Sarah Holland, Magical Moments Vacations

15/10/2025

Ten years ago RIGHT NOW I was in a plane, heading to Orlando, and about to take my first ride on the APM at MCO, hop on the Disney’s Magical Express, and sleep at Disney’s Port Orleans - French Quarter Resort.

I had always wanted to visit but had several chances just slip away (my senior year of high school - I was supposed to be leading the marching band down Main Street USA and plans changed to Colonial Williamsburg after 4 years of expecting WDW!) I knew at some point the castle was a cake; but WDW to me was the animated movies. I really didn’t know what truly was there (though I did research!)

I didn’t expect to cry when I saw the castle. Or when I met Ariel. Or run around for 14 hours non stop, enough so that I exhausted my parents and we had to get a scooter for my dad! Even though I was in my early 30s, I got to be the kid in the park with my parents.

First Dole Whip. Saw Mark McGrath perform at Food & Wine. Rope dropped. Got sick on Mission Space Orange (NEVER AGAIN). Rode buses and boats and monorails and trains. Realized there were so many different resorts. Teared up when I left because I didn’t know how that trip would affect me.

Funniest part? I DID NOT KNOW PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN MOVIE WAS BASED ON THE RIDE UNTIL THIS VISIT. And I was obsessed with the original three movies! (Yes I know it was probably based on DL’s and not WDW’s)

I didn’t expect to fall in love with this place. To cry when I meet Mickey Mouse (every time, always), to love a place built on make believe, but become obsessed with how it operates.

I never thought I would come back. I didn’t realize people visited multiple times. But six months later, I hopped a plane and headed back - and here we are today.

Happy Ten Years of Disney to me. And to many more ✨🏰🥳

13/10/2025

Starting Monday off with some vacay inspo for your brain - ever wanted to go on vacation but have truly your own house, but all the amenities of an all-inclusive resort?

Sandals Resorts has just the thing for you! Their Rondovals are mini-houses, with delightful amenities (butler service, private pools or swim up pools), and tons of space perfect for you and your cutie to reconnect.

You can find the Rondovals at:

Sandals South Coast (Jamaica)
Sandals Dunn's River (Jamaica)
Sandals Grenada (Grenada)
Sandals Grande Antigua (Antigua)
Sandals Grande St. Lucian (St. Lucia)
Sandals Royal Barbados (Barbados)
Sandals Royal Curacao (Curacao)

I'm excited for a honeymoon couple who will experience these next month!

06/10/2025

Happy Monday!

This is the not-so-glamorous side of travel.
Computer - noise cancelling headphones - paper and pen - going over to do lists / emails / itineraries / you name it.

But, this is what I like to do! And those hours in front of the computer = great memories for folks

So, never be swayed by folks who preach this as a get rich quick side hustle.

Being a travel advisor means continuing education, project management, business processes, and great communication skills.

You will never see me preaching anything but that. (But you might see me yapping on about the importance of getting away from the routine and enjoying life!)

04/10/2025

A question I get is: should I have a passport for my cruise?

You are required to have a valid passport when leaving on a cruise from the United States that doesn't return to the same starting point OR for any cruise that leaves from another country.

BUT

Watching the line I encountered, when getting off a cruise ship last month, for all the guests with birth certificates/photo ID vs the passport line? I skipped approximately 900 people and saved myself over an hour of waiting, because I walked off the ship and had my passport /photo scanned.

Make life easier on yourself. If you're cruising, get a passport!

01/10/2025

Happiest of birthday wishes to two theme park icons - Magic Kingdom and Epcot!

Magic Kingdom opened on October 1, 1971, and Epcot followed on October 1, 1982.

The Cinderella Castle and Spaceship Earth are the two things everyone remembers about both - they’re some of the most photographed items on Earth!

I think they both look great, day or night 📸

30/09/2025

Christmas at Disneyland or Christmas at Walt Disney World? It's a tough decision, but you can enjoy unique decor, speciality foods, and great photos. Which would you prefer?

29/09/2025

It's getting close to October, and while you are probably in full on pumpkin mode - don't forget that there's more holiday travel coming too!

Universal Orlando Resort has their iconic Macy's Christmas Parade at Universal Studios Florida, and Universal's Islands of Adventure has Grinchmas, where you can meet your favorite green grump and celebrate the holidays with him

Both are included with your visit to each park 🎄

25/09/2025

Happy Dole Whip Appreciation Day 🍍

Whether you enjoy the original soft serve or you love the float or all the variations - this is your day!

Check out some pics from the Tropical Hideaway at Disneyland Park - where you can get your Dole Whip and more on in a very adorable way 🥰

23/09/2025

Love short 3/4 night Bahamas cruises, but need something else to do when you're in Nassau? If you're sailing Royal Caribbean - the newest excursion will pick you up from your ship dock!

Royal Beach Club, on Paradise Island, opens this December - and it's the perfect all-inclusive beach club option for your day in the heart of the Bahamas. Massive pools, sandy beaches, adult-only area and family-friendly area...it's got it made just for you!

If you're doing a Royal Caribbean cruise that involves Nassau, you can even bundle a drink package with an admission to Royal Beach Club too 🧉🌞🏖️

Royal Caribbean is booking their vacations through 2027, so if you're thinking of some sailing the high seas with a bit of flair and fun, let's touch base and see what we can find for you and your crew.

22/09/2025

A trip that I get asked about a lot is always an Alaskan cruise! - it's a great bucket list adventure, but did you know that you can combine the land AND the sea to create an even bigger exploration of our 49th state?

Check out this week's post, and learn a little more about our most northern state.

let's go mine for gold and pat a husky puppy on the head in alaska

19/09/2025

Get your own ship selfie on when you take advantage of Disney Cruise Line’s limited time offer on cruising!

Select sailings have 40% cruise fare when you book a guaranteed stateroom with restrictions (DCL picks your stateroom location)

Booking offer window: Sept 19-25, 2025

Ships: Dream, Wish, Fantasy, Magic

Sail Dates: 10/17/25 -12/17/25

Contact me for more info!

14/09/2025

Live entertainment is great - and there were so many options on the Mardi Gras. My favorite thing was being at the Center Stage theater, a multilevel theater open to everyone, with seats that literally had you inside the action.

I spent my last night on the ship in the front row for the Vegas Nights show, and to see the aerial work fly over me during the performance was pretty awesome!

Sad to leave this balcony room and head out home - but this was a great visit onto a fun ship - I love visiting different cruise lines and ships, it helps give me a best insight for my travelers, so I know what is a great option to help maximize their vacation time!