What's the inspiration behind Disney Adulting?

There are only two kinds of people in the world: 1) Disney people (we all know who we are), and 2) Non-Disney people (identified by the common phrase of, "Really, you are going to Disney again?") Even in the "Disney people" realm, there's this ugly misconception that you cannot enjoy Disney sans children. Unspoken rules that you can't watch Disney movies, know every word to every song, wear graphic tees with your favorite characters, or visit the parks as an adult without having your maturity put in question. If you are reading this nodding your head and thinking, "yeah, who made up those stupid rules anyway" then this place is for you. That's the inspiration behind Disney Adulting. We are here to prove that Disney is for everyone - grown-ups too!

Can I send you an email?

Of course! I love hearing from other Disney fans and Disney Adulting readers. Please keep in mind that I might not be able to respond to each and every email, but I do read every single one. If you have a great story to tell, tips to share, suggestions for a new topic, a burning question you've always wanted to be answered - you can email me at info@disneyadulting.com.

Is Disney Adulting your full-time job?

Unfortunately, no, but who wouldn't want to blog, travel, and shop Disney all day? During the day, I'm living my passion as the head of marketing for a SaaS (software-as-a-service) company.

What advice would you give to someone going to Disney for the first time?

First off, congratulations on planning your first Disney vacation! My top three tips for the Disney first-timer are simple:

• Take Your Time: It's hard not to let the excitement and fear of not getting to experience everything set you into a frenzy. Trust me; you'll only wear yourself out. Instead, take your time strolling through the parks and plan an extra day to catch the things you missed, go back and enjoy your favorite experiences one last time before heading home, shopping for those must-have items, or spend the day relaxing by the pool at one of the resorts. You won't regret it.
• Know What to Plan and What Not to Plan: There are some key things that you must plan for such as dining reservations or special ticket events, so be sure that you prepare for your must-have experiences. Just be careful not to over-plan your trip, because the natural spontaneity of the Disney experience is all part of living in the magic. Find the right balance between the two.
• Ditch the Viewfinder: I know it's tempting to want to capture every single moment on video or in a photo, but there's nothing better than experiencing Disney magic for the first time naturally. Disney spares no imagination in everything they do, and you'll miss the tiny details if you are always looking through a viewfinder or your phone. Instead, opt for Disney's PhotoPass service so that you can capture amazing photos of you (and your party) without the distraction of managing a camera the entire trip. Or if photography is your big thing, do what I do and plan on a day just for photos.

How many times have you been to Disney?

Oh wow, I get asked this one a lot. I (embarrassingly) don't know how many times I've been to Disney Parks but its more than I have fingers and toes for sure. And that number keeps going up every year. I guess you could say that it’s my favorite place in the entire world.

Can I guest post on your blog?

Please take a look at accepted topics and post guidelines. Feel free to email me at info@disneyadulting.com with any questions or to send in a submission for review.