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160 - Discover the Ultimate Sports Travel Experience: Pickleball Vacations That Transform Your Getaway

Join hosts Rob & Kerri Stuart, your Orlando-based travel agents from Creating Magic Vacations, as they explore the hottest new trend in travel - pickleball vacations! In this episode of Travel Inspired, we dive deep into how the fastest-growing sport in history is revolutionizing Caribbean travel and cruise experiences.

What You'll Learn:

• Why pickleball is taking the travel industry by storm
• How cruise lines like Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and Holland America are converting courts
• The best Caribbean resorts for pickleball enthusiasts
• Sandals Resorts' exclusive partnership with USA Pickleball - over 70 courts and counting!
• Group travel opportunities for pickleball clubs and tournaments
• Pro tips for planning your first pickleball vacation

Travel Destinations Featured:

• Caribbean all-inclusive resorts
• River cruise experiences in Europe
• Sandals Resorts across the Caribbean
• Virgin Voyages cruise experiences

Whether you're a seasoned "pickler" or curious about this unique travel experience, this episode reveals how to combine your love of sports with unforgettable vacation memories. From lighted courts for evening matches to USA Pickleball-certified coaches, discover why pickleball vacations are the perfect blend of active travel and luxury relaxation.

Perfect for travelers seeking:

• Active vacation ideas
• Group travel inspiration
• Caribbean resort recommendations
• Cruise ship activities
• Sports-focused travel experiences
• All-inclusive vacation planning
• Unique travel trends

Plus, get exclusive details about their upcoming Portugal river cruise in July 2026 aboard the brand-new AmaSintra!

Connect with Creating Magic Vacations for your next pickleball getaway or any travel inspiration.

Remember: Travel is Better With Friends - Never Stop Exploring!

If we can help you plan your next adventure, please reach out at Creating Magic Vacations .com

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159 - Discover why the Danube River is Europe's most captivating river cruise destination! Join hosts and travel experts Rob & Kerri Stuart as they share insider secrets from their third Danube River cruise experience, revealing the top 7 misconceptions about river cruising and why this incredible journey through 4 countries should be on every traveler's bucket list.

What You'll Learn:

• Why the Danube is perfect for first-time river cruisers
• The best ship on the Danube River (AmaMagna) and its unique features
• Top European river cruise destinations: Budapest, Vienna, Bratislava, and more
• Luxury travel experiences that rival ocean cruising
• Multi-generational travel tips for families
• Seasonal river cruising advantages (spring vs. autumn)
• Exclusive 2026 Danube cruise opportunity with Rob & Kerri

Featured Destinations: ✈️ Budapest, Hungary - Instagram-worthy Parliament Building views ✈️ Vienna, Austria - Europe's most livable city with Schönbrunn Palace ✈️ Bratislava, Slovakia - Castle hiking and wine tasting experiences
✈️ Wachau Valley - Stunning vineyard walks and apricot wine tastings ✈️ Melk Abbey - Historic monastery with monk-made beer ✈️ Prague extension - The magical "City of Spires"

Unique Travel Experiences Covered:

• Pickleball on a river cruise ship (yes, really!)
• Water sports platform adventures
• Chef's Table dining experiences
• Wine country excursions through multiple countries
• Active vs. gentle excursion options
• Oktoberfest celebrations year-round

Perfect for luxury travelers, Europe enthusiasts, river cruise beginners, and anyone seeking unique international travel inspiration. Whether you're planning your first European river cruise or looking for Instagram-worthy travel destinations, this episode delivers insider tips from experienced travel hosts who've sailed the Danube three times.

Join the Adventure: Learn about Rob & Kerri's exclusive May 2026 Danube cruise group and how to experience the luxury AmaMagna river ship firsthand.

Hosted by Rob & Kerri Stuart from beautiful Windermere, Florida

Thinking about a European river cruise? The Danube River offers the PERFECT introduction to luxury river cruising! Travel experts Rob & Kerri Stuart share insider secrets from their 3rd Danube cruise, busting common myths and revealing why this 4-country journey is ideal for first-timers.

🌟 WHAT'S COVERED: ✅ Best Danube River cruise ship (AmaMagna review) ✅ Budapest to Germany itinerary highlights
✅ Vienna, Bratislava & Wachau Valley must-sees ✅ River cruise vs ocean cruise differences ✅ Multi-gen family travel tips ✅ Seasonal cruising advantages ✅ 2026 group cruise opportunity

📍 INSTAGRAMMABLE DESTINATIONS: • Hungarian Parliament Building views • Vienna's Schönbrunn Palace • Bratislava Castle hikes • Wachau Valley vineyards • Melk Abbey monastery • Prague's historic spires

🍷 UNIQUE EXPERIENCES:

• Wine tastings across 4 countries
• Apricot wine in Austria
• Monk-made beer at Melk Abbey
• Pickleball on a cruise ship!
• Chef's Table dining
• Water sports platform

Perfect for: Luxury travelers | Europe first-timers | River cruise beginners | Instagram travel content | Multi-generational trips | Wine lovers | Active travelers 50+

💭 Debunking myths: River cruising isn't just for seniors! Modern river cruises offer active excursions, gourmet dining, and unique experiences you can't get on ocean cruises.

🎯 Planning a European river cruise in 2025 or 2026? This episode covers everything you need to know about Danube River cruising, from ship selection to shore excursions.

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158 - Join hosts Rob & Kerri Stuart as they unveil their most exciting travel opportunity yet - an exclusive full-ship charter on the brand new AmaSintra cruising Portugal's stunning Douro River Valley in July 2026 with the ship's Godmother! This UNESCO World Heritage site adventure marks Creating Magic Vacations' first-ever exclusive charter and features the ship recently christened by Godmother Jenn Lee.

This intimate luxury river cruise experience offers just 51 cabins and includes a 3-night pre-cruise stay in Porto, making it the perfect blend of exclusivity and immersion in Portuguese culture. You'll sail past breathtaking landscapes, historic vineyards, and medieval castles while enjoying premium amenities and excursions like the must-visit Golden City of Salamanca, Spain.

Discover why the Douro Valley has become one of Europe's hottest river cruise destinations as Rob and Kerri share details about this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity available ONLY through Creating Magic Vacations travel agents. With limited availability and 25% already sold, this unique travel experience combining luxury, culture, and Instagram-worthy views won't last long!

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If we can help you plan your next adventure, please reach out at Creating Magic Vacations .com

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