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Katy Thompson

Travel Agent / Founder / CEO
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Katy Thompson

Travel Agent / Founder / CEO
I’m a military wife and mother of four that loves to travel! As the owner of Gallivanters Vacations I want to take the stress out of your adventures, whether it be your dream vacation, traveling for summer sports or anything in between. I grew up traveling and have been to several destinations with so many more on my list. I continue to travel not only for my passion, but to help grow my knowledge to help people like you! I would love to exceed your expectations with your perfect vacation starting with a phone call to understand what’s most important to you about your trip. Email me and let’s set up the best time for a call to start your gallivanting!

Amelia Young

Independent Travel Agent - CLICK TO CONTACT
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Amelia Young

Independent Travel Agent - CLICK TO CONTACT
Hello Everyone! I have always loved traveling! I am a mom and I am married to my college sweetheart! Other than traveling, my hobbies include reading and camping in my camper! Whether it is close to home or far away I am always down for an adventure! With me also being a teacher, being a travel agent lets me bring my planning and organizational skills to life in a fun and exciting way! I love helping others plan the vacation of their dreams without having to worry about anything! I have ALWAYS loved Disney and the magic it brings to families! You can either be a small child or a grown adult and there is still magic for everyone! Even though I have a true passion for Disney I have traveled to many other places! I have traveled to Cancun, Haiti, New York City, Las Vegas, Miami, Washington DC, Branson, Universal Studios, and various beaches in Florida. My travel bucket list is never ending! I would love to help you book your next trip! Let's go gallivanting!

Claudia Guntharp

Independent Travel Agent - CLICK TO CONTACT
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Claudia Guntharp

Independent Travel Agent - CLICK TO CONTACT
I was born and spent my childhood in Fort Walton Beach/Destin, Florida before moving to Arkansas as an Air Force kid. Disney and the beach have always been some of my very favorite vacation destinations. I am married to Steve and we have two girls. When we got married and started a family my husband and I knew that we wanted our girls to be well rounded travelers! We have been across the pond to London, Liverpool (husband loves everything about The Beatles), and a couple of other villages in the London area. We have seen lots of national parks and national monuments. We've traveled to Yellowstone, Grand Tetons, Mt. Rushmore, Devils Tower, Wind Cave, Grand Canyon, Gateway Arch, The Great Smoky Mountains, Indiana Dunes, The Great Sand Dunes… I could keep going! In 2023, we visited Springfield, Missouri where we were awarded the National Flag at the Abraham Lincoln burial site. It is a random pick every Tuesday evening when they do their gun salute and lowering of the flag. We’ve also visited Colorado, Arizona, Washington D.C, Chicago, Reno, Las Vegas, and also spent some time in Kentucky, as well as many other states in the U.S. My husband was a History minor in college. So, his love of history has taken us on quite a few vacations! Travel is a huge part of our family. I would love to share some travel stories and help plan adventures for your family as well!

Emily Regner

Independent Travel Agent - CLICK TO CONTACT
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Emily Regner

Independent Travel Agent - CLICK TO CONTACT
I was born and raised in upstate New York, and spent a lot of time traveling the east coast during childhood. I then married my wonderful husband who is active duty and we are currently living in our 6th state! We have been to Mississippi, Florida, Alaska, Maryland, Mississippi for a second time, and now Colorado! When we lived in Florida, we were Disney World Annual Passholders, which was an amazing experience to really know in depth the ins and outs of Disney World! I love to plan, organize, and travel outside of my full time career as an occupational therapist! I am excited to help others book the vacation of their dreams!

Ramona Mason

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Ramona Mason

Independent Travel Agent - CLICK TO CONTACT
I'm your go-to travel agent with a passion for adventure and a lifetime of travel experiences to share! As a proud military spouse and Coast Guard veteran with almost 21 years of service, I’ve had the privilege of exploring the world— from Alaska’s stunning landscapes to the tropical allure of Guam, Costa Rica, Thailand, and beyond. Growing up in Germany, I developed an early love for travel, hopping across Europe, and soaking in the diverse cultures that shaped my wanderlust. Fast forward to today, my husband, our two kids, and I make travel a top priority. From family vacations to Universal Studios (both coasts!), Spring Training in Arizona, and Atlantis in Nassau, we’ve built a treasure trove of unforgettable memories. But what truly excites me is cruising! I’ve become an expert in comparing different ships, cabins, and amenities to make sure you and your family get the best experience possible on the high seas. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing getaway or an action-packed adventure, I’m here to make your vacation dreams come true—just like I’ve done for my own family. Let’s plan your next getaway, and I’ll ensure it’s smooth sailing all the way!

Megan McDavitt

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Megan McDavitt

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Hey y'all! My name is Megan. I was born and raised in Louisiana and am a good ole southern girl. I am married to an amazing guy who is active duty military. Because of my husband, I got to live the first 2 1/2 years of our marriage in Tokyo, Japan. We then went on to live in Oklahoma, Louisiana, and now Illinois. I have 2 amazing boys. My youngest son is on the Autism spectrum . As a family, we enjoy cruising, going to Disney, Universal Studios, and other destinations. Through our travels, I have become very knowledgeable on traveling with a family member with Special Needs and traveling to Universal and Disney. I have over 4 years of experience as a Travel Advisor in the civilian world and one year in the military world. During my time as a Travel Advisor I have LOVED helping people plan their dream trips. One thing my time as a military spouse has taught me is that one the most precious things we have in this world are the memories that we have with our loved ones. I make it my mission to give my clients their dream trips! I hope that I can help you plan your dream vacation.

Melinda Finley

Independent Travel Agent - CLICK TO CONTACT
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Melinda Finley

Independent Travel Agent - CLICK TO CONTACT
Hi everyone! I’m so excited to share my love of travel with you. I’ve always loved a good road trip—but with four kids, two full-time jobs, and a husband who’s a teacher and coach (and if you’ve heard anything about teacher salaries, you know there wasn’t much left for travel), big adventures weren’t always in the budget. We made the most of local destinations, and while they were wonderful, after a while I found myself yearning to see more of the world. Mountains and God’s creations have always had my heart, though I’ll never turn down a good beach now and then. Professionally, I’ve spent nearly 20 years as an Engineering Manager at one of the world’s largest defense contractors. The physics nerd in me is still in awe of the designs, technology, and constant evolution—it’s been a career I’ve truly loved. Now the kids have flown the nest, my husband has traded his whistle for golf clubs, and it’s just me working. I finally convinced him to cross “the big pond” for over two weeks—and wow, Europe with an added Mediterranean cruise was heaven! My best secret is Canada and the Pacific Northwest. The beauty is unreal and simply beyond words. If I had to choose anywhere in the world, it would be the Canadian Rockies—you have to go. (And if you want help planning it, I’ve got you covered!) So why did I become a travel agent? As retirement approaches, I knew I needed a way to fund my travel habit—and what better way than helping others experience the incredible sights, cultures, and moments this world has to offer? I love hearing about my clients’ trips—what they loved, what they didn’t, and how I could make the next one even better. Coming from a quality background, I live by RCCA—Root Cause & Corrective Action. If something didn’t go perfectly, I want to know why and how to improve it. Your experience helps shape not only better trips for future clients, but maybe even my next adventure. So give me a call, send an email, or shoot me a text. Let’s start planning your next unforgettable journey.
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Katy dealt with changing plans the night before we left, to changing everything back, (twice) after all of our issues with United Airlines. Katy’s pro tips helped us to do everything we wanted and more in 3.5 days. If you are thinking about traveling, I highly recommend her services!

Liz
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Thank you for your help guidance. Every single thing you arranged for us has went smooth.

Sandy H.
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Katy, I want to thank you for helping me spend a wonderful time with my beautiful daughter and family. Thanks for your patience, consideration on this cruise in honor of my mother.

Michael B.
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Many thanks to Katy Thompson for making our Cruise dreams come true! Next up – Alaska? Disney? We’ll have to see!

Kim B.
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Thank you, Katy Thompson for helping us find our perfect honeymoon destination!

Rachel G.
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We are back from Orlando and Dax has repeatedly said that this was the best vacation he’s been on. One of my favorite people of all times – Katy Thompson – listened to what we wanted to do, and what we didn’t care about and planned the best vacation ever.

Liz E.