Diane W, Alabama
- 6/14/2021
About Me
I'm a happily married mom of two sweet girls (and a handsome cat named Walt), and I work part-time as a pre-school teacher. I was thrilled and humbled to be chosen as part of the 2014/2015 planDisney panel as a Disney Cruise Line specialist, returned in 2017 as a Walt Disney World specialist, sailed back as a Disney Cruise Line specialist in 2018, and I'm back in 2021 to answer all of your Walt Disney World and Disney Cruise Line questions. I'd love to help you plan your next magical vacation! I've visited the parks several times since Walt Disney World Resort's reopening in July, and I'm happy and excited to share tips and advice for your next visit.
I've been a preschool teacher for nearly 20 years, and love to incorporate my love of Disney into the classroom whenever possible. In my free time, you can usually find me at a live concert or in a movie theatre. I'm a big fan of Marvel movies, which I was introduced to by my fellow planDisney panel member, Tania. I enjoy participating in runDisney events – I'm a proud finisher of the 2013 Goofy's Race-and-a-Half Challenge, and completed nine Princess Half-Marathons and several Disney Fairy Tale Challenges! I'm proud to be one of two 2014 panelists from "Sweet Home Alabama" – I love my Auburn Tigers! War Eagle! When I'm at Walt Disney World, you can usually find me at Magic Kingdom, looking for the Dapper Dans. I'm a boy-band fangirl, and my favorite Mouseketeer will always be Justin Timberlake.
About My Family
My handsome prince John and I have been married since 1997. I truly married my best friend – what a blessing! He's supportive of my adventurous spirit, which has allowed me to follow my dream of becoming a part of planDisney. We have two beautiful daughters who love Disney as much as I do. Our oldest has dreams of her future wedding being held at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa with a Disney Cruise Line honeymoon! (I hope she doesn't mind if we tag along...) Our youngest is a thrill-seeker, always hoping for a front seat on Rock ‘n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, or Space Mountain. (On one of our Disney cruises she rode the AquaDuck more than 30 times!)
I enjoy Disney vacations as a family, and have also loved Mom/Daughter trips, as well as a visit or two with just my husband. We've made so many wonderful memories throughout the years on our Disney adventures, and are always looking forward to the next one!
About My Disney Experience
Ever since my first visit to Walt Disney World Resort at the age of 5, I've been in love with all-things-Disney. Some of my fondest childhood memories are listening to my Disney vinyl records, with read-along storybooks, for hours! Our family has always loved visiting the parks and in 2005 decided to make our first magical voyage aboard Disney Cruise Line. We've been hooked ever since! Our favorite thing about a Disney Cruise Line vacation is disconnecting – from phone calls, email, etc., and just spending quality time together as a family.
For me, there's nothing more magical than a Land and Sea vacation, combining a visit to Walt Disney World Resort with a Disney Cruise Line vacation. I'm always planning and dreaming about our next adventure!
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Jun 13, 2021
Susan from TN asked“We have Boo Bash tickets for October 12th and have linked them to our My Disney Experience account. Do we also need to make a park reservation for that day? We will not be going to the Magic Kingdom before 7:00pm.”Diane AnsweredHi Susan, and Boo to You!I was SOOOOOO excited when Walt Disney World announced their all-new Halloween event for 2021 - The Disney After Hours Boo Bash! Halloween is my favorite holiday (don't tell... - On Jun 8, 2021
Leanna from TN asked“Hello! I’m pretty sure my group qualifies for the early purchase window for Boo bash, but I can’t figure out how to purchase tickets. Where can I find that?”Diane AnsweredBibbidi Bobbidi BOO, LeAnna!Thanks for stopping by planDisney with your question - I'm hauntingly happy to help.It sounds like you have a Walt Disney World Resort vacation coming up this fall! Fall... - On Jun 8, 2021
Deanna from NJ asked“How do I buy tickets for Disney's Boo Bash?”Diane AnsweredHi there, Deanna!Thanks for stopping by planDisney with your question about Walt Disney World Resort's newest offering for the fall - Disney After Hours Boo Bash.Tickets for this all new... - On Jun 8, 2021
Carly from OK asked“When I bought my Boo Bash tickets this morning, I was told I would be able to link them to my disney experience. After linking and assigning them to my family, they aren't showing anywhere and it wont allow me to relink them. What should I do?”Diane AnsweredBoo to You, Carly!Thanks for dropping by planDisney! I'm as happy as one of Haunted Mansion's 999 happy haunts to hear that you were able to purchase Boo Bash tickets for your October Walt Disney... - On Jun 8, 2021
Mendy from CO asked“Help! I’m trying to buy tickets to the boo bash and the phone is just tinging as busy. Is there a way to do it online? Is there another number that I can call?”Diane AnsweredBibbidi Bobbidi BOO, Mendy!I'm devilishly delighted to have you visit planDisney with your question about my favorite time of year - HALLOWEEN!My friends and I will be visiting Walt Disney World...