Melinda G, California
- 4/25/2025
About Me
Hello there! I am Dr. Melinda Grant from Southern California. When I am not at Disneyland, I am in the classroom taking charge as Dr. Grant. I received my doctorate in Educational Leadership. I have been teaching high school math for over a decade (I can’t believe that). Education and learning have always been a passion of mine, so it has been a privilege to help develop my students’ confidence in Math. I love to listen to Broadway show tunes, watch anime, and read fantasy books in my free time.
About My Family
My park days look slightly different now that I am transitioning from a “Childless Millennial” to a “Disney Mom.” You can find my daughter and I singing and dancing loudly during the “Magic Happens” parade at Disneyland. I enjoy seeing her Disney interest change every time we go to the park. On special days, you might find me at Disney California Adventure grabbing a drink at the Pym Test Lab with my younger sister. Being with my sister at Disneyland is one of my greatest joys; she is my original Disney Buddy after all.
About My Disney Experience
Being SoCal natives, my mom would take me and my sister to Disneyland tons of times when we were younger. As I grew older, my sister and I would go to the park together and we felt like little kids with grown-up money! While Disneyland Resort is where I get my dose of Disney Magic, I have been to Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, Aulani, and most recently, cruised on the Disney Wish. I am also a Disney Vacation Club member, so I have years of magical vacations to plan. No matter how many times I visit, Disney has always been a source of joy and magic for me. Whether it’s a free dessert at Disneyland or even being the Grand Marshall in the Walt Disney World Parade. Disney always has me wondering, “What’s around the river bend.”
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Apr 21, 2025
Clare from Bucks asked“I’m looking to book the hotel and park in June - how do I use military discount?”Melinda AnsweredHi Clare,Thanks so much for visiting planDisney! I’m delighted to help you begin planning your magical Disneyland Resort vacation.Disneyland truly values those who have served and their...View Related Videos
All Things Disneyland Resort | planDisney Podcast - Episode 2
- On Apr 20, 2025
Chad from OH asked“On an upcoming trip, we may decide to leave DNP for some afternoon time at our hotel (Disneyland Hotel), then head back to DNP. Are there any reasons whatsoever that would prevent us from being able to get back into DNP (park reservations already made)?”Melinda AnsweredHi Chad,Welcome back to planDisney—and thank you for continuing to trust us with your planning questions!I’m happy to report that you’re free to exit the parks at any time during...View Related VideosAll Things Disneyland Resort | planDisney Podcast - Episode 2
- On Apr 19, 2025
Crystal from UT asked“I am the account on my reservations for the hotel and park passes. How do.i add their tickets to their accounts?”Melinda AnsweredHi Crystal,Thanks so much for stopping by planDisney! You can go ahead and call me your Fairy Godmother of vacation planning—because with a bibbidi-bobbidi-boo, I’ll have your plans... - On Apr 17, 2025
Krishnansu from CA asked“Hi I just bought two tickets (me & my wife) for Tuesday April 22nd Star Wars Night at Disneyland. We both have the Imagine Magic Keys. Will our Magic Keys let us get into the Park earlier than the 9pm Star Wars Night start time?”Melinda AnsweredBright Suns, Krishnansu,Thanks for visiting planDisney! I’m so excited to hear that you’ll soon be journeying to a galaxy far, far away for Star Wars Nite! I hope your lightsaber is...View Related Videos
- On Apr 17, 2025
Janie from UT asked“I am planning a trip to Disneyland with myself, my husband, my mom, and my 4 kids (8,4, and twin 2 years olds) my 4 year old has level two ASD and I plan to try to get the DAS. How would this work with rider swap and rides she can't do sensory wise.”Melinda AnsweredHi Janie,Welcome to planDisney! Thank you for trusting us with your vacation planning questions. Planning a trip to the Disneyland Resort is especially important when traveling with little...
