Al C, California
- 3/20/2023
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 Mar 13, 2023
Kelly from CA asked“Hello! My family is going to WDW next week and I have heard that you can do some Bounty hunting in Batuu at the Disneyland resort. Can you tell me more about bounty hunting and if they have this feature at Hollywood Studios as well?”Al AnsweredBright Suns, Kelly, and may the Force be with you!Welcome back to planDisney and thank you for submitting your application for entry into the Batuu Bounty Hunter's Guild. After careful consideration,...View Related Videos
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- On Mar 13, 2023
Yukta from CA asked“I am a foreign country citizen, and have been living in Southern California for more than a year (studying at a University). Am I eligible for Southern California Resident Weekday Offer for Disneyland tickets? ”Al AnsweredHi there, Yukta! Welcome to planDisney and thank for coming to us with your question. I hope you're having a magical day!The Special Southern California Resident Ticket offer is a fantastic way for...View Related Videos
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- On Mar 12, 2023
Christina from CA asked“What are the perks of staying at a Disneyland hotel while visiting the parks. Also include amenities for a person who is in need of a motorized cart ”Al AnsweredHi Christina! Welcome to planDisney and thanks for coming to us with your question!I'm so excited for you to be visiting the Disneyland Resort later this year. You're going to be there during my...View Related VideosAll Things Disneyland Resort | planDisney Podcast - Episode 2
- On Mar 12, 2023
Judith from MO asked“Is there a package just for stay and tickets?”Al AnsweredHello there, Judith!Welcome from all of us at planDisney! We're so glad that you came to us with your question. I'm so excited for your upcoming visit to the Disneyland Resort this summer. I grew up...View Related VideosAll Things Disneyland Resort | planDisney Podcast - Episode 2
- On Mar 12, 2023
Ernesto from CA asked“If my magic key pass is block out for a certain day but I still wanna go that certain day. Ima still able to go and is it regular price or do we get a discount?”Al AnsweredHello there, Ernesto!From one fellow Magic Key holder to another, welcome back to planDisney and I hope that you've been making good use of that Magic Key! It has some fantastic benefits attached and...