Melissa Hayes
Forked River, New Jersey Travel Agent
Magical Moments Vacations, an independent agent with Magical Moments Vacations, OH, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
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Disney World Destination Specialist
I’ve lived at the Jersey Shore my entire life, and I love exploring my hometown and everything else the world has to offer! I’ve been visiting Disney World annually for most of my life as well, and I’ve been to all of their resorts and have a deep understanding of Disney’s parks and offerings.
I originally booked my own family vacations and loved watching everything come together perfectly. The entire booking process has always been exciting for me, and I really enjoy going over the fine details and adding great extras to make the trip complete. After booking countless trips with my family over the years, I decided it was time to become a professional travel agent!
I specialize in Disney World vacations, cruises, and resort stays for families and groups of all ages. I love creating personalized itineraries for my clients and helping them have magical experiences together, and I have years of experience bringing dream vacations to life!
I have an insider's knowledge of Disney World and the surrounding area, and I’ll help you prepare a stress-free vacation that goes at your own desired pace. I understand the common concerns parents face when bringing their kids and family to such a large park, but I know how to make everything relaxing and fun at all times!I’ll help you avoid the lines and have time to do everything you want on your next vacation. Some of my services include:
- Completely customized bookings
- Dinner and event reservations
- Itinerary planning and optimization
- 24/7 support and assistance
- Personalized recommendations
- And more!
I’ll also orchestrate special meals and character meetings to provide you with a trip you’ll never forget. I know how to maximize your time at Disney World, and I’ll make sure you never get overwhelmed regardless of the size of your group. I'll simplify everything about traveling so you can explore with confidence and enjoy every moment of your trip.
I have a lifelong passion for travel and adventure, and I'm ready to book your next dream vacation today!
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Amazing Family Vacation!
Reviewed By Laura C - River Edge, NJ | Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean
She was an excellent travel agent! She was receptive to our needs and made sure she did everything she could to make this a memorable vacation for our family! I would recommend Melissa to anyone looking to plan a vacation!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
8 of 12 people found this review helpful
The best trip ever!
Reviewed By Danielle - Forked River, NjJ | Traveled to Montego Bay ~ Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Melissa was so incredibly helpful from the beginning of the planning process to the end of our trip. This was my first time using a travel agent and she made it very clear why I will never again go without. Amid the pandemic, Melissa made it so easy with the specifics of exactly what we needed to do prior to leaving to make sure we were safely traveling within all of the protocols. As someone can imagine, traveling while a pandemic was going on was very unique to say the least. Any question I had she answered with ease quickly and effectively. My husband and I were able to relax knowing Melissa's impeccable work ethic covered all angles. Even while on vacation, whenever I had a question Melissa was a text away. It was truly a joy to work with her, she is friendly, professional and well informed. We cannot wait to work with Melissa again, and are so appreciative of all she did for us!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
Wonderful family trip with no worries
Reviewed By Alyssajr - Kinnelon, nj | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Melissa was helpful, knowledgeable, and beyond sweet to work with. She went out of her way to help make sure our trip was perfect.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 of 11 people found this review helpful
Best Trip Ever
Reviewed By Lauren - Levittown, PA | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Melissa was simply amazing. She was very tentative to all our needs for the trip and was extremely responsive to any questions we had. We will 100% book with Melissa again when traveling back to Disney.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
Best Disney trip ever!!
Reviewed By Chelsey - Lanoka harbor, New Jersey | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Melissa was amazing to work with! Traveling with a large group of 24 to Disney seemed near impossible, but Melissa made it so easy and planned everything perfectly. We had such an amazing time. The entire trip everyone kept saying how smoothly everything was running, and that’s all because of Melissa! She’s the best!!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
8 of 14 people found this review helpful
Loved working with Melissa!
Reviewed By Brooke - Bucyrus, Ohio | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Melissa was great to work with!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
5 of 8 people found this review helpful
A travel agent thats is like family.
Reviewed By P Family - Merced Ca | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Melissa was amazing. She truly felt like family. Even while on the trip I could ask questions and she was right there to help.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
9 of 16 people found this review helpful
The Best Greece Trip!
Reviewed By Jill & Mike - Saint James, NY | Traveled to Greece ~ Europe
Melissa is amazing! She planned the best 10 day trip for my boyfriend and I. She was even there to help the second we needed her while we were away. We had the best mix of excisions, adventure and relaxation. I could not recommend her enough, and cannot wait for her to plan our next trip!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Magic is in the air!
Reviewed By Jo - Manahawkin NJ | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Melissa was very efficient and responded immediately to any concerns I had.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Amazing Getaway!
Reviewed By Stephanie - Fullerton, CA | Traveled to Castaway Cay ~ Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Melissa was wonderful! She answered all of my questions in a timely manner, made reservations, sent reminders, checked in with us frequently, and made our trip extra special! I would definitely recommend choosing Melissa!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Amazing family cruise!
Reviewed By Lisa - Brick, NJ | Traveled to Caribbean Sea ~ At Sea ~ At Sea
Melissa is the BEST travel agent! Day or night she was available to answer our questions and made sure we had the absolute best vacation. We look forward to working with her for all of our family trips!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Melissa Hayes responded:
Thanks so much, Lisa! It was a pleasure working with your family. Can’t wait to plan another one!
Thanks so much, Lisa! It was a pleasure working with your family. Can’t wait to plan another one!
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
The most amazing trip!
Reviewed By Jen - Barnegat, NJ | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Melissa made this last trip such an amazing one! It was the first time bringing the kids out of the country and she was able to answer all my questions! We had to make a change to our reservation a few mo the before and she made it seem less!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Our “Bucket List Trip” was the best!!
Reviewed By Donna and Ed - Barnegat, NJ | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Melissa is the best travel agent we have ever worked with! She was always quick to respond to questions!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
A Trip of a Lifetime!
Reviewed By Mer Cap - Barnegat, NJ | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Melissa was so accommodating and available for questions. She provided answers quickly and efficiently. She made sure we had the best and most current deals. Melissa informed us of any changes made by Princess and reminded us to fill out the forms needed for Canada. She is thoughtful and generous providing us with a Balcony Breakfast as a gift. Melissa goes above and beyond! We couldn’t ask for a better travel agent!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Finally Alaska
Reviewed By Loves to travel - Barnegat NJ | Traveled to Alaska ~ USA
Had to reschedule this trip 3 times. Couldn’t have done it without Melissa.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Best cruise vacation ever!
Reviewed By Laura C - River Edge, NJ | Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Melissa was amazing to work with! From the pre-planning process, through the booking and reservation process, she was professional and incredibly easy to work with! Our vacation was AMAZING because of her and I will most definitely encourage my friends and family to book future vacations with her!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Great Trip!
Reviewed By Allyson - Manahawkin, NJ | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Very knowledgeable and helpful
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Great family trip!
Reviewed By MomMom - Manahawkin | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Melissa Hayes was wonderful to work with planning our Disney vacation.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Dream Vacation
Reviewed By Renee - Bucyrus, Ohio | Traveled to Nassau ~ Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Melissa was easy to work with. She was very responsive and knowledgeable.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
Why still use a travel agent answered
Reviewed By Disney Dad - Forked River, NJ | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
Outstanding experience. Melissa took care of everything and then some. She was extremely responsive. Why do all the work yourself using on-line services where you can only chat or call a 800 number to get help. Melissa was readily available before, during and after our trip to assist with any issue related to the trip. She took all of the hassle out of traveling with a large family.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Disney 2020!
Reviewed By Brooke - Bucyrus, OH | Traveled to Florida ~ USA
We had an excellent experience with Melissa. She responds very quickly, and is so helpful with adding any input that could help our trip be better. She made all of our dining reservations, as well as our fastpasses. I just had to tell her what we wanted, and she made it happen. I would definitely recommend her, and will happily use her again!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
6 of 12 people found this review helpful
Exceeded expectations!
Reviewed By Stephanie Arnold - Encinitas, California | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
We are so happy we chose to work with Melissa for our trip to Disney World. I was very overwhelmed going into but Melissa totally got what we wanted to do and took so much stress off of the planning for me. She was able to get us the best deal on our stay and figure out how to work out to our benefit our tickets since my sister is a Florida resident. Melissa was quick to get back to me on any questions as well as recommend a few other details I wouldn't have thought of - like a meal plan. Again - we are SO happy we chose to work with her and I have been recommending her to anyone that asks about our trip.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
7 of 14 people found this review helpful
Melissa made the trip a dream!!
Reviewed By L - Barnegat, NJ | Traveled to Walt Disney World ~ Florida ~ USA
She was very knowledgeable, extremely helpful, easily available to contact. Great agent!!!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
5 of 11 people found this review helpful
Would go back 100 more times!
Reviewed By Melissa R - Barnegat, NJ | Traveled to Jamaica ~ Caribbean
Melissa was amazing from start to finish, she already started helping us plan our next vacation! ??
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
8 of 19 people found this review helpful
Super easy thanks to our travel agent!
Reviewed By Jen - Barnegat, NJ | Traveled to Bahamas ~ Caribbean
Typically I book vacations on my own, however, Melissa made the process so,so easy! We truly appreciated her help in ensuring we got exactly what we needed as far as room, accommodations, etc. the packet she provided before the trip was really helpful as well!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
5 of 13 people found this review helpful
Accio Vacation!
Reviewed By Melissa C. - Raritan, NJ | Traveled to Orlando ~ Florida ~ USA
Working with Melissa to plan my trip to Universal Studios in Orlando was a great experience! She takes the time to make sure your vacation fits all of your expectations from pricing to activities and more. Countless personal touches made the whole experience effortless and fun. This was an incredible trip for me and checked a big box on my bucketlist. I'm 36, have no kids and a husband who let me indulge in my Harry Potter glory with this vacay. I'm very grateful to Melissa for helping make my trip to Hogwarts a reality!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends
2 of 11 people found this review helpful