Diane W, Alabama
- 9/27/2021
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 Sep 26, 2021
Maria from TN asked“I want to know when will the park put up the Christmas lights and decorations this year 2021”Diane AnsweredHo-Ho-Ho, Maria!Thanks for stopping by with your question about my favorite time of year at Walt Disney World Resort - the holiday season!Just like you, I'm SO ready for the holidays. I'm happy to... - On Sep 25, 2021
Christy from FL asked“Purchasing annual passes for Christmas this year. I understand we’ll receive an annual pass exchange certificate that we use to active our passes. How does that with park reservations? Do the passes need to be activated before we can make a reservation?”Diane AnsweredHi Christy!What an amazing gift you'll be giving yourself and your family with the purchase of Walt Disney World Annual Passes. I've enjoyed the benefits of being an Annual Passholder for years, and... - On Sep 25, 2021
Sarah from IL asked“We are attending Disney Very Merriest of After Hours at Magic Kingdom and would like to have dinner beforehand. I’ve booked Liberty Tree Tavern at 7:10pm but don’t know if we can go at that time since we don’t have park reservations that day?”Diane AnsweredSeason's Greetings, Sarah!On Dasher, on Dancer, on Prancer and Vixen, on Comet, on Cupid, on Donner and Blitzen - it will soon be time to celebrate the holidays at Walt Disney World Resort!Sleigh... - On Sep 23, 2021
Honour from LA asked“Hi I was wondering about park after hours for the deluxe resort guests! What resorts are eligible and what are the times for each of them we are also going for the christmas week!”Diane AnsweredHappy Holidays, Honour!Thanks for stopping by planDisney with your question.In conjunction with the 50th Anniversary of Walt Disney World Resort, Guests of Disney Deluxe Resort Hotels, Deluxe Villa... - On Sep 23, 2021
Adriana from FL asked“Is there any special celebration for Halloween?”Diane AnsweredBibbid Bobbidi BOO, Adriana!Halloweentime is by far my FRIGHTFULLY favorite time to visit Walt Disney World Resort! Jack-o-lanterns line Main Street U.S.A. in Magic Kingdom Park, the Dapper Dans are...