About Me:
Sunny southern California is where I call home. I was raised in the shadows of the Hollywood sign. I'm a UCLA graduate and an avid Los Angeles sports fan. As an attorney for over a decade I have practiced law all over California. While I enjoy being a lawyer, my real passion is for all things Disney. Living in Los Angeles makes it easy for me to satisfy my Disney fix.
About My Family: I have a really cool family. My wife and I met in 1991 and have been together and going to Disneyland ever since. She teaches third grade and is the best thing that ever happened to me. We have two daughters: Sara loves roller skating and Space Mountain, while Emily enjoys puppies and Tower of Terror!
About My Disney Experience: I've been lucky enough to enjoy the Disneyland resort as a boy and now as a father of two girls. While it's great to see them enjoying the twists and turns of Matterhorn just like I did not so long ago, it's also so sweet to watch them interact with the Disney Princesses, which is a new experience for me. Just when I think I've done it all, there are new and amazing Disney experiences at hand.
watch Ari's video
Other Q&A's from this Panelist
I am planning a trip to DL/DCA for May 2013. As a frequent WDW visitor and one visit to DL/DCA in 2004, I was wondering how many days should we plan to visit the parks on our upcoming trip? Cars Land and WOC is at the top of our "must see" list.
- Asked by Jodie from GA on 12/30/2012
Jodie, I am so glad you asked me this question. The Disneyland Resort is the perfect vacation destination for you and the family in 2013. With the all new Cars Land and Buena Vista Street at Disney's California Adventure and all the magic at...
read more
- Answered by Ari K., CA
My father-in-law is a retired naval officer. We noticed on Disneyland.com that he can buy a 3-day park hopper pass for $125.00 (for Disneyland which is where we are going). Can we use these without him being present if he buys us two of these passes?
- Asked by Matthew from AZ on 12/30/2012
Disney is so proud of the military and offers such great deals to make sure that all of the military families get to enjoy the magic of the parks with special discounts. Speaking of magical, now is the perfect time to experience the...
read more
- Answered by Ari K., CA
Is their a minimum age requirement for Walt's Footsteps Tour? My son will be 10, hoping we can do this tour, it sounds amazing!
- Asked by Cathy from OH on 12/28/2012
For a Disney fan like me there is nothing neater then the moment you first set eyes on Walt Disney's Apartment. Knowing that Mr. Disney slept here while building the Happiest Place on Earth is just a magical feeling. Speaking of magical,...
read more
- Answered by Ari K., CA
Do I have to give a deposit to hold my dining reservations in Disneyland? If so , what is the cancellation policy? Thanks for your help!
- Asked by Cathy from OH on 12/28/2012
The Disneyland Resort is my home away from home! Here is a link to a video I just filmed at the parks showing all the winter holiday magic going on right now at the Merriest Place on Earth. It is a great time to visit. As for dining, there are...
read more
- Answered by Ari K., CA
We are planning a trip the 2nd week of December 2013 to Disney World. What's the weather like and can you give me an idea of the crowds? Also, I'm planning to play golf everyday....weather is important. We love the Magic. This will be our 12th trip.
- Asked by John from TN on 12/27/2012
You are going to have an amazing time at the Happiest Place on Earth over the winter holidays in 2013. I was there the exact same week last year for Moms Panel Training so I am very familiar with the weather. The good news is it will be just...
read more
- Answered by Ari K., CA
Follow Us