Lisa Federico

Lisa Federico | Founder of Academy Travel, Inc.

Lisa Federico is a respected travel industry leader, entrepreneur, and advocate who has spent more than two decades championing professionalism, education, and integrity among travel advisors. As the founder of Academy Travel, Lisa created a nationally recognized agency that has become a trusted name in leisure travel—recognized by Disney Destinations as a Diamond-Level Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, the highest distinction awarded to travel agencies.

Born from her passion for advocacy and her commitment to ethical business practices, Academy Travel stands as both a consumer resource and a professional community. It helps travelers find verified, experienced Disney experts and provides advisors with education, recognition, and support—promoting transparency, accountability, and fair representation within the industry.

Unlike “card mills” or pay-for-credential programs, Academy Travel represents legitimate, experienced travel professionals who meet established sales, service, and ethical standards. Through her leadership, Lisa continues to be a driving force for integrity and professionalism in the travel advisor community.

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Mission Statement

Our mission is to protect the integrity of the travel advisor profession by spotlighting true experts, promoting ethical business practices, and ensuring consumers have access to knowledgeable, verified professionals who deliver the highest level of service in travel planning.

We believe that experience matters, education matters, and accountability matters. Academy Travel exists to empower trusted travel professionals, strengthen public confidence, and raise the standard for what it means to be a Disney-focused travel advisor.

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Why Academy Travel Matters

Today, booking a Walt Disney World vacation has become more complex than ever. With countless options for resorts, park tickets, dining, and “Magical Extras,” consumers need guidance from qualified experts. Authorized Disney Vacation Planners at Academy Travel are trained through The College of Disney Knowledge, an in-depth educational program offered by The Walt Disney Travel Company that ensures advisors understand every detail of Disney Destinations.

The verified travel professionals at Academy Travel uphold these standards and provide the highest level of customized vacation planning assistance. Clients can trust that every advisor has earned their credentials through experience and education—not by paying a fee.

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A Voice for the Industry

Academy Travel also serves as a professional voice for travel advisors, offering resources, mentorship, and advocacy for both new and established agents.

For Established Advisors: Academy Travel recognizes experienced travel professionals who meet high ethical and sales standards—advocating for fair treatment and professional recognition across the travel industry.

For New Advisors: The agency provides clarity and mentorship, helping aspiring professionals understand the difference between legitimate host agencies and exploitative MLM structures—ensuring they enter the field ethically and with confidence.

“We want to empower professionals who truly care about their clients. Academy Travel exists to support those who value training, service, and integrity—and to protect newcomers from being misled by deceptive programs.”
— Lisa Federico, Founder of Academy Travel, Inc.