There’s so much planning that goes into a Walt Disney World vacation that it all may seem a bit overwhelming… now imagine visiting the parks, but with a guest who has a disability; Autism to be exact. That’s exactly how my family traveled to WDW the week of 1/18-1/24/2023.

As part of a select Luxury Travel Advisor group hosted by TravelPulse and the Dominican Republic’s Tourism Board, I had the pleasure of spending 2 nights at the highly sought-after Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic. Now, I have heard a lot about this property prior to my arrival, both from industry colleagues, suppliers, and some clients, so you could say I had a pre-conceived idea about it prior to my arrival. This review is my account of the personal experiences I had and a direct comparison of what I’ve thought vs what I’ve learned about this resort.

For those who know me, you know that I am an avid Disney fan and have spent a lot of time in the parks on both coasts. I like to keep up to speed on all things pertaining to Disney and plan my clients' park experiences as if they were my own.

Just 15 miles off the coast of S. America lies the small island of Aruba. Best known for its white sand beaches and crystal-clear waters, Aruba has been consistently earning its place on the Best Beaches of the World lists. With direct flights from many US gateways, this destination attracts a high amount of return visitors each year. This year I wanted to experience it for myself, and I took my husband and two small daughters on a family vacation to Riu Palace Aruba.

Surrounded by mountains, some of them so big, that we easily confused them with clouds - every site was majestic.

Traveling to Disney World with kids is fun, but traveling with them while pregnant is a game changer!

I have been working in the travel industry for over 18 years and have had my share of travel, but somehow the idea of cruising never excited me. A lot of questions surrounding sustainability, responsibility and ethical travel practices came to mind, and for me most of it was at odds with taking a cruise.