Hi, I’m Mel!
I’m a mom of two littles and a lifelong Disney fan who’s been experiencing the magic of Walt Disney World since I was a toddler. Over the years, I’ve visited as a kid, a teenager, a young adult, and now as a parent, giving me a unique full-circle perspective on what makes a Disney vacation special at every stage of life.
Today, I specialize in planning Walt Disney World vacations for families with young children. I know firsthand how magical these trips can be, and how overwhelming they can feel when you’re juggling nap schedules, picky eaters, and endless logistics.
Why Families Work With Me
Traveling with little kids looks very different than traveling without them, and that’s where I come in.
I help parents navigate:
- Resort selection based on their family’s priorities
- Park strategies that work with young kids
- Dining reservations and allergy planning
- Rest days, downtime, and realistic itineraries
- Transportation, logistics, and those inevitable meltdown moments
I want parents to head into their trip feeling prepared, confident, and excited, not buried under the stress of planning.
My Disney Expertise
I’ve spent years learning the details that make family vacations smoother. I love creating exclusive planning guides that help take the guesswork out of your trip, including:
- Ride height requirements
- Lightning Lanes
- Princess experiences
- Character dining
- Fireworks and parades
- Disney Dining Plan
And because every Disney planner has a few favorites they’ll defend forever, here are some of mine:
Park: EPCOT
Resort: Disney’s BoardWalk
Ride: Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
Restaurant: Cítricos
Lounge: Enchanted Rose
You can find more of my family-focused Disney planning tips on TikTok at Tiny Suitcase Magic. I share practical advice for making Disney vacations feel more magical and manageable.
Beyond Disney
While Walt Disney World is my biggest specialty, I also help families plan vacations to:
- Universal Orlando Resort
- Disneyland Resort
- Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa
- Beaches Resorts
- Sandals Resorts
Why I Love What I Do
I truly believe families deserve to have someone in their corner through every step of the planning process. From the moment you book, I’m here to help you make sense of the details, feel confident in your choices, and create a vacation that feels magical, manageable, and made for your family.
My goal is simple: to take the stress out of planning so you can focus on what matters most, making memories with the people you love.
