Lauren Hammad- Travel Genie

My Travel Specialties: 

First time Disney explorers, multi-generational travel, family vacations, and families travelling with food allergies

My Favorite Suppliers:

Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disney Cruise Line, Adventures by Disney, National Geographic Expeditions, Apple Vacations

My Favorite Destinations:

I love experiencing all the resorts at Walt Disney World and try to stay somewhere different each time. My favorite resort is The Boardwalk, though Polynesian takes a close second!.

Favorite Travel Memory: 

When I was 5 years old, my parents took my brother and I to Disney World and we stayed at the Contemporary Resort. My mother bought me a new nightgown for the trip and I was so excited! One night, they let us stay up late to watch the Electric Light Parade on the lagoon. I sat in her lap out on the balcony to see the floats dancing by. Thirty years later, my parents joined our first trip with my son. We stayed at the Wilderness Lodge. I was lying in bed on our first night and heard the familiar music. I ran to the balcony to watch the parade. My mom came to join me and we sat and watched the same floats go by, remembering our first trip so many years ago. It was pure magic.

Dream Vacation:

My dream vacation is to take an Adventures by Disney River Cruise on the Siene River in France, followed by a few nights at Disneyland Paris! I am currently learning French and love French culture. One day, I will get there! A more immediate dream will come true next year, when we take a Disney Cruise to Alaska!

Disney Travel Advice: 

Many travelers' goals are to hit as many attractions as possible. My advice is to enjoy the sense of place that Disney Parks offer. Take the time to notice and experience the subtle magical moments. Your first stroll down Main Street, your child spotting a character, sharing a Mickey Bar. There are so many things that will make your trip special. Don't stress if it doesn't go exactly how you expected. The unexpected moments can turn into the best memories!

My Favorite Travel Tip

Pack your bathing suits and flip-flops in your carry-on bag! The kids will want to jump in the pool the minute you arrive. If your room is not ready or bag delivery is delayed, it doesn't mean your fun has to wait too!

Why should you book your vacation with me?

You know the feeling you get when you finally complete that 500-piece puzzle you've been working on for weeks? That is the feeling I get when planning a Disney vacation for my clients. I am a process and efficiency expert by trade, and I am able to help you maximize your fun while still finding necessary time to relax. It is a vacation, after all! Visiting Walt Disney World nearly every year since my first son was born, gives me the knowledge and perspective to understand each family's unique needs, interests, and priorities. Knowing what truly matters to my clients allows me to build their dream adventure. I will be with you every step of the way, making sure every detail is covered so you can focus on the fun and excitement!