Jackie H, North Carolina
- 12/27/2022
About Me
Hi there, I'm Jackie. A wife, mother and a Disney popcorn bucket and souvenir cup collector! I love living at the beach but being close enough to hop in the car and head to Walt Disney World at any moment - it's only an 8 hour drive. Some of my Disney favorites include Mickey waffles by the pool (preferably at Disney's Polynesian Village Resort), dinner at Disney Springs and filling up the latest refillable popcorn bucket in the the Parks with that golden, buttery goodness while bouncing from attraction to attraction. Traveling is my number one passion and I hope to see as much of the world with my family as possible but I love my monthly visits to Walt Disney World because it just feels like home.
About My Family
I have a really fun family and they love Walt Disney World as much as I do. I married my high school crush on Mickey Mouse's birthday, Nov. 18, and we love celebrating with the Big Cheese! We have one daughter, age 13, and she's the best mix of all the Disney Princesses. She's curious like Rapunzel, strong willed like Merida, adventurous like Belle and hardworking in everything she does like Tiana. Being a homeschooling family, we are fascinated with all the learning opportunities to be had at Walt Disney World. Our schedules are very flexible and more often than not, we are hopping in the car for a weekend getaway to explore what's new at our favorite place, Walt Disney World.
About My Disney Experience
I've been visiting Walt Disney World since I was a small child. Now, I have the honor of vacationing with my very own family! Being Annual Passholders, we travel to the Walt Disney World Resort at least once a month and each trip is so different and exciting! We have vacationed on all different budget levels and have enjoyed top-notch experiences every time. Celebrating at Walt Disney World is my favorite thing to do. Birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and "just because" days are a great time to visit the parks! My family and I are huge foodies and dining at Disney is a fun part of our Walt Disney World vacation experience. Whether you are traveling to the Walt Disney World Resort for the first time or the tenth, with 3 people or 13, I have some great advice that will help you have a magical and memorable vacation.
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Dec 27, 2022
Damian from MI asked“What is the best way to get from the Old Key West Resort to the Sanaa restaurant at the Animal Kingdom Villas - Kidani Village? I tried using the Get Directions feature in the app and the answer is "No routes available."”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Damian. Welcome to planDisney! Sanaa is such a great restaurant to dine at while at Walt Disney World. If you are dining there for dinner, I highly recommend starting your meal off with... - On Dec 26, 2022
Kaitlyn from SC asked“Hello, I received 7 comp tickets in Hollywood studios last year and was give. A code and told they could be used in whatever park I wanted and whenever I wanted in the future without expiring. I want to use five of them in February but I’m not sure how.”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Kaitlyn. Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for stopping by with your question.How exciting that you have some complimentary Walt Disney World Theme Park tickets to use for your upcoming... - On Dec 23, 2022
Steven from KS asked“I need two adult tickets for one day at Epcot Center. Are any discounts available?”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Steven. Welcome to planDisney. A day at EPCOT is going to be so much fun. It's one of my very favorite Walt Disney World Theme Parks. The new attraction Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic... - On Dec 22, 2022
Lee from TN asked“I will be purchasing a 4 day park hopper plus while in town for the Cheer Nationals Competition in Feb at ESPN. Since I have the plus option can I use the plus to attend the ESPN events all four days or will I need to purchase additional tickets for ESPN?”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Lee. Welcome to planDisney!Cheer competitions at Walt Disney World are so much fun. My daughter has been a competitive cheerleader for quite some time and we always love when the schedule... - On Dec 20, 2022
Amy from FL asked“I have 2 old magic bands that i’m not sure which one of my children may have used before. Is it possible to link it with my mom who hasn’t ever had one? i have a ticket for her.”Jackie AnsweredHi there, Amy. Welcome to planDisney!Are you getting so excited about your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation? It will be here before you know it. I can't think of a better way to kick off a new... - On Dec 19, 2022
Kim from CA asked“I will be going to Disneyworld June 20-27 with 6 others and staying at Jambo House. When should I purchase the tickets for the parks?”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Kim. Welcome to planDisney! Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is such a fun place to stay. I just love waking up and enjoying a morning beverage on the balcony overlooking the animals. There... - On Dec 19, 2022
David from MD asked“Can we make dinner reservations 65 days in advance if we are staying at a Disney resort?”Jackie AnsweredHey there, David. Welcome to planDisney. David, I am glad to know you are thinking of making advanced dining reservations for your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation. Some of the best places can... - On Dec 19, 2022
Corrie from RI asked“how do I get to my plans”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Corrie. Welcome to planDisney. Seeing your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation plans is made simple via your MyDisneyExperience account. Visit and log in to your MyDisneyExperience... - On Dec 19, 2022
Lacey from OK asked“Can my Dad in Florida purchase Disney tickets and gift them to an Oklahoma resident? And will he get a resident discount?”Jackie AnsweredHiya, Lacey. Welcome to planDisney! Lacey, I think it is so kind that your dad would like to purchase Walt Disney World Theme Park tickets and gift them to other people. Florida Residents do get a... - On Dec 18, 2022
Amanda from TN asked“We are staying at Fort Wilderness January 22-29th 2023. We would like to make a wood sign while we are there but cannot find information about when/how to do so. Please help!”Jackie AnsweredHello and welcome to planDisney, Amanda! Thanks for stopping by to chit-chat about your upcoming trip to Walt Disney World. Staying at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is so much fun.... - On Dec 14, 2022
Emmanuel from NSW asked“Please confirm that since I'm travelling from Australia I DON'T have the option of pre purchasing Magic Bands. I can only purchase them once I arrive at my resort.”Jackie AnsweredHi there, Emmanuel. Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for stopping by to chit-chat about your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation. Emmanuel, are you getting so excited about your vacation to the most... - On Dec 14, 2022
Mallory from ME asked“My friends and I are staying in the same room on Disney Property. We want use our magic bands to pay for meals. I know when using your magic band the charge goes to your room account. Will all of our charges at the end be on the same account or separate.”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Mallory. Welcome to planDisney. I think it is so fun that you are going to be on vacation at Walt Disney World with your friends. Once a year, my friends and I all get together for a...View Related Videos
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- On Dec 14, 2022
Karen from VT asked“If my party all has park hopper passes do we need other park reservations to book a fantasmic dining package? For instance we want to start our day at Epcot and then hop to HS for dinner and fantasmic. We have Epcot passes that day and tickets with hopper”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Karen. Welcome to planDisney! It sounds like you have a fun day in the works during your next magical vacation to Walt Disney World. Park hopping at Walt Disney World is my favorite way to...View Related VideosHolidays at Walt Disney World | planDisney Podcast – Special Episode
- On Dec 12, 2022
Becky from IL asked“Are travel trailers allowed in ft wilderness”Jackie AnsweredHiya, Becky. Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for stopping by with your question. Becky, Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is such a fun place. My family and I stay there several times a... - On Dec 12, 2022
Tricia from OH asked“My kid is tall & husky for his age (2). We have gotten a lot of pushback when people don't believe he is 2 from other places. What do I need to bring to prove he is 2 when asked? I prefer not to have to bring a birth certificate with us.”Jackie AnsweredHi there, Tricia. Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for dropping by to chit-chat with me about your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation. Tricia, from my experience, Mickey Mouse is a pretty trusting guy.... - On Dec 11, 2022
Aubrey from CA asked“Hi! I am doing a split stay in February. Does that impact my dining reservation start date? I am staying at Saratoga springs beginning Feb 11 the will be at the yacht club for 4 nights beginning feb 15.”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Aubrey. Welcome to planDisney! Thanks for stopping by with your question. You will love experiencing a split stay during your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation. It's such a fun and... - On Dec 11, 2022
Tasha from IL asked“Hello, I'm planning a first ever family trip to WDW and I was wondering if the park accepts food stamps.”Jackie AnsweredHello, Tasha. Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for dropping by to chit-chat about your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation. Planning a vacation to the most magical place on earth is so exciting, Tasha!... - On Dec 11, 2022
Jennifer from MI asked“Hello! I ordered 4 Magic Bands for my family. My son, Mom and Brother are going with me. Is there a way to put my moms watch with her own credit card and then my Brother with his own credit card? And if this is possible how do I go about doing this?”Jackie AnsweredHi there, Jennifer. Welcome to planDisney. I think it is so fun you are visiting Walt Disney World with your son, mom and brother. You guys are going to make magical memories that will last a... - On Dec 11, 2022
Melanie from IL asked“What do I need to do to add my son to my original park hopper reservations? I purchased 5 tickets at first and made the park hopper reservations . After purchasing his ticket the only availability is Epcot for him. Help!! We have to be together.”Jackie AnsweredHello and welcome to planDisney, Melanie. Thanks for stopping by to ask us your question. Melanie, it sounds like you have a fun trip to Walt Disney World coming up in just a few short weeks. My...View Related VideosHolidays at Walt Disney World | planDisney Podcast – Special Episode
- On Dec 6, 2022
Nicole from FL asked“Can my friends or family from another state use my annual passes to get into the parks?”Jackie AnsweredHello and welcome to planDisney, Nicole. It's very thoughtful of you for wanting to share your Walt Disney World Annual Pass with your friends and family. However, once that ticket is used for the... - On Dec 6, 2022
Beth from FL asked“Hi! If I purchase a single day ticket, can I add a park hopper onto it the day I’m using the ticket? Thanks!”Jackie AnsweredHi there, Beth. Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for stopping by to chit-chat about your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation. Beth, park hopping is my favorite way to spend a Disney day. I enjoy waking... - On Dec 6, 2022
Kathy from PA asked“Hi, Does Disney have plans to bring back meal plans?”Jackie AnsweredHi there, Kathy. Welcome to planDisney! So many people are curious to know if the Disney Dining Plan will make a return to Walt Disney World. It really is a fan favorite. I know I enjoyed using it on... - On Dec 6, 2022
Sophia from WI asked“Hello how much is general parking for a handicap person in Orlando”Jackie AnsweredHi there, Sophia. Welcome to planDisney!Are you getting so excited about your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation? My family and I visit over Christmas each year and I absolutely love it. The theme...View Related VideosHolidays at Walt Disney World | planDisney Podcast – Special Episode
- On Dec 5, 2022
Lina from NY asked“First Disney trip scheduled Dec 20-23 with a 2 and 4 year old in tow with stroller. We are not staying at Disney resort. What is our best option for parking at magic kingdom and Epcot? Where do we book parking reservations and how much closer is preferred?”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Lina. Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for stopping by with your question. It sounds like you have a fun few days coming up later this month! My family and I always visit the week of... - On Dec 4, 2022
Tammy from NC asked“i have nine tickets. i have 7 assigned in the ap. i took a sharpie pen to mark initials on the each card for my family members when i assigned them in the ap. but two of the ticket cards i didn't and now i can't figure out which two these are for”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Tammy. Welcome to planDisney. Tammy, it can be kind of confusing keeping up with so many tickets - that's for sure! But no worries, I think we can get it figured out. Do you have the... - On Nov 30, 2022
Chelsa from FL asked“How do I request adjacent cabins for family trips?”Jackie AnsweredHiya, Chelsa. Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for dropping by with your question. Chelsa, are you excited about your Walt Disney World trip at the start of the new year? I can't think of a better way... - On Nov 29, 2022
Beverly from AZ asked“Hi, you guys are great! Do you think Trails End will ever go back to buffet style?? I'm looking for breakfast buffets that aren't $40”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Beverly. Welcome to planDisney! Thanks for stopping by with your question. We think you are great too! It's funny that you've asked this, Beverly, because I was honestly just thinking... - On Nov 29, 2022
Olga from FL asked“If I have a Florida Resident Pixie annual pass can I go to the park after 2pm on a blocked out date?”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Olga. Welcome to planDisney! Olga, I took a look at the Disney Pixie Dust Annual Pass blockout date calendar and I do see where there are upcoming blockout dates during the holiday season.... - On Nov 29, 2022
Tressa from MD asked“Hello! I am finding conflicting information online. Does Liberty Tree Tavern have an al carte lunch menu or is it only the full patriots platter? Thanks!”Jackie AnsweredHello and welcome to planDisney, Tressa. Thanks for dropping by to chit-chat with us about your upcoming Walt Disney World vacation. Tressa, I can't think of a better way to kick off a new year.... - On Nov 29, 2022
Bradley from FL asked“The Epcot Seas Adventures- Seas Aqua Tour used to read on the website as "temporarily unavailable", then became available not too long ago, but now I can't find it at all on the website. Has the Seas Aqua Tour been discontinued permanently?”Jackie AnsweredHey there, Bradley. Welcome to planDisney. Thanks for stopping by to ask us your question. From time to time the offerings of the Enchanting Extras Collection will vary. I did take a look at the...
