Hi, I’m Anisa—the heart behind Once Upon an Escape, where every trip becomes a story! 📖✨

Fueled by my lifelong love of fairytales, I believe every traveler deserves their own happily-ever-after adventure. Whether you dream of sailing into sunsets, wandering through real-life castles, or chasing magic at your favorite theme parks, I’m here to turn those dreams into a storybook reality.

Since 2019, I’ve been the go-to travel planner for my own family’s adventures—what started as a personal passion soon grew into helping others experience the same magic. ✈️🏰🚢

As a Certified Travel Advisor and a mom of two adventurous boys, I specialize in crafting stress-free, memory-filled vacations that bring joy without the overwhelm. I handle every detail—from destination research to final touches—so you can simply enjoy the journey.

I also believe magical vacations don’t have to come with a luxury price tag. I’m always on the hunt for budget-friendly options that stretch your dollars without sacrificing the wonder.

When I’m not planning dream escapes, you’ll find me curled up with a fantasy novel, crocheting handmade crafts, or off on new adventures with my family.

🌟 Ready to turn the page and start your next magical escape? Let’s write your next chapter together.

Here’s what I specialize in:

• Family Travel (crafting unforgettable memories for kids, parents, and grandparents alike!)

• Cruises & All-Inclusive Resorts (because who doesn’t love a floating fairytale or a worry-free paradise?)

• Disney, Universal, & Theme Park Vacations (for families, fans, and fun-seekers!)

• Romantic Escapes & Honeymoons (think: sunsets, candlelit dinners, and dreamy destinations)

• Group Travel & Celebrations (bachelorette trips, birthday adventures, and girls’ getaways!)

• • Personalized Itinerary Planning (tailored to your story, style, and budget)

1. 🧲 “I collect stories—just in the form of magnets and postcards!”
   Every destination I visit leaves behind a little magic on my fridge and in my memory box. From glittery beach magnets to vintage postcards scribbled with tiny notes to myself, each one tells a piece of my travel story. It’s like having a fairytale map that grows with every new escape! ✨📬🌍

2. 📖 “I’ve got a travel bucket list the size of a novel—complete with sequels!”
   Seriously, it's an ever-growing collection of dreamy destinations, magical experiences, and once-in-a-lifetime adventures that I’m determined to write into my story. From sipping butterbeer in a storybook village to stargazing in the Sahara, every page adds a new plot twist. Some people collect stamps—I collect chapters of wonder, one destination at a time. ✨✈️🗺️

3. 🏖️ “My dream vacation? A hammock, a tropical breeze, and a fantasy book I can’t put down.”
   Picture this: palm trees swaying overhead, waves whispering secrets to the shore, and me completely lost in a world of magic and dragons with my toes buried in warm sand. No alarms. No Wi-Fi. Just the scent of coconut sunscreen, a chilled drink within reach, and chapters that transport me somewhere even more enchanted than the island I’m on. It’s not just a vacation—it’s a real-life fairytale with sun-kissed pages. 🌴📚🌺

4. 🧶 “I crochet little rubber ducks and hide them on cruise ships—because every voyage needs a sprinkle of surprise!”
   Each duck I stitch is made with love, a bit of wanderlust, and a whole lot of whimsy. Tucked into nooks and sunlit corners of the ship, they’re tiny treasures waiting to brighten a stranger’s day. It’s my way of spreading joy and turning someone’s cruise into a story worth telling. If you ever find one… congratulations, you’ve discovered a little piece of my floating fairytale. 🦆💛🚢