Mandy D, Louisiana
- 8/1/2025
About Me
Hey, y'all! I'm a Disney-loving wife, mom and Physical Therapist, and when I'm not working with my extraordinary patients, you can find me having family living room dance parties, sipping coffee or a margarita on my front porch, or planning our next magical Disney vacation. Everyone who knows me knows that I am a Disney superfan, and it's a crown that I proudly wear. There is no shame in my Disney game, and I love sporting Disney bags, jewelry and apparel 365 days per year.
One of my favorite things to do on a Disney vacation is explore the amenities, details, storytelling and magic within my Walt Disney World Resort Hotel. At home, one of my favorite things to do is host parties and get-togethers, so let's get this planning party started! I'm thrilled to have you as a guest and serve you as a 2025 planDisney panelist.
About My Family
My family consists of two proud moms and a kind-hearted, book-loving, thrill-seeking theater kid. We are a loving little trio of Disney besties. In fact, we call ourselves "The Three Caballeros," because "no matter where he goes, the one, two, and three goes; we're always together." We love big, play hard, and believe in magic and the power of imagination. We love spending time reminiscing about our past Disney vacations and getting excited about our next magical adventure together.
I am lucky in love and have the world's greatest wife, who loves Disney almost as much as I do. Almost. We were happily married in New York City in 2012, joyfully became parents in 2013, and excitedly became Disney Vacation Club Members and Walt Disney World Annual Passholders in 2015. Every day, our love for each other and this pixie-dusted life grows.
About My Disney Experience
My wife and I took our daughter on her first trip to Walt Disney World Resort when she was only 10 months old. People had told us that she was too young to appreciate it, but boy, were they wrong! She absolutely beamed, and her eyes twinkled in awe. She reached out to every character she saw, squealed with excitement, and twirled her little hands and feet with delight. Seeing the magic through her little eyes brought tears to mine, and like a bolt out of the blue, I was hooked. My wife and I were enchanted, and we knew that we wanted to return to the magic time and time again. Our Disney Vacation Club Membership has made that dream a reality for us, and we return to the Most Magical Place on Earth four times per year.
Walt Disney said, "We believed in our idea - a family park where parents and children could have fun, together," and that is exactly what Walt Disney World Resort is to my family. Our Disney Vacation Club Membership is our guarantee that our next magical Disney vacation is always just around the riverbend, and I can't wait for the next adventure!
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Jul 31, 2025
Sherrie from NJ asked“When we leave the Magic Kingdom to go to our Chef Mickey reservation what is the best way to get there then back to the Art of Animation?”Mandy AnsweredHey there, hi there, ho there, Sherrie! You’re as welcome as can be here at planDisney.Before you know it, it will be time to embark on your magical adventure at the Most Magical Place on...View Related Videos
A Guide To Dining at Walt Disney World With Your Little Ones
- On Jul 31, 2025
Morgan from FL asked“Hi! My daughter & I have pixie dust annual passes & will be traveling with some family that are doing 3 day 1 park per day tickets. Is there a way to add memory maker to my annual pass so our group can get photos taken while all together?”Mandy AnsweredHiya, Morgan! Welcome to planDisney!Don't you just love being a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder? I know I do! There is nothing more magical than a visit to the Most Magical Place on Earth. Well,... - On Jul 30, 2025
Allie from NJ asked“When will Extended Evening Hours be announced for November and December? Since Jollywood Nights take place on certain Wednesdays, Hollywood Studios isn't an option for EEH. Will it go back to Magic Kingdom?”Mandy AnsweredHey there, hi there, Allie! You're as welcome as can be here at planDisney.You definitely seem like someone after my own Disney-planning heart. I'm currently planning a Walt Disney World trip in...View Related Videos
- On Jul 28, 2025
Tisa from CT asked“I will have one day stay of a resort and the other day will be off. How does this apply for Multi pass to buy and setup the slots wanted?”Mandy AnsweredHey there, hi there, Tisa! You're as welcome as can be here at planDisney.Woohoo! Your magical adventure at the Most Magical Place on Earth is right on the horizon! And since you plan on staying at a... - On Jul 28, 2025
Caitlyn from TN asked“Why is preferred and standard rooms the only available options for french quarter?”Mandy AnsweredWell, hey there, Caitlyn! Welcome back to planDisney!I couldn't be more excited to see that you're planning a magical Walt Disney World vacation next year. Woohoo! And since you're planning a stay at...