Joel Parker - Travel Genie

Favorite Travel Memory: 

My most favorite and cherished travel memory is taking my two year old daughter, Hailey, to Disney World for the first time.

We visited Minnie Mouse, Hailey’s all-time favorite character. She was so in-patient standing in line…when it was finally Hailey’s turn she took off running and gave Minnie the biggest hug ever.

Hailey refused to let go of Minnie Mouse’s hand so, when Minnie had to go bake cookies she took Hailey’s hand and the two of them walked off together. It was so sweet!

Favorite Travel Tip: 

Don’t plan someone else’s “dream vacation”. Whether you are visiting Walt Disney World, Las Vegas, or Paris, create an itinerary that best matches you and your family’s wants and needs.

Also, just because it looks great on Instagram or TikTok, doesn’t mean it is the right fit for you.

As your Travel Genie I will learn about your family and what you want out of your vacation, then together we can plan an itinerary that fits YOU.

Dream Vacation:

I have several bucket list destinations, including Australia, a Southern Caribbean cruise, an Antarctica Cruise, visit all Disney Parks, and visit all U.S. National Parks.

Disney Travel Advice: 

Too often I see people try to do everything there is to do. This creates a stressful and exhausting vacation.

Some of the best memories can be made playing at the resort pool, sitting on your cruise verandah, or just giggling at a meal as a family.

Create breaks in your schedule and accept that you won’t be able to do everything you want.

Why should you book your vacation with me?

For nearly 10 years I helped make dreams come true as a Cast Member at Walt Disney World Resort. I’ve worked at all four theme parks, ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex and Typhoon Lagoon.

I have also spent more than 25 days at sea aboard the Disney Fantasy, Disney Magic, and Disney Wonder.

I am a Disney, Universal, and Orlando junkie who loves to cruise. If you are looking for a cruise or a Disney, Universal, or Orlando vacation that is specially designed for you and your family, I’m the Travel Genie for you!