How This Busy Mom Built a Luxury Travel Business Designed for Busy Moms

This week on The Travel Business Unpacked podcast, host Meredith Calloway is joined by Christina Vieira of Showcase the World Travel. What began as a Disney-focused side hustle quickly grew into a thriving family travel business with a clear brand, strong systems, and a loyal client base. Christina shares how she built her business around busy moms, created a funnel that works, and turned marketing into her zone of genius.

In this episode, Christina explains why strategy matters more than instant gratification, how she grew through a pandemic-era launch, and what it really takes to scale with a team. She also talks candidly about balancing business ownership with motherhood, and why she believes in teaching kids to travel early and often.

They also explore:

-How to design lead magnets and funnels that actually convert

-Turning Disney clients into long-term, repeat travelers

-The role of automation and email sequences in building relationships

-Charging fees confidently in a crowded Disney market

-Building a team that aligns with your core values

-Why systems, boundaries, and trust are the keys to growth

From marketing brilliance to meaningful family moments, Christina’s story is a practical, inspiring look at building a business that supports both clients and your life.