planDisney Class of 2026: Meet the 18 New Panelists

planDisney has officially welcomed its Class of 2026, adding 18 new panelists to a panel now totaling 50 Disney vacation-planning experts. The new class trained together at Disneyland Resort in early December 2025, covering planning tools, upcoming events, and insider knowledge across Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, and Disneyland Paris. Guests can submit planning questions year-round at planDisney.com.

planDisney has officially launched its Class of 2026, welcoming 18 new panelists to join 32 returning alumni for a total panel of 50 Disney vacation-planning experts. The new class trained together at Disneyland Resort in early December 2025, covering everything from park planning tools to upcoming events across the full portfolio of Disney destinations.

Training at Disneyland Resort

Before the Class of 2026 began answering guest questions, the new panelists gathered at Disneyland Resort in early December 2025 for a dedicated training week. The curriculum covered deep dives into Disney planning tools, upcoming events arriving at Disney destinations, and the community dynamics that define the planDisney panel. The training ensures every panelist carries current, firsthand knowledge before fielding guest queries.

A Panel Representing Every Type of Disney Traveler

The Class of 2026 draws from a broad range of backgrounds and travel styles — families with toddlers, large multi-generational groups, solo adult Disney travelers, first-time cruisers, and long-time Disney Vacation Club members. Panelists span multiple continents, with specialists answering in both English and French.

Meet the 18 New panDisney Panelists

• Abi K. (Walt Disney World) — Scotland-based mum of two; specialty is attractions, having ridden them all.
• Allison F. (Walt Disney World) — Mom of two; expert at planning Disney vacations for young children.
• Bev W. (Disneyland Resort) — Specialist in visiting the parks with toddlers under three.
• Casey S. (Walt Disney World) — Covers resorts, dining, and guests from newborns to young adults.
• Catherine T. (Disney Cruise Line) — Cruising mom; specialty is rotational dining and port adventures.
• Corey H. (Disneyland Resort) — Disney dad and musician with expertise in park entertainment.
• Elizabeth L. (Walt Disney World) — Mom of six with grandchild experience; specializes in large multi-age-group trips.
• Karmeen M. (Disneyland Resort) — Expert in trips that include navigating sensory needs and finding prime photo locations.
• Kimberly B. (Disneyland Resort) — Covers the full day from rope drop to closing time.
• Kurt W. (Walt Disney World) — Retired broadcaster and grandfather of four; specialty is grandparent trips.
• Melanie A. (Walt Disney World) — Disney Adult specialist; focused on adults-only trip planning.
• Michelle W. (Walt Disney World) — Florida local and military wife; assists first-timers, foodies, and festival attendees.
• Olivier C. (Walt Disney World) — Canadian panelist; covers Lightning Lane, transportation, and special events in English and French.
• Rana M. (Disney Cruise Line) — Specialty is first-time cruisers and guests with dietary restrictions, including Halal.
• Robert D. (Walt Disney World) — Covers all aspects of Disney vacations, including Make-A-Wish trips.
• Sakinah W. (Walt Disney World) — Event planner by profession; specializes in the My Disney Experience app and mobility accommodations.
• Scott S. (Walt Disney World) — Disney dad of two; focuses on Walt Disney World Resort hotel experiences.
• Sean M. (Disney Vacation Club) — Specialty is maximizing DVC membership points and benefits.

About planDisney

planDisney is an online resource where guests can submit Disney vacation planning questions and receive personalized, firsthand answers from a panel of experienced Disney fans. The panel covers Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, and international destinations including Disneyland Paris. Questions can be submitted year-round at plandisney.disney.go.com.

What This Means for Disney Vacation Planners

The expanded planDisney panel now covers more niche travel scenarios than ever — from guests navigating sensory needs to international visitors planning their first cruise. With 50 panelists across Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, and Disneyland Paris, there is likely a panelist whose experience closely matches any planning scenario. Submit questions at plandisney.disney.go.com.