Chris Futrell

About Chris

I’m Chris and I would love to help you make some lasting lifetime memories. I am located in southern Illinois and have lived here my whole life. My wife and our four children are rooted in family and in our faith. My wife and I teach discipleship classes at our church and she is the children’s pastor. While I enjoy the Midwest way of life, I love to escape to other destinations as well. I’ve been to the east and west coasts, Hawaii, the Smoky Mountains, Las Vegas, and many other places, but Walt Disney World is my passion. I am learning the ropes of many destinations and can help book any locale you might desire. However, I tend to have a rather encyclopedic knowledge of “The World.” I have only recently developed this love for the parks. I went to Magic Kingdom and Epcot when I was 12, but didn’t go back for 30 years. I remembered very little from my pre-adolescent trip, so when we went back in 2016, it was like the first time.

Mind.

Blown.

My wife has been to Walt Disney World many times, so I married into a Disney family. However, I have taken the infatuation with all things Disney to a whole new level. I watch theme park vlogs. I listen to Disney World podcasts. I have a Spotify playlist with music from Main Street USA to Frontier Land and every attraction in between. So why do all of these outlets even exist? How is it possible that there are hundreds of YouTube channels devoted solely to Disney theme parks? Why are there multiple streaming radio stations online that play Disney attraction background music and songs from the ride queues? In other words; why are so many people obsessed with Disney?

I firmly believe it comes down to one thing: excellence. Disney’s attention to detail blew me away. From the moment you pass under the iconic “WALT DISNEY WORLD Where Dreams Come True” sign, you are engrossed in what is called the “Disney bubble.” The value resort hotels on the property are filled with over-the-top aesthetic details, while the top-end resorts are nothing short of breathtaking! Once inside the parks, your senses are engaged in every way possible. The sights, smells, tastes; it’s a sensory overload in the best possible way!

Of course, there are many people that love Disney, so what sets me apart? I believe that my passion, not just for BEING there, but the joy of planning the trip is certainly not ubiquitous. While some actively detest the planning, I get an adrenaline rush from it! I am also a number cruncher. I love to track wait times, restaurant availabilities, and resort discounts; and I did that before I became a travel professional! My attention to detail will assure that you get the best deal available. Call me and let’s get a trip on the books!

Favorite Place to Travel:

While Hawaii was a true paradise; it should be no surprise that Walt Disney World is still my favorite. I’ve never been anywhere else that captured my attention and stirred my imagination quite like WDW. Even though it’s undergoing some pretty drastic changes, EPCOT is my top pick.

Best Thing I've Ever Eaten on Vacation:

The steak and shrimp skewers at ‘Ohana are pretty hard to beat. We have had some pretty memorable meals on vacation, but ‘Ohana has been my favorite

Best Part About Being A Travel Agent:

Last Fall my father and step-mother went to Walt Disney World. They just drove down. No plan. No reservations. No tickets. No Fastpass + selections. They just went and spent a Saturday at Magic Kingdom in October. They did not enjoy themselves. This is when I became passionate about ensuring that everyone who went to Walt Disney Walt had the tools and information they needed to have a truly magical time. Now I am in a position to help that happen!