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Walt Disney World/Expert Profile
Expertise
Travelling with children, money saving tips, WDW resorts, WDW dining, Theme park questions. I have also done WDW in an ECV so I can answer some questions re: trips with injured or handi-abled people.
Experience in the area
Extensive travel to WDW (16 trips and counting) with children ranging from 2 to 19.
My motto is "Been there, done that, going back!" I am also a moderator at www.wdwplanner.com, and a frequent contributor to discussion boards at wdwmagic,preservethemagic, passporter,wdwblues,and The Mouse For Less. I can also offer some assistance with Disney weddings/honeymoons, WDW with disabilities or injuries.
Education/Credentials
Buffalo Academy Of the Sacred Heart 1975 Erie Community College-City Campus AAS-Nursing SUNYAB-Nursing
What do you like about this subject?
Disney fanatic----Mickey is my main man! I also love the little details that Walt and his team envisioned to make a WDW vacation a total experience!
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
Still trying to eat my way around "The World." Disney would make this MUCH easier if they would hold off on new restaurants for a few years!!!!
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
There are MANY Magical Touches to be found at WDW. Did you know additional Princess meals have been added? Did you know there is a Pirate's Treasure Cruise for kids? A free Lady Bug release? Pony rides? Ask me about the Photo Pass system and the Photo Pass movie and CD!!!!!!
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
The Mouse House has seen some unrest the last few years under the leadership of the former CEO. I would like to see WDW (and the Disney Company) restored to the level they achieved in "the glory days" of the late 80's-mid 90's.My hope is that the current management team and the Board of Directors can get back on the same page to continue Walt's legacy and do what they do best: MAKE MAGIC HAPPEN!
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Dorcas | 03/15/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Dear Anne, no we are planning the ..... |
| Terri | 03/08/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your reply. We will ..... |
| Renee' | 07/08/10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I've enjoyed & appreciated reading so many ..... |
| Shae | 11/06/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for the thoughtful answers to ..... |
| Bob | 09/02/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much! |
Recent Answers from Anne Stepien
2011-05-08 Dining with the princesses:
Hi Joe. Yes, dining with the Princesses is still available at The Castle, Restaurant Askershus (Epcot) and at The Grand Floridian. Grand Floridian has the most options, including a tea party. I would
2011-03-27 First WDW trip with 18 month old:
Hi Christina. Crazy isn't the word I'd use to describe a trip with an 18 month old. I went down with my son and his in laws and there were 3 little ones from 18 months to 4. Once the adults understood
2011-03-14 WDW visit from Kenya:
Dorcas, Are you planning this trip for 2012? Anne Stepien Dorcas, You are very late reserving for this year. At this point, your options are limited as to what is available at Walt Disney World
2011-01-04 lost hopper pass:
Hi Athena. Since you have the reservations codes I don't think you'll have a problem getting the tickets replaced. Just contact Disney Guest Services. In the future you might want to consider doing
2010-11-01 wdw after christmas:
Hi Angie. I'm afraid in this case, YES! Crowded does mean miserable :( We are talking shoulder to shoulder people, restaurants booked 6 months in advance and waiting in line for hours for one attraction
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