Melissa RitriviFavorite Port of Call Visited on a Cruise: Amsterdam
Favorite Walt Disney World Attraction: Space Mountain #1 Destination on Your Bucket List: Greece Having grown up with a childhood full of many memorable family vacations, it was instilled in me that the most valuable things in life are special moments and adventures shared with those you love. My career is dedicated to fulfilling this for my clients, by providing them with the services they need to experience a fantastic vacation that will always be cherished.
I first experienced the enchantment of Disney during a trip to Walt Disney World at the age of 1 and have been in love ever since! Disney has been a part of me my whole life. It is family tradition that has created the fondest of memories that I will always treasure. I have been to Walt Disney World over 60 times and to Disneyland multiple times. There is nothing else like the feeling I get when I set foot on Disney property. I am overcome with so much excitement and feel like a kid again. When I took my daughter to Walt Disney World for the first time to celebrate her 1st birthday and experienced the magic through her eyes, it was an even more amazing feeling and I just knew I had to be a part of this. Now she is 10 years old, and we continue to share endless special moments on our vacations. |
I’m fortunate that as a child, my parents also introduced me to cruising, another one of my travel loves. I can't get enough of the experience at sea, the superior level of service, dining, and entertainment, plus being able to tour the world in a way I would not be able to on my own.
Not only do I truly enjoy going on vacations, but I love planning them. Having been to Disney destinations throughout every phase of my life and now having two children, I can help you plan your Disney vacation to meet the needs and interests of your family. There are so many things to consider when traveling to a Disney destination and I understand that it can be a bit overwhelming. With my concierge level services, I will make planning your vacation not only a simpler experience, but also with added value. I want you to enjoy not only your vacation, but the time spent looking forward to it. Furthering my education, so that I can grow in being a knowledge expert for my clients is of the utmost importance. My career in client service spans 21 years, with 9 years specifically in the travel industry. I have earned my IATA accreditation, which provides global recognition by the industry for travel agents meeting certain standards. I’m also a graduate of the College of Disney Knowledge, am a Universal Orlando Resort Specialist, am a Certified Autism Travel Professional (CATP), was recognized as a STAR (Select Travel Advisory Recognition) by CruiseWorld, and have achieved multiple top ranking sales awards. I will continue to participate in onsite, regional, and virtual training provided by the suppliers we partner with, in addition to attending Agent Familiarization Trips and expand my personal travel experiences, all so that I can better serve my clients. When you are looking to plan a vacation to the Disney parks, Universal parks, a guided tour with Adventures by Disney, a stay at Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, or on a cruise anywhere in the world, I’d love to partner with you to make your vacation all you wish it to be and more! Whether planning a first visit, a birthday, a family reunion, a graduation, celebrating family or life, or anything in between, I’d be honored to be a part of planning your celebration. |