Alyssa Tinder Travel an Academy Travel Affiliate

09/21/2026

✨ WHAT. A. WEEKEND!! ✨

A few vacations officially went from “we should really plan something” to IT’S BOOKED! 🙌🏼✈️🌴🚢

And I’m SO excited for each of these travelers! There is nothing better than getting to help families and couples plan something they’re going to look forward to for months… and then getting to see those vacation photos and smiles when they’re finally there! 🥰

Here’s a peek at what I’ve been booking lately 👇🏼

🎄 Walt Disney World – Port Orleans French Quarter
A sweet couple is heading to Disney during the most magical time of year! They’ll be soaking up all the Christmas decorations, holiday entertainment and that extra-special Disney magic. ✨🎅🏼

🎁 Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
This AMAZING family took advantage of the 20% off room promotion and decided to give their family the gift of Disney this Christmas! And honestly… what better gift is there than making memories together? ❤️🏰

🚢 Royal Caribbean – 6-Night Cruise
Did someone say COUPLES TRIP?! 😍
This group decided it was time to get away, reconnect, have some fun and let someone else do the cooking for a few days! 😂 They’ll be sailing from destination to destination with plenty of time to relax, explore and make some memories together.

🌴 Playa Mujeres
YES PLEASE! 🙋🏼‍♀️
Spring Break is getting a serious upgrade for this family! They’re headed to Playa Mujeres for a little luxury, sunshine, relaxation and family time. 🌊☀️🍹

And this is exactly why I LOVE what I do. ❤️
No two vacations look the same, and I get to help make each one a little easier, more organized and tailored to the people traveling.

Have a trip you’ve been dreaming about? ✈️🌴🏰🚢

Let’s make it happen! Send me a message and let’s start planning. 💕

09/11/2026

In moments of silence, memories and “where were you’s” may we remember a nation who stood together. Let’s honor those lost, those who fought and those we never found 💙❤️💙❤️

09/08/2026

🎄✨ ONE OF THE MOST MAGICAL EPCOT HOLIDAY TRADITIONS IS BACK! ✨🎄

If you’ve never experienced the Candlelight Processional at EPCOT, add this one to your Disney holiday bucket list! ❤️

From November 27–December 30, 2026, the America Gardens Theatre comes alive with a beautiful retelling of the Christmas story featuring a celebrity narrator, a 51-piece orchestra, the Voices of Liberty, and a choir of more than 150 singers. 🎶🕯️

And this year’s celebrity lineup is SO good! 👀

✨ Auli‘i Cravalho
✨ Gary Sinise
✨ Whoopi Goldberg
✨ Robin Roberts — NEW!
✨ Jason Kelce — NEW!
✨ Neil Patrick Harris
✨ Lauren Daigle
✨ Ralph Macchio
✨ Henry Winkler
✨ Lacey Chabert — NEW!
✨ Jodi Benson
✨ Simu Liu
✨ Eva Longoria

There are also two dates still to be announced!

The show runs three times each evening — 4:45 PM, 6:30 PM & 8:00 PM. 🎄

🎁 And here’s my biggest tip: If Candlelight Processional is on your must-do list, consider a Candlelight Processional Dining Package. It combines a meal at select EPCOT restaurants with guaranteed seating for the show, which can be a huge help during this very popular time of year.

This is one of those Disney experiences that just FEELS like Christmas. 🥹❤️ The music, the candles, the orchestra, the voices and the beautiful storytelling make it such a special holiday tradition.

So… WHO would you want to see narrate the Candlelight Processional?! 👇

📲 If you’re dreaming of a Disney holiday, let me help you plan the details — including dining packages, park days and all those magical holiday extras!

09/01/2026

🍴✨ MY 2026 EPCOT FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL MUST-TRIES! ✨🍴

If you’re heading to EPCOT for the Food & Wine Festival, come hungry… because there is SO much to try! 🤤🌎

With Global Marketplaces serving up food from around the world, it can be a little overwhelming deciding what’s actually worth stopping for. So here are a few that would be on MY list! 👇🏼

⭐️ Gyozas of the Galaxy
🌽 Street Corn-style Dumplings — chicken dumplings with tomatillo salsa verde, street corn salad, cotija, lime crema & cilantro

⭐️ Hops & Barley
🥩 Smoked Brisket & Cheddar Melt — smoked brisket, caramelized onions, BBQ sauce & cheddar sauce on a potato roll

⭐️ Australia
🍤 Grilled Bushberry-spiced Shrimp Skewer with sweet-and-sour vegetables & coconut-chile sauce

⭐️ Forest & Field
🎃 Pumpkin-Mascarpone Ravioli — because pumpkin + pasta = YES PLEASE! 😍

⭐️ The Alps
🧀 Kirschwasser Torte — cherry-brandy buttercream, sugared almonds & cherry compote

⭐️ Brew-Wing
🍗 Garlic-Parmesan Wings
🌶️ Korean BBQ Wings
🥒 Fried Pickle Spears with dill ranch

And don’t forget the SWEETS! 🍰🍫🍦

There are also plenty of festival-exclusive desserts, drinks and returning favorites to try as you make your way around World Showcase.

💡 My biggest tip: Don’t try to eat a full meal at every stop! Grab a few small bites, share with your group and keep moving. That way you can sample WAY more of what the festival has to offer!

And if you’re traveling with kids, this is actually one of my favorite ways to make EPCOT feel like an adventure — let everyone pick something they’ve never tried before! 🌎❤️

📍 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
🗓️ August 27 – November 21, 2026

Okay, foodie friends… WHAT ARE YOU TRYING FIRST?! 👇🏼🤤

And if a Disney Food & Wine Festival trip sounds like your kind of vacation, send me a message! I’d love to help you plan it! ✨🏰

08/31/2026

🍴🌍 FOODIES, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU! 🌍🍴

One of my FAVORITE times to visit EPCOT is here… the 2026 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival! 🥂✨

Running August 27–November 21, EPCOT basically turns into one giant foodie adventure with flavors from around the world! 🌎

And this year is extra special because the festival is celebrating its 30th anniversary! 🎉

Here’s what you can look forward to:

🍽️ Global Marketplaces — small bites and specialty drinks inspired by countries and cultures around the world

🧀 Emile’s Fromage Montage — because a Disney cheese crawl sounds like a pretty great way to spend the day! Purchase 5 featured cheese dishes, collect your stamps and earn a special festival treat. 🧀

🐭 Remy’s Hide & Squeak — a fun scavenger hunt around EPCOT that the kids can join in on!

🎶 Eat to the Beat Concert Series — live music while you snack your way around World Showcase

🍰 And SO many sweet, savory and downright delicious dishes to try!

Some of this year’s NEW offerings include Basil Pesto Chicken Dumplings at Gyozas of the Galaxy and a Smoked Brisket & Cheddar Melt at Hops & Barley… and there are plenty of returning favorites too! 🤤

And honestly, this is one of those Disney experiences where I recommend going in with a plan. There is WAY too much food to try in one day! 😂

If you’re thinking about a fall Disney World trip, this is your sign to add EPCOT Food & Wine to the itinerary! 🍷🍴✨

Who would you want to do a Food & Wine Festival day with?! 👇🏼

And if you’re ready to start planning your next Disney vacation, send me a message! I’d love to help you put together a trip that includes all the magic… and ALL the snacks. 😉✨

08/30/2026

08/26/2026

✨ 2027 DISNEYLAND VACATIONS ARE HERE! ✨

If Disneyland is on your family’s wish list for 2027, it’s officially time to start planning! 🏰✨

Walt Disney Travel Company vacation packages and Disneyland Resort Hotel room-only reservations for 2027 visits are now available! 🎉

That means we can start planning those magical Disneyland getaways for arrivals January 1–December 31, 2027. 💙

And you know I’m always going to say this… the earlier we start planning, the better! 😉 Whether you’re dreaming of a first Disneyland trip, a family getaway, celebrating something special, or just ready for some Disney magic, I’d love to help you put it all together.

🏰 Resort stay
🎟️ Park tickets
✨ Disney magic
🍽️ Dining
🎉 Special experiences
…and all those little details that make a Disney vacation extra special!

Already thinking about fall or winter 2026 instead? There are also some great Disneyland offers available right now!

If Disneyland has been on your family’s 2027 bucket list, let’s get those vacation dreams on the calendar! 🏰✨

📩 Send me a message and let’s start planning your 2027 Disney vacation!

08/24/2026

🎄🎃🕎 CARIBBEAN HOLIDAY CRUISES ARE CALLING! 🛳️🌴

Why spend the holidays bundled up at home when you could be celebrating with sunshine, palm trees, incredible food and the magic of a cruise?! ☀️🌊

Imagine waking up on a beautiful Caribbean island, enjoying festive activities onboard, and making unforgettable family memories—all while your vacation takes you somewhere new each day! ✨

🎃 Halloween at Sea — Get into the spooky spirit with festive entertainment, decorations, activities and plenty of Halloween fun for the whole family.

🦃 Thanksgiving Cruises — Skip the stress of cooking and cleaning! Enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving feast while cruising through the Caribbean and let the cruise line take care of the rest.

🕎 Hanukkah Celebrations — Celebrate the season with special traditions and festive experiences while enjoying a tropical getaway.

🎄 Christmas Cruises — Experience the magic of Christmas at sea with holiday decorations, festive entertainment, special meals, activities and plenty of opportunities to make magical family memories.

🎉 New Year’s Eve at Sea — Ring in the New Year somewhere unforgettable! Enjoy celebrations, entertainment, countdown festivities and a whole lot of fun as you sail into the new year.

And the best part? You get the holiday magic AND a tropical vacation all in one! 🌴✨

Whether you’re looking for a new family tradition, a stress-free holiday getaway, or simply want to trade snow and cold weather for sunshine and turquoise water, a Caribbean holiday cruise could be the perfect fit.

🛳️ Holiday cruises can fill quickly, especially around Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s, so now is a great time to start planning.

✨ Ready to make your next holiday celebration one you’ll never forget?

Let’s start planning your holiday at sea! 🌴🛳️🎄

08/12/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN TIME AT DISNEYLAND = FOODIE HEAVEN! 👻🎃

If you needed another reason to visit Disneyland during Halloween Time… THE FOOD. 😍🍴

From August 21 through October 31, 2026, Disneyland Resort is serving up a frightfully delicious lineup of limited-time treats, drinks, desserts and savory bites that are almost too cute to eat… almost! 👀🎃

🍫 Rest in Chocolate – Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor
🧀 BooGogi Beef Toasted with Corn Cheese Soup – Jolly Holiday Bakery Cafe
❤️ Villainous Red Velvet Cake – Plaza Inn
🎃 Grizzly Pumpkin Cold Brew Latte – Hungry Bear Barbecue Jamboree

And that’s just the beginning! There are SO many Halloween-inspired food and drink offerings popping up throughout the parks, along with spooky décor, entertainment and characters dressed in their Halloween best. 🕷️✨

And over at Disney California Adventure, Plaza de la Familia returns August 21–November 2 for a beautiful celebration of Día de los Mu***os. 💀🌼 Guests can enjoy special entertainment and limited-time foods inspired by Disney and Pixar’s Coco while celebrating the everlasting bonds of familia. ❤️

🎃 Would you be planning your Disneyland day around the rides… or the food?! 😂

If Disneyland during Halloween Time is on your family’s bucket list, let’s get it planned! ✈️🏰🎃

08/11/2026

🚢✨ DISNEY CRUISE LINE SAVINGS ARE HERE! ✨🚢

🎉 NEW DATES ADDED🎉

A magical adventure is calling! 🏝️🛳️ And if you’ve been dreaming about a Disney Cruise, this is a great time to start planning!

💰 Save up to $500 per Guest on select Disney Cruise Line sailings when you book by August 30, 2026!

📅 Valid on select sailings from October 1, 2026 – March 26, 2027

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Up to 5 Guests can share the savings in the same stateroom!

For example, a family of 3 sailing on select 7-night itineraries could save up to $1,500 total! 😍

And the timing is PERFECT for some extra Disney magic! 🎃🎄

✨ Celebrate Halloween on the high seas
✨ Soak up the holiday magic
✨ Make unforgettable family memories together

These sailings include select itineraries aboard the Disney Treasure & Disney Fantasy from Florida and the Disney Wonder from San Diego.

If a Disney Cruise has been on your family’s wish list, let’s see what’s available and how much you could save! 💙⚓️

📩 Send me a message and I’ll help you find the perfect sailing for your family!