You're Time Is Precious
- Sheila Smith
- Jul 9
- 2 min read
Updated: Oct 2
Let’s Make It Unforgettable
Every moment you spend with the people you love is a gift. And when you choose travel, you’re choosing more than destinations....you’re choosing connection, joy, and soul-restoring freedom.

We started small. Local road trips through Michigan's coastal towns like Port Austin and Caseville gave us sun-kissed memories and space to just be. That’s how our journey began.

And slowly, those moments evolved, from nearby escapes to adventures across the U.S., to magical days in Disney, thrilling moments at Universal Studios, and now, shimmering sunsets in the Caribbean.
Each trip brought us closer. It reminded us that family is built not just at the dinner table, but through laughter in hotel lobbies, shared snacks on airplanes, and spontaneous dance parties under unfamiliar stars.
✨ Why Travel Frees Us
- It lifts the pressure: From the weight of everyday expectations and routines.
- It deepens connection: Between parents and kids, partners, best friends, and fellow adventurers.
- It brings happiness: A kind of joy that feels light, unburdened, and unforgettable.
- It heals, inspires, and reawakens: A trip can be both a balm and a spark.

And for our family, that healing and happiness became real at Universal Studios. My daughter, who has accessible needs, found comfort there, true comfort. It was one of the first places where she felt seen, safe, and welcome. We return as often as possible because it’s not just a destination, it’s a celebration of inclusion, wonder, and her joy.
🤝 How BYC Travel Helps You Get There
I created BYC Travel to help others find that same magic without the overwhelm. Whether you're dreaming big or starting with a weekend getaway, I’m here to help every step of the way.
Here’s how I make dream trips doable:
- Personalized itineraries tailored to your style, pace, and bucket-list goals
- Support for sensory and accessibility needs, with first-hand insight and compassion
- Curated group trips full of connection, discovery, and thoughtful details
- Tools and tips for nervous flyers, parents with young children, and first-time travelers
- Friendly encouragement that helps transform stress into excitement
You deserve more than a break. You deserve restoration. You deserve a story that starts with “Let’s go.”
💬 From My Heart to Yours
Travel has changed my life, and my family’s. It brought us joy, growth, and belonging. That’s what I want to share with you.
Whether it’s your first trip or your fiftieth, whether you’re planning for a family member with extra needs or simply want support from someone who gets it—I’m here. With creativity, warmth, and experience, I help turn "someday" into “right now.”
So let’s turn your time into joy.
Let’s book the trip. Let’s set your soul free. 💛




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