Mike J, Virginia
- 10/18/2025
About Me
I was born and raised in the musically-talented, soccer-obsessed, richly-historical city of Liverpool, England. After spending a number of years working with inner-city young people (as a youth worker and then as a teacher), I decided to pursue vocational Christian ministry. This path took my wife and I to Northern Virginia, where I attended seminary and became a pastor of a local church. When I’m not talking about the good news of Jesus, I’m probably watching Liverpool Football Club or dreaming about Walt Disney World.
About My Family
Once upon a time, in a faraway land, I met someone who shared my passion for Disney. Less of a Princess, and more of a Jedi Knight, I realized that my dream wouldn’t be complete without her in it. Over 15 years later, she is still my Happily Ever After and I’m honored to call her my wife. We have two young children — a rambunctious pirate and a beautiful princess. They’re mad, bonkers, completely off their head. But I’ll tell you a secret: all the best people are. Experiencing the magic of Walt Disney World through their eyes is my happy thought.
About My Disney Experience
I grew up on a steady diet of Disney movies and soundtracks. However, despite countless wishes upon a star, my childhood passed without a trip to Walt Disney World Resort. Still, I never stopped believing that “adventure is out there!”, and at the age of 20, for the first time in forever, my dream came true. Walt Disney lamented that “Too many people grow up.” Thankfully, I wasn’t one of them. Walt Disney World Resort brought out a childhood wonder and joy in me. It still does! I’ve been back many times since — on my honeymoon, to celebrate my anniversary, to take my children — and the magic of Disney has only become more enchanting. I have experience planning a variety of Walt Disney World Resort vacations and I’m eager to help you have the best day EVER!
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Oct 13, 2025
Caryl from NH asked“I had extensive spine surgery 9/8 and 9/10 and was curious as to what rides I could go on. I am 71 Is there a list I could look at that would be safe I love roller coasters”Mike AnsweredHi, Caryl! Welcome to planDisney.First off, I would like to be you when I grow up. Second, I hope your recovery from your spine surgeries is going as smoothly as possible. Visiting Walt Disney World...View Related Videos
- On Oct 13, 2025
Stephen asked“Hi, I am visiting WDW in November with my girlfriend, who I want to propose to in front of Cinderellas Castle. Are cast members allowed to video record the event on my iPhone? We have memory makers for photos but I would like a video too if possible.”Mike AnsweredHi, Stephen! Welcome to planDisney.Congratulations in advance! Proposing at Cinderella Castle is such a magical way to pop the question, and it sounds like you're really putting thought into...View Related Videos
- On Oct 13, 2025
Cindy from TX asked“When you buy a ticket do you pay for the one day ticket and then add a park hopper to the cost or is it one cost for a park hopper of multiple days?”Mike AnsweredHi, Cindy! Welcome (back) to planDisney.This is one of those details that can get a little confusing when planning a Disney trip, especially if it's your first time. Think of the Park Hopper Option...View Related Videos
- On Oct 13, 2025
Cindy from TX asked“If I buy A ticket with a 3-day park hopper can I return To the same park within those 3 days? (I want To go back to Epcot more than once.)”Mike AnsweredHi, Cindy! Welcome to planDisney.Planning a few days at Walt Disney World Resort can feel like trying to drink from a firehose—it's just so much fun packed into one trip! If you're thinking... - On Oct 12, 2025
Pam from AL asked“When will Spaceship Earth and the Toy Story rides reopen?”Mike AnsweredHi, Pam! Welcome to planDisney.I love that you're keeping an eye on what's happening around the parks, especially with classics like Spaceship Earth and the fun over in Toy Story Land. It's always...View Related Videos
