Hi, I'm Katie D.

Professional Travel Agent

BOOK A CALL WITH KATIE D

Born and raised in St. Louis, I’m a dedicated wife to John and mom of two.  I’ve got a passport and I’m not afraid to use it.  I believe in being an expert in vacation planning, rather than being a salesperson.  I believe planning for the future includes having a refundable deposit down on your next vacation.  I believe everything is worth trying once.  I’m passionate about making my community better by volunteering as much as possible. I always choose cities over beaches, corndogs over steak, and N’Sync over Backstreet. 

I became a travel agent because I have a wealth of travel knowledge that I enjoy sharing!   I know I’ve been a travel resource for friends and family for years….but now, sharing my expertise and passion for travel is my full time job.   

I’m an asset to my clients because I sweat the small stuff and enjoy thinking through the details—Do you want to know if its bar soap or foam in your hotel room?  Or which room on the Cruise Ship is best for your family and why?  I think through the details of your family group and cater your vacation plans to you. 
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GET TO KNOW KATIE D

• Favorite Disney character:  Mary Poppins been my favorite for years, but I’d most likely be best friends with Mirabel. 
• Most memorable vacation:  My family has been fortunate to be on some amazing adventures, so I’ll share my TWO most memorable:  The Paris Olympics 2024 & Our Mediterranean Cruise on the Disney Magic
• Favorite type of vacation:  I LOVE Disney Cruising and I’ve been on every ship in the fleet. My husband, who called himself a “never-cruiser,” now loves them as well!  
• Favorite ice cream flavor:  I don’t know if I have a flavor preference, but I have some favorite ice cream locations: Florean Fortescue’s Ice Cream Parlor in Diagon Alley or a Chocolate Chip Chipwich from any cart at Disney World. 
• Professional specialties:  Disney vacations, Universal vacations, large group travel, and luxury travel 

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Arts in History, from Fontbonne University 
• Disney Ducktorate Degree, Disney College Program
• Disney College of Knowledge Graduate
• Universal Parks and Experiences Graduate
• Master’s Degree with Norwegian Cruise Line
• Masters of Adventure, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
• Gold Learn and Earn Graduate with Carnival Cruise Line
• ALGV Pro Certified Specialist with Apple Leisure Group
• Certified Sandals Specialist, Sandals & Beach Resorts
• Returned Peace Corps Volunteer: Mali, West Africa 2004

Client Reviews

We decided very last minute to take this trip, and I knew that I wasn't going to be able to achieve my standard level of research. I really needed  suggestions and tips on a short timeline!  She was fantastic - all of her suggestions really worked with our style of travel, and I appreciated her working hard to get us Lightning Lane reservations when the system crashed our second morning!  It was comforting to know someone else was a quick text away.

Katie took care of so many things for me that would have taken me a lot of time to figure out - she booked a character breakfast, organized the van drop-off, stroller rental, etc. and walked me through the app. It felt like there was a second "me" working on the planning which was very much needed given the tight timeline!

Carla

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OUTSTANDING. Super efficient and helpful. She did all the things it would've taken me ages to do solo. Katie was also just like really fun and cool and a joy to work w. She was our in-family expert!  Katie is THE BEST!!!!!

Jenna H.