Today we’d like to introduce you to Marquis Smith.
Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
Karita and I spent our honeymoon chasing sunsets in Santorini and weaving through Venice’s canals—but we didn’t stop there. On our very first Disney Cruise Line voyage through the Caribbean, we discovered the joy of blending luxury travel with storytelling magic. From pirate-themed deck parties to fireworks over the ocean, that trip taught us travel could feel like pure enchantment. When Asia arrived, we traded adult-only excursions for family-friendly thrills—but without giving up the wonder. By her second birthday, she was twirling beneath Sleeping Beauty’s Castle at Disneyland Paris. Our days at Walt Disney World in Florida became a sensory overload of parades, character meet-and-greets, and Mickey-shaped treats. Watching her eyes light up at Cinderella’s Castle reminded us why we fell in love with travel in the first place. Fourteen-year-old Marquis Jr became our in-house adventure scout, dragging us down the Hulk coaster at Universal Orlando and exploring the Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Meanwhile, four-year-old Charlotte perfected her Minion giggle in Universal Studios Hollywood, and six-month-old Daniel set sail on his first Disney Cruise to the Bahamas—complete with baby-friendly play areas and character breakfasts. Balancing theme-park thrill rides with nap schedules taught us how to design itineraries that thrill every generation. Our wanderlust didn’t stop in the U.S. We’ve dipped churros in chocolate at Tokyo DisneySea, dashed through shows at Hong Kong Disneyland, and stormed the gates of Universal Studios Japan. In Singapore, we marveled at Transformers in 4K, then capped the day with a family picnic overlooking Marina Bay. Each park added a new chapter to our story—one filled with laughter, learning, and the occasional (joyful) chaos of four kids on a sugar high. Juggling fastpasses, stroller rentals, and last-minute room swaps across five continents showed us how scattered and outdated family-travel advice could be. We craved a single hub where parents could find real-world tips on booking character breakfasts in Anaheim or scoring early access at Universal Orlando. That’s how The Jetset Journal was born—a place powered by our experiences, from our first Disney cruise to our latest Universal Studios escapade. Now, The Jetset Journal guides thousands of families from planning their first castle-side tea at Belle’s storybook restaurant to conquering roller coasters in Osaka. Asia helps curate teen-friendly itineraries, Marquis Jr tests every thrill ride, Charlotte reviews preschooler amusements, and Daniel reminds us that even the littlest travelers leave the biggest footprints on our hearts. Together, we’re turning our passion—and a lifetime of Disney and Universal memories—into a resource that brings joy to families everywhere.
I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
It has not been a smooth road but we feel the journey is worth it.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I am a CDL-A truck driver and my wife is a paralegal. We were in sales but that career was a bit too intense for us and decided we wanted a change. So we set sail to careers that we felt could be more fulfilling and still fund our love to travel. We both come from humble beginnings. I am from Syracuse, NY. My wife is from St. Thomas. Our life growing up had very little traveling so we both knew growing up that we wanted to see the world.
Can you talk to us a bit about the role of luck?
I believe our luck is in our ability to find good deals for traveling.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://quis007.wixsite.com/the-jetset-journal
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theejetsetjournal/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575823034978
- Twitter: https://x.com/SharonBeFlyin
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheeJetsetJournal
