Melanie O, Maryland
- 6/1/2023
About Me
About My Family
You could say that my husband and I are Wilderness Explorers because we met while volunteering at an Earth Day event in 2013. We celebrated our engagement at the Walt Disney World Resort, and I was so relieved when my Disney-newbie fiancé was willing to visit all of the parks from rope drop until closing, AND he couldn't wait to return! Witnessing my husband shed a tear the first time he saw the Millenium Falcon at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge only strengthened our Disney love. "Someday [our children] will come," but for now, this Walt Disney World Resort-loving couple becomes a beacon of magic when it's time to plan an adults-only vacation.
In 2020, my family topped off my sister's wedding celebration in a practically perfect way with a multi-family and multi-generational Walt Disney World Resort vacation. It had been years since our last multi-generational trip, so it was incredibly special to look over during the fireworks dessert party at Magic Kingdom Park and see our party of 20 turn into pixie dust. More recently, my Padawan sister, Jedi Knight brother-in-law, Jedi Brewmaster husband, and I embarked on a Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser journey to a galaxy far, far away in May 2022. Despite some "galactic unrest," the Chandrilla Star Line's fantastic crew, phenomenal food, and nonstop entertainment offered the trip of a lifetime and brought us closer together than ever before.
About My Disney Experience
A long time ago, in 1990, in a galaxy far, far away.....my parents took me on my first Walt Disney World Resort vacation before I was even born. Growing up a Disney kid, Winnie the Pooh taught me how to dance, and Disney's Sing-a-long song VHS tapes taught me how to belt out a tune. Every year as a child, my grandpa would have my family stop their work at our family-owned garden center for a multigenerational Walt Disney World Resort vacation. I learned all of my planning tips at the dinner table during my mom's daily Disney vacation planning presentations. These annual trips melted all of our worries away. Now, I spend the year discussing my Walt Disney World Resort vacation plans with my mom daily.
My husband, the Han Solo to my Leia, was a Disney newbie when we first met. Now, he's wielding the Disney force with Jedi-strength and helping me plan magical vacations! Even though my heart resides in Fantasyland, my favorite Disney memory was learning that my family's midi-chlorian count was above average during our recent journey on Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. My family has celebrated engagements, weddings, birthdays, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Parties, and other special life events at the Walt Disney World Resort. We always add Enchanting Extras to our stays to get the most magic out of our vacations. The Walt Disney World Resort takes us on immersive adventures that bring us closer than ever to the stories and characters we love.
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Jun 1, 2023
Sara from Dorset asked“I have just booked seperate tickets for my mum and dad to come with us, how do I add their tickets to my app so I can book their park reservations etc?”Melanie AnsweredHello there, Sara!What would I pay to spend a day warm at the Walt Disney World Resort? Like Disney’s The Little Mermaid, I’m so happy that you found planDisney so that I can be a part of... - On Jun 1, 2023
Kendra from CA asked“My SW Galactic Starcruiser reservation won’t let me link my family members’ accounts. How do I get it so they can access the datapad on their own devices? Our vacation planner made our reservation for us & didn’t link their accounts”Melanie AnsweredHello there, Kendra!Thanks for sending your incoming transmission to planDisney. You are about to embark on an out-of-this world experience aboard the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. I’m happy...View Related Videos
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- On May 31, 2023
Marco from BA asked“Please i'd like to understand if is true that there are fast pass for the park attraction that can be used by the guests of your resorts. If it's true i'd like to understand the way to book fast pass for the attraction,”Melanie AnsweredHello there, Marco!I’m so glad that you found planDisney! Your Walt Disney World Resort vacation is coming up very soon, and I have a few tips on how you can make the most of your vacation.... - On May 31, 2023
Terry from Essex asked“I’m from the uk and been unable to book Savi’s workshop lightsaber experience. I did see in here that you could call the recreation number and book there. I called and says they cannot book in advance. I’m not staying in a park hotel. How do I book?”Melanie AnsweredHello there, Terry!I’m so glad that you followed the force and found planDisney! As Master Yoda says, “Do or do not. There is no try.” I’m glad you haven’t given up hope... - On May 30, 2023
Mary pat from NJ asked“where can i find the receipt for my tickets used last week?”Melanie AnsweredHello there, Mary Pat!This Jersey Girl is so thrilled that you found planDisney. Like you, I’m a Guest who loves helping other Guests plan and experience magical Walt Disney World Resort...View Related Videos
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