Mandy D, Louisiana
- 6/3/2023
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 to explore the amenities, details, storytelling and magic within my Disney Vacation Club Resort. At home, one of my favorite things to do is host parties and get-togethers, and like any good Louisiana hostess, I have one rule: no one leaves hungry. I'm thrilled to have you as a Guest and serve you as a 2023 planDisney Panelist. Let's get this planning party started!
About My Family
My family consists of two proud moms and a kind-hearted, book-loving, thrill-seeking princess. 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 Jun 2, 2023
Julie from IL asked“First time staying at SSR. Is anyone familiar with the bus transportation? Does the bus make a stop at every internal bus stop before heading to the park?”Mandy AnsweredHey there, Julie! Welcome to planDisney and thanks for stopping by with such a great planning question!In just days, you'll be arriving at Disney Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa, ready to embark on... - On Jun 2, 2023
Jessica from FL asked“Where can I find out more about making custom tumblers on property? Thanks so much!”Mandy AnsweredHey there, hi there, Jessica! You're as welcome as can be here at planDisney, and I'm so glad you've stopped by with your question!Eeeeek! It looks like you have already embarked on your magical... - On Jun 1, 2023
Courtney from PA asked“We are going to be staying at the Beach Club Resort this summer, and we want to rent a cabana by the pool. Would we be allowed to use a cabana on the day of check-in, while we wait for our room to be ready? Thanks!”Mandy AnsweredHey there, Courtney! Welcome back to planDisney, my friend! I'm so excited to see you here with another great planning question.You are someone after my own Disney planning heart, Courtney! One of my... - On May 31, 2023
Rachael from Co. Durham asked“For the 2024 Dining Plan, can we still trade down quick service dining credits for 3 snack credits?”Mandy AnsweredHey there, hi there, Rachael! You're as welcome as can be here at planDisney and thanks for stopping by with such a great question!Rachael, weren't you so excited to hear that the Disney Dining Plan... - On May 30, 2023
Brittany from OH asked“Hello, I was wondering if anyone had a complete list of the Disney babies with blankets plushies that have been released through the years. Both the swaddled and wrap around blankets. Thanks!”Mandy AnsweredHey there, Brittany! Welcome to planDisney and thanks for stopping by with such a fun question!Brittany, you are someone after my own Disney Babies-loving heart! Ever since my daughter was itty...