January always makes us feel hopeful. We start fresh. We make plans. We imagine better habits, better routines, better versions of ourselves. And when it comes to travel, we often promise that this will be the year we finally do it right. Instead of big, unrealistic resolutions that disappear by February, I thought I would share a few simple travel planning tips for 2026 that actually make trips easier, calmer, and more enjoyable. The kind you will want to stick with. Think of these as gentle shifts, not rules. The kind that quietly make your vacations feel better from the start. Tip 1: Don’t Wait Until the Last Possible Second to Plan a Big Trip Spontaneous weekend trips can be a ton of fun. Big, important trips are not great when they are rushed or planned at the last minute. They can become frustrating, get more expensive than you thought, and end up less than stellar. One of the best travel planning tips for 2026 is also the least exciting… Start planning earlier. When you plan ahe...
You’ve made your decision. You are going to visit Universal Orlando with your family for the first time. You start your research and suddenly find that not only do you have multiple hotel options, there are multiple ticket options and add ons! Base tickets, Park-to-Park tickets, Express Pass… what do they all mean, and which ones do you actually need and are they worth the extra cost? Let’s break down the Universal Orlando ticket types so you can choose the best option for your vacation. Remember, you can always contact All In Vacay for expert advice. A Quick Look at Universal Orlando’s Theme Parks Before we talk tickets, let’s talk parks. Universal Orlando Resort currently includes: Universal Studios Florida – Movies, shows, and immersive lands Islands of Adventure – Thrill rides, roller coasters, and iconic attractions Epic Universe - Super Nintendo, dragons, monsters, and magic Volcano Bay – Universal’s water theme park (ticketed separately or ...