MickeyTravels Agent Virtual Meet & Greet – Stephanie McCarty

MickeyTravels is excited about our new initiative – The MickeyTravels Agent Virtual Meet & Greet. We will feature a different MickeyTravels agent on a daily 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 Stephanie McCarty from Ohio!

Name: Stephanie McCarty

Where are you from? Born and raised in FLORIDA, an hour from Walt Disney World, but currently live in Ohio.

First memory of Disney? Walt Disney World opened the same year I was born, so we visited often since it was so close by. I remember my dad riding “It’s a Small World” 13 times in a row with me!

What makes Disney MAGICAL in your eyes? Disney brings so much happiness to so many people, young and old. I love that no matter how many times I go there, I always find something new to enjoy and appreciate. It truly does feel like going home!

Favorite Disney destination and why? I LOVE Walt Disney World so much because I’ve visited with my parents as a child, my own kids as an adult, and even had a few adults only trips with my husband and friends – so it holds a very special place in my heart. I always feel like I’m HOME when I’m there. However, I took my first Disney Cruise this year and fell in love! My family has another planned for 2015.

Favorite Disney Character and why? As a child, I loved all the classic Disney characters, especially Goofy and Pluto because I loved dogs. Now, Stitch is my favorite because my daughter met him for the first time when she was about 3 years old – she was tired and cranky after a very long day so she was lying on the floor in the Animation Studios area at DHS; Stitch got down next to her and tried to cheer her up – it was so sweet! He’s been our must-see character every Disney trip since then!

Favorite Disney Attraction and why? Soarin’ because there is no other ride like it at any other theme park – it’s such a unique experience!

Favorite Disney Resort and why? I love both the Beach Club for it’s awesome pool complex and fantastic Boardwalk location – close to Epcot and Hollywood Studios; AND the Polynesian for it’s wonderful atmosphere and amenities – including the monorail access and close proximity to Magic Kingdom. There’s nothing like watching the Electrical Water Pageant and Wishes from Poly Beach, with a Dole Whip in hand – the resort just feels like home!

Favorite Disney Restaurant and why? ‘Ohana for breakfast – so we can see our favorites: Lilo and Stitch, along with Mickey and Pluto; and for the delicious family-style breakfast and our favorite juice anywhere!

Favorite Disney Quick Service Restaurant and why? Hmm—we have a lot of favorite quick service restaurants at Disney. I love getting corn dog bites at Casey’s Corner after a fun-filled Magic Kingdom day – it just feels so all-American  We also love having lunch at Be Our Guest – the Beast’s Castle is gorgeous inside and there are some delicious dessert choices. (This is also a great option if you’re unable to get into Be Our Guest for dinner).

3 Disney characters you’d like to have dinner with and why? Lilo, Stitch and Mickey, and we’re lucky to have all 3 of them, along with one of my childhood favorites, Pluto, at the ‘Ohana character breakfast!

Favorite Disney snack and why? I can’t pick a favorite here either! Dole Whips for their pineapple yummy-ness and Mickey’s Premium Ice Cream Bars because, well, they’re Mickey Bars!

Favorite Disney Movie and why? The Little Mermaid because I love the soundtrack!

3 Favorite Disney Song and why? See above: I love the soundtrack from Disney’s Little Mermaid, especially Part of this World and Under the Sea. I also love the music from Soarin’! Listening to it makes me feel like I’m on my favorite ride at Disney!

Disney character you’re most similar to and why? As a kid, I was always drawn to Goofy – because he’s tall like I am and has a similar Goofy personality.

If you could be one Disney mascot for a day who would it be and why? Stitch, because he’s my favorite – he has a great personality and gets to have lots of fun!

If you could work at one of the Disney theme parks, what job would you want and why? I would love to be “friends” with one of the characters because you get to see all of the kids’ faces filled with joy when they get to meet their favorite characters!

Best part about being a MickeyTravels Disney Travel Agent? Helping families plan magical Disney vacations! I especially love helping families with their first trips, when it’s all brand new to them. First-timers are often a little overwhelmed when they start looking at the planning, so I love to help take the stress away, allowing them to relax and enjoy their vacation! It is so rewarding when they come back and have had such a wonderful time and are so appreciative of the guidance I was able to provide. I love helping families make wonderful memories together!

Why should I book my vacation with you? Because I love Disney and treat each family’s vacation as if it were my own – paying special attention to the details that help make a Disney vacation MAGICAL. I will provide lots of tips and helpful information to make the most of your vacation, and help with the planning every step of the way. I am honored when clients have enjoyed working with me so much that they refer me to their friends, or book another vacation of their own! I am so fortunate to have a job that allows me to bring Disney magic to so many families!

Feel free to reach out to Stephanie with any questions or comments. Stephanie can be reached at stephanie@mickeytravels.com or 1-888-960-1250. She can also be found on our website at https://mickeytravels.com/stephanie

MickeyTravels Agent Virtual Meet & Greet – Nichole Matthews

MickeyTravels is excited about our new initiative – The MickeyTravels Agent Virtual Meet & Greet. We will feature a different MickeyTravels agent on a daily 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 Nichole Matthews from New Hampshire!

Name: Nichole Matthews

Where are you from? New Hampshire

First memory of Disney? Walking down Main Street right to the castle when I was 10 years old. It was such a magical feeling.

*What makes Disney MAGICAL in your eyes? Everything! From the characters to the cast members to the little details they take in everything they do. From the moment you watch a Disney movie or visit a Disney property you just feel like you are in another world. Everything Disney is MAGICAL!

*Favorite Disney destination and why? Walt Disney World. From the moment you drive under the Walt Disney World arch you just get a magical feeling.

Favorite Disney Character and why? Mickey, because it was all started with a mouse.

*Favorite Disney Attraction and why? I don’t think I have a favorite. There are too many awesome ones that I love them all.

Favorite Disney Resort and why? Love them all but Port Orleans Riverside has a special place in my heart.

Favorite Disney Restaurant and why? O’hana. I love the atmosphere, the food, and everything about it. It is a must do every trip.

3 Disney characters you’d like to have dinner with and why? Mickey because he is my favorite, Ariel because she is my and my daughters favorite princess, and Duffy because he is Mickey’s bear and one of my kids favorites.

Favorite Disney snack and why? Mickey ice cream bar. They are the best. There is just something about having one while at Disney that just makes you have a really good feeling.

Favorite Disney Movie and why? Little Mermaid because I fell in love with it the first time I saw it, but Frozen is a close second.

*Favorite Disney Song and why? “A Dream is a Wish your Heart Makes” I have always loved that song.

*Disney character you’re most similar to and why? I had a hard time answering this one so I asked my kids. They said Mickey. I think it is because Mickey is everywhere in our house including my clothes and jewelry.

If you could be one Disney mascot for a day who would it be and why? Again, it would have to be Mickey. He is the main mouse!

If you could work at one of the Disney theme parks, what job would you want and why?

Best part about being a MickeyTravels Disney Travel Agent? I get to do something that I love everyday while learning new things about Disney and also get to work with amazing clients. My favorite part is when I get to tell them I saved them money towards their trip. It is an awesome feeling to see how happy they are.

Why should I book my vacation with you? Booking a vacation with me gives you the security you need to know that your vacation will be magical. I take care of all the details for you so you don’t have to worry about them. If there is anything you need before, during, or even after your trip, I will be there to help you. All you need to do is go on a Disney vacation and have the time of your life.

Feel free to reach out to Nichole with any questions or comments. Nichole can be reached at nichole@mickeytravels.com or 1-888-891-9894. She can also be found on our website at https://mickeytravels.com/nichole-m

MickeyTravels Agent Virtual Meet & Greet – Jill Dowling

MickeyTravels is excited about our new initiative – The MickeyTravels Agent Virtual Meet & Greet. We will feature a different MickeyTravels agent on a daily 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 Jill Dowling from Maryland!

Name: Jill Dowling

Where are you from? I grew up in New Jersey, currently living in Maryland, who knows where the future will take me!

First memory of Disney? Walking through the Magic Kingdom next to my mom when I was 3 years old and she stopped and said, “Jill, where is your Daisy hat?” It was on her head and we all had a good laugh. I still have that Daisy Duck hat!

What makes Disney MAGICAL in your eyes? The detail that Disney puts into its parks makes you feel like you have been transported to another time and place. A Disney vacation always feels carefree, despite whatever else is going on in your life. Seeing my children experience Disney World for the first time provided a whole new level of magic for me!

Favorite Disney destination and why? Disney World will always be my favorite Disney destination. Although Disney Cruise Line is the most relaxing vacation, you can’t beat the magic of the parks.

Favorite Disney Character and why? So hard to pick just one! I’m a fan of the Princesses since I have two daughters… Merida, Pocahontas, Rapunzel, and Belle. I love their strong, confident personalities.

Favorite Disney Attraction and why? Tower of Terror and Splash Mountain. They are both the perfect mix of storytelling and thrill ride.

Favorite Disney Resort and why? Beach Club Resort because it is elegant with the perfect touch of Disney décor. And of course the amazing pool areas!

Favorite Disney Restaurant and why? ‘Ohana. Love the family style breakfast with characters. Dinner has a great relaxed vibe and I love going out onto the Polynesian’s beach after dinner to watch Wishes!

Favorite Disney Quick Service Restaurant and why? La Cantina De San Angel in Epcot because Mexican is my absolute favorite cuisine! Plus, Mexican food is easy to eat on-the-go.

3 Disney characters you’d like to have dinner with and why? Mickey because, duh, he’s Mickey Mouse! Alice because she was so fun and quirky to meet in Disney World and I think a tea party with her would be just lovely! And Anna because I’d want to ask her how she and Elsa are handling their newfound fame.

Favorite Disney snack and why? Mickey Premium Ice Cream Bar. The perfect quick treat to beat the heat.

Favorite Disney Movie and why? I used to watch Cinderella with my mom over and over again as a child so it will always hold a special spot in my heart.

Favorite Disney Song and why? I get chills every time I hear The Circle of Life!

Disney character you’re most similar to and why? My husband says Goofy because of my silly personality.

If you could be one Disney mascot for a day who would it be and why? Jasmine because she seems to have the most comfortable costume for the Florida heat.

If you could work at one of the Disney theme parks, what job would you want and why? Flying Tinker Bell during Wishes! Sounds like the most fun job riding the zip line each night and starting off the most spectacular fireworks show!

Best part about being a MickeyTravels Disney Travel Agent? Helping make people’s Disney dreams come true and being a part of a team that is always there to support each other. I get to think and talk about Disney 24/7 for my job! How did I get so lucky?!

Why should I book my vacation with you? Because I work tirelessly to make my client’s trips as magical as possible. A Disney vacation is expensive and it can be stressful planning a Disney trip. It is my goal to make the planning process easy and fun and help my clients make the very most of their time and money on their Disney vacations.

Feel free to reach out to Jill with any questions or comments. Jill can be reached at jill@mickeytravels.com or 1-443-987-6314. She can also be found on our website at https://mickeytravels.com/jill