Jana T, Georgia
- 7/1/2025
About Me
I am a Florida Girl who has lived in Georgia long enough to claim both states as my own. I miss being close to the ocean but love having seasons! I am Type A Queen of Organization personality. I thrill in all the planning for a Walt Disney World Resort vacation. Choosing a resort, planning park days and making advanced dining reservations are part of the joyful anticipation of a magical vacation. Then when Mickey and Minnie greet us as our car passes the “Welcome to Walt Disney World Resort” sign, my alter ego takes over; I “Let it Go!” and enjoy being in the moment. I love the scents, the details in every view, the music, and being immersed in the stories. I am a Rope-Drop-to-close park-goer, but I have also learned to love an easier pace traveling with kids.
About My Family
My husband and I celebrated our 20th anniversary with brunch at Palo onboard the Disney Wonder in Alaska a few summers ago. By profession, he is a filmmaker. By nature, he is a comedian and mischief-maker (any other Loki fans?). He shared his sense of humor with our oldest son, who has a sideways smile that says you may not want to know what he is thinking. While he has a comical view of the world, he is also very serious and wants to become an aeronautical engineer. Our other son is a big personality, big dreamer who sees the world as Cinderella inspires us: "not as it is, but as it should be." He believes in courage, kindness and a little bit of magic.
With teens, our lives seem like constant movement and change. As they have grown, our traditions have evolved. The Barnstormer has been replaced with Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind as "the best ride on the planet ever!" Our annual gingerbread productions have moved from four-wall houses to Star Wars masterpieces, including the Millennium Falcon, an AT-AT four-footed walker and an Imperial I-class Star Destroyer. And our love of Legos has decorated our home with Cinderella Castle, several Mickey and Minnie creations and an entire Star Wars galaxy.
With teens, our lives seem like constant movement and change. As they have grown, our traditions have evolved. The Barnstormer has been replaced with Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind as "the best ride on the planet ever!" Our annual gingerbread productions have moved from four-wall houses to Star Wars masterpieces, including the Millennium Falcon, an AT-AT four-footed walker and an Imperial I-class Star Destroyer. And our love of Legos has decorated our home with Cinderella Castle, several Mickey and Minnie creations and an entire Star Wars galaxy.
About My Disney Experience
My first family vacation was to Magic Kingdom Park when I was five years old. I am a bit of a thrill seeker, and luckily, I was tall enough to ride Space Mountain. I have been in love with this attraction ever since. I was also fortunate to grow up near Orlando. From marching in the parade with the Girl Scouts, to prom at Disney's Contemporary Resort, to watching my sons light the Christmas tree on Main Street, USA, Walt Disney World Resort is at the center of so many magical memories.
For me, nothing beats walking through the gates of Magic Kingdom Park. When the scents from the Main Street Confectionary meet the sight of Cinderella Castle, it's magic. It's time to step into a world of imagination and wonder. I get to be a kid - with my kids. Although I live in Georgia now, our Disney Vacation Club and Sorcerer Pass keep Disney close. One of our goals each trip is to do something new. We've enjoyed nearly every restaurant inside the Walt Disney World Resort parks and have stayed at many resorts, but there is still a long list of new adventures for our future visits.
We also love Disney Cruise Line and being members of the Castaway Club. A family favorite was seeing Alaska on the Disney Wonder. We have also enjoyed celebrating my in-laws' 50th anniversary aboard the Disney Dream, and my husband and I are still pretending to feel guilty when "apologizing" to our sons for the Disney cruise we took without them.
I'm excited to be a planDisney panelist, sharing my insight and advice to help you make magical memories at Walt Disney World Resort.
For me, nothing beats walking through the gates of Magic Kingdom Park. When the scents from the Main Street Confectionary meet the sight of Cinderella Castle, it's magic. It's time to step into a world of imagination and wonder. I get to be a kid - with my kids. Although I live in Georgia now, our Disney Vacation Club and Sorcerer Pass keep Disney close. One of our goals each trip is to do something new. We've enjoyed nearly every restaurant inside the Walt Disney World Resort parks and have stayed at many resorts, but there is still a long list of new adventures for our future visits.
We also love Disney Cruise Line and being members of the Castaway Club. A family favorite was seeing Alaska on the Disney Wonder. We have also enjoyed celebrating my in-laws' 50th anniversary aboard the Disney Dream, and my husband and I are still pretending to feel guilty when "apologizing" to our sons for the Disney cruise we took without them.
I'm excited to be a planDisney panelist, sharing my insight and advice to help you make magical memories at Walt Disney World Resort.
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Jun 28, 2025
Missy from UT asked“How early can we park at Animal Kingdom in Orlando? ”Jana AnsweredJambo, Missy! I am thrilled you stopped by planDisney on your way to a wild time at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park.I know you are so close to the magic, so I will be as quick as Tarzan to help... - On Jun 25, 2025
Adrienne from MD asked“I’m running the 5k for the 2026 Princess Marathon Weekend. If tickets are available for the half marathon later is it possible to upgrade to the half marathon race and pay the difference?”Jana AnsweredGreetings, Princess! Congratulations, Adrienne, on securing a bib for the Disney Princess Half Marathon Weekend. This weekend was my first in-person runDisney event, and I have been forever hooked on...View Related Videos
Beginner’s Guide to runDisney | planDisney Podcast – Season 3 Episode 3
- On Jun 22, 2025
Molly from MS asked“We are a military family and my husband’s commanding officer recently hired a local photographer to take family portraits in uniform at Disney before deployment. Can you let me know what locations is this is or is not permitted?”Jana AnsweredHello, Molly! I am so thrilled you made planDisney a part of your planning for this special time with your family. First, I would like to express my deepest gratitude for your family's service to our... - On Jun 22, 2025
Priscilla from MI asked“Are we allowed to bring our own water bottles into the park? Just for water. I heard Stanley cups aren’t allowed in the parks.”Jana AnsweredHey there, Priscilla! I am thrilled you surfed back by planDisney as you prepare for another vacation at the Most Magical Place on Earth.With a trip to Walt Disney World in June, a water bottle is as... - On Jun 21, 2025
Keisha from FL asked“Hello, we’re thinking about booking a cruise in July from Ft.lauderdale for 3-nights but looks like all the dates are sold out. If someone cancels, would there be the ability to book last minute cruises?”Jana AnsweredAhoy there, Keisha! I am thrilled to welcome you to planDisney and am glad you're dreaming of an adventure aboard a Disney Cruise Line ship!I'm sorry to hear that you're not finding your ideal...View Related Videos