Family Travel Planning Blog

Welcome to the Let's Make Memories Travel blog! Here you'll find Disney and Universal planning tips, cruise advice, family travel resources, hotel reviews, and my honest thoughts on the latest theme park news and updates. Use the categories below to explore the topics that interest you most.

Christina Bayne 1/10/26 Christina Bayne 1/10/26

Our Real Disney Lightning Lane Experience: Wins, Fails, Park Hopping & What I’d Do Differently

We just got back from Disney and are sharing our real Lightning Lane experience — the wins, the fails, park hopping to EPCOT, and what we would do differently next time.

Christina Bayne 6/4/25 Christina Bayne 6/4/25

Cars-Themed Expansion Coming to Magic Kingdom… Meet Piston Peak National Park

A brand-new Cars-themed land is coming to Magic Kingdom! Disney just revealed Piston Peak National Park, inspired by Planes: Fire & Rescue, bringing natural beauty, thrilling rides, and new characters to Frontierland.

Christina Bayne 1/16/25 Christina Bayne 1/16/25

Where to Find Affordable International Flights in 2025

Planning international travel on a budget? 2025 offers incredible savings on flights! Learn why airfare costs have dropped, find family-friendly destinations, and get expert booking tips from Let’s Make Memories Travel.