Mel Dabbs, Travel Agent in Raleigh, NC

Mel Dabbs

Raleigh, NC Travel Agent

Mel Dabbs

Raleigh, NC · 3 Years of Experience

Travelmation LLC, an independent agent with Travelmation, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(10)
100% Recommended
Mel didn’t just plan a trip—she architected an experience. From the moment we landed in Ireland, everything flowed. Transportation, timing, lodging, and local touches all felt intentional... Read More >
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Areas of expertise

Destinations:

Lagos, Freetown, Disneyland, Walt Disney World

Interests:

Accessible Travel, Disney Vacations, Family Vacations, Special Needs, Universal Parks & Resort Vacations

Suppliers:

Disney, Disney Cruise Line, Princess Cruises®, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, Royal Caribbean

About Me

Disney Vacations and Accessible Travel Specialist

I have been traveling internationally since I was 4 years old, and have been to 20 different countries on 4 different continents. But by far my favorite place to travel is Walt Disney World. Planning Disney World vacations has been one of my passions since my first trip to Disney--on my honeymoon.

Whatever travel you are looking for--cruising, honeymoons, or even a one night hotel stay--I would love to discuss your needs and desires. I believe vacations should be completely customized to each person and that every member of your party has something to enjoy. I particularly love booking: 

  • Accessible Travel
  • Travel for clients with special needs
  • Adoptive Family Travel
  • Travel for Deaf and Hard of Hearing clients
  • Travel for families on a budget

 

As a special needs and adoptive mom, I know travel can be overwhelming when there are so many unknowns. That's why I would love to take some of the burden away and help you plan your perfect vacation. 

And best of all, my services are always provided at no cost to you! 

Additional Languages
American Sign Language (ASL)

REVIEWS

Rating: 5.0
10 reviews
100% Recommended
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Luxury Experience Without the Luxury Price—Mel Made Ireland a lifetime memory!!!
Reviewed By CarpeDiemLove - Durham, NC | Traveled to Ireland | Europe
Mel didn’t just plan a trip—she architected an experience. From the moment we landed in Ireland, everything flowed. Transportation, timing, lodging, and local touches all felt intentional without ever feeling over-scripted. It gave us the rare gift of travel: presence. No scrambling, no second-guessing—just space to actually enjoy where we were and who we were with. What stood out most was how she balanced structure and freedom. The backbone was strong, but there was room to breathe, explore, and follow what unfolded naturally. That’s not easy to pull off—and she did it beautifully. And here’s the part that genuinely surprised me: it was incredibly budget-friendly without sacrificing depth or quality. In fact, it felt more authentic and meaningful than any overpriced, packaged tour. We weren’t just seeing Ireland—we were experiencing it. She also anticipated needs before they became problems. When travel hiccups popped up (as they always do), we already had solutions in hand. That level of foresight builds trust quickly. If you want a trip where you can fully arrive—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally—Mel is the person. She doesn’t just plan logistics. She creates capacity for the experience itself. Bottom line: Mel delivers richness without excess—an experience that feels both grounded and extraordinary.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Disney Done Right—Thanks to Mel!
Reviewed By KarenC241 - Raleigh, NC | Traveled to Walt Disney World | Florida | USA
Mel was absolutely fantastic to work with while planning our Disney World trip. She was incredibly knowledgeable and offered thoughtful advice and suggestions that made a huge difference in our experience. She took care of booking all of our dining reservations and Lightning Lane passes, even getting up early to secure times that I would have completely missed due to my work schedule. That alone removed so much stress. Throughout the process, she kept us on track with helpful reminders and provided clear, useful information so we could make the best decisions for our family. Everything felt organized and manageable thanks to her. I truly can’t recommend Mel enough—she made our trip smoother, more enjoyable, and far less overwhelming.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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amazing trip best travel agent ever
Reviewed By Mel is the best - Virginia | Traveled to Belize City | Belize | Central America
Mel did an outstanding job with our trip. She is the best travel agent I have ever had. The trip was so wonderful and Mel made everything so easy she helped get us pre checked in and wow was that ever a great idea. The checkin for the boat with the app( Mel helped with that too) was so easy. I will be using Mel for our next cruise. Mel is simply the best!!!!! Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Our trip was wonderful and I feel like we got more than we paid for. I could not be happier.
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Worry free booking - amazing Vacation!
Reviewed By Kim - Raleigh, NC | Traveled to Caribbean
This was our first trip coordinating with friends and Mel was the icing on the cake! She communicated with us só effortlessly in helping us decide on a cruise and Mae the whole process hassle free. Top notch customer service! We also ended up finding our new favorite cruise line thanks to Mel! We appreciate you!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Wonderful first experience with an agent!
Reviewed By EmilyN - Candler, NC | Traveled to Caribbean Sea | At Sea | At Sea
Mel was patient with us as we brainstormed options for a cruise with friends. This was our first time using an agent so I wasn’t sure what to expect but now I wish I had Mel planning every other aspect of my life because she was patient and comprehensive with this process. I will most definitely be giving her a call for our next vacation!
I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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My Places

When it comes to travel planning, real-world experience makes a huge difference. Check out the map below to see all the places I have personally visited or booked for my clients. I know these destinations well and can give you reliable guidance.

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