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14 Ideas for Doing a Disney World Trip Reveal Surprise

14 Ideas on how to surprise someone with a Disney World trip reveal

So you’ve booked a trip to Disney World and now it’s time to share the news with your family! Do you want to do a special surprise Disney World trip reveal so that you can capture their reactions?

This is quite common with Disney World trips and they often make for some of the best videos. Who doesn’t love watching someone scream with joy or cry happy tears when they realize their dream trip is about to become a reality?

  Here are some of my favourite ideas I have seen when doing a surprise Disney World trip reveal:

Mickey Balloons

This one works best if you are revealing the trip as part of a gift. It involves wrapping up a large box filled with some balloons, and some added magic is if the balloons are Mickey themed. When your family opens up the Disney World surprise box, the balloons will come flying out and you can include a message in the box (or attached to the string of the balloons) that says “You’re Going to Disney World!”

Scavenger Hunt

This one involves a bit more planning and preparation, but the result is super fun. You create a bunch of clues to lead them on a scavenger hunt and hide them throughout your house.

The kids often get so wrapped up in the fun of the game, that they don’t even realize that there may be a big surprise at the end. The treasure at the end is so worth it and will get some great reactions!

Reveal It When You Hit the Gates (Road Trip)

If you are driving to Disney World, then you can certainly pull this surprise off if your children are young. You tell them you are going somewhere else and then hit the road for Florida.

If they are young enough, they won’t pay attention to the road signs and will be unaware of where you are going. Once you are about to enter the Disney World property, now it is time to get them ready for your surprise trip reveal. Tell them to pay attention and look out the window. The Disney World gates are hard to miss and they’ll get pretty excited once they spot them.  

Fake Airport Drop-Off

This surprise is for parents that are really good and covert at keeping secrets. You’ll need to keep the trip a secret from them until the last minute and also manage to pack all their stuff without them noticing. You disguise your trip to the airport as a drop-off for one of the parents for a business trip, but then you let them all in on the surprise!

Play a Fun Family Game

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Jigsaw Puzzle

Do you have a kid or loved one that loves puzzles? Time to get creative and design a special puzzle made just for them! You can create your own design for your puzzle for free on Canva.com .

Once you have your image created with the message “You’re Going to Disney World!” on it, you can upload it to a puzzle making service. You could use a site such as  www.createjigsawpuzzles.com  or Vistaprint . Then, once you receive it, give it to the one you are surprising and watch them piece it together.

Advent Calendar Surprise

Are advent calendars a big hit in your house during the month of December? Why not make your own and customize the contents? Make a homemade advent calendar and provide the kids with little hints throughout the month leading up to Christmas. You can then have the big reveal inside the day of the 25th which will make for a fun Christmas morning!

Gift Them Their Magic Bands and Disney Goodies

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Early Morning Surprise

Give them a reason to jump out of bed! If you have an early morning departure, keep the secret up until the very last minute. Wake them up when it’s time to go with their bags all packed and ready to go.

They’ll wake up feeling like they are in a dream and you will surely have no trouble getting them out of bed once you let them know where you are going!

Mail Them a Letter

Kids love getting mail. What better way to surprise them with a letter from their favourite Mouse! Send them a letter and then have them open it and read it aloud. You can find a Disney World surprise letter template online like this one from mommytravels.net.

Disney Mad Libs

Mad libs are a fun game where you have to fill in the blanks of a story before you read it aloud. Here is an example of a printable you can use to announce your trip. Have your child give you some answers for the blank sections and then give the completed story to them to read.  

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Trick Them!

There are so many ways you can trick your kids and surprise them with a Disney vacation, but I really like how this mom orchestrated this one:

Box in a Box in a Box in a Box…..

This one is great if the surprise is a birthday gift. Make them work for it and wrap up several boxes in to each other making them go through several layers until they get to the very end. You could make the reveal their MagicBand or perhaps a letter saying “You’re going to Disney World!”. It makes for a really fun game and the anticipation really builds up as they open each layer.

Have you ever surprised anyone in your family with a Disney trip? If so, I would love to hear how you revealed it to them, leave me a comment below!

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We have a tradition where we go out for Chinese on Christmas Day. I removed the fortunes in the cookies and replaced them with ones I made stating we were going to disney

I love that idea, that is great way to do a trip reveal! 🙂

We got plush Mickey and Minnie head easter baskets. We put in Disney shirts, their Magic bands, sunblock, a handheld fan/misting bottle, beach towels, goggles and Mickey shaped goldfish crackers. Gave them to our girls and asked them to figure out the surprise.

I love that, such a great idea!!!

Can I ask how you swapped the fortunes?

We have never surprised our kids with a trip to Disney, but we have surprised my best friends daughter(also my daughters best friend) and our kids that my friend and her daughter were going with us on our trip last summer. I made a video at MAgic Kingdom a couple months before her birthday and for her birthday showed the video to her and my kids to reveal that they were coming with us to Disney World. My kids knew about the trip but not that our friends were joining us. I’m planning to surprise them for our spring break trip this coming year. Hoping I can hold out until it time to wake them for the drive to the airport.

If you want to make a trip to Walt Disney World a little more magical, I suggest WDW Florist Service. When I took my sons for the first time, I ordered special gifts for them that were waiting in our room when we arrived with a special message from Mickey! Was it an extra expense? Yes. Was it worth every penny? You bet!

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Surprise Vacation Reveal Printables

Looking to gift someone with a surprise vacation? Then we've got the perfect printables to help you make the surprise vacation reveal even more special! This easy gift idea is perfect for Christmas, a birthday, anniversary or any other special occasion. via @somewhatsimple

Looking to gift someone a surprise vacation? We’ve got the perfect printables to help you make the surprise vacation reveal even more special!

Whether you’re going the Bahamas ,  Niagara Falls  or on a European Vacation , these printables will make the big announcement AMAZING!

luggage tags, map and other surprise vacation printables

Gifting a Surprise Vacation

The past few years my husband and I have been trying to focus more on experiences than things. If we had our way, we would give each other and our kids, vacations as gifts for every occasion. The best part about giving someone a surprise vacation is seeing their face when they realize where they’re going. The tough part though is finding a cute and fun way to give them that surprise trip because it’s hard to wrap the Eiffel Tower.

With Christmas coming up in about a month (I still can’t believe we are that close!), we wanted to help you out. We created these surprise vacation printables, just in case you are gifting a family vacation this year, or a surprise vacation with your spouse. You don’t have to limit this gift idea to Christmas. This would make a great birthday or anniversary gift as well! These templates are perfect for any trip you have in mind.

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Assembling Your Surprise Trip Gift

Cover – This “Adventure Awaits” printable can be pasted to the front of a yellow manila envelope, or any other packaging of your choosing!

Tell Them Where They’re Going – I’ve also created a printable map for you to include in the envelope! It comes with little markers to show where you’ll start, and where you’ll end! You can even use the little icon circles to show how you’ll be getting there. (Just grab your 1″ circle punch to make life easier!)

bon voyage printable for a surprise vacation gift

Printable Travel Tickets – This pack also includes some adorable printable tickets. Simply fill out the vacation info with where you’re going and when. Then make a check in the circle to tell the recipient(s) how they’re going to get there.

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Printable Luggage Tags – You can’t travel around the world without adorable luggage tags. I’m sure that’s a rule somewhere. Simply cut these out, fill in your personal info, punch out the holes, fold in half, and then laminate! You can also cover both sides with packing tape if you aren’t able to laminate them.

Variation – Another great idea would be to give that special someone a piece of luggage as part of your gift. You can have these already attach and ready to go on Christmas morning!

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7 creative ways to reveal a surprise vacation

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The surprise vacation has been planned. The itinerary is fixed. The flight tickets and hotels have been booked. And now you just cannot wait to reveal it to your family/ parents/ partner or whoever you are gifting this surprise trip! Planning a secret holiday is a lot of hard work (don’t we know that!), and so the surprise trip reveal deserves to be as fantastic as the holiday you’ve planned. And trust us, if you are planning a week-long vacation, it is ideal to announce the vacation a few days or even weeks in advance, to give enough time to your loved ones to plan their schedule around the given dates. So here are some creative vacation reveal ideas that will be as fun as the actual trip!

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Surprise birthday trip reveal

You could choose a special occasion like a birthday or anniversary to make the grand announcement. For instance, if you are planning to send your parents on a surprise vacation to celebrate their 50th golden wedding anniversary, you could pick one of their birthdays to reveal the upcoming trip. The birthday gift would be a clue to where they are going! 1. A customized cake You can bake or arrange a cake based on the theme of your destination. If your secret is a safari holiday to Kenya or Namibia, how about a jungle or safari-theme cake ? Or you could plan a “photo rolling” or “pull-out” cake where the birthday boy or girl gets to pull out a roll of photos or clues from the cake that will reveal the big surprise!

2. Gift a travel essential Birthdays by default involve gifting. So, a creative way to reveal your surprise trip is to gift a travel essential that would also double up as a hint towards your chosen destination. How about gifting a travel wallet ? You could slip in a calendar card, with the dates of the trip crossed out to indicate that those days are “booked for a vacation”. If you are planning an adventurous trip with your partner that may include camping out, how about you gift a camping tent and leave your beloved guessing about the destination 😉 Also read: Best way to plan a surprise trip: 4 tips to gift the perfect holiday !

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Cool ideas to reveal a surprise trip to your husband/ wife

There is nothing cooler than planning a surprise to reveal a surprise trip! And when you’re planning a secret vacation for your spouse, you have so many interesting ways to announce your surprise.

3. Let a movie reveal the surprise Plan a comfortable Friday evening movie night at home with your husband/ wife andpick a movie that has been shot in or around your secret holiday destination! If your destination is Italy, you can build up the suspense to your reveal, by watching the beautiful movie, Under the Tuscan Sun , that showcase the beautiful landscape of rural Tuscany and the charming Italian lifestyle. If your secret destination is Iceland, how about you watch The Secret Life of Walter Mitty that puts the best of this Nordic country on display. You can place a note at the bottom of your popcorn tub, that reads, “Isn’t the movie storyline and location fantastic? How about we shoot our story there?” or something equally cheesy like a surprise trip reveal poem 😉

“Fun-tastic” ways to announce a surprise family trip to your kids

Some of our favourite surprise trip reveal ideas involve announcing the holiday to the little ones. It does not take a lot of effort to keep a surprise from them, yet it is incredibly gratifying to see their starry eyes light up with joy when they get to know!

excited kid at a family beach holiday

4. Send them on a treasure hunt Make your children earn their surprise gift by scattering treasures (clues) all over the house that will lead them to the final clue that reveals the destination or the fact that they will soon go on a trip! You can draft each clue in such a way that their theme is in sync with the holiday place. For instance, if you are planning to take the family to Disney world or any other amusement theme park, you could write your clues accordingly: “ Brace yourself for a bumpy ride. Find your next clue where eggs are fried! ” (Hide the clue in the kitchen near the cooking stove) “ An adventure awaits, are you ready? Find your next clue where you study! ” (Hide the clue in the kids’ room near their study table/ school stuff) 5. Make them solve a surprise trip reveal puzzle Let the kids rack their brains a little to discover the surprise holiday that awaits them! You can draw or print out a picture that either gives a clue or announces your vacation destination directly. Now cut this up into smaller pieces – the more pieces, the more puzzling! Let them put together the entire puzzle and watch the delight on their faces!

Romantic ways to reveal a surprise beach vacation to your boyfriend/ girlfriend

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The initial days of dating are a whirlwind of romance and grand gestures. So if you’ve planned a surprise vacation for your girlfriend or boyfriend, it definitely needs to be announced in a special way!

6. Set his/ her heart racing with a special evening full of “reveals” If you are headed to a beach destination, how about you plan a tropical meal at home (seafood) with some fresh fruits, some punch or pina colada with those cute umbrellas. You can also dress up to set the mood – flip-flops and a flowery dress/ shorts and let them get the hint!

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7. Surprise within a surprise within a surprise... When the Blind Experiences team plans a "blind travel experience" for our customers, we put together a bunch of envelopes - anywhere between 5 to 10 envelopes depending on the duration of your vacation! We allow you to open only the first envelope so that you can discover where you’re heading on your blind experience! Then, you have to simply enjoy and savour every moment of your trip. As your vacation proceeds, you get to open one envelope every other day, so that you know what's next. This way, every other day you get a small surprise as each letter reveals a new experience/ activity/ destination!

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15 Creative Ways To Reveal A Surprise Disney Trip

April 27, 2021 //  by  Mckensie Shiner //   Leave a Comment

Planning to book a surprise Disney trip to gift to someone in your life? Then, keep reading! It’s everyone’s dream to be surprised with a trip to Walt Disney World. The only tricky part is, how will you tell the person the news? Will you give a countdown calendar to your significant other or tell your kids they’re visiting relatives out of town?

Whoever you’re surprising, we are sure to have a great way to make the Disney trip reveal magical for everyone involved.

1. Countdown Calendars

Personally, we LOVE this idea because we have everything you need for this! A countdown calendar is a great way to let everyone know of your surprise Disney trip! On our Facebook page, you can find some of our free countdown calendars and print them out!

Feel free to hang it in plain sight or package it up like mail and give it to whoever you’re giving your surprise Disney trip to. This is a great Disney trip reveal and doesn’t take a lot of planning. 

This is a great choice for those who don’t have a lot of time or for older teens/adults who don’t require a very extravagant approach, as younger kids may need a bigger surprise. 

Join our Facebook group to access free printable Disney countdown calendars for your surprise Disney trip announcement. 

Disney surprise trip countdown calendar from disneytrippers

2. Disney surprise box

Have you considered giving a Disney surprise box for your Disney trip reveal? If you want to give a memorable trip to the person you’re surprising, this is a great way to do so!

One of our favorite websites for sending a Disney surprise box, chock-full of goodies from the Disney parks, is Pixie Dust 2 U. From this site, you can choose a boy or girl box. Some boxes have contained the following items: Disney luggage tag, color pack, Minnie/Mickey drawstring bag, non-park lightweight ears, lanyards, and other fun Disney items! 

Use the code “WELCOME2U” for 10% off your first order!

disney surprise trip box from Pixie Dust 2 U site

3. Disney Shirts Reveal 

Another great way to pull off your Disney surprise trip is by revealing it with Disney shirts! Whether you are surprising your significant other, friend, or family member, this is another simple fun way to let them know what you have planned!

In order to do this, it’s important to incorporate their favorite Disney character or movie to make it all that more sentimental for everyone involved. You can also save the shirts and wear them for your trip!

 A popular design for Disney shirts is the family vacation ones which normally have the family name, month, and year. 

Check out our Disney shirt post here, which is all-inclusive when it comes to the relationship with the person you’re surprising.  

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4. On the way to the airport 

A great way to surprise kids with a Disney trip is to wait until the last minute to do so. This approach can be even more exciting since they have no idea the surprise Disney trip is coming.

As you approach the airport, ask them where they think you’re going. Drop hints such as dressing them in Disney clothing or playing Disney music in the car.  

Once you arrive at the airport, let them know what you’ve planned. Their reactions will be worth the wait!

disney surprise trip world of disney entrance in disney springs with stitch in front

5. Scavenger Hunt

For the adventurous person in your life, a scavenger hunt is a great way to reveal a Disney trip! Start with a small note in the house and lead to the backyard, garage, etc. until you finally reveal a clue that reveals the surprise!

There are SO many of these scavenger hunts on Pinterest and the possibilities are endless with this approach. However you decide to set it up is your choice, but there are so many neat ways to really make the person wonder what you’re up to! If you’re wondering how to surprise kids with a Disney trip, this is the way!

Click here for this Disney scavenger hun t to buy on Etsy!

disney scavenger hunt trip reveal

6. Going to Grandma’s House 

If you are able to commute to Disney World, telling your kids they’re going to a relative’s house is a great way to surprise them. This approach even allows you to pack clothes for them and not have questions asked when loading up the car.

This is best for small children, but older children may appreciate this one as well. It definitely depends on the child, though! Some may feel overwhelmed when planning for one thing and getting something completely different. Surely, once they get there, they will be in their element!

disney surprise trip Cinderella Castle from afar

7. Suitcase filled with Disney items 

This surprise is a great way to give the person you’re surprising some extra gear for the trip and being extra thoughtful while doing so! I mean, really, who wouldn’t love a suitcase or bag full of Disney items?

Some items to include are a pair of ears, character hand sanitizer, character masks, Disney keychains, autograph books, and anything else you can think of! Bonus points if the suitcase or travel bag is Disney-themed! 

For more Disney items you could include here, try reading our article  Disney items from Amazon!

disney surprise trip boardwalk

8. Mickey balloons wrapped in a large box  

Similar to the gender reveal trend, this Disney surprise trip reveal involves a large box and Mickey-shaped balloons! Simply fill them up with helium (or air) and cut the box open to show your surprise! 

If you decide to fill the balloons with air, you will just have to pull them out by hand. That is why this is ideal with helium balloons so they float to the top! 

You can find cheap balloons at your local dollar tree! These include Mickey as well as other Disney character balloons! Read our Disney Dollar Tree post for more cheap finds!

Click here for Mickey balloons on Amazon!

9. Invitation From Mickey 

This Disney surprise trip is foolproof and just requires some paper, a p en, and maybe some colored markers and stickers if you really want to seal the deal! Writing an invitation from Mickey is a great way to surprise someone with a Disney trip! 

Since Mickey is the star of the show here, it’s only right he sends the invitations out, to be honest. There are so many different options for what to say in this letter, but including one of Mickey’s famous catchphrases like “oh boy!” Or “see you real soon,” is sure to authenticate it. 

Click here to shop for this trip reveal letter on Etsy!

surprise disney trip printable letter from Etsy

10. Disney-inspired breakfast

What better way to let someone know about a surprise trip to Disney than by bringing a little bit of Disney to them? Especially when it comes in the form of food!

Make some Mickey waffles or Gaston’s famous cinnamon rolls and let them guess what exactly it is you’re planning for them by giving them one of their favorite Disney treats as a hint. 

If you’re not a great cook or baker, it’s always okay to store-buy items, too. It helps if everything is easily identifiable as Disney snacks, but if not, simply have them guess where they can find most of these tasty treats! It should be pretty obvious!

We also have a recipe for Epcot’s Violet Lemonade here , which is a great addition to whatever you decide to prepare!

disney surprise trip breakfast pastries from kusafiri coffee shop in animal kingdom

11. Customized Disney Tickets

An easy at-home Disney surprise reveal involve making customized Disney tickets! With this idea, you can pretty much do whatever you would like as far as designs go. You can use construction paper or cardstock and either design them online or handwrite them!

Additionally, there are also templates online which you can utilize to carry out this Disney trip reveal. Add names and their favorite Disney items or characters to really make this one special!

Shop these adorable custom tickets on Etsy here!

disney surprise trip custom tickets from Etsy personalized with names and attractions

11. Decorate a space in the house

What better way to announce the surprise than to decorate a spot in the house and throw a mini Disney party! This is one of the best ways to announce this since it’s pretty obvious what is coming when you set this up! 

Refer to our Disney Dollar Tree post to find some awesome decorations to do this with!

Shop for Mickey decor on Amazon here!

disney surprise trip chef mickey's sign

12. Disney Surprise Puzzle 

This is yet another great idea due to the creativity that comes with it. It is also a great idea for kids! Give them a blank puzzle box and tell them the surprise is in the completed puzzle. They will be so excited to put it together and even more so when they realize what the surprise is!

There are hundreds of puzzles online for this Disney surprise trip reveal! You can find puzzles like the one below on Etsy here.

Disney surprises trip puzzle which includes names and photos of Minnie and mickey

13. Drop gifts as hints

Similar to the surprise box and suitcase full of gifts, this is nearly the same but a little dialed back. As you await the initial surprise announcement, you can start to give gifts that may allude to the surprise. For example, maybe give them a new Disney shirt and when they ask what the occasion is, say it’s for something coming up. 

This can be done with virtually anything, such as wax melts, hats, or jewelry! Some great Disney gifts including the one below can be found on Etsy or by clicking  here!

disney surprise trip gift ideas etsy bracelet

14. Disney button

Disney buttons are an instant giveaway for a Disney trip and are perfect for anyone who doesn’t like to keep a secret for too long, or feels that the person/people they’re surprising will catch on quickly! By gifting a Disney button, you’re also giving them something to wear during the trip, which is always a bonus!

This great Disney button from Etsy can be found here.

disney surprise trip button white background and black text with Mickey on it

15. Play Youtube videos as a hint

If you’re looking for another simple and. cost-effective reveal, this is the one for you! This can be as simple as playing the fireworks from Happily Ever After (which is on YouTube in HD), or maybe a clip from their favorite ride. 

Even more simply, you can play a Disney promo video such as this one!

There are also hundreds of Disney surprise trip reveal videos on the site you could easily show them and then ask them what they would do if that was them… then tell them it is!

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Here’s How to Announce a Surprise Trip (w/ Examples)

Surprising someone with a trip is an exhilarating way to create unforgettable memories and add excitement to your relationships.

“How to Announce a Surprise Trip” involves creativity and timing to maximize the impact of your big reveal.

This article guides you through various imaginative ways to announce a surprise journey, ensuring the moment is as memorable as the trip itself.

20 Examples of How to Announce a Surprise Trip

  • Treasure Hunt: Set up a treasure hunt around your home with clues leading to the reveal of the destination.
  • Themed Dinner: Host a dinner with cuisine from the trip’s destination, ending the meal with the reveal.
  • Custom Boarding Pass: Create a mock boarding pass for the destination and place it somewhere they’ll find it.
  • Puzzle Pieces: Give them a puzzle to solve that, when completed, reveals the location of the trip.
  • Destination in a Box: Fill a box with items or souvenirs that hint at the destination, letting them guess before revealing.
  • Movie Night: Watch a movie or documentary set in the trip’s location, and announce the trip as the credits roll.
  • Scrapbook or Photo Album: Create a scrapbook with photos of the destination and leave a note at the end revealing the trip.
  • Calendar Countdown: Mark the departure date on a calendar with a big, bold note, and surprise them with it.
  • Travel Guide Surprise: Gift them a travel guidebook for the destination, with a note inside revealing the trip.
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  • Digital Countdown: Set up a digital countdown to the trip date and send it to them as a surprise link.
  • Suitcase Surprise: Pack a suitcase with essentials for the destination and leave it for them with a note inside.
  • Postcard Reveal: Send them a postcard from the destination in advance, with the trip details written on it.
  • Surprise Event: Organize a small gathering or event where the surprise announcement is made.
  • Hidden Messages: Leave hidden messages around the house that, when pieced together, reveal the trip.
  • Destination-themed Gift: Give them a gift related to the destination, with the trip details attached.
  • Morning Surprise: Serve breakfast in bed with a boarding pass or trip itinerary on the tray.
  • Balloon Pop: Fill balloons with notes, one of which reveals the trip, and have them pop the balloons.
  • Adventure Book: Create an “adventure book” with the first adventure being the surprise trip.
  • Customized Playlist: Make a playlist with songs related to the destination and include a spoken reveal at the end.
  • Virtual Reality Reveal: Use a VR headset to take them on a virtual tour of the destination before revealing the actual trip.

Announcing a surprise trip creatively adds an extra layer of excitement and anticipation to the experience.

It transforms the moment of reveal into a special memory in itself, setting the tone for the adventure that lies ahead and deepening the bond between those sharing the experience.

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You’re awesome! You decided to book a vacation or local staycation experience for someone and now it’s time to do your surprise vacation reveal! Researching and making travel arrangements is already quite a lot of work, phew that can be an understatement! I’m typically the go-to person in the family to make all of the travel arrangements and itinerary. So, I equally both feel your pain AND share your excitement!

I have several surprise vacation reveal ideas for you that range from the simplest solutions to gift a vacation, all the way up to creating a major WOW factor! Before I get into my 8 creative ways to reveal a surprise vacation (below) , lets talk about how to gift experiences and not blow it!!

The Gift of Lifelong Memories

Is it just me or do 9 times out of 10 people put things on their gift wish lists, yet 9 times out of 10 enjoying experiences and making memories is way better than some thing ?

Doesn’t matter if it’s Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries, milestones, or other celebrations, everyone’s guilty of putting a thing down on their wish list. Don’t get me wrong, some things could be bad a** and you would be super excited to open the present up or reward yourself by buying something. That’s cool! But…

Are your kids anything like mine and spoiled to death? Don’t know what to gift the person who has everything? That’s why I spend most of my energy thinking about cool experience gift ideas. Vacations are the perfect opportunity for quality time and to create lasting, lifelong memories!

"It's not just making travel plans, it's gifting memories of a lifetime!" by @meminthemaking

Now, lets get your next Memory in the Making!

Start with the Bucket Lists

Starting with their bucket lists is your safest best, and I’ll discuss more about why below.

But first, I’ll be honest. It’s sooooo much easier to open up Etsy or Amazon and search “anniversary gifts for husband” and add something to your cart. Being super thoughtful and planning a surprise vacation requires a lot more time, effort and energy. But the reward is definitely so much sweeter! There are many common excuses we come up with that I cover in my other post, Experience Gift Ideas for Families .

In the future, one way to help yourself out creatively is to encourage everyone to think about and share with you their bucket list of experiences, travel destinations, and even their Concert Bucket List , too! <<This is my personal fav that I recommend you and your crew fill out my free concert bucket list journal ! Ridiculously fun! I frequently coordinate travel plans with bands I’d like to see at different venues across the United States!

Finally, the last thing you are intending is make someone uncomfortable or stressed by giving them the gift of travel. By uncomfortable I mean, what if they don’t want to go there? Or what if they don’t want to use all of their vacation days for YOUR dream trip? Imposing stress on them would also suck. They could become stressed (especially if you don’t clearly disclose your intentions to cover all/certain expenses) and panic could set in. Meals, excursions, new clothing needed, tips, passport fees, etc. all can add up. If you choose something off of their bucket lists, at least you know they will be thrilled with your thoughtfulness and excitement to make one of THEIR dreams come true! Now, you just don’t want to blow the surprise trip reveal!

Don’t Blow It!

You’re obviously looking to go through a lot of time effort and energy to make this a surprise trip reveal super fun! So don’t blow it!! Here are a few great tips on how to gift a vacation from The Points Guy:

  • Don’t use frequent flyer numbers in the booking or they will get an email from the airline or hotel!
  • Use an incognito browser window so you search and browser history doesn’t accidentally spill the beans!
  • If they need a new passport, make sure there is ample time to get it in enough time!
  • More examples in his full article: How to Give a Surprise Trip .

Next, this article by Lost on the Route is a fabulous resource for everything to consider! He thoughtfully explains How to Gift a Surprise Trip and Don’t Mess Up . Some examples include:

  • Vacation time
  • Think 360-degrees about all costs
  • Making sure your present is appropriate and they’ll accept it
  • Documents needed
  • Leaving space for freedom
  • and more! Read more for all the details.

At this point, if you’re balking at the idea of planning a whole vacation for someone, don’t sweat it! Remember, they have NO IDEA you were considering this so there’s nothing to feel bad about. Obviously, you’re digging the idea of an experience vs. a thing, so head over to my other posts for tons more experience gift ideas and date ideas for married couples to mix it up ! Or if you just want to scale back the travel a notch, make the trip a seriously unforgettable local stay cation instead. You’ll find exactly what you need in my staycation planning guide ! Check it out or save this Pin for later. >>

Now, let’s get to the fun part! The big surprise trip reveal!

8 Creative Ways to Reveal a Surprise Vacation

Below, I’ll go into greater detail on how to stir up excitement for the trip! Here’s an overview of 8 creative ways to reveal a surprise vacation:

  • Write in a card
  • Print out a flyer or itinerary with details
  • Print a QR code with link
  • Gift or gift basket with items for the trip
  • Make a video slideshow
  • Tricky wrapping or clues
  • Wrap something that goes along with the theme
  • Setup a vignette display

Write in a Card

The easiest option, and a perfectly acceptable option is to write in a card and then talk to them about all the trip’s details. Bonus points: have the card match the theme of the trip such as a beach with flip flops or the Eiffel Tower. Shopping on Etsy for cards is my fav because there are so many options no matter what the occasion!

The only catch to only writing the destination in the card, is if there’s more to it. I’ve found it easier to give them some details to take with them so they can look further into the hotel, activities, restaurants, excursions, etc. on their own later.

A solution for that is to have a list of links ready to text or email to them after they open their card. A link to the hotel, restaurant menu, event you bought tickets to, etc.

On the contrary, this is a great idea if you aren’t ready to book this trip without talking to them first. With this flexibility in mind you could write in 2 destinations to choose from. Or write in 2 dates to choose from, and immediately put it on your calendars so it doesn’t get dragged out and never actually happen.

Another consideration is to stick their passport in the card as a little creative touch. Next, I’ll show you how easy it is for you to one-up writing in a card.

Print a Surprise Vacation Reveal Flyer or Itinerary

What do I mean about creating a vacation flyer?  Simply put, print an 8.5 x 11 inch page with all of the known details of your trip. Here are a few different examples of some I’ve done in the past.

Bahamas family vacation flyer for surprise vacation reveal

What to Include on the Flyer

Obviously an itinerary is pretty self-explanatory as far as the format goes. Ready-made templates will help guide how you lay that out, very easily. But, there are a few key bits of information you may want to add in. Examples include:

  • Dates of the trip
  • # of Days / # of Nights away
  • Name of accommodations (hotel, cruise ship, VRBO, campground, etc.)
  • Type of hotel room (suite, standard king, double bed, ocean view, garden view, etc.)
  • Excursions or activity examples available to decide on or pre-planned (swim with dolphins, kayaking, zip lining, shopping at a mall, hiking, casino, spa appointments, etc.)
  • Tickets to an event (concert, play, etc.)
  • Restaurant reservations
  • Resort or hotel amenities
  • Who’s going on the trip
  • All expenses paid or specifically what the gift includes
  • Pictures and graphics representative of the vacation (hotel, scenery, excursions, food, etc.)

Next, lets talk about the easiest way to create this surprise vacation reveal flyer or itinerary!

Try Canva for Free

With no design experience, you can create tons amazing visual content using FREE Canva . In a few clicks and no credit required, you be setup with an account. There are so many canned templates to choose from and they already have the proper sizes associated with them. It’s seriously too easy.

First, create your account and get started!

Create a Design

Second, scroll through all of the different project options or click the Create a design button on the top right. Search for “flyer” and you’ll see a few size options to choose from. I typically would choose Flyer (Portrait 8.5 x 11 inch) .

Immediately you’ll see a bunch of different templates appear along the left side of the screen. I almost always start my projects with a canned template. It’s a great starting point and a huge time saver. A great start is to search for “vacation” or “travel itinerary”.

For additional training from Canva, visit their Help page and learn every trick you could think of within a few seconds.

Side note: have you seen my other article on how I created my daughter’s birthday invitation using Canva in less than 5 minutes ? Check it out if you’re curious! The amount of other fun things you can do with Canva is endless!

Printing the Flyer

There are a few options for printing the flyer or itinerary. Obviously, if you have a good printer at home (with ink, ha!) that is the quickest option. Download the flyer as a .pdf for best printing results.

Second, have it professionally printed. If you want to make it more fancy or don’t have a printer available, a very quick option is to upload it to a local Walgreens or FedEx Kinkos. They can typically print it out in an 8×10 inch size with a glossy, photo paper. Plus you can typically pick it up in as little as an hour!

Printing Tip: If you know you’ll decide to choose professionally photo-size printing, use the quick “Resize” option in Canva to adjust your flyer to an 8×10 inch size. May need to slightly tinker with the format but it will ensure that nothing gets cut off. Also, consider a little “bleed” room that will get cut off. Don’t place critical information right up against any of the edges of the flyer to be safe. In this case, download it as .png image.

Savings Tip: if you are using Walgreens, I have always found that they offer a coupon code online for all photo orders. Typically 50% off! Check out Retailmenot.com here .

Third, and easiest option, is to print directly via Canva. If you have a few days, with a couple clicks you you can order in a matte or gloss finish for a reasonable price and free delivery to your doorstep.

Gifting the Surprise Vacation Reveal Flyer or Itinerary

Lastly, wrap the flyer in a shirt gift box or throw it into a gift bag. Bonus points: wrapping paper or gift bag match the theme of the trip!

Next, I’ll show you how you can take a little more of techy approach in no time!

Print a QR Code to Reveal a Surprise Vacation

Technology can be great way to simplify or amplify this surprise! With an easy search for “ QR Code Generator ” you can very quickly, for free get your own QR code for the person to scan with their phone. What URL this QR code points to is another story! Let your creativity run wild here. Some ideas to get your wheels spinning include a link to:

  • The location’s tourism website (such as: Pure Michigan or Nashville’s Visit Music City )
  • The resort’s website
  • A YouTube video
  • A song clue (“Margaritaville” for a trip to Key West, FL)
  • A video you make (see a video or slideshow section below)
  • An invite to a shared, interactive, itinerary organizer on the free Wanderlog app

Wanderlog is a phenomenal free travel app that I now use for ALL of my travel plans. Keep an eye out for my post about how to use this app soon! Subscribe to my Memory in the Making blog now so you don’t miss a beat, plus get subscriber perks:

Next, get some ideas for physical gifts and when it makes sense to bother buying things for the trip, too.

Gift or Gift Basket

Travel as a gift is certainly plenty ! However, creating a themed gift basket of sorts is a cute option.

I only recommend this idea if you know you’ll be buying something for them anyway. What do I mean by that? Your kids would be a great example if you know they need a new swimsuit and flip flops. Or a pretty dress for a family picture. Maybe your husband could use a new pair of sunglasses. Or all the adults get a themed koozie. You get the idea!

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It doesn’t have to be a “basket” either. You can put items in a piece of luggage , a carry-on bag, a toiletry bag, a wet bag, or just a regular gift bag. Here’s my favorite pack of luggage tags , great for traveling with family! Lastly, I’m absolutely obsessed with my wet bags and beach bag from ALOHA Collection . They’re super great quality. I have bought MANY in different sizes for myself, kids, and my husband!

luggage

Get a laugh out of it!

Creating confusion to mess with them can be quite entertaining! For example, fill a gift bag with items like travel-sized deodorant or other lame toiletries that you have them open first. You’ll certainly get a funny look. Then let the cat out of the bag with the surprise trip reveal!

Make a Video for a Surprise Vacation Reveal

Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words. Instead of printing something, grab a bunch of pictures from websites, social media pages and add them into a presentation. Many people are great at creating videos these days because of social media and have cool apps to do this on. A few easy options that come to my mind are:

  • A good ‘ol traditional PowerPoint
  • Search for other free video making apps here

The family staycation we did, I used iMovie and text the video out to the adults and showed the kids. Super fun! See my post, 5 Steps to Plan the Ultimate Staycation for more time savers and pro planning tips!

Now, lets jump into the next surprise vacation reveal ideas!

Tricky Wrapping or Clues

You can get really creative with being tricky. Let your imagination run wild! From DIY, to free printables, to easy to customize and order off of Etsy ideas, I’ve gotchu covered!

First, there are a ton of great, tricky ideas for revealing family trips! One idea is a scavenger hunt, like this free printable Disney surprise vacation reveal . Another is this cute balloon popping reveal activity !

Second, you can go with these elegant travel ticket, like this weekend gift getaway “boarding pass” for a birthday present available on Etsy!

Third, these personalized scratch off tickets that reveal your gift of travel plans are so cute! This luxury travel announcement includes additional customization pieces for more excursion details and is a fabulous choice. These travel scratch offs “Surprise! We are going on a vacation” and road trip reveal tickets are yet another of the creative ways to reveal a surprise vacation!

Next, lets wrap something more tied specifically to the vacay theme and surprise them in a different way!

Wrap Something Related to the Theme

This option can be very simple. A trip to Paris; wrap some macaroons and some French wine. While you enjoy your treats, casually work the trip into the convo! Sneaky and romantic.

This gift is really just an ode to the trip and doesn’t need to be expensive. Wrapping something tiny, unusual or functional is a great way add to the fun vacation presents. A keychain, coffee mug, sticker, their local beer, or other consumables are perfect! Wrap it alone, or hide a note, flyer or itinerary in there!

Lastly, allow me to describe the most creative way to reveal a surprise vacation and create a ton of excitement!

Ultimate Surprise Vacation Reveal: Setup a Vignette Display

My dad has been the king of this surprise vacation reveal idea over the years! At Christmastime, he sometimes will gift us a big family vacation. I can attest as the gift receiver, this is always a lot of fun for us adults and his grandkids! Plus it builds up the group’s anticipation big time. Perfect surprise trip reveal for a group family vacation!

Here’s a perfect example. For a ski trip, a display could include items like ski hats, gloves, and goggles as gifts. Sprinkle around some fake snow on the table and a few other cold-weather decorations to create a winter wonderland vignette.

Bonus points: also create that slideshow video (see idea details above) that includes pictures and video clips of the hotel, ski slopes, etc. Have it playing on an iPad as everyone walks into the room!

Talk about WOW factor!!

Thanks Dad!

Finally, consider combining even elements from a few of the other 8 creative ways to reveal a surprise vacation (above) into one giant, unforgettable gift of travel scene!

Celebrating on Vacation

Ok. Ok. You’re obvi already the coolest! But… if this vacation is built around celebrating something special, like a birthday or anniversary during the vacation, I know you’re going to LOVE this, too!

Birthday Surprises on Vacay

My Birthday Surprises on Vacay post is kick a**! It is packed to the gills with ideas related to decorations, theme ideas, gift ideas, hotel concierge requests and more memorable vacation celebration experience ideas! These ideas are for both kids and adults. Pin these now to save for later >>

Anniversary Getaways

My husband and I recently celebrated our 16th Anniversary. We love to plan a quick getaway each year if we can to reconnect. This year, we added a twist to our anniversary vacation… we knocked something off of our concert bucket list journals ! Check out a quick video recap of our trip to Napa, CA for Bottle Rock Festival here on Pinterest >>

Even if you’re not celebrating a special occasion while on vacation this time, save these Pins to your Pinterest board now for later! Let me know whatcha think in the comments below!

Hey, wait a minute! What’s on your own bucket list?? Give it some thought and put those ideas on your own wish list that you share with your friends and fam. What if they want to return the favor some time?!

As adults, we tend to downplay things like our birthdays or Valentine’s Day. Why?? Life is short. I believe we should celebrate as often as possible, even the small things. If this is your first time checking out my blog, see what I’m all about . Also, check out my post, More Champagne Popping , for more inspo on moments to slow tf* down for and ideas to celebrate!

If I was able to inspire a killer surprise vacation reveal that you caught on camera, I would absolutely love to hear about it! Tag me @meminthemaking on Instagram or Facebook !

Without a doubt, save these Surprise Vacation Reveal Ideas to your Pinterest board for later!

…Or text a link to your partner in crime!

Finally, follow me @memoryinthemakin g on Pinterest or @meminthemaking on Instagram and Facebook !

Safe travels.

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I absolutely LOVE the idea of creating experiences and making memories in lieu of a “gift.” It’s such a good idea to go over bucket lists with the family to help in your decision on a surprise vacation. Thank you for laying out such wonderful and detailed ideas on how to reveal the surprise vacation….I think the “Scavenger Hunt” idea is the most fun!

Thank you so much Shelly! I’m so glad you enjoyed and got some good stuff out of here. The hotel scavenger hunt is the absolute BEST! Download the free printable to save for your next trip: https://memoryinthemaking.com/hotel-scavenger-hunt-with-freebie-printable/

This is so fun! One time I surprised my husband (then boyfriend) with a road trip to Florida. My sister was living there so I had her take pictures of the beach, etc and send them to me. I put it all together, details and everything, into a “book” (folder with prongs haha). On the last page I put something along the lines of, “So will you go?” Of course he said yes!

Meg, isn’t that the best?! Love it!! We plan trips anyways, so I love making the reveal a special part of the memories too. Why not right?! My personal fav is to download my free Concert Bucket List, compare notes, and then plan a trip to see a band! Or experience a beautiful venue or city you wouldn’t normally go. Grab it here: https://memoryinthemaking.com/concert-bucket-list-journal/ Have a great time getting your next Memory in the Making!

What a cool way to celebrate life! Creating memories instead of “throw away gifts” is THE best!

Yay! I couldn’t agree more Janelle! I’ve got a ton more inspo in my other post “Experience Gift Ideas” for everyone in your life that you’d appreciate it: https://memoryinthemaking.com/experience-gift-ideas-for-families/ Have a great time getting your next Memory in the Making!

“Love these ideas! I’m planning a surprise trip for my parents’ anniversary. Any tips for keeping the destination a secret from them?”

Yes! Make sure you don’t include their frequent flyer number in their reservation just yet or they’ll get email notifications. If you book any spa reservations, etc. do not give them their cell number or they’ll get text notifications. Lastly, if you share computers or are on each other’s phones from time to time, make sure to switch to your incognito browser where you’re not logged into google account and search history shows up. Happy travels! 🙂

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Our florida holiday reveal (disney reveal ideas).

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Our Florida holiday reveal (Disney reveal ideas) .

A holiday to Florida is something very special. Particularly when you’ve got kids.

It really is somewhere to have the best of fun.

We adored our trip last year with Virgin holidays to Universal Orlando Resort . It was somewhere the whole family just couldn’t stop smiling while we were there.

When we were planning a return trip to Universal and Florida we knew it would take the children by surprise. They loved the holiday so much last year but they had no idea there was a possibility of going back.

Once we had it all booked in we decided to do a Florida holiday reveal.

This would work for Disney reveal ideas or surprise Disney trip reveal ideas – it’s a fun way to announce the news)

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When the children came back from school we told them there was a word hunt. They had to find some clues to tell them something special.

The excitement was only just beginning but they already loved the fun of a word hunt around the house.

The first clue told them to look near a sink which eventually led them to find the letters ‘E’ and ‘W’ which the youngest spelled out to mean ‘We’.

They raced around the house, the next letters found under one of the duvets on one of their beds spelled out ‘are’.

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They then discovered ‘going’ in a pair of wellies by the back door.

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The final word ‘to’ was placed on the table, discovered under a cushion in the lounge.

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They looked at us expectedly, eyes wide, not really knowing what to expect.

We told them to stand next to the big box in the lounge which had a blanket over it. We’d told them not to touch it as it was fragile.

We counted down and said they could pull the blanket back on ‘zero’. ’10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5…” we called out cheerfully.

They looked a little nervous, not quite sure what was in the big box in front of them.

“4, 3, 2, 1”, eyes widened now, slightly scared, full of anticipation.

“Zero” we called out and our ten year old pulled the blanket from the top of the box.

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A huge Minion floated to the ceiling. Their favourite character at Universal and the ride we went on the most.

They all looked up at him before our eight year old noticed the sign taped to the ribbon on the front.

“Florida?” she said, confused. It hit the ten year old first, he turned around to look at us, not believing, not sure if he dared to believe.

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Before crying out, “What? Florida? Am I dreaming? Is this a dream?”.

He started to cry, which made us cry while the younger two were jumping up and down.

“We’re going back to Universal Studios , we’ll get to see the minions again”.

The children were so sweet, hugging us and saying “thank you so much” over and over again.

I love that no matter how much we travel they are still so full of wonder and excitement for hitting the road again and don’t take any of it for granted.

They know they’re lucky and they’re thankful and gracious and I absolutely love travelling with them.

So…..Florida here we come.

We cannot wait. See how we got on during our family road trip to Florida and Georgia .

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Oh what a fabulous reveal Nichola and that last picture makes me so happy! Love when children are excited about travel. Have the best time, can’t wait to follow along!

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I love the look on his face – what a fantastic surprise

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Oh look at the look on his face! That’s amazing! I am so going to do this if we ever go!

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I love how you did it the balloon in the box is ace wish we could go but not got the time yet to go.

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Thats an amazing suprise. Ive been to Florida many times. Ive just come back from California and visited Disneyland and Universal Hollywood. After being to both Florida and California, I definitely think both Disney and Universal over there are much better than the ones in Florida

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Aw I love how you devised a word hunt for the children to follow and it is great that they were so excited about going to Florida. I am excited to hear more about your trip x

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I totally love this travel reveal! I have never thought about that. I simply just blurt things out to hubby even if its a surprise. With a little one on the way I am definitely remembering this brilliant idea.

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That is the cutest reveal, I think it’s good that you kept it as a surprise and revealed it to the kids this way x

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What a great treat and total surprise. What a picture of pure joy.

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What a lovely idea, they must be filled with joy and excitement x

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aw how exciting! everyone looks so happy and looking forward

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What a fab reveal! Your son’s face is fantastic – I wish I’d taken my sons when they were that kind of age

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OMG take me with you!!! What a lovely reveal I bet they were over the moon. Florida is lovely and I am sure you will have the most amazing time!!!

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Oh wow, what a great way to break the good news to the kids! I hope you have a fab time, I’m sure you will! 🙂

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Omg! Such a cute idea! You all will love Florida so much!

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What a fabulous reveal it made me well up with tears reading this I was so excited for them!

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What a sweet reaction! I haven’t been to Florida, but we have been having talks with the kids about going and they are so psyched!

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Hope you have the most amazing time. We want to so universal next time and were hoping to do next year but I think it will be 2019 now

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That is the most incredible and fun way to reveal a surprise! It must have been really fun to watch them gather the letters then realise where they are going! I hope you have a lovely holiday x

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Aww, this really brought a tear to my eye!! What an adorable and charming way to tell them – and the look on their faces! Just brilliant! <3 I hope you all have a fantastic time in Florida! xxx

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Wow, this is really a good idea for travel reveal and I love their excitement, I will try these glad that you share this

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Looks like your minions were more then overjoyed to be heading back to Florida! The days will fly by til you board your plane and head back for more Universal adventures.

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Awww this is so adorable!! I.love the word hunt and reveal – the look on their faces! I remember when my mum told my sister and I we were going to Florida – I thought I was dreaming!

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13 Ways to Surprise Someone with a Trip

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Your loved one is going to be over the moon about the surprise vacation you’ve planned just for them, but how do you reveal the surprise? Luckily, there are tons of ways you can surprise someone with a trip and make the reveal unique to them! In this article, we’ll fill you in on the best, easiest, and most creative ways to gift your partner, parent, kids, or friend the trip of a lifetime. What are you waiting for? Keep reading because we have a trip to reveal!

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  • Create a scavenger hunt or play a balloon popping game to get kids excited about discovering their gift.
  • Watch a movie featuring the surprise destination or dine at a restaurant specific to the culture they’ll be experiencing to surprise an adult.
  • Reveal the secret at the airport the day of the trip to give kids the ultimate surprise.

A puzzle of your destination is a fun way to surprise kids or adults.

  • Order custom puzzles through sites like Shutterfly and Collage.
  • Consider adding a message to your puzzle’s image like, “Surprise! You’re going to Hawaii!” or “Happy Birthday! Mickey’s waiting for you!”
  • If the puzzle comes in a box with the puzzle’s image on it, put it in a blank box or bag, so your loved one won’t know what they’re revealing until the puzzle is complete.

Treasure hunt

Let kids of all ages uncover clues and search for their ultimate gift.

  • Theme your clues around the destination. For example, if they’re going to the beach, hide clues near a pair of sandals, under popsicles in the freezer, or beside the pool.
  • Make the final clue their ticket or a message saying something like, “You’re going to Disney World!”
  • Keep the clues age appropriate. If the vacation is for a younger child, help them read the clues or use pictures to describe where the next clue is.

Daily riddle

Keep a curious mind guessing with clues leading up to their departure.

  • Write the riddles on notes to stick randomly around the house for them to find.
  • Text them a clue in the middle of the day to lift their spirits.
  • Make the riddles as easy or difficult as you like; just keep your loved one’s age in mind.
  • One of your riddle clues might be, “I measure time, I build castles, and I’m small enough to fit in a spoon. What am I?”

Make a video revealing the trip your loved one has to scan.

  • Create a QR code easily on website like QR Code Generator , QRCode Monkey , or beconstac .
  • If you don’t want to make a video yourself, no problem! Link the QR code to a travel brochure or documentary featuring the destination.

Box in a box in a box

Hide the tickets in endless packaging to make kids and adults curious.

  • No boxes, no problem! Try this same idea but use various sizes of envelopes instead.

Hide the ticket in another gift

Lower expectations by placing the trip location in a mundane gift.

  • Place the ticket in the fold of a piece of clothing, so they’ll have to unfold the item to find it.
  • Slide the ticket in between the pages of a self-help book.
  • Tape the ticket to the underside of a box of chocolates.

Write a message on a cake

Reveal the big surprise when your loved one blows out their candles.

  • “Happy Birthday, Abby! P.S. You’re going to London!”
  • “Pack your bags! The Eiffel Tower is waiting!”
  • Consider theming the cake around the destination, even if it doesn’t go with the party’s theme.

Ask a friend or family member for help

Fill in another loved one to make the reveal special.

  • Try getting your loved one’s favorite celebrity or influencer involved using Cameo (a personalized video service). Simply pay the celebrity or influencer through the service, and ask them to reveal the trip in their message.

Gift a travel essential

Luggage, passports, or snorkel gear can help reveal your big surprise.

  • Try wrapping up a series of items for the trip separately but make the final present a note about how they’ll need everything for an upcoming getaway.

Cook a meal from the destination

A country-specific food is a delicious way to reveal a trip to a partner.

  • For instance, if you’re taking them to Italy, try making pasta from scratch and serving wine imported from the country.
  • If cooking isn’t your thing, take them to a restaurant featuring the country or culture’s cuisine.

Balloon pop

Hide a note about your getaway in a single balloon for kids to find.

  • Fill the balloons with confetti or sparkles for extra fun.
  • This game is best to play with children of elementary age and older as sitting on balloons could cause a few boo-boos.

Movie reveal

Plan a movie...

  • Greece: Mamma Mia
  • France: Ratatouille
  • Scotland: Brave
  • London: Love, Actually
  • New York: West Side Story

Reveal the destination at the airport

Spring the news on kids at the airport for the ultimate surprise.

  • Consider keeping your kids guessing even after you get to the airport. This way, they’ll have to use context clues and observational skills to “crack the code.”

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Disney Scavenger Hunt – Awesome Vacation Surprise for Kids [Printable Clues]

By: Author Kim Tate

Posted on Published: December 19, 2017

Our family is planning a trip to Disney World and I’ve considered surprising them with the trip! I’ve heard of families doing this, so I decided to put together another one of my fun scavenger hunts . This Disney scavenger hunt has clues that will lead kids around to a final announcement of a Disney vacation!

If you want to set up your scavenger hunt like I have you’ll need a few supplies: (some links are affiliate / commission links)

Disney Scavenger Hunt Supplies

  • paper mache boxes
  • craft paint (I used metallic red , matte black, and white pearl metallic )
  • foam brushes

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Disney scavenger hunt for kids – clues and boxes © Stuffed Suitcase

To help prime the paper mache for the paint I first spray painted them with a basic white spray paint. Then I started painting the boxes with the red, white, and black. I did about three coats to get them looking nice and bright and colorful. The red almost looks pink if you don’t layer up coats.

Disney Scavenger Hunt Clues

Next step is to print out the Disney scavenger hunt clues . I’ve written six clues, which I feel makes for a fun hunt. You’ll want to organize the clues to lead to each other. I wrote the final clue to lead to a suitcase. You can organize and plan how to best arrange the other ones yourself.

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As you can see the clues will lead to: a clock, freezer, shoe, bathtub, tea/mug cabinet, suitcase. Again I recommend you save the suitcase for the final announcement spot!

End your Disney scavenger at the suitcase with a fun surprise inside! © Stuffed Suitcase

End your Disney scavenger at the suitcase with a fun surprise inside! © Stuffed Suitcase

Ending the Scavenger Hunt

Ideas for what to add to the suitcase for the Disney vacation surprise announcement:

  • Ear Hats for the Park (you can even get personalized ones)
  • Favorite character toys or clothes from shopDisney

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Hide some surprises inside the suitcase – such as personalized ear hats! © Stuffed Suitcase

Include one of my surprise Disney vacation printables to announce where they’re headed for their Disney vacation!

CLICK TO DOWNLOAD Disney Vacation Surprise Announcement Printables © Stuffed Suitcase

CLICK TO DOWNLOAD Disney Vacation Surprise Announcement Printables © Stuffed Suitcase

I love how this Disney scavenger hunt turned out and hope you can use it as a fun way to surprise your kids with a Disney vacation! I always love hearing your stories, so comment below if you use this hunt or if you have a fun idea for how to surprise kids with a trip to Disney!

Want to surprise your kids with a trip to Disney? This fun Disney scavenger hunt has printable clues for you to hide and help announce the Disney World or Disneyland vacation!

Disney Scavenger Hunt – clues to surprise your kids with a trip to Disney! © Stuffed Suitcase

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Want to win Christmas this year? Give your family a magical vacation to look forward to! Not only will they treasure the memories far longer than any toys, you can skip the shopping madness and actually enjoy the season!

If you’re going to surprise your kids with a trip, you’ll want to make a big production out of it to maximize the fun. There are so many great ways to reveal your gift. And lots of talented folks out there making resources to help if you’re time (or creativity) starved. Here are some of my favorites:

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If you’re planning on leaving for vacation right away, and your kids are young enough – you might be able to keep the secret until you get to the airport, or even all the way to Florida. Popular ploys are “we’re keeping daddy company on a business trip,” or “we’re going to grandma’s”. But make sure they won’t be disappointed when they find out they aren’t going to the original location.

Surprise via gifts

There are so many travel related items that you could gift your kids like luggage , backpacks , water bottles , toiletries . You could have them open a series of items that are not necessarily Disney related, and see if they pick up on the theme. Then progress towards more specific and revealing clues like Disney shirts or Magic Bands . 

The box-within-a-box technique is a lot of fun too. Wrap a series of boxes nested inside each other until they get to the surprise. Some ideas for the last box:

  • Helium Mickey balloons that float out
  • A letter from Mickey
  • “Tickets” to Disney World
  • A pop-up custom card
  • A character plush

Surprise by clues

If your kiddos are a little older, you might want to challenge them a bit and stretch out the anticipation by gamifying it. Give out little hints daily with an Advent Calendar. Or you could create a scavenger hunt (or buy one on Etsy), have a custom puzzle made, or play a game like hangman, Pictionary or charades with the answer “We’re Going to Disney.” Examples below from Etsy:

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More subtle Hints

With teens, it might be fun to get a little sneakier. Slip in some clues and see how long it takes them to catch on. Mickey shaped pancakes for breakfast, a message written in chapstick on the bathroom mirror (they’ll see when the shower steams up the room), or don some custom tees, and keep them concealed under your bathrobes until just the right moment. 

What other surprise reveals have you heard of? Share in the comments below! And don’t forget to grab our free printable “We’re Going to Disney” sign for your own reveal!

And it’s not too late to book that trip – get in touch and we’ll help you plan your dream vacation!

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How To Reveal A Surprise Trip: 5 Ways To Do It Right

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Knowing how to reveal a surprise trip is always a difficult situation to be in. The stakes are high for you, because you don’t want your loved one to give you a lukewarm response to your reveal or – even worse – disappointment at their lack of excitement.

The Pressure of Organising Surprise Trips

And disappointment is the last thing you want to hear. You’ve already had to go through a lot of stress in order to plan your surprise trip.

Just the act of scheduling your trip has been a major headache. You had to find a date in both of your diaries, by checking their schedule, all without letting them know why. You might’ve felt anxiety throughout the entire booking process, hoping your friend hasn’t changed their dates.

You’ve also committed money and time into securing your train or plane tickets, your vacation digs, and itinerary, that you can’t back out now. You might’ve gone through doubts surrounding the vacation you’ve chosen, if he/she will enjoy your idea.

You’ve survived all of that and yet still the journey isn’t over. Now you have to figure out how to reveal a surprise trip so the answer you hear is a resounding yes.

A surprise trip is a gift like any other and should be treated in the same way. To help someone want to “open this gift” you want to create an experience that leads up to the reveal. Before we get to those tips, there’s one thing you need to think about first.

When Should You Reveal Your Surprise Trip?

Deciding how to reveal a surprise trip is one thing, but picking the right time is do so is another. You want to reveal close enough to the departure date that the excitement of going is palpable for both of you; but also far enough away so that if you had to postpone, you can get your money back.

Why could a surprise trip be postponed? Well, plans could change for the recipient of your trip. Perhaps they forgot to add things to their schedule/diary. Perhaps they were invited to something only just recently and forgot to mention it.

You want to time your reveal to also give your friend enough time to prepare for the trip. Even if it’s just a weekend away, they will still want to clear their diaries and make sure they have no pending interruptions. You also need to give them time to pack and get travel insurance (unless you’re gifting that as well.)

Ways To Build Up To Your Reveal

As I mentioned before, you want to prime your friend into “open the gift” of your trip, so that when you do the reveal, joy and enthusiasm is the response you get. Here are some ways you can lead into that moment.

Knowing how to reveal a surprise trip well is all about sly games and teasing. If you’re going to a particular location, consider dressing up in clothing items related to the destination. For example, if you’re planning a hiking weekend, wear your hiking gear before meeting your friend. Got a beach setting in mind? Put on your flip flips and shades. Going to Disneyland? Get those Mickey Mouse ears on.

This reveal idea is something that can take place over a few days. If you live with your friend or loved one, you can leave little clues about your trip throughout your house, e.g., destination photos in the bathroom, semblance of a packed bag, photocopies of tickets somewhere. If you don’t live with friends, you can message them with clues or send them sounds and music from the destination you’ve planned; or slip something into their bag.

Cook a meal

Invite your friend to a dinner featuring some of the local cuisine you will be encountering. If you’re not great at cooking, then consider going to a restaurant that specialises in these dishes. You can tell them about your upcoming trip after you’ve both ordered your meal.

Hand them a travel guide

Deciding how to reveal a surprise trip can be as simple as presenting the destination upfront. Find a travel guide for your future trip and fill it with highlighted pages and folded-down corners, before handing it over. Use the guide as a casual talking point before going in with the reveal.

Get them a travel gift

We’re talking something small and affordable here, for example, a neck cushion, a daypack, or clothing items suitable for your vacation.

After you’ve primed your loved one using one of these techniques, casually present your tickets in an envelope by using a line such as like, “Oh, the mailman passed me this urgent letter for you,” or “I got concert tickets for us,” or “is this letter yours?”

Deciding how to reveal a surprise trip is all about subterfuge. Try and relax and have fun with it. I wish you luck with whatever happens.

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Disney Trip Reveal Scavenger Hunt (Free printable!)

by Jac of All Things | Sep 25, 2022

If you’re looking for a fun and creative way to tell your kids that you’re going to Disney, look no further! This Disney trip reveal scavenger hunt is sure to get them excited.

Create a fun Disney-inspired game for your kids by following the list of clues below. Follow the link below to print your free copy of these clues or copy the clues on paper or card-stock and hide around your house. At each stop along the way, hide the next clue until they reach the final destination, where you reveal you are going to Disney!

(Scroll down to access free printable Disney trip reveal scavenger hunt clues!)

Disney Trip Reveal Scavenger Hunt Clues

Rapunzel, Rapunzel. Let down your hair. Find me where you keep your hair brush.
The cold never bother Elsa anyways. Find me where Elsa would keep things cold.
Ariel has 20 thingsmabobs, but wants more. Find me where Ariel keeps her dinglehopper.
Belle is always looking for a new book to read. Find me where you keep all of your books.
Cinderella has lost her slipper. Find me where she could find her missing slipper.
Mirror, mirror, on the wall. Who’s the fairest of them all? Find me where you can see your reflection.
Sleeping Beauty must be awoken with a true loves kiss. Find me where Aurora is sleeping.
Pinnochio says even miracles take time. Find me where you can tell the time.
Where the sky meets the sea, it calls Moana. Find me where you can make a call.
Aladdin makes a wish by rubbing the Genie’s lamp. Find me where you can make a wish.
Pluto loves to play in the mud. Find me where he can be rinsed off at the end of the day.
Jasmine and Aladdin love to take their Magic Carpet for a night time flight. Find me under their carpet.
Stitch is always getting into trouble and can get quite hungry. Find me where Stitch can get a snack.
Olaf loves warm hugs and says that some people are worth melting for. Find me where it is very warm.
Doc McStuffins is in and she’s ready to fix you up. Find me with the medicine and tools to make you feel better.
Jake and the Neverland Pirates are looking for their treasure. Find me _ . (Fill in the blank for the location of your final clue!)
For your final clue, you can create a card that says “We’re going to Disney!” or hide a physical object like Magic Bands.

Download a copy of free printable Disney trip reveal scavenger hunt clues.

We hope you have as much fun playing this Disney trip reveal scavenger hunt as we did writing it! Enjoy your trip to Disney!

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There are few things more exciting in parenting than surprising your kids with something they will legitimately lose their little minds over! And a surprise Disney trip reveal is one of the most fun things to put together as a parent!

Surprise! We’re Going to Disney!

We’re wrapping up our own Disney trip, and we’ve had so much fun surprising our boys and building up anticipation!

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It doesn’t have to take a lot of work (or money, you’re spending enough of that on your trip)! But with a little creativity, the right free Disney trip reveal printable, and the perfect wrapping job later turns into a really fun surprise Disney trip reveal idea that you’ll remember forever!

There’s also a free We’re Going to Disney printable at the end of the post.

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Here are 10 easy and really fun way to pull off a surprise Disney trip reveal!

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My parents did this when I was a child, and it’s still one of my favorite memories!

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  • A Musical Surprise Find three Disney songs you know your family loves. I love using Disneyland Songs played in the park. Zip A Dee Do Dah , It’s a Small World , and A Pirate’s Life for Me always queue my son to think about Disney parks! Play the songs and ask your kids what they all have in common. When they guess it let them open a surprise envelope with the big reveal.

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  • We’re Going to Disney Balloon Idea Purchase several Disney balloons from the dollar store. Have your kids do a Disney surprise treasure hunt (balloon style) following the balloons. Leave the You’re Going to Disneyland Surprise Printable (or Disney World version) at the end of the balloon trail. This is extra fun for little kids!

 Advent Calendar Countdown

Last year, we did a huge surprise trip for a Disney Cruise . We gave big hints we were leaving from Florida and used this awesome reveal as the final gift Christmas morning. But we added a few small Christmas gifts that were Disney-themed to help them guess. One of them was a Mandalorian advent calendar. I snagged it on mega sale at the end of the holiday season, and had my boys use it the following month to countdown to our trip. The advents as a trip countdown were the biggest hit- so much so that we’re gifting bonus Disney themed Lego Advent Calendars to our kids this year with a surprise trip reveal!

Look for a free printable Disney countdown calendar, make one yourself, or buy an advent calendar to use as part of this big surprise reveal!

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Be sure to grab Disneyland and Disneyworld Discount Tickets and this printable and you’re all set for the best surprise ever!

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