Last updated: 12:45 PM ET, Tue October 27, 2026
Dominique 'Nikki' Kennedy.
Bio
Dominique "Nikki" Kennedy has been a travel agent for eight years and, as her family has grown and changed, so has her business. Her social media presence and niche have grown to a point where she generates such a high volume of leads that she simply cannot service them in a way that meets her standards, prompting her to establish a team of approximately 15 agents to deliver exceptional results for her clients.
Kennedy was nominated Agent of the Year in 2023 by her peers at Marvelous Mouse Travels.
She doesn't view other agents as competition and believes there is room for everyone to have a wonderful book of business.
Kennedy is 32 years old.
"Being named to 40 Under 40 means so much to me as a travel advisor, wife, and mom of three," said Kennedy. "My family is my why for everything, and getting to help other families make memories together is one of my favorite parts of what I do."
"I don’t always stop to think about how far I’ve come, but this recognition makes me pause and feel really proud of the business I’ve built and the work that’s gone into it," she added. "I’m so thankful for the families who trust me with their vacations. I hope my kids see that caring about people and believing in what you have to offer can turn into something pretty special. Being recognized for doing something I love means more than I can say."
Industry References
"Nikki has consistently generated over $3 million in sales annually for years running, which is a level of production that would be impressive under any circumstances, but which she has achieved while raising three young children, whom she and her husband, Tanner, homeschool and take on adventures around the world," said Kari Dillon, Owner, Marvelous Mouse Travels. "Where others might point to young children at home as a reason to scale back or why they do not have the time to dedicate to their business, Nikki has done the opposite: she uses it as fuel. She sets goals and does not stop until she meets them, and in doing so she models for her own kids and for everyone watching her that hard work genuinely opens doors."
"Beyond the numbers and the accolades, Nikki represents our agency exceptionally well," added Dillon. "She carries herself with a level of professionalism, integrity, and grace that reflects positively on everyone she works with, and she is someone I am proud to have representing Marvelous Mouse Travels in every interaction, whether with clients, partners, or fellow agents."
"What impresses me most was her exceptional communication. She was always quick to answer questions, kept us informed every step of the way, and made sure we understood all of our options. Her attention to detail gave us complete confidence that everything was being handled professionally. We even had a change in guests close to departure and she took care of it very quickly without any complaint," said client Paige Eichstaedt.
"She also found us tremendous value, helping us maximize our vacation while staying within our budget. It was clear that she genuinely cared about making sure we had the best possible experience, not just completing a booking," she added. "Nikki travels with her family, paying for and experiencing the same rooms she books her clients in. I was lucky enough to travel on the same ship as Nikki and her family and it was amazing. She went above and beyond to ensure we had a blast with a Halloween party for everyone who booked through her! She even held a door decorating contest."
"Thanks to her expertise and dedication, our Wonder of the Seas cruise was an incredible vacation from start to finish. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, trustworthy, and genuinely caring travel advisor. She has earned our complete confidence and is the only travel agent I use. She has now booked my family two cruises," added Eichstaedt.
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