At the beginning of the summer I shared the news that my 19 year career at The Coca-Cola Company had come to a close. I also mentioned that there was a big thing I really wanted but didn’t have much of a chance at getting. Well, I never heard back from that thing. But something else – even more exciting and even more perfect found me – Glass Slipper Concierge.
On June 8, the first work day I missed at Coke, I signed the dotted line to become an independent consultant with Glass Slipper Concierge, an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner!!
Since then I have been working tirelessly, through every trip, vacation, sporting event and all … I kid you not, to officially establish my LLC, write a business plan, figure out how and if Glass Slipper Concierge can work with Dixie Delights, set up my Facebook page, train with my agency owner, meet with my team leader, and so forth and so on. Oh, and perhaps most fun for me, I’ve also now graduated from the College of Disney Knowledge. I cannot wait to frame that diploma right next to Georgia Tech and Georgia State – it is the cutest of the lot :-)
And, thanks to an incredibly supportive network, I’ve booked five vacations to Walt Disney World and two Disney Cruises, as well as trips to the Hermitage in Nashville, The Roosevelt in New Orleans and the Salamander Resort and Spa in Virginia! In a month!!!
Here is my “official bio”…
Amanda grew up traveling to the Walt Disney World® Resort with her family and never grew out of it! In the last five years alone, Amanda has taken over 30 Disney vacations across Walt Disney World Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Disneyland® Resort, Aulani, Disney’s Vero Beach Resort and Disney’s Hilton Head Resort. Specializing in Walt Disney World Resort and Disney Cruise Line, Amanda has personally stayed at all but one resort on the Walt Disney World Resort property and has cruised five times with Disney Cruise Line.
Amanda makes it her mission to try new and exciting things at Disney destinations on every trip and brings this expertise and experience to her clients. She doesn’t just go to the parks, she is adept at adding extra magic to every trip. From specialty fireworks cruises, date nights with the kids in the Children’s Activity Center, backstage tours, seasonal events like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party or Epcot® International Food & Wine Festival, to spa treatments, watercraft rentals and dessert parties, Amanda has done it all! She is skilled at planning all types of Disney vacations, from a family of four adventure, to romantic couples getaways, multi-generational extended family reunions, runDisney event weekends, and girls trips.
Amanda is a graduate of Disney’s College of Knowledge, an invited attendee of the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration, and an established blogger at Dixie Delights. With her attention to detail and Disney knowledge, your Disney vacation experience will be delightful from beginning to end!
I left Coke feeling nervous for what the future holds, but also optimistic about the path forward. I really never dreamed that less than two months later I would be a month into my second career and sharing this news with all of you!!! I am a full-service travel consultant and specialist in selling Disney destinations, including Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Disneyland, Aulani and Adventures by Disney.
So what does all this mean?!
For Disney, here is an example of how working with me will make the difference between a good vacation and an unforgettable one.
– I work with you to reserve the perfect resort, ticket package and dining plan for your party, and it doesn’t cost any more to use me than it would booking directly!
– I provide a personalized daily itinerary, handle your dining reservations and book your FastPass attractions in Walt Disney World.
– I make suggestions on special and exclusive experiences to make your vacation even more magical, including recreation, VIP tours, events and more.
– I keep an eye on discounts and promotions that might save you money, and automatically re-price your vacation as soon as anything new comes available!
Y’all know that I am a HUGE Disney fan and I would love to bring my expertise to your next Disney vacation. Here’s how to get started:
Visit my business Facebook Page:
Amanda’s Delightful Destinations – Travel Planning for Disney and Beyond
Email me:
[email protected]
And fill out my consultation request form:
Amanda’s Delightful Destinations Consultation Request
Now, if you’ve booked a Disney vacation direct in last 30 days but want to take advantage of my expertise, you may be able to transfer that reservation to me, for no additional cost, in under 2 minutes!! Just email me for more info :-)
But there’s more!! My agency is also a proud member of Virtuoso®, a network of the world’s finest travel agencies with knowledgeable advisors. With this affiliation, I have access to exclusive travel offers on luxury brands like the aforementioned Hermitage, Roosevelt and Salamander hotels.
I’ve said it before, but I truly mean this… I am immensely grateful for the love, support, following, comments, emails and interaction you have shown along the way of this Dixie Delights journey. It has been paramount in getting me where I am today both personally and professionally. I have no doubt that, without you, this new endeavor would not have found me.
Now, let’s make your vacation dreams come true!
Amanda’s Delightful Destinations – Travel Planning for Disney and Beyond
[email protected]
Amanda’s Delightful Destinations Consultation Request
DIXIE DELIGHTS DELIVERED
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Congratulations on your new position. Sounds like the perfect career for you.
Congratulations! How absolutely perfect for you! I always thought to myself that if I was going on a Disney vacation that I would want to bring you along so you could tell us everything we need to know. I always refer to your posts when going to any places you have been to make sure we hit all the right spots. Wishing you all the best and hopefully one day we’ll be able to book a trip with you!
Congrats! You will be wonderful at this job! Working at something you love is such much fun and a joy to do! If I need to plan a trip, I will definitely contact you!!!! So happy for you!!
I’m so excited about your new career! Your knowledge, experience, and genuinely friendly nature will be a huge asset to anyone who consults with you to plan their next vacation. Can’t wait to see what the future brings! Much love, Judy
This is wonderful news! Congratulations!! I have been a blog follower of yours for quite some time and have wished for someone like you to help us plan a Disney World vacation! My husband and I are Midwesterners with no Disney experience and we would like to plan a Disney World vacation for our family in a couple of years (hello Star Wars!!!). Our kids (current ages 7 & 4) are already talking about it! I will be contacting you when we start getting serious about making plans!!!
Wonderful news! You are perfect for this job. Wish you all the best and will definitely contact you in the future to plan our family Disney trip!
I have followed along for years but never commented (very shy-even on the internet!) but had to reach out to say how amazing this opportunity sounds, and what a perfect fit for you. Kudos to you for following your dreams!
I can’t think of anyone more qualified for the position! Congrats and best of luck in your new endeavor.
Oh my goodness – this is perfect timing, as I am freaking out about planning a last minute trip in September. Will be contacting you shortly! Thank you!
yay! congratulations again and again! no better fit in the world! <3
Wow! Seems like a perfect fit for you. You will be amazing in your new career.
Congratulations Amanda. As Marty already mentioned, perfect for you!!
Congratulations. Sounds like a dream job. I don’t need a Disney vacation just yet, my grandkids are 1 year old and the other is 5 months old. I screenshot your info to save for a future family vacation.
I knew it! I had a feeling it would be this or working for HGTV! Lol! I’m also a Disney/Universal TA and I can tell you that you will love it! What is more fun than talking Disney all day!?!?
Congrats!! I’ve often thought that a career with Disney would be right up your alley! Best wishes for much success and fun!
Wow! Congratulations Amanda a perfect job for you. God always goes before us and makes our pathways straight. I will highly recommend you to my friends who travel to Disney.
Hi Amanda, Congratulations ! We are Disney Vacation Club members- can you help us too with planning out our trips too?
Do what you love and the money will follow! Congratulations. I read your blog every single day, but rarely leave a comment. Like you, I am a southern girl and love my Coca Cola. I was sad to hear you had to leave that job, but am delighted to learn about this new adventure. Back in the day, I was a tour guide at Disneyland. Best job ever!
Congratulations! Sounds perfect for you!
Congratulations, Amanda! I KNEW this was happening and sensed you were up to something that was pointing towards “Disney Delights”!
Here’s hoping that your original Dixie Delights remains unchanged, though. I am, certainly along with hundreds more, selfishly just too addicted!
Meanwhile, this is all SUPERCALIFRAGILISTICEXPIALIDOCIOUS!!!
My, oh my, what a wonderful day! :-)
P.S.
Hear ye! Hear ye! The glass slipper fits!!!
Congratulations! What a dream job! So, what is the one resort where you haven’t stayed yet??
Congratulations!!! Sounds like a perfect fit for you! Will definitely be contacting you to plan a Disney cruise!
how exciting. this is perfect for you as I always think of you as the expert in disney travel and will certainly call you when we are planning our next trip. best of luck!
Congrats!!! You have hit the ground running- I knew you would be fabulous! It’s so time-consuming but so much fun!
Congratulations! I have the biggest smile on my face reading this post. What a perfect new start for you. Wishing you the very best.
Amanda, how exciting! I cannot imagine a more perfect job for you – I just know you will take this and run with it!! Congratulations, sweet friend! xo
Congratulations! This is so tailor made for you, Amanda. I know how much you love Coca-Cola but wow! Best wishes in this new venture. We will certainly know who to call for future trips!
Congratulations!!! This is perfect for you and you will be amazing. Enjoy this new chapter!
Cheers
Perfect!
Such exciting news! Remember the saying “when one door closes, another opens”! Very happy for you and when the time comes for us to plan our Disney world trip I will be contacting you girl!
So excited for you and me! I hope to visit Disney World again in the next year and now know who will help me plan my trip!
I am not just saying congrats to you, Amanda, but CONGRATS TO DISNEY! I can’t think of a better ambassador and brand seller than you. Your blog posts to Disney are always unique and very different from many other WDW bloggers. I can’t wait to book a Disney Cruise for my family with you!
I KNEW it!! Congratulations!
How wonderful this news is. Congrats. I used your Disney posts to gain info and help to make plans for my trips. Anyone who uses you as a consultant will surely get a magical and thoroughly planned trip.
I can’t think of a better match – for you AND for Disney! This sounds like THE perfect job for you and I know you will be amazing in this position. You will definitely be my go-to person for any future Disney trips! Congratulations on this *magical* opportunity!
Cheers!
Shelley
Congratulations! You are the perfect person to be a Disney travel agent! I can’t think of another person who would be better.
Looks like a perfect fit for you, Disney, Dixie Delights, and your Etsy store. I love when all the pieces of the puzzle seem to fall into place. Good luck!
DiAnne
Congrats Amanda! You are going to be busy. I am sure they will be lined out the door for your services!
Congrats! I’m not even headed to Disney,but I shared your page on the local Facebook groups I belong to here in TX! I mean there is NO WAY anyone can know more about Disney than you!
Congrats friend! That is seriously so exciting and SO fitting for you! We will FOR SURE be coming to you when we decide to take Miss Andi on her first Disney excursion (We’ve both never been – can you believe it?) xoxo
Ahhhh, SO FUN!!!!!!!!!!!!! Well, my advice from right now is to plan ahead!!! I feel like it is imperative to book 6+ months out at least if you want to do anything princess :-)
I just booked our Disney trip a month ago with a local Disney travel agent, waaahhhh :-( Would have loved to have used you! We live in Florida and most likely will be upgrading our tickets to annual passes – for future trips, do you help annual pass holders too? I know there’s no ticket purchase, but I’d still love to use your expertise and planning for hotels, dining, events, etc. And I’ll definitely come to you when we book a Disney Cruise! We are taking our daughter for her first Disney trip in October, and I am obsessing with the planning and cannot wait! Congratulations to you, what a perfect new career. When one door shuts, an even more fabulous one opens!
I DO help annual passholders!! Keep me in mind next time and definitely for your cruise!!!!!!!!!!
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