About Forney Travel Agency, LLC
Meet Melissa Forney, Owner & Lead Travel Advisor
Melissa Forney is the founder of Forney Travel Agency, a boutique travel agency specializing in personalized vacations around the world.
With extensive firsthand travel experience and industry expertise, she designs seamless journeys for couples, families, and groups seeking unforgettable destinations.
About Melissa
- Luxury Travel Planning
Melissa specializes in designing personalized vacations including luxury all-inclusive resorts, ocean cruises, European journeys, and once-in-a-lifetime travel experiences.
- Industry Recognition
She is a Pinnacle Platinum Advisor with KHM Travel Group, recognized for her professionalism and exceptional client service.
- Global Travel Experience
Melissa has traveled extensively throughout Mexico, the Caribbean, Europe, and Asia. This provides valuable firsthand insight when planning her clients’ journeys.
- Life-List Travel Inspiration
As a cancer survivor, Melissa is passionate about helping others experience the destinations on their life list. She believes travel is one of life’s greatest rewards.
- Gluten-Free Travel Advocate
Living with celiac disease, Melissa also helps travelers with dietary needs navigate travel safely and confidently.
- Based in Orient, Ohio, Melissa works with clients throughout Ohio and across the United States. She is a graduate of Edinboro University of Pennsylvania and Ashland University in Ohio.
- With a strong attention to detail, Melissa combines destination expertise with personalized service. She ensures every journey is thoughtfully designed from start to finish.
Meet Rachel Forney, Travel Assistant
Rachel Forney is a valued member of the Forney Travel Agency team and the daughter of agency owner Melissa Forney.
Working behind the scenes, she helps ensure every trip is organized, seamless, and thoughtfully managed from start to finish.
About Rachel
- Client Support & Trip Coordination
Rachel assists with client communications and trip details. She helps ensure a smooth and stress-free planning experience.
- Disney & Universal Vacation Specialist
She specializes in planning magical vacations to Disney and Universal destinations for families, couples, and groups.
- Extensive Theme Park Experience
Rachel has firsthand experience at Walt Disney World, Disneyland California, Disney Cruise Line, Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disney Resort, Aulani Disney Resort in Hawaii, as well as Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood.
- Professional Background in Education
Rachel is also a special education teacher working with autistic children. This brings patience, empathy, and creativity to every interaction.
- Based in Obetz, Ohio, Rachel works with clients throughout Ohio and across the United States. She is a graduate of Bowling Green State University.
- With her Disney expertise and attention to detail, Rachel brings warmth, organization, and a touch of magic to the Forney Travel Agency team.
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