Al C, California
- 1/31/2023
About Me
Greetings and welcome to planDisney! I am a Disney-loving geek, husband, and father to two wonderful kids. My wife and I are veterinarians at a family-owned small animal clinic on the Monterey Bay Peninsula, where we enjoy the cool, temperate weather of a scenic coastal community. In my spare time, I enjoy rock climbing and relaxing with the latest video games. I am also a huge tabletop role-playing game fan and love running adventure campaigns for my friends. When I'm not helping my furry patients live their best lives, I'm constantly plotting my next Disney getaway. Being a veterinarian has trained me to be detail-oriented, so I especially enjoy planning trips for my family and friends so they can make the most of their own Disney vacations. On any given day, you'll find me perusing the Foodie Guide on the Disney Parks Blog and making a checklist of all the yummy snacks for my next trip out to the Parks because as Remy would say, "I only want to eat the good stuff!"
About My Family
My wife and I met while attending vet school and we have been happily married since 2004! We have two delightful children who have grown up knowing the Disneyland Resort as their "home Park." We've always called California our home, and through it all the Disneyland Resort has remained within a day's travel for us. We take full advantage of its proximity and I eagerly impart my knowledge about the history and trivia of the Parks to my kids on each trip. I knew my training was complete when I watched proudly as my daughter became the de facto leader of her friends, guiding them around the Parks on her own. Our Disney family adventures have taken us across the country from Aulani to celebrate my wife's birthday to Walt Disney World, where we enjoyed a voyage aboard the Halcyon, Disney's Galactic Starcruiser. No matter where our travels take us, we know that "adventure is out there!"
About My Disney Experience
As a California native, the Disneyland Resort has been a constant presence and core memory in my life, and I wouldn't have it any other way. Growing up, no summer vacation would be complete without a visit to The Happiest Place on Earth. I was the sugar and adrenaline-fueled child who dragged their parents from attraction to attraction, attempting to experience as much as possible until the Park closed. As an adult, I began to view the Resort in a different manner, appreciating the attention to detail and special touches I hadn't noticed before. When raising my kids, I rediscovered that sense of wonder as I saw the Parks through their eyes and knew that there truly is something for all ages at the Disneyland Resort. Walt Disney once said that "there should be something built where the parents and the children could have fun together." Disneyland and Disney California Adventure embody the legacy of that vision and I couldn't be more proud to represent Walt's original Park!
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Jan 22, 2023
Citlali from CA asked“What is the difference between purchasing Genie+ online and inside the park?”Al AnsweredHi there, Citlali!Welcome to planDisney! Thanks so much for coming to us with your question. I've visited the Parks both with and without purchasing Genie+ and I will say that, if experiencing...View Related Videos
All Things Disneyland Resort | planDisney Podcast - Episode 2
- On Jan 21, 2023
Christine from HI asked“Planning a stay at the Grand Californian and have walking disability. How far is the walk from hotel to the area where we can rent a wheelchair for the day? Are there multiple entrance/exits to the Grand Californian to access Downtown Disney?”Al AnsweredAloha, Christine, and welcome to our 'ohana! I'm so happy that you came to planDisney with your question. We're excited for your visit to Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa and want you to...View Related VideosAll Things Disneyland Resort | planDisney Podcast - Episode 2
- On Jan 21, 2023
Myrlene from NV asked“Can a child enter with an adult ticket that has never been used?”Al AnsweredHi there, Myrlene!Welcome to planDisney and thanks for coming to us with your question! Do you have a visit to the Disneyland Resort coming up soon? It's a great time to visit. I just recently...View Related VideosAll Things Disneyland Resort | planDisney Podcast - Episode 2
- On Jan 20, 2023
Jennifer from VA asked“Is there a more recent update on Paradise Pier construction? We arrive in April and are wondering if the pool will be open again as well as the main entrance.”Al AnsweredHowdy Jennifer! Welcome to planDisney and thanks for coming by with your question. I'm so excited that you have a visit to the Happiest Place on Earth planned for just a couple of months from now! I...View Related VideosAll Things Disneyland Resort | planDisney Podcast - Episode 2
- On Jan 20, 2023
Heidi from WA asked“If I purchase a Magic Key pass online, can I book a Disneyland Resort Hotel reservation with the MK holder discount? I will activate the pass before check in”Al AnsweredHiya Heidi, and welcome to planDisney! We're so happy to see you here!Thanks for bringing your question to us and congratulations on joining the Magic Key Program! As a fellow Magic Key Holder, I can...