Kim Rodgers, CEO, has been involved in the travel business for over twenty-five years, and has been cruising extensively for 30 years.
The "idea" person for Your Travel Experts, she works closely with fundraising groups to develop their cruise programs, as well as coordinating the national marketing promotions, contract negotiator and long range business programs for YTE. She has specialist titles from Disney, Marriott, Las Vegas, Tahiti, Hawaii, Alaska,the Cook Islands, the Caribbean and is a graduate of Carnival University as well as NCL and Princess's programs. She is an Accredited Cruise Counselor from CLIA and has sailed on over twenty five different ships on a variety of cruise lines. She brings an energetic personality to the travel business. A former Washington resident, Kim now resides in Southwest Florida with her husband David. A mother/step mother of eight children and fifteen grandchildren, she travels extensively for agency business. In her spare time, she works with Passion Parties. She can be reached at dnkrodgers@gmail.com

Melodie Oberdorfer is the CFO and Human Resources Director for YTE and has over twenty-five years experience in this field. Affectionately known as "Mel", she manages the home office, oversees accounting for the company and agent groups, escorts groups and is a general "clearing house" for our agents. Melodie is an Accredited Cruise Counselor from CLIA and has specialist titles from Disney, Marriott, Sandals, Las Vegas, Hawaii and Alaska as well as being a graduate of Carnival University and Princess and NCL's programs respectively. Melodie resides in Washington State with her husband Glenn and two children. Her oldest son Ian is stationed in California with the US Air Force. Her email is melodie.travel.expert@gmail.com.

Sherry Johnson is a Senior Travel Agent with over seven years in the travel business. She is very detail oriented and has a great working relationship with her clients. Sherry specializes in the Hawaii market, recently adding Tahiti to her resume. She has coordinated group departures for Alaska and Mexico and is familiar with the Disney family of products. Sherry, the mother of two adult children, resides in Washington. She can be reached at sherry.travel.expert@gmail.com

Stacey Woodcock, a busy mother of twin boys, has over seven years of travel industry experience and is a certified Disney Specialist. She has experienced the Disney Parks in the United States, as well as the Disney Cruise Line and can assist you with "on site" activities for both Disneyland and Disney World. She works with groups, including the Washington State Retired Teachers Association, and American Nuclear Society. She resides with her husband Mike and boys in Washington State and can be contacted at stacey.travel.expert@gmail.com
About US-The Agents of Your Travel Experts
David Rodgers has been with Your Travel Experts since retiring from the Kennewick Police Department in 2005. Thirty years in law enforcement has given Dave the experience to coordinate security within our company as well as for our large groups. He stays informed on current State Department rulings or advisories. He travels extensively throughout the year to help us maintain our standards. David resides with his wife Kim, in Port Charlotte, FL. He has completed Carnival University, and is a certified Marriott Specialist, as well as a Disney Specialist. He can be reached at dnrodgers@gmail.

Ashley Harvey, a Senior Travel Agent, has been with YTE for over five years. She is a honeymoon specialist and assists brides in planning that romantic finale to their wedding. She is also a Disney Specialist, as well as holding a Marriott Excellence Agent certificate. She is a graduate of Carnival University and has ext ensive experience in the Hawaii and California market. Ashley is also a group cruise escort and brings a bubbly personality to her groups. She resides, with her husband Nick, in Western Washington. She can be reached at ashley.travel.expert@gmail.com.


Fairy Eskildsen has been with Your Travel Experts for three years and specializes in unique and unusual adventure experiences. From astronomy cruises to photography expeditions, Fairy will fine tune those details for you. She has traveled extensively throughout the United States and Europe as well as exploring the South Pacific and Caribbean. Fairy and her husband Howard sailed the Pacific Northwest in their 26 ft power boat and hiked throughout the Northwest before relocating to Ocala, Florida in 2001. She is a Disney specialist as well as a Marriott Certified Agent. Fairy is the mother of two, Sarah who lives in Washington and Emily who lives in Florida and works for Disney. She is a grandmother to Skylar. You can contact Fairy at fairy.travel.expert@gmail.com
Kathy Corbin has been involved with Your Travel Experts since 2005. She has vast experience in the Las Vegas markets, as well as Hawaii. She has traveled extensively throughout the United States and together with her husband John, owns Chuck E. Cheese in Kennewick, WA. Kathy enjoys working with groups and cruising. She can be reached at kathy.travel.expert@gmail.com
Mark Harris is in our Jacksonville, FL location. Mark is married to Urana and they both have over twenty years in law enforcement. He enjoys travel, snow skiing, cruising just about anywhere, the Hawaiian Islands and Las Vegas. As an avid skier, he has experienced slopes throughout the west, northern east coast and Lake Louise, Canada. Whether you are looking for a cruise, a trip to Hawaii or a Jamaican honeymoon, he can help! Mark is a Disney Specialist, as well as a Marriott Excellence Agent. You can contact Mark at mark.travel.expert@gmail.com


Lisa and Keith Wright joined YTE this past year and haven't stopped selling cruises! Whether it's a traditional seven night Caribbean, a short 4 night get-a-way or a 12 night Mediterranean, cruising is a natural for this team. Lisa has traveled extensively throughout the United States, Europe and Central and South America and speaks fluent Spanish. Keith grew up on Long Island and has traveled the eastern United States extensively, including the Shenandoah's and Smoky Mountain areas. Both are active in law enforcement and Keith is also Past President of the local Fraternal Order of Police. They reside in Southwest Florida with one dog and two cats. Their daughter, Samantha, is currently stationed in Italy with the United States Navy. Both Keith and Lisa are graduates of Carnival University and are certified Disney Specialists, as well as Marriott Specialists. You can reach them at lisa.travel.expert@gmail.com or keith.travel.expert@gmail.com

Wendi Hendricks comes to us from Washington State University where she graduated with a degree in psychology in 2006. She is a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and an avid "Cougars Football" fan. Wendi has cruised the Caribbean, the Mexican Riviera and has traveled throughout the United States and Europe and favorite destinations include Hawaii, London, Paris, St. Thomas and of course, Las Vegas! Wendi can help you plan your vacation with ease and enthusiasm. She resides in Eastern Washington with her dog Oliver and cat Effie and can be reached at wendi.travel.expert@gmail.com.

Janel Baker is a graduate of Washington State University, with a two bachelor degrees, one in Sports Management and one in Accounting. She works full time as an accountant, while still making travel arrangements for clients. Janel's favorite travel destination is Hawaii, and since she has family there, it is a frequent destination. She enjoys traveling to other "warm weather" destinations, including Las Vegas. In her spare time, she works out, watches "Cougar football" and loves to shop! She resides in Eastern Washington with her Chihuahua Coco. You can contact Janel at janel.travel.expert@gmail.com

Mandy Carter resides in Birmingham, Alabama but is a cruiser at heart. She is always looking for her new cruising cousins! In 2004, she received a bachelor's degree in Communications and has spent her career coordinating events for hotels and non-profits. After marrying Josh aboard the Carnival Valor in 2007, she discovered that her coordinating talents could be used in the field she loves best-Travel- so now she is off to pursue them! Mandy specializes in cruising, Las Vegas, and destination weddings as well as a special interest in marathon travel. She is an experienced wedding planner and can help you plan your dream wedding, whether on board a ship or romantic destination. Mandy is a Marriott Excellence Agent and graduate of Carnival University. You can reach Mandy at mandy.travel.expert@gmail.com