My Disney story begins with one of my very first childhood memories. I was three years old, waking up on an airplane to bright sunshine and a bowl of Raisin Bran, with the absolute certainty that I was headed to Disneyland. Even then, it felt magical—and honestly, it still does.

Over the years, Disney has become woven into the most meaningful milestones of my life. Movies, merch, and music were a part of my every day during my childhood; while my late-teens is where my number one love became the parks. In my adulthood I got engaged at Disneyland, celebrated my bachelorette party there, announced my first pregnancy there, and revealed my second child’s gender with Disney magic. My kids even ended up with Disney‑esque names—not intentionally, it just somehow worked out that way.

My love of Disney pairs perfectly with my professional background. I earned a degree in Hospitality Business Management from Washington State University and built my career in weddings and events, where guest experience, timelines, logistics, and attention to detail are everything. Planning Disney vacations requires the exact same skill set—just with fireworks at the end of the night!

More than a dozen years ago, friends started coming to me with Disneyland questions. That quickly turned into a Google Doc full of tips, tricks, and ride strategies. Over time, it evolved into a 20‑page Canva presentation that I’ve sent to countless friends—totally for free—because I genuinely love helping people experience Disney better.

Those trips add up to 24 Disney vacations total, including 19 trips to Disneyland, 4 to Walt Disney World, and 1 to Disneyland Paris, with 18 trips taken alongside different groups of people. I’ve planned Disney for first‑timers, park pros, families with kids, adults-only trips, pregnant women, groups of 20+, and everything in between.

Disneyland is my home park. Living near Seattle makes it an easy flight, but it’s also the only park Walt Disney himself walked through, which is a special kind of magical feeling—and it packs an incredible number of attractions into a very efficient footprint. I’m a ride-girly through and through, and I’m always happy to stack rides if that’s your goal.

I’m also known among my friends—and my Instagram followers—for rating Disney food and beverage during my trips. I occasionally rate hotels and rides, too, because great vacations are about more than just what you do—they’re about what you eat, where you stay, and how it all feels together.

Next up on my Disney journey: my first Disney Cruise in July 2027 aboard the Disney Destiny, and I cannot wait to add cruising to my planning expertise.

What sets me apart is the blend of hospitality training, real-world event planning, and lived Disney experience. I don’t just plan trips—I curate experiences that are thoughtful, efficient, flexible, and full of joy. Whether it’s your first Disney vacation or your next big return, I’m here to help you experience it the Mallory way.

We are so happy to have Mallory on our team! Follow her at @magicwithmallory and email her at mbailey@conciears.com.