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At Departures from Poolesville (agents with MainStreetAndMoreTravel), our mission is to create magical and seamless travel experiences that go beyond expectations. We specialize in crafting unforgettable adventures centered around the enchanting worlds of Disney and Universal Studios, cruises all over the globe, all-inclusive resorts, and a myriad of other travel opportunities. With a commitment t

o exceptional service and attention to detail, Departures from Poolesville strives to be your trusted partner in travel adventures, whether or not you call Poolesville home.

06/10/2026

Outlander filming locations - as promised!

I don't know about you, but I love me some James Alexander Malcolm MacKenzie Fraser, and well, Outlander on the whole. I even named one of our dogs Murtagh Fitzgibbons Fraser Johnson (so loyal, just like the character) and one of our cats Wee Fergus (sweet and spicy, just like that character)! I feel that qualifies me as a true Outlander fan.

While tripping along through the highlands, Ash and I stopped at quite a few filming locations. Um, we also touched stones. Lots of stones. Touched all the big stones we could find in fact, but as we're still here in 2026 and not in your history books, it's clear neither of us were transported. Fun fact - there are several areas of standing stones but none that look exactly as depicted in Craigh na dun (not a real place). Clava Cairns is one of these prehistoric areas with standing stones that we visited and touched - it's near Culloden. And even though it wasn't the fictional hillside - we still tried our best - just in case but to no avail 😭

For those Outlander fans -- tell us -- how many of these places do you recognize / can you name or place in Outlander context? Some are super easy, others, not so much. Looking forward to your guesses! Slainte!

06/06/2026

Janelle and Ashlie's Scotland trip installment 3: Old Sligachan Bridge, Portree, Highland Cows and Culloden!

While we were in Skye, we stopped at the Old Sligachan Bridge. The legend of that bridge is that there are fairies who will grant you eternal beauty if you submerge your face (that water is very cold) in the water under the bridge for 7 seconds. You cannot wipe your face after, it has to air dry and you can't bring water to your face - you must get down and put your face into the water -- those are the fairies' rules - not ours. Did we do it? **OF COURSE WE DID** but the videos are kind of long so go see it on our Instagram pages : ). Clearly there were people on the bridge who thought we were crazy but I think they were just clueless about the good fortune Ashlie and I were to receive from the fairies : )

Highland cows are about the coolest and cutest things ever and we loved seeing them and the many many sheep roaming around Scotland freely (sometimes in front of our car while we were at a stop sign).

We went to Portree, which you've likely seen on Istagram if you have a lot of Scotland in your feed - a really awesome tiny port community. Our hotel was the one in the painting. Sounds of bagpipes echoing everywhere. And yes, again - great vodka!

Included in this installment is also Culloden. The anniversary of the battle of Culloden was just after our visit - this is the site where the British effectively extinguished highlanders and their culture in a frighteningly short period of time.

I leave you with Culloden for now - next up - lots of Outlander things. Stay tuned! : )

06/03/2026

After taking in the sites of Glencoe, tasting gin and getting some much-needed rest, Ashlie and I set out for the Isle of Skye with some planned stops along the way.

Our first stop was the Glenfinnan Viaduct for a wee hike.

Many of you will recognize the very famous Jacobite Steam Train which is also featured in the Harry Potter films as the train to Hogwarts. It was beautiful there, and we were constantly surrounded by sounds of running water, chirping birds and views of endless lochs all around us. We had lunch in a very old train car that they had onsite there, toured the small museum before making our way up north (that was an unforgettable adventure we'll post next : ) ).

We stopped at Eilean Donan Castle that afternoon as we made our way toward the Isle of Skye - and we were lucky to have seen the castle when we did because it was closed for filming a few days later (Highlander I believe -- sadly we did not happen to run into Henry Cavill....)

06/02/2026

Ashlie and I have traveled many many times together and we *always* have a great time. Our most recent is way up there among our best trips / my favorites.

In April, we took off on an adventure to explore Scotland. Why? Um why NOT?! I was so burned out, decided a work hiatus was necessary, and a girls trip was the best way to get that restoration underway. Who better to do that with than one of my besties who happens to also be the best travel buddy ever?!

I'm going to do several posts about our adventures because there is too much for just one. If you follow either of us on instagram, you've already seen them so either ignore or enjoy again for a second time : ).

Our adventures began with a road trip through the Scottish Highlands - our first stop - Glencoe. GORGEOUS. We stayed in a very cool, old inn with a bar older than our country. The property is also a working distillery (bonus) so naturally we signed up for the gin making tour and tasting (you know, as travel agents, we need to experience things to share with our clients : ) ).

More to come from this STELLAR EXPERIENCE -- hope you enjoy our first stop : )

05/27/2026

There’s just something magical about Disney ✨🏰

Whether you’re planning a family vacation filled with unforgettable memories, character breakfasts, fireworks, and rides your kids will talk about forever — or the ultimate Disney girls trip full of matching ears, snacks around the world, resort hopping, and late-night laughs — I can help make it stress-free and FUN from start to finish.

As your travel planner, we will help with:
• Resort recommendations/reservations
• Park planning & itineraries
• Dining reservations
• LL tips and ride strategies
• Budget-friendly options
• Special celebrations & surprises
• Making the most out of every magical moment ✨

Disney can feel overwhelming to plan, but that’s where we come in! We love helping families and friend groups create trips that are exciting, organized, and completely customized to what YOU want.

From Main Street fireworks to magical castle photos and memories that last forever — Disney truly is one of the happiest places to experience together 💖

Let us help you plan the Disney trip you’ve been dreaming about! 🏰✨

04/21/2026

Yes — this is brand new (just announced today) and it’s a legit deal 👍

🚢 New Disney Cruise Deal: 50% OFF Kids (2026–2027)

Disney Cruise Line just launched a promotion called “Together at Sea” savings where:

* 👶 Kids (ages 17 and under) sail for 50% off
* 👨‍👩‍👧 Requires 2 full-paying adults in the same stateroom
* 🛏️ Discount applies to 3rd, 4th, and even 5th guests (kids)
* 📅 Valid on select sailings from October 2026 → March 2027

Reach out and we can help you price out your families next Disney Cruise!

01/25/2026

While most of us are now all knee deep in historically low temps and a whole lot of snow and ice, Joey and Steve are roughing it in Key Largo. : )

Joey can only hack winter and cold weather for so long before she needs to visit the sun -- thaw out and recharge. She sure did pick the best week to do that!

While we're shoveling and talking about whether the kids will go to school at all this week, as you can see in this part one post, she's chilling by the pool and having an espresso martini, Steve a beer and what looks to be some very tasty pie : ). Tomorrow they are snorkeling. I don't know about you but that sounds a lot better than what I'm doing.

If you need to get away, reach out. We'd love to help!

Enjoy your very well-timed trip to Key Largo! Bring some sun back with you xoxoox

01/12/2026

Di and Stephan take on Miami Part 2 - what a great tradition they've established!

I've just gotten the feedback from Di and Stephan's trip to Miami Beach for the holidays this past season. As you can see from these great pics, they enjoyed kayaking and time exploring flora and fauna, architecture, found some delicious vegan restaurants, and went SKYDIVING! This resort was comfortable, excellent views (as we saw in the earlier post) and in a great location though they did share they felt that their bar was raised after London and Key Largo last year - hard to keep up with those : )! Enjoy these shots from their adventures. Reach out to us if we can help organize your next adventure - we'd love to!

01/05/2026

🚨NEW Walt Disney World Offers for 2026 🚨

Disney just released two great ways to add value to your 2026 Walt Disney World vacation—especially if you’re planning a longer stay.

🎢 Add Free Days to Your Stay
Guests can receive two FREE room nights and two FREE theme park days when purchasing a select 4-night, 4-day (or longer) Walt Disney Travel Company room and ticket package.
That’s at least 6 days to enjoy the parks, slow down, relax at your resort, and really savor the Disney magic.

📅 Valid for visits most nights May 26 – September 15, 2026
🗓️ Booking window: January 6 – February 15, 2026🚨

🏨 Disney Resort Hotel Savings
Guests can save up to 30% on select Disney Resort hotels for stays most nights May 1 – October 4, 2026.
Offer details available beginning January 6, 2026.

✨ These offers are perfect for families who want more park time, a less rushed schedule, or extra resort days built in.

🍲Oh and let’s not forget that kids ages 3-9 eat for free when you add a Disney dining plan.

If you’re thinking about Disney in 2026, now is a great time to start the conversation and see which offer makes the most sense for your travel dates and priorities.

12/28/2025

They are traveling again!! Sharing an early installment of photos from Di and Stephan who have adopted a new tradition of spending some holiday time basking in the sun! They are in Miami Beach this time and report that the beach and water are glorious - but have a look and see if you agree! I sure did! More to come after their trip concludes! In the meantime, enjoy every moment Di and Stephan and don't forget your sunscreen!

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