Erin Houston with Favorite Grampy Travels

Erin Houston with Favorite Grampy Travels Travel Agent with Favorite Grampy Travels

08/18/2026

💡 Top Tip Tuesday: Avoid Hangry! Mobile Order BEFORE You're Hungry!

At Walt Disney World, don’t wait until everyone is starving to think about lunch! Many Quick-Service restaurants offer Mobile Food & Beverage Ordering right through the My Disney Experience app.

✨ My tip: Check available arrival windows earlier in the day and place your order ahead of time—especially during busy lunch and dinner hours. When your window arrives, tap “I’m Here, Prepare My Order” and spend less time waiting in line.

It’s one of those little planning tricks that can make a park day feel SO much smoother! 🏰📱🍔

Travel Advisor Tip: I help my clients with more than just where to stay—I share strategies like these so they know how to navigate Disney before they arrive. 💙

✨ JUST BOOKED! ⚡🧙‍♂️The R family is starting their Universal day with breakfast at the Leaky Cauldron!Want to know my fa...
08/16/2026

✨ JUST BOOKED! ⚡🧙‍♂️

The R family is starting their Universal day with breakfast at the Leaky Cauldron!

Want to know my favorite perk of this experience? On select mornings when Universal Studios Florida opens later than Islands of Adventure, breakfast guests can get into Diagon Alley before the park opens to regular guests. 😍

That means a nearly empty Diagon Alley, incredible photo opportunities, and a little extra Wizarding World magic before the crowds arrive. 🪄✨

Sometimes the best vacation experiences are the ones you didn't even know you could book! 💙

✨ FUN FACT F̶̶R̶̶I̶̶D̶̶A̶̶Y̶ WEDNESDAY: What does A113 mean? 🎬🔍It's only Wednesday, but I just have to share this Friday...
08/13/2026

✨ FUN FACT F̶̶R̶̶I̶̶D̶̶A̶̶Y̶ WEDNESDAY:
What does A113 mean? 🎬🔍

It's only Wednesday, but I just have to share this Friday Fun Fact a little early.

My son (6) has begun noticing little "Easter Eggs" sprinkled into Disney movies lately. I have started to share with him what they mean and where they come from. One we spotted tonight was the A113 in Incredibles 2 on the movie marquis.

Have you ever spotted A113 hiding in a Pixar movie? It’s one of Pixar’s longest-running Easter eggs!

🎓 A113 was a classroom at the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) where future animation legends studied—including filmmakers who went on to work at Pixar and Disney. Hiding the number became a fun way for animators to give a little nod to where it all began.

👀 Over the years, A113 has popped up in all kinds of sneaky places:
🚗 License plates in Toy Story and Cars
🐠 A diver’s camera in Finding Nemo
🤖 The A113 directive in WALL-E
🏹 Even disguised as Roman numerals in Brave!

And the Easter egg fun doesn’t stop with the movies—you can keep your eyes peeled for A113 references around the Disney Parks, too! 🏰

✨ Next time you watch a Pixar movie, see if you can spot A113!

Have you ever noticed it before? 👀

🚀 TOP TIP TUESDAY: Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger SpinWant to go from Astro Aviator to Galactic Hero on your next mission...
08/04/2026

🚀 TOP TIP TUESDAY: Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin

Want to go from Astro Aviator to Galactic Hero on your next mission? 👽🎯

Here are a few tricks to help you rack up a MUCH higher score:

⭐ Aim for the small, harder-to-hit targets. They’re often worth way more points than the big obvious ones.

🎯 Know the big-point targets! One of the best is the target on the inside of the robot’s left hand in the first room — keep firing at it!

🪄Bonus points if the target has a glowing circle around it!

🚀 Keep pulling the trigger! Don’t wait until you have the perfect shot. Fire constantly while you’re searching for those high-value targets.

🌀 Use that joystick! You control the direction of your ride vehicle, so spin yourself around to keep high-value targets in sight.

💡 Watch for your color laser dot. Finding your dot on the target makes it much easier to adjust your aim and hit it repeatedly.

553,700 vs. 33,700. Sorry, kiddo. Mom came to defeat Zurg. 💪🚀

✨ Top Tip: If you max out at 999,999 points, you’ve earned the coveted Galactic Hero status!

Want more Disney tips that actually make a difference on your park day? Follow along for next week’s !

✨ JUST BOOKED! ✨The "K" family's Walt Disney World vacation is officially on the calendar! 🏰💙This was a last-minute, fir...
07/28/2026

✨ JUST BOOKED! ✨

The "K" family's Walt Disney World vacation is officially on the calendar! 🏰💙

This was a last-minute, first-time Disney trip, and like so many families, they had one statement...

"We have no idea where to start."

And honestly? That's completely normal.

Disney vacations are so much more than picking a hotel and buying tickets. There are over 25 Disney resorts, different ticket options, Lightning Lanes, Early Entry, transportation, dining reservations, and so many details that can feel overwhelming.

That's where I come in.

Before they booked, we talked through:
🏨 Which resort fit their family's budget and vacation style
🎢 Whether Lightning Lanes would be worth it for their trip
🎟️ The best ticket option for how many park days they wanted
📅 A personalized plan so they know what to expect each day
❓ Every question they had—without spending hours trying to figure it all out on their own

By the time we finished, they felt excited instead of overwhelmed.

That's my goal for every client.

If Disney feels confusing, you don't have to figure it out alone. I'll help simplify the process, explain your options in plain English, and create a vacation plan that's right for your family.

💙 Let's make planning the easiest part of your Disney vacation!

Want to know a secret???Most guests walk right past it without realizing it's one of Walt Disney World's best-kept secre...
07/28/2026

Want to know a secret???

Most guests walk right past it without realizing it's one of Walt Disney World's best-kept secrets.

Harambe House is the Animal Kingdom home of Club 33—Disney's ultra-exclusive private membership club.

Hidden in the Africa section near Festival of the Lion King, this members-only lounge offers an elegant retreat inspired by East African architecture, complete with upscale dining, themed décor, and a peaceful escape from the crowds. Each of the four Walt Disney World theme parks has its own unique Club 33 location, but Harambe House is often considered one of the most beautifully themed.

While most of us will never step inside, it's fun knowing that one of Disney's biggest secrets is hiding in plain sight!

✨ Next time you're in Animal Kingdom, see if you can spot Harambe House as you explore the Africa section.

Did you already know about this hidden gem? Let me know in the comments! 👇🐘🦒

Do you see what I see?
07/27/2026

Do you see what I see?

🚢 Today is an exciting day!I'm about to step aboard Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas for a ship tour! ✨One of the best...
07/26/2026

🚢 Today is an exciting day!

I'm about to step aboard Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas for a ship tour! ✨

One of the best parts of my job is experiencing these ships firsthand so I can give my clients real, honest recommendations—not just information from a brochure.

Today I'll be checking out:
⭐ Staterooms
🍽️ Dining options
🎭 Entertainment venues
🏊 Pools and family spaces
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Features for couples, families, and multigenerational groups

If you've been curious about Star of the Seas or are wondering whether it's the right fit for your next vacation, follow along! I'll be sharing photos, videos, and my favorite discoveries throughout the day.

What do you want to see most? Let me know in the comments! ⚓🌊

Tell me! What vacation destination completely exceeded your expectations? I'll start. Royal Caribbean's private island i...
07/23/2026

Tell me! What vacation destination completely exceeded your expectations?

I'll start. Royal Caribbean's private island in the Bahamas, CocoCay.

White sand, crystal clear water, giant stingrays right by the beach, delightful cocktails and incredible service. I would go back in a heartbeat.

If you told me a year ago I would finally be realizing a dream of mine and making memories happen for families, I would ...
07/15/2026

If you told me a year ago I would finally be realizing a dream of mine and making memories happen for families, I would have said, no it's just a dream. Reviews like this are the pinch me moment!

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