Chase Family Travel · Journal
Planning tips and destination guides, from someone who actually goes.
Quick, practical notes on choosing itineraries, timing your booking, and making the trip feel easy once you're there. New posts as I learn them.
Universal Epic Universe: Is Orlando's Newest Theme Park Worth the Trip in 2026?
A practical guide to Universal's new fourth theme park - top rides, ticket pricing, planning tips, and whether to pair it with a Disney World trip.
How to pick the right Disney cruise itinerary for your family
A quick guide to choosing between 3-, 4-, and 7-night sailings based on your kids' ages, your budget, and how much you actually want to be on a boat.
When to book an all-inclusive — and when to wait
A simple rule of thumb for timing your booking so you land a good rate without sitting on a fence for six months.
Disney World with young kids, without the burnout
How to plan a relaxing Disney parks trip — which parks to prioritize for young kids, which ones to skip, and how to build a week that doesn't feel harder than work.
Planning a trip, not just reading about one?
Share your dates and who's going. I'll send back a shortlist tailored to your family — and keep an eye out for deals on the ones you like.