“Travel brings power and love back into your life.” – Rumi
Founded by Danielle Coates, Where Dream Vacations Begin
Danielle’s lifelong love of exploring the world naturally grew into a full-service travel agency specializing in unforgettable resort stays and cruise vacations across the globe.
Having traveled internationally since the age of four, Danielle brings decades of firsthand experience, genuine enthusiasm, and a personal touch to every trip she plans. Her passion for meaningful travel inspired her to create Dream Vacation Agency—because everyone deserves not just one dream trip in their lifetime, but many.
Danielle especially enjoys planning all-inclusive getaways and crafting seamless vacation experiences that her clients will remember forever. Raised in a family that valued travel as a way to create lasting memories, she now shares that same philosophy with every traveler she works with.
Family, Corporate & Group Travel Specialist
I specialize in planning large family vacations and company group travel, with a focus on cruises and all-inclusive experiences that are seamless, organized, and stress-free.
Whether you’re coordinating a multigenerational family trip, a company retreat, or a group celebration, I manage the logistics so you don’t have to.
Group travel requires more than simply booking rooms — it involves aligning schedules, managing budgets, securing the right accommodations, and ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy. I create customized group travel packages designed to keep everything running smoothly while maximizing value, perks, and convenience for the entire group.
From large family reunions and milestone celebrations to corporate retreats, incentive travel, and team getaways, I work closely with group leaders to handle contracts, group space, special requests, and exclusive group benefits whenever available.
My role is to simplify the planning process, minimize stress, and deliver a well-organized travel experience that allows your group to focus on connection, relaxation, and making lasting memories.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I use a Travel Agent?
Travel agents have the experience with travel plans and destinations. They save you a lot of time, money and stress in the process of planning out a vacation.
Any resorts or cruise lines that we help you book requires that we take and update our training, so we can ensure you get the best experience.
Travel agents also have resources and access to a lot of information that you can't just find on the internet.
A Good Travel agent will Save you time, money and make sure you achieve your dream vacation goals with less stress and also be available during your trip if you have questions.
Is there a Trip Minimum and do you offer financing?
To plan Dream Vacation, you will want a Minimum Budget of $3,000 and we have outside sources for Financing.
Ask your Travel Agent for more details .
Do you charge to get a quote?
No. We offer a free 30 minute consultation.
For 2 to 4 person trips, we can quote 1 package for free. Additional quotes will cost additional depending on the packages.
Because of the complexity of planning a custom dream vacation, we will charge for designing large custom packages.
Do I need to purchase Travel Insurance?
We recommend it, because it overs a lot, takes a lot of stress off of you and the trip.
Just remember, you can't put a price on peace of mind.
Average cost of Travel insurance is around 5% of the cost of the trip and could save you over 10 times what it costs.
Can I postpone or cancel a trip after I purchase?
It depends, and this is one of the reasons we recommend travel insurance.
Depending on what type of Travel Insurance is purchased, it covers things like unexpected cancelations, lost items and medical attention.
Check with your travel agent or more details.
When does it make the most sense to use a travel agent?
Travel agents have the experience with travel plans and destinations.
They save you a lot of time, money and stress in the process of planning out a vacation.
Any resorts or cruise lines that we help you book requires that we take and update our training, so we can ensure you get the best experience.
Travel agents also have resources and access to a lot of information that you can't just find on the internet.
A Good Travel agent will Save you time, money and make sure you achieve your dream vacation goals with less stress and also be available during your trip if you have questions.
Does it cost more to book my trip with a professional?
No, In most cases you will save money with booking with us and you will have a lot better 1 on 1 support.
How far in advance should I book my trip?
45 days minimum. Some cruises and resorts are booked out up to 12 months or more.
The longer you book and plan our your trip the better.
Plus there are some financing options that you can pay very little with no interests.
All trips must be paid for in advance before you go.
What are the fees that are included in my trip?
We specialize in all-inclusive trips, which includes flights, transportation, food and some resort and/or cruises amenities.
Some excursions are extra and we can also help you price those out in advance or while on your trip.
What type of deposit do I have to put to put down?
It depends.
Resorts vary, but you can make payments but they require they be paid in full a few days before you arrive.
Cruises vary, but you can typically book for a few hundred down.
Flights have to be paid in full the day of booking.
Contact
Licenses
Florida Seller of Travel Ref. No. ST15578
Florida Seller of Travel Ref. No. ST15578
Washington UBID - No. 603189022
Iowa Registered Agency - No. 1202