
Amy C, North Carolina
- 11/27/2023
About Me
About My Family
My husband and I met in high school more than 20 years ago, and he's been the Carl to my Ellie ever since. We fully believe that "adventure is out there" and are raising our two fantastic kids to chase big dreams knowing all the magic they need is already right within them.
Once our Disney mode is fully activated, we love hitting the parks from rope drop to close, screaming our hearts out on Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, and eating as many Mickey pretzels, DOLE Whips, and Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums as we can. When it's time for relaxing, we're just as happy splashing at our resort pool or better yet, sinking our toes into the sand on Castaway Cay.
When we aren't counting down to our next Disney vacation, we love getting out together for hikes both in and out of the National Parks, a trip to the beach, or even a cozy night in playing Toy Story Monopoly. We love the arts and can often be found checking out a new exhibit in town or a local performance- be it our own musical theatre-loving children on stage, or a professional tour.
About My Disney Experience
As a child, I was lucky to visit Walt Disney World Resort a handful of times. I vividly remember learning to swim in Disney's Contemporary Resort pool (and the commemorative caricature made in celebration), just as fondly as I recall watching the Monorail glide through the resort in amazement. My parents still tease me about a clay dragon sculpture I accidentally destroyed in the doorway of our resort room after my dad carefully carried it around EPCOT World Showcase for an entire day as it dried.
Though Disney was always part of my life growing up, it wasn't until I took my own children on their first trip to Disneyland Resort that the magic really became part of me. I was hooked from that first magical moment in Cars Land and wanted to bottle the feelings of excitement, nostalgia, and looks of absolute wonder in my children's eyes to enjoy every day.
We've alternated visits to Walt Disney World and Disneyland nearly every year since that first family trip in 2015, with a few Disney Cruise Line voyages thrown in for good measure! It's been my absolute joy to raise my kids on Disney magic, and as new Disney Vacation Club members, we look forward to continuing this tradition for decades to come.
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Nov 26, 2023
Saran from FL askedI have a Pixie pass. I know I can’t visit the parks on weekends, but can I still park at TTC for free with my annual pass to explore the resorts along the monorail? Or would I have to pay for parking since technically I would be visiting on a blackout day?Amy AnsweredHi Saran,Welcome back to planDisney! I'm happy to hear your Annual Pass has been activated and you're already on your way to a year of magical adventures in the parks. The Disney Pixie Dust Pass is...View Related VideosHolidays at Walt Disney World | planDisney Podcast – Special Episode
- On Nov 25, 2023
Matthew from MA askedHello! I have a 5 day World park ticket being transferred to me from a bit of a hiccup that happened on our previous vacation. i'm wondering how that works for booking the next vacation: do I book for everyone or -1 for a resort package?Amy AnsweredHi Matthew,Thanks for bringing your question to us today. I'm happy to help!I'm sorry to hear you experienced some less-than-magical circumstances on your last visit. It's never fun when that...View Related Videos - On Nov 21, 2023
Alison from IL askedWe want to do the Rapunzel lantern photo, but will we miss it if we have to leave the park at 6? We are going in December so I’m not sure what time that starts! Thanks you!Amy AnsweredHi Alison,Welcome to planDisney! I love that you have a dream to capture a Disney PhotoPass photo with Rapunzel's lantern. I've had the pleasure of posing with it on two separate occasions and...View Related Videos - On Nov 21, 2023
Tania from Ciudad de Mexico askedI'll be staying soon at the Grand Floridian. My flight arrives at Orlando a tad early so I was wondering if it's possible to hang at the premises and enjoy the facilities while waiting for the check-in time, which I understand is at 3PM.Amy AnsweredHello Tania!Welcome to planDisney. You've certainly made a grand choice in resort accommodations for your upcoming trip. Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is one of my favorites, not only for...View Related Videos - On Nov 20, 2023
Julie from NJ askedCan I pay to park at magic kingdom, take the monorail to epcot then the skyliner to art of animation and then get back to magic kingdom without any park tickets? I have MVMCP tickets for 4pm but would like to visit art of animation to see the resort.Amy AnsweredHi Julie!Welcome to planDisney. You're a girl after my own heart because I love taking time to explore the resorts. In fact, I often find myself making intricate transportation roadmaps to maximize...View Related VideosHolidays at Walt Disney World | planDisney Podcast – Special Episode