MickeyTravels Agent Virtual Meet & Greet with Lori Vogt

MickeyTravels is excited to bring back The MickeyTravels Agent Virtual Meet & Greet! We feature a different MickeyTravels agent on a regular basis. We’re proud to have the best Disney Travel agents in the world as part of our MickeyTravels team and this will allow you to get to know them even better. Today the spotlight shines on Lori Vogt from Illinois!

Name:  Lori Vogt

Where are you from?  Northwest Suburb of Chicago, IL

First memory of Disney?  I was 5 or 6 years old and was at Disney World with all of my mom’s side of the family.  My Nana wasn’t a huge fan of rides, but I convinced her to go on the Tea cups, telling her it was a baby ride.  I spun her on the Tea Cups as fast as I could, laughing the entire time she kept yelling “you tricked me!”.  It became our ride at Disney World for years to come.

What makes Disney MAGICAL in your eyes? Disney to me is magical in every aspect. The story of Walt Disney creating Mickey Mouse and having a vision for a place where families could make memories, and then creating that vision, is such a great story of determination and dreaming.  It’s a place where you can all wear matching shirts, act like a kid, and eat ice cream as a meal.  You can leave your troubles at the door and enjoy spending time with your loved ones, which makes a magical experience.

Favorite Disney destination and why? Magic Kingdom is my favorite destination.  Walking onto Main street and seeing the castle creates such a wonderful magical feeling. It is the first place I go when I get to Disney World and I always end my vacation with fireworks at night.  It’s where everyone no matter your age can be a kid.

Favorite Disney Character and why?  I have two, Tigger and Tinkerbell!  I have always loved Tigger, he is caring towards his friends, loves adventure, and always enjoys the “bounce” to places not just the destination. Tinkerbell, she holds the pixie dust, creates magic everywhere she goes.

Favorite Disney Attraction and why?  Splash Mountain.  I love the story along the ride, and the big fall down.  It is one of the longest rides at the Magic Kingdom and I think they have a great story on the ride from start to finish.  I also love looking onto all of the Magic Kingdom right before you fall.

Favorite Disney Resort and why? Polynesian Resort.  I love that it is right on the monorail, and the view from the beach of Cinderella’s Castle.  More importantly, I love the feel of the resort.  It is in the middle if the madness but walking through the resort I feel like I am on a Hawaiian Island, it is so relaxing and peaceful.  My favorite kids pool is located here as well!

Favorite Disney Restaurant and why?  With kids – Crystal Palace Breakfast, a great buffet selection and I love the Winnie the Pooh characters.  Without kids – California Grill.  The food is amazing, and the view of Cinderella’s Castle and the Magic Kingdom is so impressive.

Favorite Disney Quick Service Restaurant and why?  Casey’s Hot Dogs at the Magic Kingdom.  Their hot dogs are delicious and I love sitting at a table and watch all the people walking around Main Street.

3 Disney characters you’d like to have dinner with and why?  Mickey, Tinkerbell, and Tigger.  Mickey is the boss so I need to eat with him!  Tinkerbell in hopes that she can share some pixie dust, and Tigger for some laughs!

Favorite Disney snack and why?  Mickey Bar!  A great delicious treat for a hot day!  It is a must every time we are at Disney!

Favorite Disney Movie and why?  Moana.  I love the story of a girl going out on her own and with determination saving her village.  She believed in herself and what she believed, and never gave up!  I feel that this was such a great message for girls everywhere.

3 Favorite Disney Songs and why?  “Under The Sea” – Little Mermaid, This is such a fun song, I can’t help but sing along, “Tale as old as time” – Beauty and the Beast, Hopeless Romantic in me  “How Far I’ll go” – Moana – a great uplifting song for everyone

Disney character you’re most similar to and why?  Anna from Frozen.  I love being around people, have a huge imagination, can be silly at times and love adventure.  I want to fix and help my family members.  I love being in love, and wear my heart on my sleeve.

If you could be one Disney character for a day who would it be and why?  Mickey.  I would love to see all everyone’s face when they meet Mickey for the first or 100^th time.  Mickey is timeless and seeing how he affects everyone would be magical!

If you could work at one of the Disney theme parks, what job would you want and why? Guest Services at Magic Kingdom.  It is my favorite park and I want to make everyone’s trip as magically as possible!

Best part about being a MickeyTravels Disney Travel Agent?  I love Disney, I love vacations, and I love planning.  I am so happy I found a job that allows me to do all 3 and make magic happen for other families.

Why should I book my vacation with you?  I am a Type A personality, I love organization, and care so much about my clients.  Every clients vacation, I treat as my vacation, I want them to have the best time possible.  I love to hear my clients vision and creating that vacation for them.  I have been to Disney as a child, teenager, adult, and parent, so I can recommend any type of vacation for your family.

Contact me at lvogt@mickeytravels.com for all my FREE Disney vacation planning services.  I can’t wait to hear from you and to help make memories that will last forever!