Amanda Armacost
Ever since I graduated High School and turned 18 I loved to travel. My nickname with friends has always been The Cruise Director. No matter what we were doing they always came to me with questions, vacation ideas, and help with travel documents.
I have always had a love for Disney but that also grew ten times as much after welcoming two nieces into my life! Recently my husband and I got to experience with them their first trip to Disney World and it was simply magical. I look forward to helping others make their dreams come true and also my own as we now prepare and wait for our little princess to make her debut in 2020.
Kamesha Thomas
Hello, my name is a Kamesha and I’m a mother and wife and Disney Lover. My husband and I both share the love of Disney by having our wedding Disney themed. Going to Disney is always an exciting time and we enjoy every moment of it specially making magical memories. In her spare time Kamesha can be found watching her children play various sports and engaging in her love for computers.
I look forward to working with you and making all of your Disney and Travel memories magical.
Hilary Chester
Hi, my name is Hilary. I’m originally from Disneyland (haha, San Diego actually), and now live in Maryland. My friends and family know that I love all things Disney, travelling, baking and cycling. As I grew up in San Diego, I went to Disneyland at least once a year. Even after moving away, I manage to get back there (Disneyland, that is) when visiting family. Now that I live on the East Coast, I go down to Disney World much more frequently.
I’ve been many times with my husband, and would love to give tips and help you plan a “grown-ups” only visit. I’ve also been a couple of times for work conferences, and can help you take maximum advantage of those work trips! Make work magical!
I’ve done quite a bit of travelling across the U.S. and Europe, Asia, around the Mediterranean, Latin America and South America—and I am really looking forward to booking Adventures by Disney! I’ve been to many of the countries, even the cities and sites, on their current itineraries.
I read somewhere that planning a vacation is almost as relaxing as taking a vacation—I’m not sure if that is true—but I do love to plan vacations and certainly can’t take them all myself! Did I also mention that I love spreadsheets and tracking lots of data?
Please contact me and let me help you design a magical vacation, and then let me take care of the details for you.
Jillian Ganley
Hi, my name is Jill and I’m thrilled to be a part of the MVP team! My love of Disney began as a small child, as I was fortunate to travel to Disney World every year with my family. In college, I became a Disney Cast Member through the Walt Disney World College Program, working in Fantasyland in Magic Kingdom as a Merchandise Hostess. Now as an adult, the greatest joy is watching my two girls’ faces light up as they experience the magic that is Disney! I have helped many friends and family members plan their Disney vacations and I would love to help plan your next vacation!
Not only do I love Disney World, but I love to travel. I’ve been fortunate enough to travel often! I have personal experience cruising and at all-inclusive resorts, including Sandals. So whatever your next adventure might be, I would love to help you plan it!
Stefanie Harris
After 16 years of crunching numbers as an accountant, Stefanie decided it was time for a change. She had always loved planning trips for her family and often found herself helping others who needed advise on planning their own trips…so a travel agent she became.
Stefanie attributes her love for Disney to her parents who honeymooned there in 1978 and who took her and her siblings there for family vacations in the 80’s and 90’s. Stefanie rediscovered her love for Disney in 2008 when she and her husband decided to follow in her parents footsteps by spending their honeymoon there. They now have two kids and take them to Disney as often as possible…for birthdays, for wedding anniversaries, or for the simple fact that they miss all the magic. Disney will always be one of Stefanie’s favorite destinations but she’s also had some other very memorable trips to the Caribbean, Mexico, Costa Rica, Toronto, Las Vegas, The Grand Canyon, San Francisco, New Orleans, Nashville, Toronto, and New York City.
Perhaps you know where you want to go but don’t have the time to plan the trip. Or maybe you don’t have a clue of where you want to go and need recommendations. Whatever the case may be, Stefanie is happy to assist. She can help with anything and everything…except the packing. 😉
Megan Reith
Hi my name is Megan and I am from Maryland and I am excited to be a Magical Vacation Planner. I have been hooked on all things Disney since my first visit to Walt Disney World when I was 3 years old. Being able to visit Walt Disney World with my family as well as my cousins, aunt, and uncle thanks to my grandparents treating us all to that special trip will always be a wonderful memory. Since that first visit I have visited Walt Disney World over 15 times and also experience Disneyland and a Disney Cruise. Visiting Disneyland and seeing the park that Walt Disney himself walked through was a special experience, Walking down Main Street U.S.A feels like going home to me and visiting around the holidays has become a tradition. I also enjoy learning all I can about Walt Disney World and have experience the Keys to the Kingdom tour to expand my Disney knowledge. When I am not enjoying the magic of Disney I am a preschool teacher and I enjoy making learning fun for my young students. I am also the coach of a jump rope team. Jump Rope has allowed me to also experience Walt Disney World and ESPN Wide World of Sports. Prior to ESPN Wide World of Sports being constructed our jump rope national championships were held on the Indiana Jones Stunt Show Spectacular set which sometimes allowed us to peek behind the scenes a bit. In addition to visiting Disney I enjoy visiting pretty much anyplace that is warm and have taken cruises to the Bahamas, Caribbean, Mexico, and Jamaica to name a few destinations. I look forward to working with you to plan a magical vacation or getaway that allows you and your family or friends to focus on creating memories rather than worry about all the little details in such a vacation.
Bryn Eldreth
To me, Disney is more than a vacation. Disney is memories, magic and dreams come true!
My favorite thing about Disney is its ability to take me right back to my childhood. I have been visiting Disney every year (or more) of my life and the joy I get from walking onto Main Street, U.S.A never fades.
As a wife and mother of 3 beautiful children, I have made it a priority to plan Disney vacations every year so that my children grow up with the same love of Disney that I have. Each trip is different. We have done trips that last 10 days and trips that are for a long weekend celebration. We have done trips that include everything there is to see and do, making magical memories with each new adventure and we have planned trips where we have spent days lounging at the pools relaxing and enjoying the beautiful resorts.
I have planned vacations for families and friends, multi-generational trips, singles trips, girls trips… you name it, I have probably planned it. Each trip should be customized to the needs, wants and desires that YOU have envisioned as your perfect vacation, and with that said… I am here to make your vacation dreams come true!!
The most exciting thing about Magical Vacation Planner is that although we are Disney enthusiasts, we are also TRAVEL enthusiasts. If you are interested in other vacations such as all-inclusive trips to Sandals/Beaches, cruises that are adults only or family friendly but not Disney, we have you covered!!
I have been planning vacations for the past 14 years and enjoying them my entire life. Let me use my knowledge and love for travel to create magical memories for you and your loved ones.
Gabrielle Tambaoan
Hello, my name is Gabrielle!
Disney has held a special place in my heart ever since I was a little girl. I grew up watching every Disney movie, dressing up as every Disney princess, and of course visiting the Disney parks as many times as I could. Now, being a mom of two beautiful children, I have only grown to love and appreciate Disney even more. The looks on my kid’s faces every time they experience the magic is more than any parent could ever ask for.
Disney has provided my family and I some of our most cherished memories over the years. The level of service and dedication that Disney puts into every tiny detail of a vacation is nothing short of incredible. Now, as a Magical Vacation Planner, I plan to extend that same level of service and dedication to each and every one of my guests. With my knowledge of all the Disney parks, I can answer any question you may have about the parks, resorts, dining reservations, Fast Passes, and so much more. Whether you want me to plan every detail, or just share all my Disney knowledge to guide you through your own planning, I will be there every step of the way to make sure that you and your family have the most magical vacation filled with memories that you will cherish for a lifetime.
Areas of Expertise: Walt Disney World Parks and Resorts, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Family Vacations, Traveling with Children
Elizabeth Rogers
Elizabeth’s love for Disney was passed on to her from her parents. Her first trip to Walt Disney World was at 6 months of age and she has been almost every year or every other year since. Elizabeth is now married with 2 Princesses, both of whom love Disney and have been numerous times.
My favorite time to visit Disney is Christmas. My favorite experience is walking down Main Street USA in Magic Kingdom for the first time- the sights, the smells- it’s all amazing. I look forward to family dinners and fireworks.
Elizabeth is very excited to be available as an MVP planner to help others. I believe everyone deserves to have a magical, sometimes only a once in a lifetime Disney experience!
Claudette Hockenberry
What is more exciting than taking your family to Disney? I’ll tell you, taking them to Disney and not having to worry about a thing!! Hello. My name is Claudette Hockenberry. I am your Disney Vacation Planner. I have enjoyed the Disney Parks my entire life. I have made it priority to learn all there is to know about them. Planning a vacation can be overwhelming. Disney Parks have so much to do and you don’t want to miss a thing! There are also some awesome things to do outside of the parks that you might not know about! Did you know that Disney is a great adult getaway location for couples as well. There are many amazing restaurants, tours, spas and so much more. I am a medical professional and have learned to do a CME conference at Disney the best way possible!! Ask me about it, I’m here for you. Don’t forget the Disney Cruises or Aulani Resort in Hawaii. I can help with that as well. I am the mother of 5 and the sister of three. I live in Bowie, MD but can plan a vacation for anyone from anywhere. I used to just do Disney but now I do Disney well! If you do Disney well, you will enjoy fantastic meals, wait in line for less time and see more in one day than you could ever imagine!! Call me. Ps. I can help with Universal Vacations as well…..don’t tell Mickey.
Jill Fisher
Ever since I first walked down Main Street in Disney World as a child, I have loved the energy and magic of Disney. Helping others experience the happiness of this magic is a goal of mine.
I have three daughters and we love traveling and experiencing new adventures. We travel to Disney annually and each time we find new restaurants, rides and experiences to make each trip unique. My family has cruised to the Bahamas and the Caribbean, visited Beaches in the Turks & Caicos, and enjoyed Universal Studios in Orlando. I look forward to trying an Alaskan cruise and visiting Disney Aulani in the next few years.
I understand how overwhelming planning an unforgettable vacation can be in. That’s where I can help. I love planning vacations for my family and I would love to plan a vacation for yours!
Brenda White
I am a mother of 3 wonderful adult children. My husband and I live on a small farm in Maryland. I am a crafter and designer. And I have always enjoyed helping others and planning. Among my friends and family, I am know as the “ Disney girl”.
My love for Disney World began as a adult, on my 1st trip for my eldest son’s high school graduation. We have been on trips to Walt Disney World multiple times, and on a Disney Cruise. Are planning manyMore in the future. We have experienced many behind the scenes tours and after hours extras. We have eaten in a lot of the restaurants and stayed at many of the resorts. In my opinion nothing can beats Disney service.
I would love to help you plan your dream vacation!!!
Kelly Spore
About Kelly:
Kelly loves all things Disney, she started going to Disney at the age of 3. She has been helping families dreams come true as a Magical Vacation Planner since 2017. Kelly works closely with her clients helping them as much or as little as needed. Over the years she has become a trusted resource and friend to many of her clients. Kelly finds joy in watching her clients dreams come true and seeing the magic through their eyes.
Walt Disney World and Disney Cruise Line are two of Kelly’s favorite vacations to plan; however she is well versed in many cruise lines and all-inclusive resorts. She personally has sailed Disney Cruise Line multiple times with and without her children. Many people don’t believe that Disney Cruise Line is just as fun, if not more fun, without children! Kelly is also an avid runner and enjoys helping clients plan RunDisney trips. It is truly amazing getting to run through the parks while most guests are still sleeping. After working so hard training for the race, the experience is simply magical.
In her hometown, Kelly has been voted one of the best travel agents for three years running.
Suzanne Heiss
I joined the MVP team in 2015 and have been fascinated with all the facets of Walt Disney World Resort since my first trip in 1993. My husband and I spent our honeymoon in Disney World, and my family and I have visited Disney World countless times over the years. We have also been on several Disney cruises. I have enjoyed bringing my children to Disney through the years, and I specialize in planning vacations for families with children of all ages and needs. Using my personal experiences of staying at the resorts on property and dining at the restaurants, I am able to make confident recommendations for your family based on your preferences.
In addition to my extensive Disney experience, I also specialize in Universal Orlando vacations as a theme park destination. I also partner with multiple cruise lines and multiple all inclusive resorts to provide more vacation options to my guests.
“Be our guest, be our guest, put our service to the test”….That’s how I see you… not as a “client”, but as “my guest”. I personally listen to your preferences and help match those with all that our preferred travel partners have to offer. If you are interested in theme parks, I will describe the various resort and park experiences to help you make the best memories possible for your family. If you like cruises, I will help you choose the perfect cruise line and itinerary for your family’s dream cruise vacation. If you are looking for a couples getaway or a family friendly all inclusive resort, just share your thoughts with me, I will help you find what you are looking for.
I develop close relationships with my guests and work to take the stress out of their vacation planning. As a wife and mother of two children, I have traveled alone, as a couple with my husband, and as a family. I understand the details that need to be addressed with each scenario. I work with you to iron out all those details before you travel, so you can relax. I let you plan as much or as little as you like. If you are a “planner”, I will teach you the ropes, answer your questions, and get out of the way. If you are not a “planner” and prefer more help, I will help you as much as you like.
Being a Magical Vacation Planner is much more than being a travel agent. Its truly going above and beyond to care for my guests.
Laura Showalter
Laura’s passion for travel and love of spending time with her husband and two children give her the unique ability to plan your family’s dream vacation.
It is the joy her family experiences at Disney Destinations (especially her children) that brought her to Magical Vacation Planner. The magical memories she has created with her own family has inspired her to share her love of all things Disney so that other families can create magical memories too!
Whether you’re a Disney newbie or a Disney veteran, Laura will take care of planning your vacation so all you have to do is ENJOY THE MAGIC!!
Debbie Wright
Debbie is thrilled to do her dream job of planning Disney vacations as she sees it as fun, not work! When she first visited as a child in 1980, Debbie fell in love with Disney World and has been going nearly every other year since. Now having 3 children- a teenage girl, tween boy and a boy in elementary school, she is delighted that they are addicted to the same magic they felt as little ones! Her family has done Disney World with their kids at all stages of life and they can attest that Disney World is awesome for kids at any age! Their family also went to Disney World with her parents and siblings recently as adults. Having eaten at every restaurant in the parks and many in resort properties, she has a lot of yummy recommendations. In addition, she has also stayed at at least half of the resorts on Disney property. Loving the weather in Florida, Debbie has been to Disney nearly every month of the year and has experienced all the seasons there- Christmas, Halloween, Wine and Garden festival in the fall, as well as the Flower and Garden festival in the spring. Debbie would love to help you book some extra fun experiences like a luau, hoop-dee-doo revue, a sleigh/carriage ride through Fort Wilderness, or scheduling your little princess at the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. One of her dreams came true when she and her husband went as a couple to celebrate their 20th Anniversary and did Disney World as adults! She has also has the pleasure of cruising on the Fantasy with Disney cruise line and has taken her family to Universal as they are huge Harry Potter fans! In order to keep up with everything new going on in “The World,” she subscribes to several newsletters and blogs.
She can help you plan for your trip on a budget or a luxury trip since she has done both.
Debbie has stayed at value, moderate, and deluxe resorts and is confident in her ability to help you make the choice that is best for you.
Specialties- All Walt Disney World theme parks with children, teens, multi-generational and adults only, Maximizing Fast passes, Universal, Disney Cruise Line, Disney dining, resort and excursion recommendations, Pre-planning for your trips.
Debbie also has a handy packing list for your suitcase and the parks! Contact her and she will send you a copy of the packing list.
It would be a pleasure to help you plan your trip! Please feel free to call her TODAY!
Nikki Braun
Nikki is a lover of all things Disney! From carrying around her Mickey blanket and singing “Tale as Old as Time” as a toddler, to strolling through Epcot and Magic Kingdom as an adult, Disney holds a permanent place in Nikki’s heart. She is so excited to share her passion and excitement for Disney and use it to help others plan their special trips! She has spent time at Walt Disney World and Disneyland, with a growing bucket list of Disney destinations and excursions. Nikki has visited a variety of the resorts, parks, events, restaurants, and shops. Her favorite memories include completing the runDisney Princess Half Marathon Glass Slipper Challenge (half marathon & 10K), dressing as Queen Elsa for Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, experiencing an upside-down rollercoaster for the first time on the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, and being told by Cinderella’s Castle Staff that she could pass as her twin. She is a dedicated collector of Disney pins, watcher of Disney Princess and Pixar movies, and eater of all Mickey-shaped foods.
In the past, nothing has made Nikki happier than planning Disney vacations for her friends and family. To her, it is fun, not work. So, whether it is your first Disney vacation with your young children or your tenth Disney vacation with adult friends, whether you prefer glass slippers or lightsabers, Nikki will make sure to customize the perfect escape that you are sure to remember for years to come!
Krista Lewis
Krista has been going to Disney since she was a baby. It has always been her favorite place. When she was in College she applied fir the Disney College Program and got in ! She worked a whole semester as a Skipper at Jungle Cruise at the Magic Kingdom. When she returned to college she was a campus rep for the program, helping to select applicants. Krista has always loved planning her Disney Vacations to Disney World and on the Disney Cruises, she also helped her friends and family plan. Now she loves helping everyone plan their Magical Vacation. Krista now has a baby of her own and is planning his first trip. Krista is looking forward to helping you plan your Magical Vacation. She is also certified in Sandals/Beaches vacations also and would love to help you get away to an all inclusive vacation.
Christina Lepre
Christina loves to travel and explore both well-loved and new destinations. Through her training with Magical Vacation Planner and personal travels, she has experience with many theme park, cruise line and all-inclusive destinations.
Disney remains one of her favorites because there is always something new to experience and explore with each visit and she loves to help her clients find the Disney magic.
No matter the destination, Christina strives to understand the individual needs and desires of her clients and loves the puzzle of creating a vacation that is the right fit. She is there to make the planning easy so her clients can focus on fun.
She is excited to share her knowledge and love of travel with future guests.