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Melissa Kleinschmidt
Lynbrook, NY Travel Agent· 9 Years of Experience
Melissa Kleinschmidt - Dream Vacations, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(20)
100% Recommended
Melissa has planned several of our vacations and she is always informative and available to answer any questions that I have. When we were away during... Read More >
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
At Sea, Caribbean, Europe, USA, ItalyInterests:
All Inclusive, Cruises, Disney Vacations, Transatlantic, AdventureSuppliers:
Royal Caribbean, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Virgin Voyages, Disney Cruise Line, Inclusive Collection – World of HyattAbout Me
Travel Advisor w/ Firsthand Destination Experience
I specialize in helping couples, families, and multigenerational groups plan Royal Caribbean vacations, from choosing the right ship and itinerary to selecting the best stateroom and navigating all the details that come with planning a cruise. Royal Caribbean offers very different experiences across its fleet, and I help my clients understand those differences so they can choose the vacation that is truly the best fit for them.
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
At Sea, Caribbean, Europe, USA, ItalyInterests:
All Inclusive, Cruises, Disney Vacations, Transatlantic, AdventureSuppliers:
Royal Caribbean, Sandals and Beaches Resorts, Virgin Voyages, Disney Cruise Line, Inclusive Collection – World of HyattMy Travel Specialties
Trusted Expert Travel Advisor & Vacation Planner
▶Trusted Expert Travel Advisor & Vacation Planner
Hi, I'm Melissa Kleinschmidt, a Dream Vacations Franchise Owner and full-time Travel Advisor in my 9th year of helping families, couples, groups, and multigenerational travelers plan vacations around the world. I have planned thousands of vacations and specialize in Disney vacations, Universal Or...Read More ▶
Travel Advisor with Firsthand Destination Experien
▶Travel Advisor with Firsthand Destination Experien
Expertise Overview
I specialize in personalized vacation planning for destinations around the world, including cruises, the Caribbean, Mexico, Europe, Disney destinations, Universal Orlando, Hawaii, Alaska, and all-inclusive resorts. I continually invest in firsthand trave...Read More ▶
Disney Destinations Expert
▶Disney Destinations Expert
As a Disney Destinations specialist, I help families, couples, and Disney fans create magical vacations with personalized planning, insider tips, and firsthand experience. From Walt Disney World and Disneyland to Disney Cruise Line vacations, I stay actively involved in training, continuing edu...Read More ▶
Sandals & Beaches Resort Specialist
▶Sandals & Beaches Resort Specialist
As a Sandals & Beaches Resort Specialist, I help couples and families plan unforgettable all-inclusive vacations with firsthand experience, insider knowledge, and personalized service. I believe the best recommendations come from personally experiencing the destinations I sell, which is why I con...Read More ▶
Royal Caribbean Cruise Specialist
▶Royal Caribbean Cruise Specialist
Choosing a Royal Caribbean cruise is about much more than picking a ship and a date. With so many ships, itineraries, stateroom categories, dining options, entertainment, activities, and destinations to choose from, knowing what will work best for your family can quickly become overwhelming.That ...Read More ▶
REVIEWS
Rating: 5.0
20 reviews
100% Recommended
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Always Amazing!
Reviewed By Tmallia4 - Long Island, NY | Traveled to Turks and Caicos Islands | Caribbean
Melissa has planned several of our vacations and she is always informative and available to answer any questions that I have. When we were away during the huge storm in January of 2026, and before we were notified that flights would be canceled, she reached out to me right away and suggested that I book additional return flights just in case. Thankfully I did because if I had waited until my original flights were canceled, I would have been out of luck. She is truly amazing and extremely detail-oriented. I've recommended her to others and will continue to work with her on future trips!
Melissa Kleinschmidt responded
"Thank you so much for such a thoughtful review! It truly means a lot to me. I always enjoy working with you and your family, and I’m so grateful for the trust you have placed in me over the years. Your continued support, kind words, and referrals mean more than you know.
It’s my pleasure helping you make wonderful memories together, and I look forward to many more vacations to come!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Birthday trip
Reviewed By Henshawfamily - Wantagh, ny | Traveled to Turks and Caicos Islands | Caribbean
Our family of 4 traveled for our daughter’s 16th birthday. Our younger daughter is 11.
Beaches was a perfect for us.
This trip changed what it looked like from its intitial stages of planning. Melissa made sure that we had the right fit for what our family needed. She talked me off the ledge of poor reviews and guided me in the right direction. Vacation is what you make of it. Sometimes there are bumps, but you’re on vacation! Enjoy it!!
Overall, Turks was absolutely gorgeous! Highly recommended.
Melissa Kleinschmidt responded
"Thank you so much for the wonderful review. I loved helping your family plan such a special Sweet 16 celebration! Your trip definitely evolved along the way, and I’m so glad we were able to find the right fit for your family at Beaches Turks & Caicos.
Turks & Caicos really is gorgeous, and I love your perspective that vacation is what you make of it. Thank you for trusting me with such a special family vacation. I hope you made amazing memories celebrating your daughter’s 16th birthday!
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✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Universal Orlando
Reviewed By LIFER - NY | Traveled to Universal Orlando | Florida | USA
It was overwhelming looking into all of the different hotels and packages that Universal Orlando offers. Melissa swooped in to the rescue. With her first hand knowledge of all the resorts and packages she made my decision super easy. And then she handled everything! I love that for me lol!
Melissa Kleinschmidt responded
"Thank you so much for the wonderful review! Universal Orlando can definitely feel overwhelming with so many resorts, ticket options, and packages to choose from. I’m so glad I was able to make the planning easy for you and take care of all the details. I’m so excited for you. You’re going to have an amazing trip!"
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Amazing Alaska Cruise
Reviewed By Bonnie - Long Beach, NY | Traveled to Alaska | USA
Virgin Voyages Alaska Cruise Vacation | Brilliant Lady
“The Virgin Voyages Brilliant Lady cruise ship was absolutely incredible. Everything was so thoughtfully designed and beautifully done, from the restaurants and lounges to all the different venues and spaces throughout the ship. The food was terrific and the staff was amazing, and the service was consistently wonderful. The breathtaking Alaskan views ,glaciers, mountains, and incredible surroundings were truly unforgettable. Most importantly, I had an amazing time and came home feeling like this was a trip I’ll always remember. Thank you for arranging such a wonderful vacation and making the whole experience so enjoyable. I would recommend this cruise and especially Melissa's services to anyone looking for a fantastic vacation. Bonnie Warstadt”
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Melissa Planned the most magical Disney vacation for us!
Reviewed By Valerie - West Islip, NY | Traveled to Disneyland | California | USA
Melissa helped us plan the most perfect Disney trip vacation for my family and parents! She helped us with the whole process from booking a hotel, setting up an itinerary, and teaching me the essential things to know about Disney. We loved our resort and the places that Melissa recommended for dinner. We couldn’t be happier! Thank you!
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Certifications & Awards

AmaWaterways Specialist
AMResorts Master Agent

Celebrity Learning Certification

Globus family of brands Specialist

Holland America Line Academy Specialist

NCL University - PHD Degree

Pleasant Premier Ambassador

Princess Commodore Certified

Royal Caribbean University - Master of Adventure
Seabourn Academy Graduate

Seacademy - Violet Certification
TRACKS (Rocky Mountaineer Specialist)

Viking Expeditions Expert

Viking Expert

Viking Oceans Expert

Viking Rivers Expert
Windstar Star Specialist

World Azamara Academy

Regent Seven Seas Luxury Cruise Expert
Disney College of Knowledge Certified for 9 years
Certified First Mate | Virgin Voyages
Careers on Vacation Certified Travel Advisor
ALGVPRO Travel Advisor Specialist Program
Norwegian Cruise Line Master's Degree
Top Disney Destinations Producer
Royal Caribbean Masters of Adventure
Certified Sandals & Beaches Specialist
Certified Beaches & Sandals Elite Advisor
Disney Destinations Certified
Princess Cruise Line Commodore
Atlantis Ambassador
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.
My Most Booked Destinations
- USA: 46 bookings
- Florida: 30 bookings
- Caribbean: 25 bookings
- Europe: 20 bookings
- Italy: 16 bookings
Destinations I've Visited
- USA: 46 trips
- Florida: 30 trips
- Caribbean: 25 trips
- Europe: 20 trips
- Italy: 16 trips
My Photo Albums and Videos
What It’s Really Like at Dreams Macao Beach Resort
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My Cruise Aboard Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Sea
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Disney Adventures
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My First Time at Sandals Saint Vincent
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Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations
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My Travel Stories
My Itineraries
My Perfect 7 Day Walt Disney World Itinerary
Destinations visited
Florida
Suggested Duration
7 Days
Client Testimonials
I can’t say enough about Melissa’s services
I can’t say enough about Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations services!! She is a Disney expert and helped us plan our itineraries for each park day, from where to get a yummy snack, to making the most of Genie Plus. She booked our hotel based on our needs and informed us on the best spot to ask for a room when we checked in. She knows what times to reserve dining reservations based on fireworks show times, etc. We went during February break and despite crowds, we went on every ride we wanted to go on and had the most magical time because of her help and guidance. I would never plan a Disney trip without her!
Rachel McNamara
I can’t say enough about Melissa’s services
Reviewed By Jacq ~ Rockville Centre
Traveled to Dominican Republic | Caribbean
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations planned the greatest trip for 14 mothers and daughters (Sweet 16 trip). She was very knowledgeable about destinations and resorts. She ultimately led us to the perfect place and thought of every last detail.
Melissa takes all the work and worry out of making travel plans. Highly recommend her expertise and she is very very thorough.
Reviewed By Jacq
Melissa was amazing & wealth of Disney knowledge
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations was amazing and a wealth of Disney knowledge! We wanted to thank you so much for all your help planning our Disney trip! It was truly magical! All your recommendations were perfect! The kids loved the T-Rex restaurant and Space 220 in Epcot was amazing! We thought Corondo Springs was beautiful, we loved the pool and atmosphere, also the restaurants were amazing as well, we loved the Maya Grill! The trip could not have worked out any more perfect and we are so thankful for all your help! I loved the app Trip Plans with all your notes, we referred to it over and over again during the trip!
Randi Lagas
Total success
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations made our first trip to Disney a total success! She answered all of our questions, gave much needed suggestions in every area, and planned our daily itinerary. We were able to enjoy every moment of our week in Disney World thanks to her!
Sammantha Lorenzoni
Melissa planned everything perfectly
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations planned everything perfectly for our time at the Disney parks! She gives tons of helpful tips and was essential in getting reservations at the restaurants. She gives a wealth of knowledge every time you speak to her!
Jaclyn Burke
Unbelievably knowledgeable
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations helped us plan our Disney cruise vacation and was beyond amazing! Unbelievably knowledgeable and helpful throughout the entire process. Would highly recommend to anyone!!
Erin O'Brien Edwards
Melissa is thorough, responsive &knows everything
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations is thorough, responsive and knows everything you need to know when traveling. I highly recommend her. She will help you find the exact vacation you are looking for!
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Responsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value
Courtney R
Couldn't have asked for a better experience.
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations is great! Melissa cared that me and my family had a great vacation and experience. Couldn't have asked for a better experience. Thanks Melissa!
John Antista
Melissa helped us plan every little detail
Everything went smoothly from start to finish. Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations helped us plan every little detail and it was spot on! I can’t wait to plan our next vacation.
Christina Rottino
Five Stars
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations was great at planning a great trip for us and giving us tons of helpful information!
Beth Landers
Thankful for her expertise
What an awesome trip!! Thank you for working so closely with us and all the advice you shared.
How would you rate your experience working with Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations?
5 – Amazing!
What did Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations help with that made the planning process easier or more enjoyable? Thankful forMelissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations expertise she passed it along to us. She was a pleasure to work with and gave us a lot of positive advice.
Would you recommend Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations services to friends or family?
Yes!
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations has so much experience and shared it with us.??
Karen Durante
Melissa was extremely accommodating
How would you rate your experience working with Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations?
5 – Amazing!
What did Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations help with that made the planning process easier or more enjoyable? Made many changes and Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations was extremely accommodating
Would you recommend Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations services to friends or family?
Yes!
There was 17 of us all different ages. Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations helped us decide on where we were going, and I made multiple changes dates times reservations and she helped change everything names were wrong. She fixed them.
Fran Pellizzi
We had the best time!
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We had the best time! We had the most fun at magic kingdom and animal kingdom!
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5 – Amazing!
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The small details and tips were super helpful for us first timers… renting a stroller… the order of fast passes to book… etc.
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She handled everything from making reservations to giving tips to make everything seamless. She helped us maximize our time at each park and made it a great experience for everyone. Even the skeptical dads had the best time!
Kelly Kagdis
Melissa took care of everything
Favorite part of Beaches Turks & Caicos vacation planned by Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations? Making memories with my boys and that turquoise water.
How would you rate your experience working with Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations?
5 – Amazing!
What did Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations took care of everything and made me feel comfortable traveling alone with my boys. I always knew if there was a problem Melissa would be there to help.
Would you recommend Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations services to friends or family?
Yes!
Tricia Krapf
5 – Amazing!
All Inclusive Resort Favorite Part: The Diamond Club and swim out room were amazing. Loved all the pools and daytime activities.
How would you rate your experience working with Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations?
5 – Amazing!
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations listened to what our family wanted and picked us a perfect hotel.
Would you recommend Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations services to friends or family?
Yes!
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations is just great. She knows her stuff and gives honest feedback.
Madeline Gorra
Melissa is so knowledgeable at what she does
? How would you rate your experience working with Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations? 5 – Amazing!
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations took care of everything! She gave us all different tips and tricks and made sure we were fully prepared for taking our first Disney cruise
Would you recommend Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations services to friends or family?
Yes!
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations is so knowledgeable at what she does. She makes she she keeps you up to date every step of the way and checks in to make sure you don’t have any questions. She makes sure you are ready for your vacation and gives you all different tips and tricks to use along the way to help make your vacation even more enjoyable. This isn’t the first time we used Melissa to help plan our vacation, and it certainly won’t be our last either.
Andrea Gomez
Amazing!
? How would you rate your experience working with Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations?
5 – Amazing!
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations provided accurate information and hints on handling wait times, the heat of the day. While we all stayed at the new park, my daughter did go to City Walk as Melissa advised the ease of getting to the other locations and they indicated the shuttle bus was easy to use.
Would you recommend Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations services to friends or family? Yes!
Would you be willing to share a testimonial about my services?
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations doesn’t just tell you what she likes about the park in question. She advises on all facets of what is available and makes it easy for us to enjoy the park in a way that works for us.
Richard DeMartino
Thank you for making it happen!!
We all had a wonderful vacation! Thank you for making it happen!!
How would you rate your experience working with Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations?
5 – Amazing!
What did Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations help with that made the planning process easier or more enjoyable?
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations suggested the hotel & the excursion & restaurant. Also organized the transportation to & from hotel to airport.
Would you recommend Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations services to friends or family?
Yes!
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations was knowledgeable, made great suggestions & went out of her way to make sure we had a wonderful experience
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations was amazing & helpful throughout our trip from booking transport from airport to the hotel, Restaurants suggestions, excursions! She handled it all! So great!!
Giovanna Giaimo
Amazing!
Favorite part of your vacation: Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Was fantastic. We got the room in Aotearoa building on the 3rd Floor room 3217. We had view fireworks from the balcony every night, it was magical.
How would you rate your experience working with Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations?
5 – Amazing!
What did Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations help with that made the planning process easier or more enjoyable? The day to day itinerary help a lot. Also, details explaining what is where and how to miss a thing was super helpful
Would you recommend Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations services to friends or family?
Yes!
Of her knowledge and experience. We would be missing on a lot of things, but thankfully Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations got us all the information we need for a successful vacation. Absolutely truly grateful!
Natalia Reyes
Enjoyed every moment
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations was amazing to work with as always. Helped us quickly rebook when we had to postpone original plans. Dinner reservations and recommendations were perfect. We enjoyed every moment at Universal Loews Portofino Bay Hotel was gorgeous.
Marybeth Rodriguez
Wonderful trip!
Wonderful trip! Lowe’s royal pacific was fantastic! Great staff and amenities! Epic universe was the best and the kids are already asking when we can go back!
Vacation experience matched expectations
Travel advisor met your expectations
Would Recommend Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations to friends, family, colleagues
Jennifer Limongelli
Fantastic experience
Fantastic experience from beginning to end!
We would highly recommend this and loved the recommendation and experience staying as a preferred club level guest on resort.
Vacation experience matched expectations
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations Travel Advisor met expectations
Krista Clancy
This was an amazing trip we will never forget
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations: This was an amazing trip that our family will never forget. Everything was wonderful from start to finish. The Disney islands were amazing and I will be dreaming about floating i the water at Cast Away for a while. Thank you for the time you put into making sure this special vacation was perfect I am sure you will be hearing from us soon to plan our next trip!
Julie Kirschen
Disney Success
Our trip was amazing. My kids had the best time. Everything was so thoughtfully planned. The trip guide that Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations provided made it easy to navigate quick service meals and snack breaks. Her recommendation for airport transfer to and from the hotel was great as well!
Lauren Laguardia
Amazing all because of Melissa!
Our cruise on the Disney Fantasy amazing and it was all because of Melissa!
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations took the time to answer all of my questions and found the perfect vacation for my family. She checked in with me several times along the way to arrange everything from airport transfers to hotel stays before our cruise. Melissa’s tips were so helpful as Melissa has sailed on Disney cruises with her own family many times. This is our second vacation booked with Melissa and it won’t be our last!
5 Stars
Julie Kirschen
Five Stars
This is the second time we have used Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations to book a vacation and both experiences have been incredible! From helping us choose where to go, to booking, and to making sure we have everything prepared for our trips, Melissa goes above and beyond. Sandals Curacao was everything Melissa promised and more. We loved the resort and the island of Curacao, which was someplace we never would have thought to visit until Melissa told us about it. This trip will always hold a special place for us because we also got engaged! We will definitely be using Melissa again to plan our next vacation!
Rose Michaels
Working with Melissa has been positive experience
Working with Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations has been such a positive experience . She is very pleasant, extremely helpful, and provides excellent information. Her attention to detail has been impressive, and it has been an absolute pleasure working with her.
Dawn Capuano
Five Stars
Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations is the BEST! She helped us pick/ plan our honeymoon to St Vincent Sandals. Unfortunately, I had to have emergency surgery the day we were meant to leave and Melissa was able to assist us in rescheduling and assuring everything was taken care of while I recovered. She helped us rebook quickly and seamlessly. Her recommendations and expertise are the reason our trip went from good to absolutely extraordinary. She helped us have the most perfect and unforgettable honeymoon.
Stephanie Leonardo
5 STARS
We had the most amazing family vacation. With Melissa Kleinschmidt, Dream Vacations help we manage to all the park plus Magic kingdom twice with 3 kids (4, 6 and 9) Melissa helped to plan everything from hotel reservations, booking parks, restaurants, rides! We are very grateful for this kind of service and help. It would be very difficult without Melissa’s help. I would definitely recommend her services to my friends and family.
Natalia Reyes