Beau Mallard - Travel Genie
My Travel Specialties:
Traveling with Toddlers, Dining Reservations, Lightning Lanes, Rope-Drop strategies
My Favorite Suppliers:
Disney Experiences, Universal Destinations & Experiences
My Favorite Destinations:
Walt Disney World, Disneyland, Disneyland Paris, Universal Orlando, Universal Studios Hollywood
My Dream Destination:
Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea
Favorite Travel Memory:
When we brought our 2 year old to Walt Disney World for his first visit in February 2026, we weren't sure what to expect. We had a solid A+ gameplan, a decent backup, too many diapers and were ready for anything. I knew we were only going to be able to do what worked for his experience. Overstimulation was our only focus...
Though I did have one selfish request: I wanted to ride Dumbo with him. That was the one where I wanted him right next to me. The ultimate "Disney commercial" moment. It was quiet, over before I knew it, but as we went up and down, I never once took my eyes out of that ride vehicle, not even to look toward the castle. I made sure to soak in each and every detail of his amazed face.
Disney Travel Advice:
"Here You Leave Today And Enter The World Of Yesterday, Tomorrow And Fantasy"
The famous sign you see upon entering Disneyland and Magic Kingdom is a great piece of advice that I like to carry with me into every Disney experience I'm fortunate enough to enjoy. When you're in a Disney Park, you should let go of your life outside. Be present. Embrace the magic.
My Favorite Travel Tip:
If you know you'll be bringing souvenirs home or more likely you've told yourself you'll be good this time, leave space in your luggage for items from the gift shop.
Pro Tip: If you get a lightsaber with a blade, you'll have to ship it home, but the hilt by itself should fit in most carry-ons.
Why should you book your vacation with me?
What was always a great interest became a near-obsession that absolutely exploded in the last several years as I inched toward fatherhood. Priorities shifted and I further embraced the things that always made me happiest growing up. The Joy of visiting Disney parks has always been there for me. My earliest memories are of the musty, swampy animatronic Dinosaurs on the old "Universe of Energy" attraction back when the Golf Ball park was called "Epcot CENTER". Figment has always seemed to really come from my own imagination. At least it felt that way. And that's what Disney is all about: Feelings.
I want to help you turn your dream trip into everything you imagined it could be. Whether you're a "Disney Adult" or you're a first-timer, I can help set you up with everything you need to know. It can be a relaxing stay, a jam-packed itinerary or something in-between. Let's Make some Magic.