Weekend Getaways
The Starter Mix
- 01.3-day itinerary
- 02.Hotel + 1 activity booked
- 03.Restaurant shortlist
- 04.Packing checklist
~ for moms who deserve it ~
Your Family's Vacation. Your Actual Vacation.
You've been the travel agent, the snack queen, the entertainment director, and the human itinerary for long enough. Hand it over. We'll plan the whole thing — you just show up with a paperback and a margarita order.
Helping moms actually go on vacation, too.
Track 1: Relax
✦Certified Travel Advisor✦Cruise Specialist✦Family Travel Expert✦Group Trip Coordinator✦Honeymoon Curator✦24/7 Concierge Support✦Custom Itinerary Pro✦Royal Caribbean Master of Adventure✦Royal Caribbean Bachelor of Adventure✦Celebrity Cruises Scholar✦Carnival Diamond Graduate✦NCL Master's Degree✦NCL Bachelor's Degree✦NCL Associate Degree✦Certified Travel Advisor✦Cruise Specialist✦Family Travel Expert✦Group Trip Coordinator✦Honeymoon Curator✦24/7 Concierge Support✦Custom Itinerary Pro✦Royal Caribbean Master of Adventure✦Royal Caribbean Bachelor of Adventure✦Celebrity Cruises Scholar✦Carnival Diamond Graduate✦NCL Master's Degree✦NCL Bachelor's Degree✦NCL Associate Degree✦Certified Travel Advisor✦Cruise Specialist✦Family Travel Expert✦Group Trip Coordinator✦Honeymoon Curator✦24/7 Concierge Support✦Custom Itinerary Pro✦Royal Caribbean Master of Adventure✦Royal Caribbean Bachelor of Adventure✦Celebrity Cruises Scholar✦Carnival Diamond Graduate✦NCL Master's Degree✦NCL Bachelor's Degree✦NCL Associate Degree
Track 2: The Truth
You planned the trip. You never actually relaxed.
You booked the hotel. Then re-booked it because of the pool situation. You researched the flights, packed the snacks, downloaded the movies, mapped out the activities, handled the meltdowns, and Googled "is this rash normal" at 11pm in a hotel bathroom.
Everyone called it your vacation. You and I both know it wasn't.
We're here to change that.
Track 3: How It Works
Three steps. No spreadsheet required.
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STEP 01
Tell us your vibe
Quick intake call. We learn your family, your travel style, your non-negotiables, and what 'rest' actually looks like for you.
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STEP 02
We handle everything
Flights, hotels, activities, dinner reservations, kid logistics, a printed itinerary in your inbox. The whole mixtape.
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STEP 03
You just show up
Bag packed, drink in hand, zero tabs open. You get to be on the trip instead of running it.
Side A: The Mixtapes
Pick your album.
Every package is a fully custom plan — these are just the formats. Like a friend who knew exactly what songs to put on the CD she gave you.
Domestic Family Trips
The Good Stuff
- 01.Full 5-7 day plan
- 02.Flights + hotel booked
- 03.Daily activities lined up
- 04.Kid-friendly dining
- 05.24/7 text support
International Adventures
The Deluxe Edition
- 01.Custom 10-day itinerary
- 02.All bookings handled
- 03.Local guides arranged
- 04.Private transfers
- 05.Concierge on-call
Bucket-List Anything
The Director's Cut
- 01.Unlimited revisions
- 02.White-glove everything
- 03.Private chef / nanny coord
- 04.VIP experiences
- 05.Dedicated agent + Plan B
Side C: The Catalog
Every kind of trip, planned for you.
Cruises, all-inclusives, baseball road trips, romantic escapes — whatever your family's into, we've already done the homework.
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Cruises
World-class dining, entertainment, and shore excursions — without you Googling a single port.
See what's included →🏝️
All-Inclusive Vacations
Tropical resorts where transportation, lodging, meals, and entertainment are already handled.
See what's included →💕
Special Getaways
Romantic escapes, girls' trips, group getaways, and cozy long weekends with exclusive touches.
See what's included →⚾
Family Fun
Theme parks, MLB road trips, and cultural adventures planned so every age actually has fun.
See what's included →from the camera roll...
Real Trips. Real Moms.
Actual moments from actual families we've sent off into the sunset. No stock photos in this house.
xoxo, your travel BFFHey Friends!Wanna know more about me? →
I'm Mariah, founder of The Vacation Friend.
I started this business because travel should be exciting, not overwhelming. My goal is to take the planning stress off your plate so you can focus on what really matters: making memories with the people you love.
As a wife, mom, and lifelong planner, I treat every trip like I'm planning it for my own family — because that's the only way I know how.
Your Vacation Friend,
Mariah Nugent
Bonus Track: Reviews
Stories from moms who finally chilled.
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"Your story goes here. The one where you finally got to relax."
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"A real quote from a real mom who actually read a book by the pool."
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"We can't wait to share how families are taking back their vacation."
Liner Notes
Frequently asked things.
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