Samantha DiPace
Travel Advisor
Gold Seller
3 client reviews
Samantha’s love for travel advising grew from one of the things she values most, traveling with her husband and three children and making memories together as a family. From the magic of Walt Disney World and the excitement of Universal Orlando to exploring new destinations aboard a cruise ship, some of Samantha’s favorite family memories have been made while traveling. That love of creating special experiences for her own family inspired her to help other families do the same. Samantha specializes in Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and cruising, with particular experience planning vacations with Disney Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean. She loves helping clients navigate all the details that can make planning these vacations feel overwhelming; from choosing the perfect resort or cruise ship to park tickets, dining, Lightning Lanes, transportation, excursions, and everything in between. When working with Samantha, clients can expect an advisor who is organized, informative, attentive, and quick to respond. She believes great travel planning is about more than simply making a reservation. She takes the time to understand what each family wants from their vacation, provides clear information and personalized recommendations, keeps track of the important details and deadlines, and is there to answer questions throughout the entire planning process. Whether it’s a family’s first trip to Walt Disney World, a Universal adventure, a relaxing Caribbean cruise, or an exciting voyage to Alaska or Europe, Samantha’s goal is to make planning as enjoyable and stress-free as possible, so her clients can spend less time worrying about the details and more time looking forward to the memories they’re about to make.
Who Samantha plans for best
Samantha is especially passionate about helping first-time or overwhelmed Disney travelers turn what can feel like an intimidating planning process into an exciting, organized vacation. She also loves working with first-time and experienced cruisers who want A-to-Z support, from choosing the right cruise line, ship, itinerary, and stateroom to dining, excursions, transportation, pre-cruise stays, and everything in between. Samantha is the perfect fit for travelers who want to be involved in their vacation without having to figure out every detail on their own.
How Samantha Works
Personalized Attention
Samantha believes no two families travel the same way, which means no two vacations should be planned the same way. Her philosophy is centered on personalized attention, open communication, and truly getting to know each client, their priorities, travel style, budget, and what will make their vacation feel special. She wants every client to feel like they are her priority, never just another booking. From the first conversation until they return home, Samantha is there to answer questions, offer guidance, keep track of the details, and make sure their vacation feels completely their own.
Stress Free Planning
Samantha believes planning a vacation should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Her goal is to take the stress out of the process by keeping everything organized, anticipating the details, explaining options clearly, and staying on top of important dates and deadlines. From the big decisions to the little details, Samantha guides her clients every step of the way so they can spend less time worrying about logistics and more time getting excited about their vacation.
Expert Guidance & Honest Recommendations
Samantha believes the best vacations start with having the right information and someone you trust to guide you. She provides honest recommendations based on each family’s needs, priorities, and budget, helping clients understand their options without feeling pressured or overwhelmed. Whether it’s choosing the right Disney resort, deciding which Universal tickets make sense, or finding the perfect cruise ship and itinerary, Samantha helps her clients make informed decisions and feel confident about their vacation from start to finish.
What Sets Samantha Apart
What sets Samantha apart is the level of personal attention she brings to every vacation she plans. She approaches each trip as if she were planning it for her own family, staying organized, keeping clients informed, responding quickly, and paying attention to the little details that can make a big difference. With firsthand experience traveling to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and on cruises with her own family, Samantha understands both the excitement and the challenges of family travel. Her clients can feel confident knowing they have someone in their corner from the first conversation until they return home.
What continues to make travel advising so rewarding for Samantha is knowing that she gets to play a small part in creating memories that families will carry with them for years to come. She loves seeing the excitement when a trip is officially booked, receiving photos and messages while clients are traveling, and hearing all about their favorite moments when they return home. Helping families experience the same joy she feels while traveling with her own family is what makes travel advising so special to her.
Accessible and special needs travel
- Mobility and wheelchair access
- Disability Access Service and park accessibility
- Sensory needs and neurodivergence
- Dietary restrictions and food allergies
- Medical needs and equipment
What clients say
“We love working with Sam when we plan our trip to Disney. Sam is on top of everything from when to book your flights to planning for your Disney dining experiences. Sam also plans from deep experience with her own family and provides plenty of tips so you can get the most out of your own family trips. If it's your first time, Sam will be there the whole way through ensuring that you and your family feel comfortable and prepared to take on the parks.”
Jess B.
“Sam was prompt, organized, and extremely knowledgeable about Disney. She was very helpful in all aspects of planning our trip. I felt comfortable asking questions whenever needed and Sam was always quick to reply with accurate information. When we plan our next Disney trip, Sam will be our person!”
Heather C.
“I booked many trips with Sam DiPace and she is beyond exceptional. My son has food allergies and she has always gone above and beyond to make sure cruiselines and Disney were aware and given me the best information on how to make his and our trip more magical!”
Jenn L.
Specialties
- Ocean Cruises
- Family Travel
- Multi-Generational Travel
- Walt Disney World
- Disneyland
- Disney Cruise Line
- Universal Orlando
- Accessible Travel
- Milestone & Bucket List
- Food & Wine
Supplier Training
- Sandals
- Celebrity
- Disney College of Knowledge
- Universal Orlando
- Royal Caribbean
- Travel Insured
- Disney Cruise Line
Countries Visited
- Bahamas
- Jamaica
- Mexico
Cruise Lines Sailed
- Royal Caribbean
Dream Destination
Always, Walt Disney World!
Languages
- English