The Gallivanting Guru

08/20/2025

🎄✨ Set Sail into the Holidays with Royal Caribbean! ✨🎄

This year, why not trade the usual holiday hustle for sun, sea, and unforgettable memories? Royal Caribbean offers the perfect way to celebrate Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's with your loved ones. But hurry—these voyages sell out fast!

🦃 Thanksgiving at Sea – A Feast Without the Fuss

Why spend hours in the kitchen when you can enjoy a gourmet Thanksgiving feast prepared by world-class chefs? Onboard, you'll experience:

Traditional Thanksgiving dinners with all the trimmings.

Festive activities like gingerbread cookie decorating and DIY ornament classes.

Family-friendly entertainment to keep everyone smiling.

Set sail from Texas ports like Galveston and Tampa, and make this Thanksgiving one to remember.

🎄 Christmas at Sea – A Winter Wonderland in the Tropics

Celebrate Christmas with a twist! Royal Caribbean transforms its ships into floating holiday havens:

Grand tree lighting ceremonies to kick off the festivities.

Visits from Santa's elves and surprise giveaways.

Holiday-themed dining featuring seasonal favorites and new delights.

Sail to destinations like the Caribbean and Perfect Day at CocoCay, and enjoy a warm, festive holiday season.

🎆 New Year's Eve at Sea – Ring in the New Year in Style

Say goodbye to the old year and hello to the new with a bang:

Spectacular New Year's Eve parties with themed events and live music.

Fireworks displays to light up the night sky.

Exclusive dining experiences to toast to new beginnings.

Whether you're sailing from Florida, Texas, or California, Royal Caribbean ensures a memorable start to the year.

📞 Don't wait—these cruises sell out quickly! Contact me today to secure your spot and make this holiday season truly special. Let's set sail into the holidays with Royal Caribbean! 🚢🎉

08/20/2025

🎄✨ Where will YOUR holiday story unfold this year? ✨🎄

The holidays aren’t just about gifts under the tree — they’re about creating memories that sparkle long after the season ends. Planning your holiday getaway early means you get the best resorts, best flights, and best deals before they disappear.

💑 Couples Getaways:

❤️ New York City – Picture yourselves under the glow of the Rockefeller Christmas Tree, skating hand-in-hand at Central Park, and warming up with mulled wine at a holiday market. It’s like stepping straight into your own Hallmark Christmas movie. (📸 Add pic: Rockefeller Center tree & skating rink)

☀️ Punta Cana or Puerto Rico – Trade snow for sunshine! Wake up Christmas morning with your toes in the sand, sip champagne by the pool, and enjoy festive beachside dinners while the ocean sparkles in the background. (📸 Add pic: couple with Santa hats on the beach, palm trees & lights)

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Escapes:

🎶 Nashville – The Ga***rd Opryland Resort transforms into a holiday playground with millions of twinkling lights, larger-than-life ice sculptures, indoor snow tubing, and live Christmas shows. It’s pure joy for kids (and magic for parents, too!). (📸 Add pic: Opryland indoor atrium lit up for Christmas)

🏖️ Cancún / Riviera Maya, Mexico – Imagine building sandcastles instead of snowmen, enjoying all-inclusive resorts where kids meet Santa by the pool, and celebrating with festive Mexican traditions. Families love snorkeling, adventure parks, and holiday feasts that make the season unforgettable. (📸 Add pic: kids on the beach with a tropical Christmas tree or Santa in sunglasses)

✨ European Christmas Markets:

Ever dreamed of sipping hot chocolate under a sky of twinkling lights in Vienna, or wandering cobblestone streets filled with wooden stalls selling ornaments, handmade gifts, and mulled wine? From Germany’s Nuremberg Christkindlesmarkt to Austria’s Vienna Rathausplatz Market and France’s Strasbourg Market, Europe turns into a fairytale in December. Couples love the romance, and families with older kids enjoy the cultural magic. (📸 Add pic: traditional wooden Christmas market stalls with glowing lights & mugs of mulled wine)

✨ These trips aren’t just vacations — they’re memories your family, your partner, or YOU will treasure forever.

📅 Now is the time to book Christmas & New Year’s travel. Let’s lock in your perfect holiday getaway before it’s gone.

👉 Message me today. Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable!

08/19/2025

08/18/2025

🌍✈️ Exciting News, Travelers! ✈️🌍

I’m thrilled to announce my latest Exoticca travel website is officially live! 🎉 Check it out here: https://www.exoticca.com/us?advisor_token=wendythe-gallivanting-0195b832-d9fc-7332-a8ed-199814294d8b

This amazing site is packed with everything you need to start planning your dream vacation:

✨ Explore incredible tours and itineraries all around the world
✨ Learn detailed info about destinations, activities, and must-see highlights
✨ Discover insider tips, special packages, and exclusive deals

Whether you’re dreaming of a relaxing getaway, a cultural adventure, or a bucket-list experience, this site gives you the inspiration to make it happen!

And remember, while the website is a great place to explore, I’m here to help you every step of the way — from picking the perfect trip to handling all the details so your travel experience is seamless and unforgettable. 🧳💼

📲 Click, explore, and then reach out to me — let’s make your next adventure a reality!

Book the best value vacation packages with airfare, hotels, tours and transfers, all inclusive with Exoticca. Trips partially or fully guided and crafted by our travel experts.

08/15/2025

START A NEW HOLIDAY TRADITION AT SEA

Get merry at sea this holiday season, leaving every stress behind. We’re ready to elevate every detail of your Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Hannukah on board, so you can focus on getting into the spirit. Indulge in holiday meals full of your favorite dishes while we deck the halls with sparkle and shine. New Year’s Eve is even more exciting, when we throw a ship-wide gala with a champagne toast as the clock strikes midnight.

Spend festive days discovering sunny Caribbean beaches, bustling Asian destinations, stunning European landscapes, and the natural wonders of the Galapagos and the land down under. Back on board, we’ve got good cheer on deck, with caroling, tree decorating, and entertainment throughout the ship on sailings that let you celebrate in style with family and friends.

Let me know if you would like more information about the sailings. :-)

08/15/2025

🌴 Escape to Paradise This October! 🌴

Imagine waking up to the gentle ocean breeze, your toes on your private balcony, panoramic Caribbean views unfolding just for you… and all for under $1,210 for two!

⛴ October 18–23, 2025 — 5 Nights on Mariner of the Seas
Galveston → Cozumel & Costa Maya

** Balcony Cabin for Two: just ~$1,338 total**

(That’s $669 per person, or about $134/day — still AMAZING value! — based on current fare trends where balcony cabins today sit at much higher per person. This is a small $128 above the lowest-ever historical price of $541.)

Why this deal is a no-brainer:

Sweeping ocean views right from your own deck.
Luxury upgrade without breaking the bank.
Last-minute escape—cruise sails in just a few months!
Perfect weather and tropical sights await in the Western Caribbean

Ready to say yes?
🔔 DM me now with “BALCONY OCT 18”
I’ll lock in your cabin at this sweet price—on the spot!

VERY LIMITED AVAILABITY and they are filling fast—don’t let this cruise pass you by without grabbing your slice of paradise!

I do have a few other last minute dates available if you want me to check them out for you!

— Stormy, Your Galveston Travel Guru

Message NOW — Let's get you sailing! ⛵✨

08/14/2025

Big thrills, bold chills, and even bigger savings for you --- but act fast! These limited-time getaways are priced to sell and sailing away soon. Snag jaw-dropping deals on epic adventures, from private island escapes to bucket-list destinations aboard our fleet's favorite ships. With limited spots available, the memories are limitless—lets get you booked now before it’s too late!

Pricing below is only valid from August 15-19, 2025

08/11/2025

08/08/2025

🌋 Ready to Explore Iceland Like Never Before? 🧊

Imagine standing at the edge of the world… soaking in steaming geothermal springs, marveling at black sand beaches, chasing waterfalls, and discovering Iceland’s rugged beauty—all while sailing in luxury aboard a Viking Ocean Cruise. 🚢✨

Viking’s 8-day “Iceland’s Natural Beauty” cruise is the perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Departing roundtrip from Reykjavík, you'll visit stunning ports like Akureyri, Ísafjörður, and Heimaey—all rich in Viking history, epic landscapes, and local charm.

🍽️ All-veranda staterooms
🍷 Wine & beer with meals
🚍 Shore excursions included in every port
🥂 Adults-only, small-ship elegance
🌌 And views you’ll never forget…

🧭 If Iceland is on your bucket list, THIS is how you do it.

📅 Now booking for 2026—plan ahead, and lock in the perfect sailing date before cabins fill up.

📲 Explore the itinerary, dates, and pricing here:
👉 https://www.vikingcruises.com/oceans/cruise-destinations/baltic/icelands-natural-beauty/index.html?startLocation=reykjavik&endLocation=reykjavik&year=2026

✈️ Need help planning your cruise, flights, pre-cruise stays, or post-cruise add-ons? Message me—this is what I do!

Let’s get you to Iceland, the Viking way. 🇮🇸💙

Discover Iceland’s majestic shores as you explore this northern isle’s coastal towns. Encounter unparalleled natural beauty and witness cascading waterfalls amid pristine fjord landscapes. Discover Viking heritage as you follow in the footsteps of intrepid explorer Leif Eriksson. Or observe the ...

08/06/2025

I want to give a big thank you to Juan & Karen Guerrero and Richard & Isabelle Gutierrez for booking their next tropical getaway with me! These two amazing couples are headed to the beautiful TRS Yucatan Hotel in Riviera Maya, and it’s going to be an unforgettable escape.

Set along the shores of Playa del Carmen, TRS Yucatan is an adults-only, all-inclusive retreat that blends luxurious comfort with natural beauty. Their stay includes a poolside junior suite where they can unwind in peace, and with gourmet dining, handcrafted cocktails, and pampering spa options all included, relaxation comes easy.

They’ll also enjoy full access to the neighboring Grand Palladium resorts, giving them even more dining options, pools, and entertainment to explore. Whether they’re lounging by the infinity pool, soaking in the ocean views, or dressing up for the incredible Chic Cabaret dinner show, every day will offer something new and exciting. And with all the resort perks they’re in for something truly special.

Thank you again, Juan, Karen, Richard, and Isabelle — I’m so happy you trusted me to help plan this amazing adventure. I can’t wait to see the memories you’ll create in paradise!

— Stormy
The Gallivanting Guru 🌴✈️

08/04/2025

1st night in Nashville!! Soo glad the weather is amazing!!!

07/30/2025

🌍✨ Italy is calling… and The Gallivanting Guru is answering! 🇮🇹💫

Take a peek at this dreamy escape through ancient ruins, sun-drenched coastlines, vibrant cities, and vineyard views 🍷⛪⛰️

This isn’t just a vacation. It’s your next unforgettable adventure, planned to perfection.

📌 Rome, Venice, Florence, Amalfi, and beyond — whether you're dreaming of pasta with a view, a sunset gondola ride, or walking in the footsteps of gladiators, I’ll help you turn your Italian dream into reality.

✨ Custom itineraries
✨ Group & solo travel
✨ Flights, hotels, guides, transfers — handled!
✨ All the little details you won’t want to stress over — covered.

🎥 Watch the video for inspiration, and when you’re ready to say “Ciao, Italia!” — message me and let’s plan your la dolce vita moment.

👇 Drop a 🍝 in the comments if Italy is on your bucket list — or tag your travel bestie!