Mike J, Virginia
- 10/30/2025
About Me
I was born and raised in the musically-talented, soccer-obsessed, richly-historical city of Liverpool, England. After spending a number of years working with inner-city young people (as a youth worker and then as a teacher), I decided to pursue vocational Christian ministry. This path took my wife and I to Northern Virginia, where I attended seminary and became a pastor of a local church. When I’m not talking about the good news of Jesus, I’m probably watching Liverpool Football Club or dreaming about Walt Disney World.
About My Family
Once upon a time, in a faraway land, I met someone who shared my passion for Disney. Less of a Princess, and more of a Jedi Knight, I realized that my dream wouldn’t be complete without her in it. Over 15 years later, she is still my Happily Ever After and I’m honored to call her my wife. We have two young children — a rambunctious pirate and a beautiful princess. They’re mad, bonkers, completely off their head. But I’ll tell you a secret: all the best people are. Experiencing the magic of Walt Disney World through their eyes is my happy thought.
About My Disney Experience
I grew up on a steady diet of Disney movies and soundtracks. However, despite countless wishes upon a star, my childhood passed without a trip to Walt Disney World Resort. Still, I never stopped believing that “adventure is out there!”, and at the age of 20, for the first time in forever, my dream came true. Walt Disney lamented that “Too many people grow up.” Thankfully, I wasn’t one of them. Walt Disney World Resort brought out a childhood wonder and joy in me. It still does! I’ve been back many times since — on my honeymoon, to celebrate my anniversary, to take my children — and the magic of Disney has only become more enchanting. I have experience planning a variety of Walt Disney World Resort vacations and I’m eager to help you have the best day EVER!
Questions I’ve Answered
- On Oct 26, 2025
Patricia from ON asked“Hi! Is the $200 deposit refundable if we cannot go? Thanks Trish Ontario Canada”Mike AnsweredWelcome to planDisney, Patricia!As Ursula sarcastically reminds us, "Life's full of tough choices, isn't it?" And unfortunately, one of those tough choices might be deciding to cancel a...View Related Videos
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- On Oct 26, 2025
Elvira from Europe asked“Hi can we exit magic Kingdom and return to magic Kingdom on the same day? I read somewhere that it could be a problem because of full capacity. Thanks”Mike AnsweredHi, Elvira! Welcome to planDisney.I just love spending a full day at Magic Kingdom Park. If I can "rope drop" Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and end the night with Happily Ever After lighting up the sky,...View Related Videos
- On Oct 26, 2025
Amanda from MD asked“I want to purchase pictures for a day from our but the trip is already over. Am I able to purchase a day photo pass now even though my trip is already over?”Mike AnsweredHi, Amanda! Welcome to planDisney.Don't you just love reliving the magic of your vacation through those amazing Disney PhotoPass pictures? Whether you were striking a pose in front of Cinderella...View Related Videos
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- On Oct 23, 2025
Rhonda from NS asked“We are going to be staying at the Pop resort. Can we request to have a microwave put in the room?”Mike AnsweredHey, Rhonda! Welcome to planDisney.Disney’s Pop Century Resort holds a special place in my heart because it was the very first Disney hotel my kids ever stayed at! As someone who grew up in the...View Related Videos
- On Oct 23, 2025
Nancy from WI asked“How to travel to winter Summerland miniature golf from Caribbean Beach Resort?”Mike AnsweredHi, Nancy! Welcome to planDisney.What a fun plan! A round of mini golf at Winter Summerland Miniature Golf is such a whimsical way to spend some downtime away from the parks. I really love the...View Related Videos
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