Richmond, RI
Hello. I’m Melissa Chalek, your mouse expert and travel concierge from the tiny state of Rhode Island. I have been planning vacations and assisting clients as a part of the Curated Travel Collection/The Mouse Experts since 2017.
I was seven when I made my first trip to a Disney park, visiting Disneyland® Resort in California with my family. Since then, I have visited Disneyland® Resort close to a dozen times and Walt Disney World® Resort in Florida over fifty times. My favorite parts of a Disney vacation are riding rides, taking behind-the-scenes tours, and checking out the recreational activities at the various hotels. I love helping my clients get both the traditional experiences, like the rides, and discover new opportunities that may not know exist!
While I’ve been a Disney parks lover all of my life, as I’ve aged, I’ve begun expanding my horizons – literally. Animals and nature have long been a passion of mine, and as a marine biologist and environmental planner, I love the idea of integrating sustainability and eco-consciousness into travel. For clients who want to explore the world but limit the footprint of their travels, I’m here to help! Whether that’s exploring the jungles of Costa Rica, swimming with whale sharks on UnCruise, or simply learning about conservation at a SeaWorld park, I love feeling connected to nature while traveling and helping my clients do the same!