Expert Disney Travel Planner Success Stories

Before hiring Allison from Practically Perfect Travel, I was really struggling with two things: money and overwhelm. Disney is an expensive trip, and it’s also incredibly overwhelming to plan! There are so many shows, rides, and decisions to make, from figuring out how to get there to organizing the order of attractions.

It made a huge difference that Allison took care of all the reservations! The questionnaires she sent were thorough and really helped narrow down the overwhelming number of restaurant and ride options. After sharing my preferences, she made everything happen seamlessly.

The most valuable part of her service? It was definitely the itinerary. We actually called it our "lifeline" throughout our Disney days. Whenever we had a question or needed direction in the parks, I’d refer to it, and it always had the information we needed—whether it was the next ride or where to stand for a show. My 7-year-old daughter even reminded me not to leave it behind, saying, "Don’t forget your lifeline, Mom!" It kept us organized and stress-free the entire trip.

If I had to describe my experience with Allison in one word, it would be “stress-saving.” Her expert knowledge allowed us to enjoy the parks without the usual stress that comes with a Disney trip.

I honestly can’t think of anything she could have done better. The only thing that threw us off was finding the perfect spot for the evening show, but that wasn’t her fault—they had changed the designated area to disabled seating, and she couldn’t have known that!

I’ve already told many friends—“Hire Allison! You won’t regret it.” I can’t thank her enough for all the extra tips and late nights she spent helping me prepare. She even calmed me down when I started feeling unprepared nights before the trip! It was a fantastic experience, and I couldn't have done it without her.

My experience with Practically Perfect Travel was nothing short of remarkable. From the moment we embarked on our journey, we were met with unparalleled service and attention to detail. Our trip had challenges, including scorching heat and unexpected changes, but Practically Perfect Travel guided us through it all, creating magical travel memories.

Allison with Practically Perfect Travel not only met but exceeded every expectation we had. She was like our genie, granting wishes we didn't even know we had. The stress of planning, scheduling, and worrying about every detail was lifted off our shoulders, allowing us to immerse ourselves in the joy of the moment.

One of the standout surprises was the thoughtfulness that went into even the tiniest details. Metal straws, something we were fretting about, were there waiting for us, a testament to her meticulous planning. What truly set them apart was her understanding that flexibility is key. Allison empowered us to adapt and make changes on the fly, ensuring our experience was seamless and stress-free.
As we reflect on our trip, we realize that Allison not only delivered on her promises but ignited a desire within us to return to the magical world they helped create. Our teenagers, who had evolving preferences, even discovered a newfound appreciation for character visits and immersive experiences, something we wouldn't have anticipated without her guidance.

Looking back, we can confidently say that Practically Perfect Travel drove our unforgettable adventure. Allison's level of service, care, and expertise was akin to having a trusted friend by our side throughout the journey. We are eagerly planning our next trip through Practically Perfect Travel, secure in the knowledge that she will once again exceed our expectations.

Allison, with Practically Perfect Travel, made our trip to Disneyland incredible! We had so much fun, and it was truly a magical experience from start to finish. Initially, I was a bit skeptical about following a strict schedule, but it turned out to be the best decision we made. The itinerary provided by Allison was a lifesaver. We were able to make the most of our time and experience all the amazing rides and attractions without feeling overwhelmed.

One word to describe working with Practically Perfect Travel would be "fabulous." Allison had everything planned out for us, and we just had to follow along. We stuck to the schedule the first two days and had a blast. On the last day, we decided to switch things up and deviate from the schedule to revisit our favorite ride. Trying to navigate Lightning Lane and plan our next moves was a bit stressful, but Allison had prepared us well, and we managed to make the most of it.

The most helpful information we received was the reminder that "this is not Bible." Allison encouraged us to let the Disney magic take over and go with the flow. It was liberating to embrace unexpected moments like stumbling upon the Dapper Dans or discovering hidden gems like the Tiki Room. She also advised us not to blindly follow the crowd and stand in long lines just because everyone else was doing it. This simple advice saved us so much time and allowed us to enjoy more of the park.

The meticulously planned itinerary was the best part of working with Practically Perfect Travel. It provided a clear roadmap for our days at Disneyland. Even though we deviated slightly from it at times, we always knew what our next move should be. It made decision-making so much easier, especially with the overwhelming number of restaurants, rides, and attractions available. The maps provided were also incredibly useful, and I constantly referred to them. A physical plan and paper maps made navigation a breeze, and I didn't have to rely solely on my phone.

Despite missing out on some attractions due to unforeseen circumstances like ride breakdowns, our trip was still absolutely perfect. Allison helped us navigate the park like pros, making our Disneyland experience unforgettable. We can't wait to plan our next trip with her and create more magical memories. Thank you, Practically Perfect Travel, for making our dream vacation come true!

We went on an Orlando Vacation in 2022. We were overwhelmed in trying to coordinate everything ourselves. We decided to use Allison with Practically Perfect Travel. She took the stress away from planning. We answered a few questionnaires, and she took it from there. She took the reins and was very receptive to what we wanted, and then added her own tips and tricks. Allison was very organized, and her information was complete.
We have nothing but wonderful things to say about using her especially if you have never been. Using her service is super convenient. She was able to adapt to changing circumstances, so we were prepared for our trip. When she delivers our trip packet, she goes over everything and allows us to ask questions. The Daily itineraries were great with knowing what to try for and even had backup plans if something didn’t work. She was very responsive during our trip when we needed questions answered. We had a great time and did a lot and are ready for the next time we go. We would tell anyone who has never been to absolutely use Allison.

Practically Perfect travel is a MUST hire for anyone going on any type of Disney vacation. Allison really knows her stuff and truly cares to help her clients have absolutely magical vacations. Throughout the whole process, you can feel her passion for Disney and it really makes the entire process fun and exciting. She is efficient, easy to communicate with, and is there for you every step throughout the planning and all the way throughout your Disney vacation. Any question you have she will have the answer.
I have been to Disney properties many times, but I decided to hire Allison to help design a very special trip to Disneyland for my honeymoon and she surpassed my expectations. Using Allison to help lay out our time at Disney and make all our reservations and hotel arrangements really took the stress part out of the whole experience. She even went out of her way to arrange a wonderful delicious surprise for me and my husband upon arrival at the hotel. From helping know what rides to hit at what times, how to navigate the park, dinner reservations, and learning to use the Disney App she has got you. I give her Five Stars and would recommend her and her services to anyone wanting to experience Disney. I will 100% be using her again for future Disney travels.

Our trip to Walt Disney World was wonderful. Allison had helpful hints for everything we did. We were able to accomplish what we wanted to do even with unforeseen events, such as Animal Kingdom losing power. Her tips helped us know the best times to ride and which shows we would enjoy. Her services are definitely something to look into and explore as your budget would allow. It would be helpful for any trip to Disneyland or Walt Disney World, especially if you have never been. For us, it was a great vacation. We loved it!

Allison with Practically Perfect Travel made our Disneyland experience amazing. She was right there when we needed anything. Her advice was indispensable, and I was even surprised to get a full map with a shortcut mapped out as an answer to a question while we were in the park. The itinerary she made was the best. We didn’t wait in lines. She put us in the right spots at the right time. We knew when to make the next lighting lanes to beat the crowds. The restaurants she suggested were fantastic too. Her service was exceptional, convenient, easy, and worth every penny. I made one phone call and answered questions in a couple of Get-to-Know-You surveys, and everything was done for me. I didn’t do anything except show up. Everything was done for me in advance. It was close to feeling like a kid on vacation where I just sit back and enjoy the trip. It really was Practically Perfect. In one word Phenomenal!

We recently traveled to Orlando and Allison graciously helped us sort out the multitude of decisions, options, and work involved in the process. We appreciated her efforts to work within our budget and still experience as much as possible. She was very knowledgeable and gave us several ideas and tips on things we would have never otherwise known about. Allison also went out of her way to provide extras that made the trip just that much more exciting. Her love for Disney and giving that experience to others seems to outweigh any reward that she may receive. Her itineraries helped us to manage the vastness of the parks and get to the places we wanted to be.

She put a lot of thought into making a schedule that would fit the needs of all in the family, despite our age differences. When things didn’t work out exactly as planned, Allison was always there to make changes for us and help with issues we had, even at odd hours. It was hard for me to put such an exciting, big trip in the hands of someone else, but Allison proved to be deserving of that trust. We were grateful to have someone put just as much time and effort, or maybe even more, into making this a trip to always remember.

After thinking of going to Walt Disney World for years, we decided to use Practically Perfect Travel on recommendation from a friend. I was concerned it would be expensive to use such a service. But to my surprise, I discovered the concierge service was complimentary with my booking. Allison made our trip a once in a lifetime experience with her fabulous service. Not to be cliché but she made it extra magical. She was very easy to communicate with via email. It was very convenient considering the vast amount of information that was sent back and forth.

It’s obvious the information is first hand, as everything was as she said it would be. She was even able to give us tips on how to coordinate Disney’s Disability Access Pass with FastPasses. That is not information you could get from a friend. But the best part of this service was the daily plans with the rides and shows. This help was priceless. We even made copies and my husband kept one set with him so when we split up we knew where to meet back up. And I loved all the Mary Poppins references, even down to our own Mary Poppins bag that held our information. There was truly nothing she could have done better, right down to getting us a refund from Hurricane Irma we weren’t aware we could get. There is no reason for anyone not to book with Practically Perfect Travel and a million reasons to do so. Everything was wonderful from start to finish. She made our trip great!

I would like to take a few minutes and share my experience with using Practically Perfect Travel and working with Allison… Fabulous!! I was skeptical at first; what could she do that I couldn’t do myself…. Let the list begin: For starters, the VALUE of the service she provides far exceeds the cost of going through her for your Disney Vacations! She knows her stuff. She planned for everything we needed to have a memorable, smooth, and fun, family trip. She is upfront about what you can book through her for the best cost, and what you could find better on your own. (Car rentals for example; she will tell you that she can book one for you, but can’t guarantee it to be the “cheapest” price. You might be able to find a good deal from Costco, but what she can get isn’t far off either)

On our vacation we did some hotel bookings with Allison, and decided to try some on our own… I wish we had her book all of them! We stayed in 3 different cities with 10 days in several different hotels; guess which ones we liked and which ones we didn’t. She knows which locations that have good access to where you want to be, she knows what beaches would be the best for your family to visit, she know what hotels are good for the price point you want, she knows where you can eat on a moment’s notice.

In our planning sessions, she asked me what my 4 kids like to eat… (Picky, I’m not proud) Allison discussed with me the various restaurants to eat in Sea World, Disneyland, Legoland, and Universal Studios. She provided me with links to menus in different parks so I would know exactly what my options were for meals on our trip. That was so helpful when we were actually there. We knew where and when to eat, and what to order before even getting there. One day in California Adventure we got a little off schedule and our kids were starving; I called Allison and she told me where we could go to eat instead of what we had planned because we didn’t have time to go from one park to the other. We needed something close, and we needed to eat now! To know that she makes herself available to call or text any time while you are on vacation: “where is a bathroom,” where can we get a corn dog, “what freeway exit was that…” was wonderful.

She planned it all down to the smallest necessary detail. She provided us with itineraries for every day. What time to leave the hotel, when to be at the gates, what rides to go on or things to see 1st (I was also skeptical about this) I wasn’t sure if I liked the idea of someone else telling me what to do while I was in the parks and when, but surprisingly enough, that turned out to be her best help of all. When we stuck to the schedule she made for us we accomplished MORE! She did recommend that we get FastPass tickets for the water/light show at California Adventure, and get a seat early!!! We did not follow that advice and ended up leaving before it was over (she told us: to enjoy that show, we would need to get a good view; she was right again!). The second to last night of our vacation, I called her and asked if she could re-vamp our last day… so she stayed up that night and had a new itinerary made for us and texted it to me so we could fit in some last-minute things we hadn’t done yet!

I am so grateful I put my trust in Allison and let her plan our vacation. I told her what I wanted, and she made it happen, and even more! I can’t say enough about how much a stress relief it was to let her handle all the hassle and let us just enjoying the ride. I hope you will take advantage of Practically Perfect Travel…. There is nothing else like it! Thank you Allison; I look forward to working with you again!

Words can't tell how much we all enjoyed our Disneyland trip. Allison's planning and tips made it a trip of a lifetime for my daughter and her family. They talk about it every time we are together. Every Grandmother needs her when they take their Grandkids to Disneyland. We are grateful for all her preparation and for educating us. The kids were the perfect age to do all the walking so we could get everything in and the food Allison recommended was absolutely wonderful. My mouth waters every time I think about the Monte Cristo Sandwich. If anyone still needs a recommendation send them to me!

I have to say this was the best decision I have ever made to assist in a vacation. I wanted to try because the first time I went to Disneyland I felt I missed things. So much to see and not sure where to go or where to invest my valuable time. From start to finish, I had premium service. I always had any questions answered. This simplified and made our vacation so much more enjoyable. I felt as if I had a custom-tailored vacation just for my family's wants and needs. We were given a schedule that met our needs to the fullest and gave every option to stay as busy running or even being able to plan our day based on different levels of importance. From the direction of travels to any kind of information I needed, Allison was so helpful. I will never go without their assistance again. Thank you, Practically Perfect. I really felt I had more value in our great family vacation.

Going through Practically Perfect Travel was the best decision we made. It took the stress of planning a vacation completely away. Practically Perfect Travel did all the research for us and presented us with the available options. Not just for park tickets and a place to stay, but the best time to hit the rides, see the shows, and best places to eat. We were left with deciding the fun stuff. We didn't even have to book anything. Flight, hotel, tickets, reservations, and transportation were all taken care of. Practically Perfect Travel is what made our Disney Vacation pure magic.

We went to Disneyland in June 2012 for three days. It was a wonderful experience! We did not have to wait in line very much, and we were able to see all that we wanted. Allison planned the days we were in the park so well. We were able to pack it all in because of her careful and strategic planning. Our plan was flexible, we decided we did not like Tower of Terror, but we loved California Screamin, we rode it several times. Our vacation was a big success! We still talk about the fun we had! We will definitely use her again.