Lou's first trip to Walt Disney World - November, 1971

Louis Mongello has been fascinated by Walt Disney World throughout his more than 130 visits, and in the process learned everything he could about the history, secrets and inner workings of the resort. An attorney and owner of his own information technology consulting and web development firm, he is currently the Chief Technology Officer and Director of Operations for a medical imaging company in Edison, NJ. Still a kid at heart, Louis holds a bachelor's degree in Sociology from Villanova University and a Juris Doctor from Seton Hall University School of Law.

He is also a member of the national, New Jersey and World Chapters of the NFFC, the national Disneyana fan club, and is a graduate of the College of Disney Knowledge (a comprehensive course that allows travel agents to develop their expertise regarding the Disney Destinations) and is a Disney Specialist (Disney Specialist indicates a travel professional with special knowledge of Disney Destinations. Not an agent, affiliate or employee of Disney). He is also a member of the Carolwood Pacific Society, a group dedicated to preserving the personal railroad legacy of Walt Disney.

At the exact same spot in Walt Disney World - February, 2004

Having been a reference source for friends and family planning trips to Walt Disney World for a number of years, he thought he should do something with all of the "useless knowledge" he had accumulated about his favorite vacation destination. So, the idea for the book was formulated out of personal interest in some of the lesser-known facts about the parks, general Walt Disney World trivia, and the "magic" that drives tens of millions adults and children on recurring pilgrimages to the resort. 

Throughout his ongoing research into this project, Louis continues to add to his already vast collection of Walt Disney World memorabilia, including rare documents outlining Walt Disney's original plans for his Florida project, dozens of books and articles about the parks, and materials only available to Walt Disney World Cast Members. Having spent countless hours pouring over text, video and images of Walt Disney World from construction to the present day, old property maps, and information about attractions which no longer exist, Louis continues to be fascinated by Walt Disney World trivia. 

His first book, the Walt Disney World Trivia Book: Secrets, History and Fun Facts Behind the Magic was published in 2004 by the Intrepid Traveler. Now in it's third edition, it spawned a completely new book with Volume II, which was published in 2006. The book contains hundreds of new WDW secrets and fun facts in a series of multiple-choice questions and little-known details about the world’s most magical destination. Dip in for a fun fact to brighten your day. Or take it along on your next trip to Disney World to add extra magic to your visit.

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From 2005-2007, Louis co-hosted the MouseTunes Disney podcast, winner of the Best Travel Podcast Award for 2006.