Jana T, Georgia
- 11/5/2025
About Me
I am a Florida Girl who has lived in Georgia long enough to claim both states as my own. I miss being close to the ocean but love having seasons! I am Type A Queen of Organization personality. I thrill in all the planning for a Walt Disney World Resort vacation. Choosing a resort, planning park days and making advanced dining reservations are part of the joyful anticipation of a magical vacation. Then when Mickey and Minnie greet us as our car passes the “Welcome to Walt Disney World Resort” sign, my alter ego takes over; I “Let it Go!” and enjoy being in the moment. I love the scents, the details in every view, the music, and being immersed in the stories. I am a Rope-Drop-to-close park-goer, but I have also learned to love an easier pace traveling with kids.
About My Family
My husband and I celebrated our 20th anniversary with brunch at Palo onboard the Disney Wonder in Alaska a few summers ago. By profession, he is a filmmaker. By nature, he is a comedian and mischief-maker (any other Loki fans?). He shared his sense of humor with our oldest son, who has a sideways smile that says you may not want to know what he is thinking. While he has a comical view of the world, he is also very serious and wants to become an aeronautical engineer. Our other son is a big personality, big dreamer who sees the world as Cinderella inspires us: "not as it is, but as it should be." He believes in courage, kindness and a little bit of magic.
With teens, our lives seem like constant movement and change. As they have grown, our traditions have evolved. The Barnstormer has been replaced with Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind as "the best ride on the planet ever!" Our annual gingerbread productions have moved from four-wall houses to Star Wars masterpieces, including the Millennium Falcon, an AT-AT four-footed walker and an Imperial I-class Star Destroyer. And our love of Legos has decorated our home with Cinderella Castle, several Mickey and Minnie creations and an entire Star Wars galaxy.
With teens, our lives seem like constant movement and change. As they have grown, our traditions have evolved. The Barnstormer has been replaced with Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind as "the best ride on the planet ever!" Our annual gingerbread productions have moved from four-wall houses to Star Wars masterpieces, including the Millennium Falcon, an AT-AT four-footed walker and an Imperial I-class Star Destroyer. And our love of Legos has decorated our home with Cinderella Castle, several Mickey and Minnie creations and an entire Star Wars galaxy.
About My Disney Experience
My first family vacation was to Magic Kingdom Park when I was five years old. I am a bit of a thrill seeker, and luckily, I was tall enough to ride Space Mountain. I have been in love with this attraction ever since. I was also fortunate to grow up near Orlando. From marching in the parade with the Girl Scouts, to prom at Disney's Contemporary Resort, to watching my sons light the Christmas tree on Main Street, USA, Walt Disney World Resort is at the center of so many magical memories.
For me, nothing beats walking through the gates of Magic Kingdom Park. When the scents from the Main Street Confectionary meet the sight of Cinderella Castle, it's magic. It's time to step into a world of imagination and wonder. I get to be a kid - with my kids. Although I live in Georgia now, our Disney Vacation Club and Sorcerer Pass keep Disney close. One of our goals each trip is to do something new. We've enjoyed nearly every restaurant inside the Walt Disney World Resort parks and have stayed at many resorts, but there is still a long list of new adventures for our future visits.
We also love Disney Cruise Line and being members of the Castaway Club. A family favorite was seeing Alaska on the Disney Wonder. We have also enjoyed celebrating my in-laws' 50th anniversary aboard the Disney Dream, and my husband and I are still pretending to feel guilty when "apologizing" to our sons for the Disney cruise we took without them.
I'm excited to be a planDisney panelist, sharing my insight and advice to help you make magical memories at Walt Disney World Resort.
For me, nothing beats walking through the gates of Magic Kingdom Park. When the scents from the Main Street Confectionary meet the sight of Cinderella Castle, it's magic. It's time to step into a world of imagination and wonder. I get to be a kid - with my kids. Although I live in Georgia now, our Disney Vacation Club and Sorcerer Pass keep Disney close. One of our goals each trip is to do something new. We've enjoyed nearly every restaurant inside the Walt Disney World Resort parks and have stayed at many resorts, but there is still a long list of new adventures for our future visits.
We also love Disney Cruise Line and being members of the Castaway Club. A family favorite was seeing Alaska on the Disney Wonder. We have also enjoyed celebrating my in-laws' 50th anniversary aboard the Disney Dream, and my husband and I are still pretending to feel guilty when "apologizing" to our sons for the Disney cruise we took without them.
I'm excited to be a planDisney panelist, sharing my insight and advice to help you make magical memories at Walt Disney World Resort.
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Nov 3, 2025
Elizabeth from FL asked“Going to MK tomorrow night to see the parade - about how long is the parade and where is the best view. Would like to see fireworks from contemporary and not sure we would get there in time to see fireworks at 9pm? ”Jana AnsweredThere's a great, big, beautiful tomorrow shining at the end of every day! And for you, Elizabeth, your beautiful tomorrow includes shining -and- Starlight! On November 4, Disney Starlight will... - On Nov 3, 2025
Danyll from FL asked“Do I get any discounts with my chase Disney debit card for Disney world theme park tickets? ”Jana AnsweredHiya, Danyll! I'm so excited you came to planDisney to talk about the benefits of a Disney Visa Debit Card. I've had the credit card for years, and just this week got one for my high school senior.... - On Nov 1, 2025
Rachael from TX asked“Does the bounce back offer for for Disneyland if my recent stay was at Disneyworld? ”Jana AnsweredWoo! Hoo! Hoo! Rachael, I always find booking another Disney vacation is the perfect cure for the post-Disney blues. It's a lot easier to say, "See 'ya real soon," when you know you'll be bouncing... - On Oct 30, 2025
Suzanne from NJ asked“If I bring room decorations will the hotel staff put them up for us?”Jana AnsweredHiya, Suzanne! I'm thrilled you stopped by planDisney on your way to spend the most wonderful time of the year at the Most Magical Place on Earth.Your question has me thinking you have something...View Related Videos
- On Oct 29, 2025
Anna from FL asked“Do you think Typhoon Lagoon will be open tomorrow 10/30/25?”Jana AnsweredSurf's up, Anna! I'm thrilled you paddled by planDisney on your way to lap up the fun at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon. Are you brave enough to go for a run down the Crush 'n' Gusher? I'm typically...