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After having two kids, travel got a lot more expensive — double the flights, double the attraction tickets, double the food! Suddenly, dream trips like Walt Disney World felt completely out of reach. 😬
We couldn’t afford to drop $10K on a one-week vacation… so I started getting strategic. I learned how to save without sacrificing the fun.
💡 Don’t care about early entry because your kids sleep in? Then skip the Disney resort and save big by staying nearby!
I realized: if we focused on what really mattered to us, we could still travel — just smarter.
That’s why I created Budget Vacation Planners — a community where families, couples, and solo travelers can:
✔️ Share travel tips & cost-cutting hacks
✔️ Help each other plan smarter, not pricier
✔️ Inspire each other to explore more for less!
💬 Please join and share your wisdom — let’s help each other plan amazing vacations that don’t break the bank.
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📩 The Sunshine Social – Your Weekly Dose of Travel Inspiration! 🌞
Stay connected through The Sunshine Social, our weekly email newsletter designed to keep you in the loop—without missing a thing.
Each week, you’ll get a sunny roundup of everything shared in the Budget Travel by Christi Facebook group, including:
🧭 Expert travel tips & destination education
🌴 Featured vacations to spark your wanderlust
💸 Ongoing deals & exclusive offers you don’t want to miss
It’s your personal passport to planning smarter, saving more, and dreaming bigger—delivered straight to your inbox every week.
Join The Sunshine Social and never miss a deal, destination, or travel tip again!
YouTube Channel
🎥 Welcome to the Sunshine Bird Vacations YouTube Channel! 🌞✈️
Your personal window into the world of travel.
Start with our Introduction Video to learn who we are and how we help you plan unforgettable getaways. Then, dive into our growing library of personal travel reviews, where we share real experiences from the destinations we’ve visited—no fluff, just honest insights.
🌴 What you’ll find here:
Firsthand reviews of resorts, cruises, and destinations
Insider tips to help you travel smarter
Visual previews of top vacation spots
Inspiring content to spark your next adventure
Hit subscribe and let us help you plan better, travel easier, and vacation brighter.
Real trips. Real reviews. Real sunshine.
Here, you’ll find carefully crafted unofficial travel guides designed for savvy travelers who love planning their own vacations. Whether you’re looking for insider tips on travel suppliers, must-attend events, or hidden gems, my guides offer valuable insights to help you create your perfect getaway—without needing a travel agent.
If you prefer to handle your own bookings and want expert advice at your fingertips, these affordable guides are just what you need. They’re ideal for DIY travelers who want to save time and avoid overwhelm while planning a trip.
If you decide to work with me directly to plan your vacation, you won’t need to purchase these guides—because all the knowledge and insider info lives right here, in my head! I provide personalized, hands-on support so you can relax and enjoy a seamless travel experience.