Leslie K, Florida
- 12/29/2023
About Me
I am a stay-at-home mom to a 14 year old Pirate and an 11 year old Princess and an all-around Disney FANatic. I live in Florida near Walt Disney World, but I grew up in California, close to Disneyland. I inherited the traveling gene from my parents and enjoy visiting destinations all around the world, especially Disney destinations.
About My Family
My husband and I had a Disney Fairy Tale Wedding in Epcot and have been celebrating our anniversary in true "Disney style" ever since — including a dream vacation to Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, in Ko Olina, Hawaii. I surprised my husband with a re-creation of our wedding cake for our most recent anniversary dinner in Epcot. Our children adore all the Disney characters. We are Disney Vacation Club Members and have enjoyed using our membership to stay at all the beautiful Disney resorts, hula in Hawaii and sail aboard Disney Cruise Line as Castaway Club Platinum Members. We have found that traveling with our extended family and friends of all ages, from infants to seniors, there is Disney magic for everyone to experience and enjoy. One of our favorite family traditions is attending Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party each year.
About My Disney Experience
I have been visiting Walt Disney World since I was a little Princess. Living in Florida for more than 20 years has given me countless opportunities to visit. I have also played at Disneyland Resort in California, Disneyland Paris, Tokyo Disney Resort, Shanghai Disneyland, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort and taken over 15 cruises on Disney Cruise Line. We spend almost every weekend in the summer months taking day trips to cool off at Disney water parks. Whether it's a day trip or a week long excursion, we love to celebrate birthdays, holidays, anniversaries and other special occasions at Walt Disney World. We have stayed in tents at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground, a concierge-level room at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, and everything in-between.
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Dec 28, 2023
Nikky from FL asked“Will we still be able to enjoy good food and see all the characters if our chef mickey reservations are at 12 pm when it says they close at 12:30 pm?”Leslie AnsweredHi Nikky and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that your Walt Disney World vacation is coming up in just a few weeks! I'm sure you're in the final planning stages and getting everything in order. ...View Related Videos
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- On Dec 28, 2023
Gillian from LA asked“Hi, I am a new annual pass holder and I was wondering if I need to make park reservations when I visit in February? Or am I able to just show up to the park I want to attend that day? Thank you!”Leslie AnsweredHi Gillian and welcome to planDisney!Congratulations on becoming a Walt Disney World Passholder! We have been Passholders for as long as I can remember and I love being able to pop over as often as... - On Dec 28, 2023
Mary from NE asked“Hi! We are visiting WDW in March. I can’t find any information about whether the water parks will be open. The park hours listed in early March show that both are closed. Is this accurate? I need to know soon so I can purchase the plus option on tickets.”Leslie AnsweredHi Mary and welcome to planDisney!March is such a great time to visit Walt Disney World! The weather is beautiful and it's the perfect time to visit the Walt Disney World Water Parks! I've been...View Related Videos
- On Dec 28, 2023
Corrine from MD asked“How do I get my Disney reward dollars on a redemption card? ”Leslie AnsweredHi Corrine and welcome to planDisney!I just love my Disney Rewards Visa Card by Chase! It's fun to accrue Disney Rewards Dollars and then use them on Walt Disney World vacations. They are accepted... - On Dec 27, 2023
Richard from TX asked“Unfortunately, our flight arrives very early am, getting us to the Reception Outpost in Fort Wilderness around 7am. Will the outpost be open, and can we get a golf cart and leave our bags there until check in?”Leslie AnsweredHowdy, Richard and welcome to planDisney!I'm so excited to see that you'll be staying at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground on your next Walt Disney World vacation! It is my favorite...View Related Videos
- On Dec 27, 2023
David from FL asked“My question is if I pay the diffrence now to go upto pirate pass can I use it as pirate nw evrn though I just renewd my pass in October,ty”Leslie AnsweredHi David and welcome to planDisney!I just love being a Florida resident and a Walt Disney World Passholder! It gives my family the flexibility to visit as often as possible and we sure do take... - On Dec 27, 2023
Andrea from GA asked“if we are hesding to boma from AK PARK, can we ride the disney bus to the lodge if we are not staying at a disney hotel?”Leslie AnsweredHi Andrea and welcome to planDisney!Dining at Walt Disney World is one of my favorite things to do on vacation! There are so many fantastic restaurants to choose from at the theme parks, Disney...View Related VideosA Guide To Dining at Walt Disney World With Your Little Ones
- On Dec 27, 2023
Kate from LA asked“Can we bring in our own cups into the parks such as those Stanley Cups that everyone has these days? Its been 18 years since we've been and back then we used camel packs for hydration.”Leslie AnsweredHi Kate and welcome to planDisney!February is a fantastic time of year to visit Walt Disney World! The weather is usually lovely and the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts will be going on... - On Dec 27, 2023
Renardo asked“Hello, my name is Haro and I’m trying to purchase tickets for this Sunday at Magic Kingdom. The site shows no more reservation's,but can I purchase at park Sunday ?”Leslie AnsweredHi there and welcome to planDisney!Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World is my favorite of the four theme parks. I have been visiting since I was a little girl and love taking my own kids to make...View Related Videos - On Dec 22, 2023
Lilli jo from MS asked“I need to purchase park tickets for 12/30/2023 for Magic Kingdom for a 19 year old. I also need to purchase park ticket for New Year’s Eve 12/31/2023 for Epcot park. The rest of our party had already purchased.”Leslie AnsweredHi Lilli Jo and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you'll be ringing in the new year at Walt Disney World! I have no doubt that you will have the best time partying the night away next... - On Dec 22, 2023
We asked our panelists…“Can a 3.5 year old get on most rides at Magic Kingdom?”Leslie AnsweredHi there and welcome to planDisney!Magic Kingdom Park is and will always be my favorite Walt Disney World theme park. I always suggest this park for families with little ones because, in my opinion,...View Related Videos
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- On Dec 22, 2023
Susan from OH asked“I’m a pass holder looking to book resort for late February what is the best way to see my options? How do I book it?”Leslie AnsweredHi Susan and welcome to planDisney!I just love being a Walt Disney World Passholder as it gives my family the flexibility to visit as often as possible. There are many perks to having annual passes...View Related Videos
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- On Dec 22, 2023
Johanne from MA asked“Hi! We are planning a trip for May and had questions regarding a Incredipass. We saw something that the money you paid for unused tickets could be used to ‘convert’ to an incredipass and you could pay the difference. I was wondering if that is true?”Leslie AnsweredHi Johanne and welcome to planDisney!May is such a great time of year to visit Walt Disney World! The EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival should be in full swing and this festival is...View Related Videos
- On Dec 21, 2023
Jeff from TX asked“Can I use cash at all the kiosks, restaurants and stores?”Leslie AnsweredHi Jeff and welcome to planDisney!Cash is widely accepted all over Walt Disney World at the theme parks, Disney Resort hotels and at Disney Springs. You may run into a few stands or kiosks that can... - On Dec 21, 2023
Nicole from WI asked“ What day and time is Chip’n’Dales camp fire sing along at fort wilderness resort?”Leslie AnsweredHowdy Nicole and welcome to planDisney!Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is my favorite Resort at Walt Disney World! It's almost like a home away from home as I've been camping there...View Related Videos - On Dec 20, 2023
Ben from NC asked“We plan to celebrate New Year’s Eve at Disney boardwalk. Will they have entertainment to bring in the new year? Also what would be the best way to get to art of animation afterward?”Leslie AnsweredHi Ben and welcome back to planDisney!How exciting that you're planning to ring in the new year at Walt Disney World! I remember way back in the day heading over to Pleasure Island, now Disney...View Related Videos - On Dec 20, 2023
Michele from NY asked“Is the pool at the All Star Sports resort heated? We are going in a week”Leslie AnsweredHi Michele and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that your Walt Disney World vacation is coming up so soon! The holidays are my favorite time to visit. I just love all of the festive decorations...View Related Videos
- On Dec 20, 2023
Andrew an from GA asked“I have a reservation at Biergarten restaurant for Friday at 7:25pm ET. I noticed that the restaurant close at 8pm. Since it is a buffet, will they take food away shortly after 8pm? I want to enjoy the food. Would I be rushed? What are the show times?”Leslie AnsweredHi Andrew and Willkommen to planDisney!Dining at Walt Disney World is one of my favorite things to do on vacation! There are so many fantastic restaurants to choose from at the theme parks, Disney...View Related VideosA Guide To Dining at Walt Disney World With Your Little Ones
- On Dec 19, 2023
Tracy from FL asked“I live in Florida, if we buy a 4 day pass how long do you have to use the other 3 tickets? Since we live here there's no need to do back to back days.”Leslie AnsweredHi Tracy and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you're planning a vacation for next month! If there's one thing that I love about living in the Sunshine state, it's the perks and discounts that... - On Dec 15, 2023
Michele from NJ asked“We are planning a trip to visit and eat at all the parks, but are not staying at a Disney resort. Can we use Disney gift cards to pay for goods & meals at the parks?”Leslie AnsweredHi Michele and welcome to planDisney!Disney gift cards are a great way to make purchases during a Walt Disney World vacation! All of my family and friends know that a Disney gift card is the best...View Related Videos
- On Dec 15, 2023
Kevin from GA asked“Hello, we have had to change plans and need to change our Epcot tickets from Tuesday, 12/19 to Wednesday 12/20. We are staying at the JW Marriott. Is that possible to switch on the website? ”Leslie AnsweredHi Kevin and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that your Walt Disney World vacation is coming up in just a few days! I'm sure you're in the final planning stages and starting to pack for your...View Related Videos - On Dec 14, 2023
Taylor from NJ asked“Why is there no availability at value resorts in the second week of February?”Leslie AnsweredHi Taylor and welcome to planDisney!February is a great time to visit Walt Disney World! The EPCOT International Festival of the Arts is in full swing, which brings in a lot of Guests from around... - On Dec 14, 2023
Tammy from KY asked“I am staying at Pop Century. We want to go to a park on the day we arrive. We plan to arrive early. Can I park at Pop and ride skyliner before checkin time?”Leslie AnsweredHi Tammy and welcome back to planDisney!How exciting that your Walt Disney World vacation is so soon! I'm sure you're going to be too excited to sleep tonight knowing that you'll be hanging out with...View Related Videos - On Dec 14, 2023
Lana from CO asked“Can you please tell me how much a one day ticket for children under 10 are?”Leslie AnsweredHi Lana and welcome to planDisney!It sounds like you're in the beginning stages of planning your Walt Disney World vacation. January is such a great time of year to visit the theme parks, so I'm...View Related Videos
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- On Dec 14, 2023
Abigail from ON asked“I am visiting from Canada. I would like to know if I can buy my ticket the day of visit and pay by cash?”Leslie AnsweredHi Abigail and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that your Walt Disney World vacation is coming up so soon! I'm sure you're in the final planning stages and starting to get your packing list...View Related Videos - On Dec 13, 2023
Jarrod from FL asked“Can we leave the park to go out and eat lunch at our car and then re-enter the park?”Leslie AnsweredHi Jarrod and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that your Walt Disney World vacation is coming up so soon with less than a month to go! I'm sure you're making your final plans by now and getting... - On Dec 13, 2023
Deborah from FL asked“Can a Florida resident buy a 4 day hopper pass at a discount if 2 of the days would be Saturday and Sunday? If so how do I go about doing that?”Leslie AnsweredHi Deborah and welcome to planDisney!I just love being a Florida resident when it comes to all things Walt Disney World! There are many fantastic discounts offered to Florida residents for tickets... - On Dec 12, 2023
Hannah from FL asked“Hello, I forgot to renew my annual pass because I thought it said I had up to 60 days after. I realize that I misread, and it was 30 days after. I am one week out from my renewal window, is there any way I would be able to renew it? Thank you.”Leslie AnsweredHi Hanna and welcome to planDisney!I just love being a Florida resident and a Walt Disney World Passholder! It gives my family the flexibility to visit the theme parks as often as possible and we... - On Dec 1, 2023
Nadia from NC asked“I'm trying to pay for memory maker with a disney gift card but there is no selection for gift card, just credit and debit”Leslie AnsweredHi Nadia and welcome to planDisney! Memory Maker is a great way to take home all of your Walt Disney World vacation photos! I love that you can instantly save, share or download your PhotoPass...View Related Videos
- On Dec 1, 2023
Tokla from FL asked“We plan to purchase the sorcerer annual pass on the day that it is blocked? Are we still able to purchase that annual pass and go that day?”Leslie AnsweredHi Tokla and welcome to planDisney!I just love being a Florida resident and a Walt Disney World Passholder! It gives me the flexibility to visit as often as possible and we sure do take advantage of...View Related Videos - On Dec 1, 2023
Susan from KY asked“Having issues linking MVMCP ticket.... I am a passholder and the error says... You may only convert 5 friends and family tickets. Once a ticket is used I can link another. ”Leslie AnsweredHi Susan and welcome to planDisney!Christmastime is my favorite time of year to visit Walt Disney World! I love seeing the holiday decorations all around the theme parks, Disney Resort hotels and...View Related Videos
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- On Nov 30, 2023
Cheri from FL asked“ Is there a done in option for trails end dinner?”Leslie AnsweredHi Cheri and welcome to planDisney!Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is my favorite Resort at Walt Disney World! I just love sleeping under the stars, but knowing I'm so close to the...View Related Videos - On Nov 30, 2023
Anant asked“I would like to book theme park tickets and accommodations for Disney World in Orlando Florida”Leslie AnsweredHi Anant and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you're thinking about visiting Walt Disney World at the end of this month! Spending the new year at Walt Disney World sounds absolutely magical....View Related VideosA Guide To Planning Your Walt Disney World Resort Vacation With Little Ones
- On Nov 29, 2023
Suzanne from IL asked“Can you get Wheezy's Watermelon salad without the fresh mint? My son is quite picky and that's one of the few things he might eat there. Thanks! Sorry it is such a random question.”Leslie AnsweredHowdy Suzanne and welcome back to planDisney!There are no random questions here at planDisney and I'm happy to help you out as this is something I am very familiar with! I was so excited when the...View Related VideosA Guide To Dining at Walt Disney World With Your Little Ones
- On Nov 29, 2023
Stuart from FL asked“My kids and grandkids have a site in Ft. Wilderness for an upcoming trip. Is it possible for me to get on a Waitlist for a campsite for 12/26 to 12/29?”Leslie AnsweredHi Stuart and welcome to planDisney!Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground is my favorite Resort at Walt Disney World! I love the tranquility of the property and knowing that I'm so close...View Related Videos - On Nov 28, 2023
Denise from IN asked“We will be staying at Animal Kingdom Lodge - we are hoping to get on the starlight safari at Animal Kingdom Lodge, how do I go about reserving the experience. There will be 13 of us and I don't want to miss out. Thank you!”Leslie AnsweredHi Denise and welcome to planDisney!The Enchanting Extras Collection at Walt Disney World offers so many fun and exciting things to do beyond a traditional theme park visit. I am slowly making my...View Related Videos - On Nov 27, 2023
Tracey from NJ asked“Unfortunately I had to cancel a vacation. Do I need to cancel park reservations or are they automatically cancelled with my trip, and if so, how do I cancel them?”Leslie AnsweredHi Tracey and welcome to planDisney!I'm so sorry to see that you had to cancel your Walt Disney World vacation. I believe that everything happens for a reason, so hopefully you will be able to... - On Nov 25, 2023
Dylan from AL asked“If I have an annual pass and I add people to the “family & friends” section on the app, will those people added be able to get the benefits of my annual pass too?”Leslie AnsweredHi Dylan and welcome to planDisney!I just love being a Walt Disney World Passholder! It gives my family the flexibility to visit as often as possible and we sure do love taking advantage of that! ... - On Nov 25, 2023
Jake from IL asked“Hello! I'm planning on purchasing a Disney Incredipass. Can you explain how the "5 park passes on a rolling basis works? Because I saw there were no blackout dates, but would I actually be blocked out this way? ”Leslie AnsweredHi Jake and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that you're thinking about becoming a Walt Disney World Passholder! We have had annual passes for over 15 years now and love the flexibility of... - On Nov 24, 2023
Bernadette from ON asked“Is there a charge for your vehicle if staying in the Wilderness Lldge Cabins?”Leslie AnsweredHi Bernadette and welcome to planDisney!Disney's Wilderness Lodge is one of my favorites at Walt Disney World! I love walking into the lobby and seeing all of the rustic decor and sitting by the... - On Nov 24, 2023
Kira from NE asked“I bought two separate park tickets for 2 party guests. I have 2 cards that I don't know which belongs to who, as the app only has one of the card numbers linked to a person. If I were to get a magicband for both guests, will that bypass needing cards?”Leslie AnsweredHi Kira and welcome to planDisney!How exciting that your Walt Disney World vacation is coming up in just a couple of months! January is a great time to visit the parks and EPCOT International...View Related Videos
- On Nov 24, 2023
Michael from FL asked“My son purchased an annual pass. It has not activated it yet. Before he activates the pass can it be transferred to a family member and does the pass begin on the date it is activated? Mike”Leslie AnsweredHi Mike and welcome to planDisney!I just love being a Walt Disney World Passholder because it gives my family the flexibility to visit the theme parks as often as possible and we sure do take... - On Nov 24, 2023
Kitty from GA asked“What Disney Gift Card should I purchase so my son and use the gift card to set up vacation on line for theme parks, disney world resorts, etc. I want to get a card for $1000. ”Leslie AnsweredHi Kitty and welcome to planDisney!Disney gift cards are a great way to make purchases for any Walt Disney World vacation! You can use them to book vacation packages prior to visiting or you can use... - On Nov 24, 2023
We asked our panelists…“Hi planning a trip to Disney this spring. Wondering how seating would work with two adults a two year old and an 8 month old. Would we all be able to sit together or would we be separated into two different groups. Thanks!”Leslie AnsweredHi there and welcome to planDisney!Springtime at Walt Disney World is a great time of year to visit! The weather is absolutely gorgeous and there are so many fun things going on. The EPCOT...View Related VideosA Guide To Planning Your Walt Disney World Resort Vacation With Little Ones
- On Nov 24, 2023
Don from TX asked“Some of our party forgot to swipe their cards on a ride last night, and didn’t get their pictures. Can we get those added to our memory maker pictures now?”Leslie AnsweredHi Don and welcome to planDisney!Memory Maker is such a fantastic way to take home all of your vacation memories! I love to take as many photos as possible with a PhotoPass Photographer when we are...View Related Videos
