Autism-Friendly Travel
CATP-certified planning for accessible, inclusive vacations for every family
Hampton Roads · Virginia Beach
Expert Travel Agent in Virginia Beach
You handle the dreaming. We handle every detail — cruises, resorts, Disney, and more. At no cost to you.
Or call now:(757) 761-90245-Star Rated·Certified Autism Travel Professional·Serving Virginia Beach Since 2019
5-Star Rated on Google & Facebook·Free Consultation·Response Within 2 Hours
How It Works
Every detail handled. Zero stress.
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Tell Us Where You Want to Go
Call or fill out the form. Takes 30 seconds — no commitment, no pressure.
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We Handle Every Detail
Cruises, resorts, Disney, excursions — so you don't have 80 browser tabs open.
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You Enjoy the Trip
And if anything goes wrong mid-trip, we're a phone call away. Even mid-flight.
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Meet Your Agent
Shelly Maynard
Owner, Castaway Cruise Planners · Portsmouth, VA
As a Certified Autism Travel Professional who grew up in a Navy family, I have a soft spot for military families and anyone who needs extra care and flexibility in vacation planning. I specialize in the Caribbean, Alaska, Hawaii, and Disney — and I believe every family deserves an incredible travel experience, no matter your needs.
In business since 20195+ industry awardsLocal to Portsmouth, VA
What Travelers Say
"Shelly made everything so smooth and stress free"
Shelly Maynard is one of the best people I know and assisted with booking the most amazing cruise to the Caribbean on Celebrity Beyond. I could not have had the time of my life without Shelly.
Heather D.
Hampton Roads, VA
Michelle Maynard has been the best travel agent ever.
Linda S.
Hampton Roads, VA
We had a great time and Shelly made everything so smooth and stress free.
Happy Client
Hampton Roads, VA
Stop researching. Start packing.
Free, no-obligation consultation. No 80 browser tabs required. We respond within 2 hours.
What We Plan
Trips we plan for families like yours
Cruises
Caribbean, Alaska, and beyond — find your perfect voyage
Military Family Travel
Special care and flexibility for the families who serve
All-Inclusive Resorts
Hand-picked resorts for worry-free, stress-free vacations
Disney Vacations
Magical trips planned down to the last detail
Group Travel
Reunions, celebrations, and getaways made easy
Why Choose Us
Why Hampton Roads families trust us
CATP Certified
Certified Autism Travel Professional through IBCCES
Navy Family
Grew up in a Navy family with a soft spot for military families
Hampton Roads Local
Serving Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and all of Hampton Roads
Free Planning
Expert vacation planning at no cost to you — we're compensated by travel suppliers
Verified Credentials
Certified Autism Travel Professional (CATP)
FAQ
Common Questions About Working With a Travel Agent
Nothing! Our services are completely free to you. We're compensated directly by travel suppliers like cruise lines and resorts, so our expert planning costs you nothing extra.
We access exclusive rates and perks you can't get online, handle all the logistics, and advocate for you when things go wrong — at no extra cost. You'd be surprised how much better a trip gets when someone who actually knows the ships, the ports, and the resorts is planning it for you.
We specialize in autism-friendly travel, cruises, Disney vacations, all-inclusive resorts, and military family travel. Whether it's a first vacation with special needs or a large group reunion, we've got you covered.
We recommend 6-12 months for cruises and peak-season trips, but we can absolutely work with shorter timelines. The sooner you reach out, the more options we'll have for you.
We're based in Portsmouth and serve all of Hampton Roads — including Portsmouth, Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, and Suffolk. We also work with clients nationwide via phone and video.
Free Consultation
Tell us where you want to go
Tell us where you want to go. We'll handle it from there — within 2 hours.
5-star rated·Free·No obligation