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Founder, Travel Professional
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Jo Ellen Barish
My boys were four and seven when we took our first family trip to Walt Disney World. It was a dream come true for this Southern California girl, who grew up with the magic of Disneyland, to share it with them. That was in 2009, and we’ve been visiting regularly ever since. It’s always my goal to make each trip special and unique. Sharing my passion for Disney and travel with others has been amazing. I can’t wait to help you plan your own memory filled vacation!
John Joe Garcia
I live in El Paso, TX with my wife and baby boy. We both love to travel and have grown closer together through our travel adventures. My family and I have been going to Disney theme parks since I was about 3 years old and generally visit at least once a year. We have also been able to go on several trips on the Disney Cruise Lines. After years of going to Disney theme parks and on Disney Cruises, the magic is still very much alive!
I love sharing my knowledge of Disney, my experiences with the Disney hotels, and my favorite “must do’s” at the parks, to help people make the most of their experience and have a fantastic experience on a Disney vacation!
Joy Hutchinson
Hi, I’m Joy, a travel agent passionate about crafting unforgettable experiences for millennial moms! Living just outside of Harrisburg, PA, with my husband and two boys, our lives are filled with sports and travel adventures. Our first family trip to Disney World in March 2020, just a week before the shutdown, sparked a love for family travel that has only grown. As a mom who understands the joys and challenges of traveling with kids, I specialize in planning memorable trips that cater to families’ unique needs and desires. Whether you’re looking to create magical moments with your children. I also understand that sometimes it’s necessary to leave the kids at home and make an escape for a romantic getaway with your significant other. Or leave the kids AND significant other behind to reconnect with the girls on a fun-filled getaway. No matter your needs. I’m here to make it happen. I stay “in the know” with the latest travel tips and updates, and I’m committed to guiding you through every step of the booking and travel process. With so much to see and do, having a knowledgeable travel agent by your side makes all the difference. Let’s create your next unforgettable adventure together!
Krista Stauffer
Hi! I live in the “wine country” of Northwestern Pennsylvania but have lived many places with my dad being in the Navy. We didn’t have the means to travel much when I was a child, but I have been making up for it as an adult and have passed the love of travel and adventure on to my children.
After trips to Disney World as a toddler (because we lived in Jacksonville, FL at the time), I really fell in love with Disney as an adult. My husband and I honeymooned there, and took our children for the first time, after our almost 3-year-old asked, “When do we visit Mickey at his house?” How could we nottake them? They were 3 and 18 months at the time and it was amazing seeing the magic through their eyes on that trip, and on each visit as they grew.
The memories we have made as a family through travel to many destinations over the years have been priceless.
I am very knowledgeable about all Disney travel (World, Land, Cruise Line, Adventures by Disney, etc.), but I am also knowledgeable about Universal, all-inclusive resorts and cruises. My first career is as a Pediatric Occupational
Therapist, so I have special knowledge and pay attention to detail for families that may need special considerations or accommodations for a family member with different abilities.
It’s not possible for me to travel as much as I would like to, but if I can’t be travelling, I love helping others plan that special trip. I am happy to work with you to plan that weekend getaway, big family trip, girls’ trip, honeymoon, anniversary trip, dream vacation, or whatever suits your needs!
Take the trip…..you don’t know what tomorrow will bring!
Kristen Burgess
I live just outside of Pittsburgh, PA with my husband, 2 boys, and 1 furry kid! After taking our family on a “once in a life time trip” to Walt Disney World several years ago, we fell in love with everything about it and continue to vacation there. I became an agent because I love helping people plan their trips by making the most out of their time, budget, and interests. I watch crowd levels and stay up to date on changes/news about park attractions and restaurants. My favorite part of Walt Disney Word is Pandora in Animal Kingdom and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Studios.
Lauren Curreri
Position: Travel Advisor
Valley Cottage, NY
Email: lauren@magicalcompassvacations.com
Categories: Agents
I live in the suburbs of New York City with my husband and daughter. I have always had a passion for travel and have experienced many adventures all over the world. From my studying abroad experience in Ireland, to train rides through Europe, honeymooning in the Mediterranean, cruising the Caribbean, and many magical adventures in Disney World, I have always enjoyed discovering what this world has to offer! Let me help you plan a magical getaway that fits your family’s style and budget and one that will create memories that last a lifetime!
Michelle Rosa
Position: Travel Advisor
Wilmington, MA
Email: michelle@magicalcompassvacations.com
Categories: Agents
Paula Brick
Position: Travel Advisor
Fayetteville, GA
Email: paula@magicalcompassvacations.com
Categories: Agents
Hi! I’m Paula. I hail from Tennessee but currently reside in the Atlanta area. I’m a mom of eight year old twins, wife to my hot lumberjack, and wrangler of both dogs and chickens.
I have been a Disney lover and enthusiast since childhood. Between watching the classics repeatedly on VHS and pretending to be a princess, I think I have been training for this job my whole life. Not only do I love Disney, I’m quite the Potterhead as well. (Team Ravenclaw, all the way.) So, you know I love Universal Resort as well.
While I am a giant kid and love theme parks, I also just love to travel in general. Want to plan a trip to an all-inclusive resort on an island somewhere? Want to take a cruise somewhere tropical or hop over the pond to the UK? Me too! I’ll get excited with you and do all the hard work, as we plan your dream vacation. Your job is to sit back, relax, and get excited. Because as your travel agent, I got you. So, let’s plan a trip you’ll never forget! What are you waiting for?
Rebecca Brown
Position: Travel Advisor
Lithopolis, OH
Email: rebecca@magicalcompassvacations.com
Categories: Agents
I live in Columbus, Ohio with my husband and 4 kids. We are a Disney obsessed family & so after my husband convinced me to take our own family vacation with our two oldest, the love for Disney morphed into this job I love! I love helping families plan vacations which includes: providing guidance based on interests, kids ages, and budget & maximizing your time. I stay updated on Disney related updates and news so you don’t have to! My favorite Disney Park is Magic Kingdom & my favorite ride is Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway.
Samantha Raymer
Position: Travel Advisor
Jeffersonville, IN
Email: samantha@magicalcompassvacations.com
Categories: Agents
I’m Samantha! I live in Jeffersonville, Indiana with my husband, my stepson and our four dogs! I’m a hairstylist/salon owner who recently became a travel agent after all my clients and friends jokingly kept calling me their travel agent since i was always planning my own trips or was talking about my clients upcoming trips during their hair appointments.
I’ve always loved to travel and have been going to all-inclusives for years, literally any chance that I get i’m going somewhere! We also recently fell in love with Disney after going with my family in 2021 and have made it a point to go at least once a year!
My goal is to be your travel bestie by helping you plan the perfect trip for you by adding value in any way that I can! Whether it’s Disney, Universal, an all inclusive, a cruise, or anything in between, I’m so excited to help you!
Stephanie Alton
Hey! My name is Stephanie and I live in Cleveland, TN with my husband and 2 sons. I would say my love of travel really started when I was in high school. First, I went to Alaska to visit some family for the first time. They lived on one of the smaller islands, and I loved seeing the glaciers. Also, we got a little close to the wildlife while going to set up our bonfire, we had to wait in the car while a huge brown bear crossed the road! After that, I got the travel bug and since then, I have been to Mexico, Jamaica, St. Kitts, Thailand, etc. I have also started to travel around the United States more.
Even though I loved my travels, there is nothing like seeing the excitement in your children’s eyes when they get to experience and explore a new place. Getting to travel with my children is like seeing a place for the first time again and getting the excitement in all the small things.
I have a passion for travel and my goal is for you to catch the travel bug too! I would love to help you plan the perfect vacation. No two vacations are alike and my goal is to make yours stress free and enjoyable! I specialize in all things Disney, Universal, Royal Caribbean, and all-inclusives. Contact me to book and help plan your next vacation!