn more at travel.state.gov/renewonline

10/22/2026

❓ Planning a Maldives vacation in 2027? Your resort transfers could be FREE‼️

✨ RIU is offering complimentary transfers from Malé to its Maldives resorts for travel from May 1 through October 31, 2027.

✨ The offer is available for Hotel Riu Atoll and Hotel Riu Palace Maldivas — two all-inclusive resorts located on private islands in the beautiful Dhaalu Atoll.

✨ Think 24-hour all-inclusive, crystal-clear water, multiple dining options, swim-up bars, and a Maldives escape with one less vacation expense to worry about.

❓ Would FREE transfers make you more likely to finally book a Maldives vacation?

📲 Contact me to start planning your Maldives getaway.

10/20/2026

🎼 Whitney Houston’s music is coming to Norwegian Cruise Line!

🎵“Whitney: A Celebration of Whitney Houston,” an original production developed in partnership with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music is coming to the Norwegian Aura.

🎶 The 45-minute show will feature live vocals, a live band, and immersive performances celebrating some of Whitney’s biggest hits, including I Wanna Dance with Somebody, I Will Always Love You, and It’s Not Right, But It’s OK.

✨ And that’s not all! Norwegian Aura will also debut ILLUMINOX: Infinite Wonder Unboxed, featuring illusions and acrobatics, along with The Vinyl Republic live music experience and the return of the adults-only LunaTique: Pop Circus.

⛴️ Norwegian Aura debuts in May 2027 before beginning Caribbean cruises from Miami in June.

Would you watch a Whitney Houston show at sea? Count me in!

📲 Contact me, your Magical Vacation Planner to start planning your Norwegian Cruise Line vacation‼️

[email protected]
412-897-0648

10/14/2026

🏆 Congratulations 🎊 MVP 🏆

🚨 WE WON GOLD… TWICE! 🏆🏆

Magical Vacation Planner is officially a two-time 2026 Travel Weekly Magellan Gold Award winner!

🥇 Journey with Purpose: The MVP Training Experience 2026
Gold — Training Program

🥇 “MVP Is All You Need”
Gold — Promotional Video

From investing in the growth of our travel advisors to finding creative new ways to share the MVP story, these awards represent so many people behind the scenes who make what we do possible.

We’re incredibly proud of our team, our advisors, and everyone who continues to make MVP something special. ❤️

10/13/2026

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