{"id":12333,"date":"2022-01-29T20:53:32","date_gmt":"2022-01-29T20:53:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/secondstogo.net\/wordpress\/?page_id=12333"},"modified":"2026-04-14T17:15:58","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T17:15:58","slug":"kathleen-hesketh-writer-travel-specialist","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/secondstogo.net\/wordpress\/kathleen-hesketh-writer-travel-specialist\/","title":{"rendered":"Kathleen Hesketh"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\t<p>Travel\u00a0 Writer and Planning Specialist<\/p>\n<h1>\n\t\t\tKathleen Hesketh\t<\/h1>\n<h2>\n\t\t\tExploring the U.S. Coast to Coast\t<\/h2>\n\t<p>Kathleen Hesketh is a seasoned travel writer and travel planner with over a decade of experience exploring U.S. destinations. A lifelong traveler and Disney enthusiast, Kathleen has visited Disney parks more than 15 times, providing her with unique insights and tips to share with others. She is a proud member of the International Travel Writers Alliance, showcasing her commitment to excellence in the industry. As an agent with <a href=\"https:\/\/mickeyworldtravel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Main Street Travel (dba Mickey World Travel)<\/a>, Kathleen holds certifications from the Disney College of Knowledge and has earned her Master&#8217;s with Royal Caribbean International, as well as being a Rivers Certified Expert with Viking Cruise Line. She is also the chief author and editor for Seconds to Go &#8211; a travel blog where she shares experiences from traveling the U.S. with her daughters. Kathleen has been a professional writer for more than a decade, helping businesses craft compelling content to advance organizational goals. Her extensive expertise and passion for travel empower her to provide relevant personal insights to travelers visiting the U.S. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/kheskethtravel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Kathleen at her travel agent website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\t<p>Who Is&#8230;<\/p>\n\t<p>Kathleen Hesketh?<\/p>\n\t<p>Travel Writer . Travel Planner . Mom Times 4<\/p>\n\t<p>Fun Facts About Kathleen Hesketh<\/p>\n\t<p>Loves to explore new places<\/p>\n\t<p>More than 15 visits to<\/p>\n<p>Disney World<\/p>\n\t<p>Dog Mom ( and Grandma? )<\/p>\n\t<p>Equine enthusiast<\/p>\n\t<p>Some of Kathleen&#8217;s Explorations &amp; Articles<\/p>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/secondstogo.net\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Grand-Floridian.jpeg\" alt=\"View of Grand Floridian resort driving up to the entrance\" height=\"822\" width=\"1366\" title=\"Grand Floridian\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.justluxe.com\/luxe-insider\/trends\/feature-1974852.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Making a Disney World Vacation a VIP Experience<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Just Luxe Magazine &#8211; Jan. 12, 2023<\/p>\n\t<p>America&#8217;s favorite theme park is re-entering the travel space as a top-tier travel destination. To roll out the red carpet to luxury travelers, Disney World has designed top-shelf accommodations, magical experiences and rich amenities, but the real advantage to visiting the mouse luxury style is simplification.<\/p>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/secondstogo.net\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/matera-italy.jpg\" alt=\"matera italy\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1800\" title=\"matera italy\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.breakingtravelnews.com\/focus\/article\/immersive-escapes-three-of-the-top-family-travel-destinations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Immersive Escapes: Three of the Top Family Travel Destinations<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Breaking Travel News &#8211; May 14, 2024<\/p>\n\t<p>From Florida to Rome, families are on the move, with plans to travel near and abroad. Eighty-one percent of parents are likely to travel with their children this year, according to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/familytravel.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/FTA-Survey2023-Report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recent research<\/a>\u00a0published by the Family Travel Association (FTA). Multi-generational trips also remain popular, putting family-friendly destinations at the top of itineraries.<\/p>\n<figure itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ImageObject\">\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/secondstogo.net\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/IMG_2675-scaled-1.jpg\" alt=\"Disney Hollywood Studios Galaxy&#039;s Edge rides are included in free Disney World travel agent services\" height=\"1536\" width=\"2048\" title=\"Hollywood Studios millennium falcon Star Wars\" onerror=\"this.style.display='none'\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n\t<\/figure>\n\t<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.brainzmagazine.com\/post\/5-things-a-travel-agent-wants-you-to-know-about-disney-world\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">5 Things a Travel Agent Wants \u00a0You to Know <\/a><br \/>\nAbout Disney World<\/h2>\n<p>Brainz Magazine &#8211; Apr. 30, 2023<\/p>\n\t<p>Ahhh Disney World, that bastion of family fun and magic continues to attract travelers year after year, but planning a Disney World vacation can be complex, and for many, overwhelming. With so many options for accommodations, dining, attractions, and entertainment, it&#8217;s easy to overlook important details.<\/p>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Travel\u00a0 Writer and Planning Specialist Kathleen Hesketh Exploring the U.S. Coast to Coast Kathleen Hesketh is a seasoned travel writer and travel planner with over a decade of experience exploring U.S. destinations. 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