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5 reasons why you need a Disney Travel Agent

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Why to use a Disney Travel Agent

Planning a Disney vacation? It can be overwhelming! There is so much information out there, it’s difficult to know where to start. Even if you’ve planned a Disney vacation before, things are always changing and it’s hard to keep up. That’s where working with a Disney Travel Agent comes in.

If you’re thinking “Amy, I thought you specialized in Hawaii travel?!” I do! Don’t forget, Disney’s Aulani Resort is actually in Hawaii. 😉 I’ve also lived in both Southern California and Florida and I am a graduate of the Disney College of Knowledge. So yes, I do book travel beyond just Hawaii!

I also specialize in Florida travel for families and honeymoons as well as Mexico, the Caribbean and other islands/tropical destinations. I already have a post about why to work with a Travel Agent in 2019 and I highly recommend that you check it out. However, this post is about all things Disney and why to use a Disney Travel Agent.

Here are 5 reasons why you need a Disney Travel Agent.

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How to save money on a Hawaii vacation

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Visiting Hawaii isn’t cheap. With that in mind, it is possible to save money on a Hawaii vacation. I always tell my clients to expect to spend no less than $5000. Yes, you might be able to spend less but cooking ramen noodles outside of my tent is not how I want to spend my vacation.

This post isn’t about travel hacking using your credit card points or how to have a miserable (but cheap!) vacation. You can find posts about those things elsewhere. This post is about realistic ways to save money on a Hawaii vacation – while still enjoying yourself!

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7 Best Big Island resorts

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The 7 best Big Island Resorts

The majority of the best resorts on the Big Island are located on the Kona side of the island. This is the dry side and closer to the Kona airport. While Hilo does have an airport, you will most likely fly into Kona. The Kona Airport is north of Kona and south of Waikoloa.

Most of the resorts on the island are north of Kona and located on the Kohala Coast. An area that is dry and sunny almost every day of the year. While you may see some recommendations advising to stay on different parts of the island during your trip, I recommend staying in the Kona/Waikoloa/Kohala area. While the while Big Island is big, everything is easily accessible as a day trip.

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The questions you’re afraid to ask about Hawaii

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Hawaii FAQ | Common tourist questions

Where is Waikiki? Will I get attacked by a shark in Hawaii? Does it rain a lot in Hawaii? There are a lot of questions that people are afraid to ask about Hawaii. Now there’s no such thing as a dumb question, but, there are some that are pretty interesting! This guide will cover some common tourist questions about Hawaii, including the ones that you might be afraid to ask!

Update: I made a video version of this post. If you enjoy videos, you’ll love it!

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10 best things to do on Oahu

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10 best things to do in Oahu

It’s finally here! The 10 best things to do in Oahu has been highly requested and a long time coming. There are so many fun things to do on Oahu, it was hard to list just ten. Since there’s so much in the Waikiki area, I’ll be writing a separate post about the best things to do in Waikiki.

If you’re just starting to plan your Hawaii vacation, I’d love to help you! I am a travel agent specializing in Hawaii travel, and I’d love to help you make your vacation amazing. I have a blog post about the benefits of working with a travel agent, so make sure to check that out. In short, planning your Hawaii vacation with a travel agent can save money, but also time!

Let’s get to the best things to do on Oahu. If you’re looking for more things to do on other islands, don’t forget to read all the way to the bottom where I have links to my best things to do on Maui, Kauai and the Big Island!

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