McCayla B, Washington
- 8/18/2025
About Me
Hi! I'm McCayla! I live in beautiful Washington State with my husband and two young sons. I also have a third son who passed away over ten years ago. I work as a family advocate at the children's hospital where he was cared for and have the privilege of connecting families to mental health support. In a world that can be so difficult sometimes, I am grateful there's a magical place like Disneyland Resort where troubles seem far away.
When I'm not creating color-coded spreadsheets and planning my next vacation, I enjoy sharing a charcuterie board with friends, cheering on my boys in whatever activity they're currently involved in, trying out new restaurants with my husband, and walking in the woods with our Golden Retriever.
About My Family
For most of my life growing up, it was just me and my mama. I am an only child and my father passed away when I was young. My mom created a world for me, through songs, stories, and silliness, where happily ever after happened every single day.
My biggest, boldest wish growing up was to become a mom myself, and now, experiencing family togetherness, whether by watching Indiana Jones for the hundredth time or enjoying a soft serve on the Disney Magic, has unlocked a joy I never thought possible.
About My Disney Experience
My earliest memory of Disneyland Park was with my mom on Peter Pan's Flight when I was seven years old. Even now, whenever I experience this attraction, I feel a sense of overwhelming nostalgia and comfort.
As an only child, I grew up with a wild imagination. I was the little girl who recruited friends to be in a production of Beauty and the Beast in my garage. (I cast myself as Belle, of course.) I was the middle schooler who purchased the full "Main Street Electrical Parade" cassette tape soundtrack after a visit to Disneyland Park. Now, as a mom, experiencing a place of fantasy and adventure with my boys, where they can *actually* fly through other galaxies and stroll through Avengers Campus with Black Panther - it's magical for all of us.
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Aug 12, 2025
Candice from NV asked“Do you have email information for me to plan my families 5 day trip to Disneyland”McCayla AnsweredHello, Candice, and welcome to planDisney! What a joy it is for us to be a part of your vacation planning to visit the Happiest Place on Earth!Thank you for stopping by with your question! We're... - On Aug 12, 2025
Doug from UT asked“My family is going to be attending the week of Oct 5, and I see that the World of Color and Fantasmic dining options are closed for that week. Two things, is that a permanent closed (will never be open). And will the shows be shown that week?”McCayla AnsweredHi Doug! Welcome to planDisney! I'm so thrilled you have a visit to Disneyland coming up and am excited for all the frightful fun you're about to experience during spooky season.Thank you for... - On Aug 11, 2025
Pamela from NV asked“Hello, first time attending oogie boogie bash! I wanted to eat in DCA before the event begins. Is it ok to make a reservation at Lamplight Lounge at 3 pm even though that’s when they let us in? Whats the latest I can show up for a reservation? Thanks!”McCayla AnsweredWhat's this? What's this? It's your first time creeping into Oogie Boogie Bash?! You're going to have such a ghoulishly good time, Pamela!Welcome to planDisney and thank you for your question. I love... - On Aug 11, 2025
Jill from AZ asked“Is there a list of what attractions will be closed for dates in 2026”McCayla AnsweredHi Jill!Welcome to planDisney! I'm so glad you stopped by with your question. Sounds like you're thinking about a visit to the Happiest Place on Earth in 2026! Love that! Before any visit to... - On Aug 10, 2025
Elizabeth from CA asked“We are planning on wearing pirate costumes to Oogie Boogie. One person in our party wants to wear an off the shoulder dress, is that allowed? The dress is family friendly otherwise.”McCayla AnsweredAhoy, matey! What a thoughtful friend you are to reach out to planDisney and ask this great question! Guests are welcome to wear frightfully fun costumes to Oogie Boogie Bash subject to special...