Vacation Planning Services for Families, Couples, and Professionals in Iowa

At Jess Visits the Castle, every vacation planning service begins with one simple question: how do you want your trip to feel? Whether you are a working professional in Cedar Rapids looking to hand off every detail, a family in Iowa City planning a first visit to a Disney destination, or a couple in Coralville ready to make a long-awaited honeymoon a reality, each itinerary is thoughtfully tailored to your goals. Jessica Hobart-Collis brings experience as a former Walt Disney World® Resort Cast Member and a clinical social worker to every vacation, ensuring the research, logistics, and planning are handled with care, precision, and personal attention.

CUSTOM VACATION SERVICES IN CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA CITY, AND BEYOND
One Advisor. Eight Ways to Get You There.
Jess Visits the Castle offers eight distinct vacation planning services, each designed for a specific kind of trip and a specific kind of traveler. From luxury travel planning with overwater bungalows to group cruise coordination for multi-generational families, every service is managed end to end. No call-center queues, no automated booking forms, and no generic itineraries. Just careful, research-heavy planning from an advisor who is also an anxious traveler herself and knows exactly what it takes to make a trip feel effortless. Serving clients across Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Waterloo, Davenport, Coralville, North Liberty, Marion, and surrounding communities throughout Iowa and Illinois.
Custom Vacation Planning

From your first idea to your return home, every detail is thoughtfully planned around your goals. Enjoy personalized itineraries, booking support, travel logistics, and expert guidance that replaces uncertainty with complete confidence.

Ocean & River Cruise Planning
Discover the perfect sailing with guidance on cruise lines, cabin selections, ports, and excursions. Whether traveling with family, friends, or as a couple, every voyage is carefully matched to your travel style and expectations.
International Travel & Guided Tours
Explore the world knowing every detail has been prepared for you. From passport guidance and transportation planning to translated resources and ongoing support, international travel becomes simple and enjoyable.
Theme Park & Resort Planning
Create unforgettable theme park vacations with personalized resort recommendations, ticket guidance, dining strategies, and expertly planned itineraries that help you spend more time making memories together.
All-Inclusive Resort Packages
Relax knowing your flights, accommodations, transfers, dining, and resort experiences work together seamlessly. Every package is selected to deliver an effortless getaway focused entirely on relaxation and enjoyment.
Luxury Travel Experiences
Experience elevated travel through bespoke itineraries, premium accommodations, exclusive experiences, and personalized service designed around your preferences for an unforgettable journey from beginning to end.
Romantic Getaways & Honeymoons
Celebrate life's most meaningful moments with thoughtfully designed romantic escapes featuring luxury resorts, private experiences, and personalized planning that lets you focus completely on each other.
Corporate & Sports Team Logistics
Simplify complex group travel with organized transportation, accommodations, room blocks, scheduling, and coordinated logistics. Every detail is managed so your team can focus on the event instead of the planning.