Eean K, Pennsylvania
- 9/24/2022
About Me
I’m a former elementary school teacher, turned stay-at-home mom of three busy teenage boys, living in the Steel City of Pittsburgh, where everyone bleeds black and yellow! Although I vacationed in Orlando a couple of times as a child, the trip that turned me into a Walt Disney World fan was in 1999 when my husband and I honeymooned at Disney’s Port Orleans French Quarter Resort. Planning a trip sure was different back then- no MagicBands, Advanced Dining Reservations, or Genie+ selections to make! After that, we were hooked, and now we both love planning Disney trips for ourselves, family members, or friends. Our motto is “Work hard, play harder.” We take our vacations seriously, often planning over a year in advance, and our favorite time to travel is during the holidays. Now that our children are getting older, having opportunities to connect and create lasting memories is a priority.
About My Family
Even though I originally hail from New Orleans, my husband grew up on a Pennsylvania dairy farm, which explains why we enjoy ice cream so much! I like to joke that I married into a Disney family, since all our holiday dinner conversations with my in-laws include, “What Walt Disney World Resort we should stay in next?” or “What is the best restaurant in EPCOT?” When I’m not shuttling my kids to piano, golf, or theater practice, I love planning elaborate meals and researching recipes- and my boys love to eat; in fact, our Disney vacations always revolve around eating!
About My Disney Experience
My first trip to Walt Disney World was in 1980 with my parents and grandparents; it's hard to imagine a time before EPCOT existed! I still remember how excited my dad was to ride Pirates of the Caribbean and watch The Hall of Presidents show at Magic Kingdom Park, and those are two of my favorite attractions today. My husband and I have vacationed at Walt Disney World Resort since our honeymoon, and now our kids are teens (and one is in college at Clemson), so they have grown up in the Disney Parks. We became Disney Vacation Club Members several years ago, and our favorite thing to hear when we arrive is, "Welcome Home!"
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Sep 23, 2022
Sarah from WI asked“Hello! Besides the penny, how much does a penny press cost? Also, for EPCOT's Candlelight Processional, will there be restaurant's offering dinner and seats at the processional? If so, which one's will those be? Thank you! Sarah”Eean AnsweredHello, Sarah! Thanks for sending in your question to planDisney. I love that you're offering me a penny for my thoughts!Pressed pennies are such fun souvenirs to collect at Walt Disney World, and I...View Related Videos
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Corrine from NJ asked“Hi. I'm hoping to be able to go to Disney World with my husband again for a few days in March 2023. I know if I cancel our resort hotel reservations 7 days in advance our deposit will be refunded. What about the park tickets? Are they refundable?”Eean AnsweredHiya, Corrine! Welcome to planDisney. We're glad you stopped by! I'm excited to hear you have a trip planned to see Mickey next year! Not only will you catch the end of the 50th Anniversary... - On Sep 20, 2022
Heather from PA asked“My wife and I both have the My Disney Experience App on our phones using the same account. We have several children who have Magic Band+'s. Can we pair our kids' bands to both of our phones or can each band only be paired to one phone?”Eean AnsweredWelcome to planDisney, Heather! Thanks for sending us your question about the new MagicBand+! I recently got to test drive mine in the parks, so I'm happy to provide you with some advice.The... - On Sep 17, 2022
Suzanne from CA asked“Can I find out how much sodium is in Disneyland restaurant foods? I’m on a very low sodium diet. Meeting friends for a birthday & Zocalo is their favorite restaurant. Mexican food is high in sodium. I can eat anything if I plan.”Eean AnsweredWelcome to planDisney, Suzanne! I'm happy to give you some food for thought!Disneyland Park's Rancho Del Zocalo was initially known as Casa de Fritos, where the Doritos brand tortilla chips were...View Related Videos
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- On Sep 16, 2022
Susan from KS asked“I am ordering magic bands for 10 people tonight. Leaving on the 26 to arrive in Orlando and Disney World. Will they arrive to my home in time? There is no option to make note and there was no way to attach payment to card on file”Eean AnsweredWelcome to planDisney, Susan! Your trip countdown to The Most Magical Place on Earth is in the single digits...how exciting!MagicBands are my favorite Disney digital tools! I love that you can use...View Related Videos
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