I am Meridith Portera, and I am from Flowood, MS. Thanks to my parents and now always-willing-to-travel, husband, I have had the opportunity to travel to Disneyworld several times throughout my life. It wasn’t until I had children of my own that I truly was able to feel the Disney magic. I could see the magic as a child, but to experience Disney as an adult is something completely different. From the fireworks and the attractions to the character interactions, seeing the “World” through the eyes of your children is something  a parent never forgets. I can imagine it is what my parents felt when they used to take me.

I became a Disney vacation planner because I want families to have a magical, stress-free experience when they travel to Disney destinations. Personalizing trips to specifically meet the needs of each family I work with is my speciality. Let’s plan something unique and magical for yours!

I have carried my passion for travel to my own family with my husband and young daughter who are always looking forward to our next trip. We have been fortunate to have lots of different types of travel experiences – to nearly every major city in the United States to visiting most of the National Parks out west to cruising the Mediterranean (or the Baltic!) to that one time we got annual passes to Disney World and went eight times in one year (even though we are a solid eight hour drive away)! While we enjoy doing the standard touristy things, we also like to position ourselves as temporary locals when we travel – whether it be knowing just the right spot for a perfect sunset or where to get the best slice of pizza. I would be honored to leverage my passion for travel to help you plan your next Royal Vacation!

I have loved Walt Disney World ever since I can remember!  Growing up, we were fortunate enough to vacation to a few different destinations – the trips to see my favorite castle were always my favorite.  I even got to experience my dream of marching down Main Street U.S.A. with my high school marching band!

All throughout college and early adulthood, I always found myself in charge of planning travel.  Whether it was traveling for a professional conference or going on a vacation, I was the one that was always at the helm planning every aspect! Becoming a travel planner and professionally assisting clients was a natural progression for my passion.

Fast forward a few years and I am now a wife with 2 little ones who are just as obsessed with Walt Disney World as I am!  It is really difficult to put into words the experience of watching your children lay their eyes on Cinderella Castle for the first time.  Or the experience of watching them experience with characters from their favorite movies.  It really is the best feeling in the world – one that I strive to ensure all of my clients get to experience! I love helping my clients with the details of their vacations so they can enjoy the special moments such as these.

I specialize in Disney Destinations, mainly Walt Disney World Resort and the Disney Cruise Line.  I am also a Certified Sandals Specialist and love assisting my honeymoon couples and families in finding the perfect all-inclusive vacation for their needs. I also have experience with both large and small groups so be sure to grab your closest friends and plan a best friend’s getaway! Whether you are interested in a Disney vacation, a cruise, an all-inclusive resort vacation, I look forward to assisting with the details and making your vacation as magical as possible!