Monday, May 10, 2021
Hawaii Says You Deserve a Vacation
Tuesday, March 9, 2021
Destination Florida! Summer Vacation Plans Await
Whether you're thinking of staying in a lush tropical resort, beach condo, a cute bungalow somewhere near the water, or at one of the many incredible vacation homes available to rent, I can help!
Or perhaps you want more thrills and fun at Universal Orlando or Walt Disney World...I can help with that too. Don't let the agency name fool you...we are SO MUCH MORE than simply cruises.
I love helping people find amazing adventures and experiences to create memories for a lifetime through land vacations, as well as cruises. Want to know more? Just ask!
Sunday, February 28, 2021
Time for a Land Vacation?
After a year of covid, if you're ready to get out and explore once again, I'm ready to help you plan your next adventure. Now booking, land trips all across the USA (including theme parks, cabins, beach vacations & condos, Alaska, Hawaii, & much more), along with cruises for when they start sailing again. Caribbean & Mexico getaways and all-inclusive resorts too!
Saturday, February 27, 2021
Did You Know We Can Book That? BEACH VACATIONS & RENTALS
FacebookLive... I Need Some Help...
As shared via FacebookLive this morning... I need some help, please!
Tuesday, February 2, 2021
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
Happy March! Where Will Your Next Adventure Take You?
It's March, and here are some fabulous things to consider for your next vacation. I'd be happy to help you score some of these great experiences!
Saturday, February 22, 2020
We're Growing Again - Announcing the Addition of New Travel Advisors to the Team
Christopher Lingren, Local Cruise Planners Travel Agency Franchise Owner, Expands His Team Once Again
(NOBLESVILLE, Indiana) – Feb 19, 2020 – Christopher Lingren, Cruise Planners travel agency franchise owner, announced today he has expanded his team with two new agents, Tiffany Hufferd, of New Orleans, Louisiana; and Rob Doenges, of Fishers, Indiana. The local travel agency is part of Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative, the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network. Lingren and his team of four travel advisors offer travelers exclusive pricing on a wide range of cruise and destination wedding packages, private cruise sales, as well as cabin upgrades. The team also offers special amenities such as shore excursions, discounted fares, travel gifts, and more. As a new Cruise Planners travel advisor, Hufferd is specializing in adventures in Southeast Asia, Australia, LGBTQ vacations, Destination Weddings, and Surprise Getaways; while Doenges is specializing in Cruises, Beach Vacations, Sports Travel, Theme Parks, LGBTQ vacations, and Woodsy Getaways.
“Everyone travels, and it’s important to use a trusted travel advisor to get the most value out of a vacation,” Lingren said. “As travel experts, my team and I take the stress and hassle out of planning all types of vacations for our clients. We make professional recommendations based on value, destination, group size, and seasonality, among other things to customize the best and most memorable vacation possible. Since Cruise Planners has achieved top producer status with every major cruise line and with many key travel partners, we have the resources and connections to provide our customers with the best value along with our expertise and personal touches.”
The cruising trend is always evolving and today’s cruisers are more diverse than ever. From the adventurous youth to the laid-back relaxed type, there is something for everyone. Many travelers are experiencing culturally immersive European river cruises, which is increasingly popular for savvy travelers. No matter the cruise line or destination, cruises offer a satisfying, convenient and value-oriented way to travel.
Many travelers are also opting to go on land-based vacations, enjoy all-inclusive resort stays, explore foreign countries on guided tours and experience high-adventure trips worldwide.
“As a Cruise Planners franchise, we sell complete vacation packages from exotic getaways to romantic retreats and culturally immersive European experiences to customized African safaris, Polar Expeditions, Alaskan adventures, and more, and of course cruises,” Lingren said. “Some people want to go on a cruise one year, then a land-based vacation the next – I offer a one-stop-shop for all things travel with trusted travel expertise and a personalized touch.”
As an American Express Travel Services Representative agency, Cruise Planners offers special programs for both American Express cardholders and non-cardholders, offering even more added value to vacationers.
About Cruise Planners
Cruise Planners, an independently owned and operated home-based franchise, is part of the American Express Travel Representative network and the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise company in the travel industry. Cruise Planners’ travel professionals independently book amazing vacation and travel experiences for their clients around the world. Cruise Planners franchise owner Christopher Lingren is based in Noblesville, Indiana with additional agents locally, as well as Reidsville, North Carolina, and now New Orleans, Louisiana, and Fishers, Indiana specializing in adventure and expedition travel. For more information, please visit www.icanshowyoutheworld.vacations.
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Tuesday, December 13, 2016
Cancun Is Calling While the Snow is Falling
To my midwest peeps... The temperatures continue to drop, and the snow is falling turning our area into a wintry playground. If that gets you down, call us to help you get some vitamin sea instead! Whether you're thinking of an all-inclusive resort, a cruise, a Disney or Universal visit, or simply a vacation rental by the ocean, at Cruise Planners, we are your land & cruise experts and can help you "seas" the day and beat the pending old man winter blues. Winter is just beginning. Let us help you plan a great getaway for January or February when the cold is at its worst! Call 317.776.1733 or visit our website at www.icanshowyoutheworld.vacations We'd love to help you find the perfect winter getaway.
Friday, May 31, 2013
Featured Foto Friday - Aulani Recreation
Thursday, April 18, 2013
Tips on Thursday - Love Happens
Friday, September 7, 2012
Featured Foto Friday - Disney's Vero Beach Resort
This view is from the room that I had at Disney's Vero Beach Resort last December. I was staying in a studio room in the main building, directly overlooking the ocean. It was my first stay at Vero Beach, and definitely one that made me want to return again. I love the ocean, and any time I have an ocean view room, my stay at any hotel or resort is automatically better!
Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Today in Disney Parks and Resorts History - Aulani Opens
Friday, August 17, 2012
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Sunday, April 1, 2012
Sunday Spotlight - Disney's Vero Beach Resort
- Deluxe Studios are 375 square feet and can accommodate up to 4 guests, plus 1 child under age 3 in a crib. They include a kitchenette, 2 queen-size beds and a private porch or balcony.
- 1-Bedrooms are 880 square feet, and can accommodate up to 5 guests, plus 1 child under age 3 in a crib. They include a fully equipped kitchen, washer & dryer, king-size bed in the master bedroom, a queen-size sleeper sofa plus a sleeper chair in the living room, whirlpool tub in the master bathroom, and a private porch or balcony.
- 2-Bedrooms are 1,255 square feet, and can accommodate up to 9 guests, plus 1 child under 3 in a crib. They offer all that a 1-Bedroom has plus a 2nd bedroom with 2 queen-size.
- 3-Bedroom Beach Cottages are 2,175 square feet, and can accommodate up to 12 guests, plus 1 child under 3 in a crib. They offer all of the amenities of the 2-Bedroom, plus they include a 3rd bedroom with 2 queen-size beds, a full dining room, additional private balcony and are 2-story rooms.
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Sunday, January 29, 2012
Sunday Spotlight - Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa
From the 10th Floor, looking out to the ocean |
- Menehune Bridge – an interactive water play area which features interactive water elements, 3 slides and a climbing structure
- Two sparkling pools & four unique hot tubs
- Two waterslides, Tubestone Curl – an inner tube slide for 1 or 2 guests at a time, and Volcanic Vertical – a single rider body slide
- Rainbow Reef – a snorkeling experience at the largest inland snorkeling reef on the island (this is a fee-based activity)
- Makai Preserve – a conservation lagoon where guests can interact with stingrays and other marine life (this is a fee-based activity)
- Pau Hana Room – video gaming, foosball, board games, storytelling, TV viewing area and arts & crafts (some but not all activities are fee-based)
- Aunty’s Beach House – this fun-filled destination for the kids is a place of discovery, magic and exploration where kids can learn about the Hawaiian culture while they play. Supervised playtime at Aunty’s Beach House allows mom and dad the opportunity to spend some adult time on the beach, at a romantic dinner or any other excursions of their choice.
- Located directly across the street from the resort, is the Ko Olina Golf Club, and discounted greens fees are available for resort guests.
Riding the Waikalohe Stream |
Menehune Bridge |
One of four distinctive hot tubs |
- ’Ama ‘Ama, a table-service restaurant offers spectacular ocean-front views for breakfast, lunch & dinner. Seafood is plentiful on the menu, along with traditional Hawaiian specialities.
- Makahiki, offers an all-you-care-to enjoy breakfast and dinner buffet, and features a character breakfast, Aunty’s Character Breakfast at the Makahiki, currently offered on Saturdays, Sundays and Wednesdays. The food selection includes a generous mix of Hawaiian, Japanese and Chinese fare.
- One Paddle, Two Paddle, is a counter-service location with a variety of delightful Hawaiian dishes, fresh made sandwiches and wraps.
- Off the Hook is a colorful, pool and beachside lounge designed after a Hawaiian fisherman’s seaside shack, and features libations and appetizers.
- The ‘Olelo Room is a pub-like gathering place where visitors can learn a variety of Hawaiian words while enjoying favorite cocktails.
- The Lava Shack is located in the heart of the Waikalohe Valley, and features cold fried chicken, cured meats & cheeses and other grab & go snacks.
The view from 'Ama 'Ama |
The parade during Aunty's Breakfast Celebration at the Makahiki |
For guests looking for relaxing spa treatments - no worries, the Laniwai Spa offers unique, blissful, customized treatments, and includes the only outdoor hydrotherapy garden in Hawaii. Additionally, for the teens, Aulani offers the only Teen Spa in Hawaii - Painted Sky - which offers special treatments and options just for teens.
For the adventurist looking to augment their beach vacation with some really neat, self-guided Hawaiian “local color” - Aulani is not far from many fun, exciting, and enjoyable destinations around Oahu. In the mood for a Dole Whip? The Dole Plantation is just 30 minutes away. Want to catch some waves or go surfing on some of the best beaches in the world, the North Shore, home of famed surfing competitions is just 45 minutes away. Looking for the stereotypical Hawaiian tour? The famed beaches and experiences at Waikiki are just about an hour’s drive from the resort. Hiking to the top of Diamond Head, or through a rainforest? Both are just about an hour’s drive from the resort. Of course the island is also home to numerous historic sites, significant in how the world changed so dramatically one December morning in 1941. The World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument at Pearl Harbor is only about 20 minutes from Aulani, and is a must-see for so many different reasons. This very moving site includes the USS Arizona Memorial, the USS Bowfin, the USS Missouri, the USS Oklahoma Memorial and the USS Utah Memorial – plus a handful of Exhibit Galleries, Museums, artifacts and a 23-minute film discussing the attacks on Pearl Harbor that December morning.
Looking at the resort from the ocean side of the Lagoon |
Saturday, January 28, 2012
Aulani - More Images
This is the view from 'Ama 'Ama, one of three restaurants on property - this one specifically is the table service restaurant that is not a buffet.
The DVC side of Aulani, as seen from within the Waikalohe Stream.
The view from the upper level of the "waterfall" hot tub.