Larry Stauffer ~ Manager, Island Recreation and Shore Excursion

Larry Stauffer is the manager of island recreation and shore excursions for Disney Cruise Line.

In this role, Stauffer is responsible for the operation of recreational activities on Disney’s private island, Castaway Cay. In addition, he is also responsible for the development, operation and continuing evaluation of shore excursions for all Disney Cruise Line itineraries including ports in the Bahamas, Caribbean and other additional itinerary calls such as the Mexican Riviera and Mediterranean.

An 18-year Disney veteran, Stauffer has held various operational management roles at the Walt Disney World Resort prior to joining Disney Cruise Line. These roles included water park manager for Typhoon Lagoon, food and beverage manager for Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts and regional food and beverage manager.

Stauffer is a member of the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association’s (FCCA) security and operations committee. He is also a member of the International Council of Cruise Lines (ICCL).

Born in 1955 and a native of Michigan, Stauffer earned his Associate Degree at the Davenport College of Business in Grand Rapids, Mich. He currently resides in Orlando, Fla.