MAGNOLIA ESCAPES

Lifetime of Memories

Welcome to Magnolia Escapes! We’re Sally and Cathy, owners and lifelong friends with a shared love of travel and creating unforgettable experiences. Our journey together began over 30 years ago when we met while waiting tables during college. While our careers initially took us in different directions, our friendship and dedication to travel have remained constant.


Sally brings over 20 years of experience in leisure travel, with deep expertise in Disney, Universal, cruising, and all-inclusive resorts. She has explored countless destinations by sea and has extensive knowledge of the cruise industry. Cathy spent 25 years managing corporate travel programs and now channels that expertise into leisure travel planning. From European road trips to group travel and day-to-day itineraries, she ensures every detail is seamless. Together, we combine our skills to offer clients the best of both worlds.


At Magnolia Escapes, our goal is to assist you in making memories that last a lifetime. We are here for you before, during, and after your travels, serving as your one direct contact throughout your journey. We take a collaborative approach, dividing tasks based on our individual strengths and availability to provide the highest level of care and attention. Whether it’s a magical family vacation, a relaxing cruise, an all-inclusive escape, or a custom itinerary, we bring Southern charm and world-class travel expertise to every trip.

Though one of us hails from Pennsylvania and the other from Illinois, we’ve spent most of our lives just outside Atlanta, embracing the southern hospitality that inspires everything we do. Let Magnolia Escapes share our Southern charm and show you how world-class travel feels…come and travel with us!


Sally Estamponi

Co-Owner - Travel Advisor

About Sally

Cathy Newbill

Co-owner - Travel Advisor

About Cathy

Sally Estamponi

Co-Owner - Travel Advisor

About Sally

Our Adventures