The Disney Dork

I have visited Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida numerous times.  So many in fact, that my husband rolls his eyes when I begin to count on my fingers (and toes) and recall each trip with vivid memory.  Given the opportunity to talk with others, the conversation inevitably meanders to the topic of family travel and pastimes, in which case, someone will typically ask, "Have you ever taken a trip to Disneyland?"  My husband, whom I must add is a delightful man, knows that this is his cue to find a comfy seat, or begin to plan is exit route.  He knows what my unsuspecting conversationist does not....this could take a while.  His question has just unleashed a fury of information he may or may not welcome.  

My rebuttal question to this is always, "Do you mean Disneyland or Walt Disney World?"  The answer to this helps to guide the remaining conversation with the poor individual who didn't know he was looking into the eyes of a self-proclaimed Disney Dork.  How could he possibly have known that I would most likely rattle on for a good length of time on information he didn't ask for regarding planning for, getting to, and enjoying time spent at Disney World.  When the answer comes back as, "What do you mean?  Aren't they the same?"  I know I've just been given the green light to teach a great lesson on all things Disney.

Once I have established that we are, in fact, talking about Walt Disney World, the resort that began in 1971 with The Magic Kingdom, I look around to ensure that my husband realizes what has just occurred, and I begin my dork-filled rant.

It is mostly welcomed by folks I come into contact with.  Many have heard that I know a thing or two about planning a trip to the most "magical place on Earth" and stop by for advice on their upcoming trip.  On average I help to plan 4 or 5 trips to Disney World each year for friends, relatives and acquaintances.  Mind you, I am NOT a travel agent, nor do I know absolutely all there is to know about WDW.  I'm just a dork who loves to talk and plan Disney.

Over the years I have developed a fine art to Disney planning, and have also created my ideas of the perfect trip with do's and don'ts.  It is my intention to share those with you through this blog.  I hope that you will find it useful, humorous and informative.  This blog will give you the benefit of my Disney knowledge, without the feeling of being cornered into a conversation you can't get out of!