Since 2012, I’ve combined my love of travel with a natural strength for research, organization, and thoughtful planning to create seamless, well-designed travel experiences for my clients.
My background—along with advanced degrees—has shaped how I approach travel planning: by building relationships, understanding your preferences and travel style, and applying careful attention to detail to curate options that truly fit. The result is a process that feels clear, personalized, and stress-free from start to finish.
While I’m based in Indianapolis, I work with clients across the country, providing dedicated, responsive support every step of the way.
Interestingly, travel wasn’t a significant part of my upbringing. As an only child growing up in rural Indiana, my love of travel developed later—and quickly grew beyond anything I could have imagined.
Some personal highlights (a list that’s always evolving) include:
- Tulip Time river cruise through the Netherlands & Belgium
- VIP tours at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter, Walt Disney World® Resort, and with Disney Cruise Line
- Food and chocolate tours across multiple European cities
- ATVing along the coast of Kauai
While I visited Walt Disney World® Resort a few times as a child, my true connection to Disney began in 1998 during a meaningful time in my life.
After losing my father just six months earlier, I planned a surprise trip for my mother. It was our first time staying on property—and the first time we experienced what it felt like to have everything thoughtfully taken care of for us. That trip left a lasting impression and shaped how I think about travel to this day.
Years later, in 2006, a trip with my best friend introduced me to Disney Cruise Line. We combined a stay at Walt Disney World® with a sailing aboard the Disney Wonder. I’ll never forget realizing that within just a few hours onboard, I felt more relaxed and taken care of than I had in the previous several days. It completely changed my perspective on what a vacation could be.
Since then, I’ve sailed with Disney Cruise Line 22 times, exploring destinations including the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Canada, Mexico, and beyond—even helping my best friend experience a maiden voyage to Alaska.
I’m a firm believer that Disney travel is just as meaningful for adults as it is for families. It’s the combination of thoughtful service, immersive experiences, and the ability to truly relax and enjoy the moment that keeps clients returning again and again.
In 2024, my agency, Off to Neverland Travel, recognized me for achieving $1 million in sales—an accomplishment that reflects both the trust of my clients and the level of service I strive to provide. Off to Neverland Travel, is an EarMarked by Disney Authorized Travel Agency and Universal Orlando Resort Preferred Travel Agency.
My experience includes planning travel for:
- First-time visitors to Disney destinations
- Disney Cruise Line sailings, including highly sought-after and maiden voyages
- Luxury ocean and river cruises, as well as custom land itineraries
- Multi-generational and large family travel
I also maintain ongoing certifications and training with leading travel brands and partners, ensuring my clients benefit from current knowledge, trusted relationships, and thoughtful, well-informed recommendations.
CREDENTIALS
Disney Destinations
🎓College of Knowledge
🎓Disney Institute
- Disney's Approach to Leadership Excellence
- Custom Private Group Courses
- Women's Leadership Summit
Luxury & River Cruises
🎓AmaWaterways (Certified Advisor & Specialist)
🎓Regent Seven Seas (Master)
🎓Seabourn Academy
Ocean Cruises
🎓Celebrity Cruises
🎓Norwegian Cruise Line University (Master's Degree)
🎓Princess Cruise Academy (First Officer)
🎓Royal Caribbean International (Master of Adventure)
Transportation, Tours, & More
🎓Blacklane (global luxury private car service)
🎓Tauck Specialist (high-end guided land journeys, river cruises, and small-ship ocean cruises)
🎓Marriott Hotel Excellence & All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy
🎓Universal Orlando Resort Specialist
🎓Travel Insured International Certified (travel insurance)
My experiences benefit you.
Explore travel insights, destination features, and podcast conversations inspired by my own Disney journeys—offering ideas and perspective as you begin planning your next trip.
🚢2025 Adventures by Disney Tulip Time River Cruise - Blog coming soon! & Podcast (also available on Apple Podcast)
🚢2023 Northern Europe - Blog coming soon!
🚢2022 Inaugural Disney Wish - Blog coming soon! | Podcast
🚢2022 “Sweet #16” Cruise (May) - Blog coming soon! | Podcast
- Bonus Podcast: Disney Cruise Line Savory vs Sweet Throwdown!
🚢2022 Marvel Day at Sea - Blog coming soon| Podcast
🚢2021 Return to Sailing (COVID 8 night Eastern-turned-Western) - Blog | Podcast
🚢2019 Mediterranean - Blog
🚢2018 West Coast Repositioning (Vancouver to San Diego) - Blog
🚢2013 Gayle’s B-Day Cruise (Eastern Caribbean) - Blog
🚢2012 California Coast Inaugural Pixar - Blog
🚢2010 “Shipwrecked” 7-turned-8 night cruise! - Stay tuned (moving platforms)!
🚢2006 Land & Sea (my first DCL - 4 night Bahamas) - Blog
*Thanks to DCL Duo for hosting us on their podcast!