Ricardo S, New Jersey
- 9/29/2019
- Spanish
About Me
Star Wars. Disney. I love them both. My first trip to Walt Disney World Resort was when I was eight years old. A year later, I remember watching Star Wars in the movie theater. Since then, my passion for both kept on growing, just like the Force.
I was born in Argentina, but moved to beautiful New Jersey in 1987. I've been working as a university administrator in IT for over two decades, and many consider me the resident Disney and Star Wars expert. I also think of myself as a technologist, and am always trying to keep abreast of the constant changes.
I am super excited about the upcoming attractions at the parks and the new movies. I am counting down the days and looking forward to the new experiences.
About My Family
I married my high school sweetheart after enduring a long distance relationship for several years. During her first visit to the US in the mid '90s, we escaped to Walt Disney World Resort for a weekend getaway. Her passion for Disney flourished and The Force was so strong between us, we got married a year later. Since then, together we've been "training" two Padawans.
We all share the same passion for Star Wars and together have enjoyed building Star Wars Lego sets for many years. Some are even proudly displayed in my office at work! We enjoy movies, dinners and road trips together. Disney has always been a part of our lives, and we've enjoyed many trips, typically driving south to Florida.
We all share the same passion for Star Wars and together have enjoyed building Star Wars Lego sets for many years. Some are even proudly displayed in my office at work! We enjoy movies, dinners and road trips together. Disney has always been a part of our lives, and we've enjoyed many trips, typically driving south to Florida.
About My Disney Experience
Since a young age, I've had the opportunity to visit Walt Disney World Resort on many occasions: as a child, as a teenager, as a couple, as a conventionEAR, and as a dad. We think about our trips from very early on. From making dining reservations, to FastPass+, we discuss and plan every aspect of it, together as a family.
We've also sailed aboard all four Disney Cruise Line ships. Which one is our favorite? Tough question! Most recently, we completed the Great American Road Trip: driving cross country and back, making an obligatory stop at Disneyland Resort.
Our trips back home are never sad. Not soon after leaving, we start looking forward to our next adventure, and with a touch of Pixie Dust, we hope to find the droids we've been looking for...
We've also sailed aboard all four Disney Cruise Line ships. Which one is our favorite? Tough question! Most recently, we completed the Great American Road Trip: driving cross country and back, making an obligatory stop at Disneyland Resort.
Our trips back home are never sad. Not soon after leaving, we start looking forward to our next adventure, and with a touch of Pixie Dust, we hope to find the droids we've been looking for...
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Sep 24, 2019
Lorrie from NJ asked“I’m trying to plan a visit to disney Dec 11-17 2019. Been unable to find a single reservation that fits our needs but found a couple nights at contemporary with rest of our stay at a villa in OKW. How does split stay work with dining/tix at changeover?”Ricardo AnsweredHi Lorrie,Thank you for stopping by the Disney Parks Moms Panel. And how exciting to know you'll be celebrating the Holidays at Walt Disney World Resort. It is my favorite time of the year to visit.A... - On Sep 24, 2019
Kristen from MA asked“My son will be traveling to WDW with school and getting Magic Bands that give them access to the room, tickets & FastPass+ but not charging (understandably). We have other Bands from past trips - can those be set up for charging privileges only?”Ricardo AnsweredHi Kristen,Thank you for visiting us at the Disney Parks Moms Panel. How exciting your son will be visiting soon with his school. Not long ago my boys went through this awesome experience and had... - On Sep 24, 2019
Alyssa from NM asked“Hello. When making a dining reservation and staying on site, I have read you have 180 days before the first day of your trip plus 10. So if I am coming on May 25, 2020 does that mean I can start making my reservations on 11/27/2019 or 11/17/2019? Thanks.”Ricardo AnsweredHi Alyssa,Thank you for visiting us at the Disney Parks Moms Panel. How exciting you'll be enjoying the end of Spring at Walt Disney World Resort. A few more months, but you will be packing your... - On Sep 24, 2019
Joanne from NY asked“I read that Disney gift cards can be purchased at a discounted price at a local warehouse club. Do you have a list of these clubs or can tell me how to search for them. I live in Long Island. Thank you”Ricardo AnsweredHi Joanne,Thank you for visiting us today at the Disney Parks Moms Panel. Looks like your vacation is just around the corner. Ready to Fall into Magic at Walt Disney World Resort?I am always looking... - On Sep 23, 2019
Selina from KY asked“In the past Cinderella's Royal Table included gratuities, is that still the same for the 2020 dining plan?”Ricardo AnsweredHi Selina,Glad you stopped by today at the Disney Parks Moms Panel. I am sure you will love enjoying Spring at Walt Disney World Resort.The Dining Plans are such a great convenience. No worries about...