Maralee Striker
Maralee Striker
Rated Best Disney Destinations Agent Since 2008
As both a travel agent and former Disney Castmember I bring a unique perspective to Disney and it's myriad of amazing and magical destinations.
My Disney journey began when I was a little girl growing up in La Canada, California (aka the "Valley"). My grandpa gave me a single share of Disney stock when I was born and my mom would sneak me out of school (Pre-K and beyond) and take me to the Shareholders Meeting in Anaheim where we would get to view an up and coming Disney movie and everyone would get a FREE ticket to Disneyland Park. Walking hand and hand we would explore the park from sun-up to midnight and soak in the magic.
I have subsequently been to the Disneyland Resort, staying at all on site hotels and a multitude of Good Neighbor hotels, more than 200 times.
My Disney history is not limited to just Disneyland. Now a full time resident of Florida, I can see the fireworks over Cinderella Castle from my own backyard. My journey at the Walt Disney World Resort began the year it opened in 1971 when my dad, who was a quality control executive for USG, traveled to Orlando to inspect the then newly built Contemporary Resort and brought me with him! I don't remember much of the visit because I was very little but I do remember the majestic iconic resort gleaming in the sun with the monorail zooming through it taking guests to the Magic Kingdom. The hotel has gone through a number of changes throughout the years yet still remains my most favorite property due to the memories it invokes.
I've had the pleasure of staying at every official Walt Disney World Resort and have been inside the parks more times than I can count.
My Disney story continues with more than 25 Disney Cruise Line experiences, 3 visits to the tropical paradise of Aulani Resort in Ko'olina Hawaii, an enchanting trip to Disneyland Paris (formerly Euro Disney) and 3 Adventure by Disney journeys to Costa Rica, the Desert Southwest and Italy.
I enjoy helping families whether they are first time travelers or seasoned trekkers who want to create magical memories during their vacation. My personal visits have helped me be able to cater to all family dynamics and my years as a Dsiney cast member only enhance the knowledge insight, tips and tricks I can provide to my guests.
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