About Me:
My name is Amber and I’m a stay-at-home mom from southwestern Pennsylvania. In addition to being a full time mom, I am earning a degree in travel and tourism. I love baking with my daughter and taking the kids to fun places like the park and zoo. Some of my hobbies are taking photographs of my family and making scrapbooks to preserve our memories. During football season, I enjoy watching games with my husband – especially the Pittsburgh Steelers! Every evening, I like to hop on the Internet and chat with other Disney fans and read the latest Disney news. Planning my family’s Disney vacations is always so much fun. I love spreading the magic by getting others excited for their trips, too!
About My Family: My husband, Levi, and I have two wonderful children. Our daughter is three and our son is eight months old. My husband is a chef, and other than the rides, his favorite part of vacationing at Disney World is enjoying all of the unique dining experiences it offers. My daughter is a true princess and can be found wearing a ball gown and tiara on any given day. She loves when we read books and watch Disney movies – her current favorite is Cinderella. I was pregnant with my son during our last trip, and we bought him his first set of personalized mouse ears in preparation for his first “official” visit. I can’t wait for him to wear them and to meet Mickey in-person! Our family is very close and we love spending time together whenever we can!
About My Disney Experience: The thing that I love most about Disney is that they have something for everyone and no two trips are ever the same. I have traveled to Disney by car, bus, plane and auto train. I have been to Disney with and without kids and while pregnant. My experiences have run the gamut, from riding all of the rides to skipping the thrill rides and seeking out cool places to rest my feet. We have enjoyed leisurely meals in nice restaurants and the excitement and fun of character dining. I usually begin planning our next trip while we are still on vacation! I love doing research on ways to maximize our time so that we can fit in everything we want to do without feeling rushed. I enjoy reading all of the guidebooks and Disney fan sites to get information. I hope to share my knowledge and experience with others so they can have magical vacations with their families, too.
Other Q&A's from this Panelist
Just found out about a great place to eat at for lunch- Pepper Market! My DD and I are going to WDW w/DP. For counter service at Pepper Market do we just pick a main item & dessert, or what? Sorta confused about how it works there.
- Asked by Christine from OH on 11/22/2009
Hi Christine!
The Pepper Market is a great place to use your counter service credits. There is a lot of variety in the choices here.
Your dining plan will get you one drink, entree or combo meal and dessert per person. An example of a combo... read more
- Answered by Amber V., PA
Hi There!
We will be attending the Block Party Bash parade which starts at 3:00. We have reservations at Hollywood & Vine at 3:30. I know that we'll have to leave the Bash early ~ where do you recommend that we sit? Where is Hollywood & Vine lo
- Asked by Christine from WA on 11/20/2009
Hi Christine!
THe good news is that the Block Party Bash parade begins at the admission gates and Hollywood & Vine is close by so you should get to see about 15-20 minutes of the parade before you'll need to check in for your ADR. I would... read more
- Answered by Amber V., PA
We´re going to MK on Dec 8th, the park opens at 9. In order to be entering as soon as they open, what hour should i be at the parking lot? I mean, can we take the monorail earlier in order to be at main street at 9AM or before? Thanks
- Asked by Diego from bs as on 11/20/2009
Hi Diego!
The monorail usually begins running routes to the Magic Kingdom at 7:30 am. In order to be in front of the park for the rope drop and opening ceremony, I would plan to arrive at the Transportation and Ticket Center between 8:00 and... read more
- Answered by Amber V., PA
We leave in 3 days for our 1st family vacation to disney!! We are staying at the coronado. Any room suggestions? can we request a certain location? do they come with coffee in room?
- Asked by Jason on 11/21/2009
Hi Jason! Wow, you must be getting very excited!! Only a couple of more days to go.
I have stayed at Coronado Springs twice and really enjoyed each of my visits. It's a beautiful resort!
I personally prefer the Cabanas section of the resort.... read more
- Answered by Amber V., PA
Hello panel ! Already made 2 ADR so far, just found out that my dad will start Kidney Dialysis before we go to Disney, he has diatery needs now, how can i make sure he still follows what he can and can not have while we are there? Thank You !
- Asked by kelly from TX on 11/21/2009
Hi Kelly!
The good news is that the culinary staff at all of the Disney restaurants are used to catering to all types of special diets and food needs.
You should call Disney Dining and have them update your current ADRs with the information... read more
- Answered by Amber V., PA