Melinda G, California
- 10/5/2025
About Me
Hello there! I am Dr. Melinda Grant from Southern California. When I am not at Disneyland, I am in the classroom taking charge as Dr. Grant. I received my doctorate in Educational Leadership. I have been teaching high school math for over a decade (I can’t believe that). Education and learning have always been a passion of mine, so it has been a privilege to help develop my students’ confidence in Math. I love to listen to Broadway show tunes, watch anime, and read fantasy books in my free time.
About My Family
My park days look slightly different now that I am transitioning from a “Childless Millennial” to a “Disney Mom.” You can find my daughter and I singing and dancing loudly during the “Magic Happens” parade at Disneyland. I enjoy seeing her Disney interest change every time we go to the park. On special days, you might find me at Disney California Adventure grabbing a drink at the Pym Test Lab with my younger sister. Being with my sister at Disneyland is one of my greatest joys; she is my original Disney Buddy after all.
About My Disney Experience
Being SoCal natives, my mom would take me and my sister to Disneyland tons of times when we were younger. As I grew older, my sister and I would go to the park together and we felt like little kids with grown-up money! While Disneyland Resort is where I get my dose of Disney Magic, I have been to Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, Aulani, and most recently, cruised on the Disney Wish. I am also a Disney Vacation Club member, so I have years of magical vacations to plan. No matter how many times I visit, Disney has always been a source of joy and magic for me. Whether it’s a free dessert at Disneyland or even being the Grand Marshall in the Walt Disney World Parade. Disney always has me wondering, “What’s around the river bend.”
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Sep 28, 2025
Tom from CA asked“We will be staying at the Grand Californian on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, but it says that Mickey’s Christmas Carol Feast at Storyteller’s Cafe is blacked out for those two days. Is the restaurant really closed during our visit?”Melinda AnsweredHi Tom,Welcome back to planDisney! Thank you for continuing to trust us with your planning questions. I was so excited to hear about Mickey’s Christmas Carol feast at Storytellers Cafe....View Related Videos
- On Sep 27, 2025
Matthew from AZ asked“Hello. I was wondering if you can the Magic Key embroidery to the mickey ear hats? I know that you used to be able to embroider t-shirts and other items but I was told today at the Disneyland Hotel that’s no longer available other than ear hats.”Melinda AnsweredHi Matthew,Thanks for visiting planDisney! One of the great things about being a Magic Key Holder is all the exclusive perks! Magic Key Holders can get the Magic Key emblem embroidered onto a Mickey...View Related Videos
- On Sep 26, 2025
Vivian from CA asked“How do I make reservations for 6 people-ok to be at 2 separate tables-at Minnie & friends charachter breakfast in Plaza Inn? They won’t take 6 people and if I try to make 2 separate reservations, they say they will cancel one. Help!”Melinda AnsweredHi Vivian,Thanks for visiting planDisney!Making dining reservations for a larger group is a fine art. The Plaza Inn character breakfast is super popular, so getting a reservation for a party of six...View Related Videos
- On Sep 26, 2025
Vivian from CA asked“where are seats available to watch the outdoor performances? We have health issues and cannot stand a long time. Thank you!”Melinda AnsweredHi Vivian,Thanks for your second question!If you’re hoping to catch the Christmas Fantasy Parade or the “Believe… In Holiday Magic” fireworks show, I know a few great spots...View Related Videos - On Sep 26, 2025
Shirleane from ID asked“When do holiday decorations at Disney go down in January is there a specific date”Melinda AnsweredHi Shirleane,Thanks for visiting planDisney! I see you’re planning a trip for the New Year—what a magical way to kick off 2026!You're in luck! The Holidays at the Disneyland Resort will...View Related Videos