Frequently asked questions.

General Booking Questions

  • We specialize in planning magical vacations for families — including Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Universal Studios, Disney Cruise Line, other major cruise lines, and even Hawaiian getaways. We handle everything from quotes and reservations to personalized itineraries and travel tips.

  • Our services are free to you! We’re paid by the travel suppliers after you book

  • The earlier, the better, especially for Disney and cruises. Ideally, plan 6–12 months ahead to secure the best pricing, promotions, and availability.

Disney & Universal Vacation Questions

  • Absolutely! We’ll walk you through all the current systems and help you plan your park days for the smoothest, most magical experience.

  • Yes! We offer dining guidance and, for certain trip types, can assist with booking reservations or help you strategize the best time to secure them.

  • Yes! We love helping families, reunions, and friend groups coordinate group trips with ease — including linked reservations and group discounts when available.

Cruise Planning Questions

  • Nope! We also plan cruises with Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, Celebrity Cruises, Norwegien Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, MSC, and Virgin Voyages. Whether it’s your first cruise or your tenth, we’ll help you find the perfect ship and itinerary.

  • Yes! We’ll walk you through cabin types, deck locations, and even help with family-friendly layouts, so you can sail stress-free.

Hawaii & Other Destinations

  • Not at all! We also plan trips to Hawaii including Disney’s Aulani Resort and non-Disney properties. We also book custom vacations to other U.S. destinations upon request.

    We do not currently book International travel aside from Canada and Disneyland Paris)

Quote & Planning Process

  • Simply fill out our Get a Quote form or email us at sara.kirby@magnoliasunshinetravel.com. We’ll gather your trip details, send personalized options, and help you decide what fits your family best.

  • Once you confirm, we’ll send you a confirmation, travel resources, and your personalized itinerary. We’ll stay in touch with reminders, tips, and check-ins all the way up to your departure!

Policies, Insurance & Peace of Mind

  • Yes! We highly recommend it. Travel insurance can cover unexpected cancellations, delays, medical issues, and more. We’ll help you find the right policy if you’re unsure. We currently use Travel Insured for all policies.

  • We’ll advocate for you and help with cancellations, modifications, or rebooking. While each travel supplier has its own policies, we’ll support you however we can.