Meet Our Agents

Mary Anne Fontaine, CTC

Mary Anne has been the President and Owner of Empire Travel Dudley since 1995. She’s dedicated to making this agency the best it can be and does so by hiring the best of the best. With her vast knowledge of the travel industry and more than 35 years in the business, she is prepared to make all your travel dreams come true. Mary Anne is a Disney College of Knowledge graduate, Globus Family Brands Specialist, a Hawai‘i Destination Specialist, and has the CTC designation. Mary Anne serves on the board of directors for the Webster Dudley Oxford Chamber of Commerce and Thompson Ecumenical Empowerment Group. She is also a former member of Disney’s EarMarked Travel Agent Advisory Council.

Favorite places to book: Avalon Waterways, Walt Disney World, Honeymoons, Italy, and Hawaii

Contact: Empire93@aol.com

Dan Houle

Dan has been with Empire Travel since the beginning of time. During his 30+ years at Empire Travel, he has traveled the world extensively with his husband, Jim. From Cairo to Mumbai, Dan specializes in independent and group travel far and wide. Dan has first-hand experience sailing on every cruise line from Azamara to Holland America. One of Dan’s recent journeys was on a small ship sailing the Irrawaddy. 

Favorite places to book: Europe and Asia

Contact: jfkdlh@aol.com

Stefany Flynn

Stefany Flynn grew up in Grafton, MA and currently lives in Auburn, MA. She has two young daughters. Stefany loves photography, traveling, and writing. In years at Empire Travel, she has worked with families to make their Disney dreams come true. Let Stefany plan your Icelandic adventure where you’ll discover the land forged by fire and ice. Stefany is a Disney College of Knowledge graduate and Sandals specialist and recently completed advanced agent training at Walt Disney World.

Favorite places to book: Disney, Sandals, and Iceland

Contact: stefany.flynn@gmail.com

Heidi Pollone

Heidi Pollone is a lifelong resident of Southbridge, MA. She has two children and a German Shephard named Blue. She enjoys reading, football and traveling with her family. She has traveled to Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and most recently Universal Studios with her teenage daughter. She has sailed on the Disney Magic with Disney Cruise Line. Heidi is back with Empire Travel agency and is looking forward to helping families escape their everyday responsibilities and explore the world around us. She is a Disney College of Knowledge graduate and wants to share the magic of Disney with everyone. Heidi also specializes in Norwegian and Carnival group travel.

Favorite places to book: Walt Disney World and Universal Studios

Contact: minnie4911@yahoo.com

Aaron Sweatman

Aaron has grown up and lived in Putnam, CT his entire life. He has a son and a wife Nicole. He loves watching football, baseball and to be outside being active.  Aaron recently returned from a trip with his family from Disney World and Universal Studios. His main purpose is to make sure that you get to go on the trip you’ve been waiting for. Aaron is a recent graduate of the College of Disney Knowledge and would love to send you to see the magic.

Favorite places to book: Disney World and Universal

Contact: mousetravel85@aol.com

Liz Gates

Liz has lived in Thompson, CT her whole life. She has a 3-year old black lab, and is a full time college student at Southern NH University. When not at the beach, Liz likes to go to the gym and watch baseball. She has extensive knowledge of all aspects of travel and destinations around the world. Liz is a Disney College of Knowledge, Royal Caribbean University and Princess Academy graduate.

Favorite places to book: Cruises and All Inclusive

Contact: lizempiretravel@gmail.com

Debbie Stubbs

Debbie is a well-versed travel advisor with over three decades of service in the industry. She has cultivated a deep passion for exploring the world and assisting clients in discovering their dream destinations. Her goal is to transform travel aspirations into reality. Debbie holds specialist certifications in Destination Weddings & Honeymoons, Disney & Universal vacations, and is recognized as a Sandals Resort Certified Specialist, Princess Cruises Commodore graduate, and an expert in NCL, MSC, Carnival, & Royal Caribbean cruises. Her commitment to exceeding expectations ensures each journey is personalized to create lasting memories. Debbie eagerly looks forward to embarking on the next adventure with her clients.

Favorite places to book: Destination Weddings and Hidden Gems

Contact: timelesstravelri@gmail.com

Alicia Neill

Alicia has just joined the Empire Travel team! She has taken courses for Disney,
Universal, and Sandals just to name a few. She enjoys planning trips near
and far, some of her favorites are Ireland and Scotland. Alicia is always looking to learn and travel to new destinations. Her and her husband Zack live in Rhode Island with their dog Arya and cat Goose. They both share a love for traveling!

Favorite places to book: Europe and Disney

Contact: aneilltravel@gmail.com