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Hi! I'm Kelsey

Hi! I’m Kelsey — the creator behind A Disney Obsession, a digital hub for stress-free Disney vacation planning. I help families ,especially those navigating accessibility needs, plan magical trips with confidence. Whether it’s your first visit or your fifth, I share real-life advice, tested tools, and helpful videos to make Disney feel doable (and fun!) 🏰 Find digital planning tools, accessibility guides & more at adisneyobsession.com

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🎟️ Do You Really Need a Park Hopper Ticket?

Weekly Newsletter Hey Reader! When you're putting together a Disney trip, one of the biggest and often debated questions is: 🎟️ Do you need a Park Hopper ticket? For those who aren't familiar, Park Hopper lets you visit more than one park per day. That means you could start at Magic Kingdom in the morning, grab lunch in EPCOT, and end your evening with fireworks in Hollywood Studios. Sounds magical… but it also adds cost (and logistics). So how do you decide whether it’s worth it? Here’s how...

Weekly Newsletter Hey Reader! One of the first and biggest decisions when planning a Disney trip is: where to stay. Disney has more than 25 resorts, ranging from budget-friendly Value Resorts to luxurious Deluxe Resorts. And while the themes are fun and the pools are amazing, if you’re traveling with someone who has accessibility needs, there are a few extra things to consider: ✨ Is the room type accessible — roll-in shower, tub, or hearing accessible? ✨ How far is it from the bus stop or...

Weekly Newsletter Hey Reader! Planning a Disney trip comes with a lot of decisions — where to stay, when to go, what to ride first. But if you or someone in your family has food allergies, there’s a whole extra layer to think through. I’ve been there. Whether it’s avoiding dairy, managing celiac, or needing pureed food due to a disability, we’ve had to ask a lot of questions to make meals safe on our trips. So today I’m sharing what I’ve learned about how to plan a Disney trip when you have...

Weekly Newsletter Hey Reader! I wanted to share a little reflection from our last Disney trip ( I can't believe we were there this time last year!)—because sometimes the best planning tips come from what didn’t work quite as expected. As you know, traveling with a toddler means you’re always balancing that precious “happy window” of time before the meltdown clock runs out. 😅 One thing I’d definitely do differently next time? Make fewer dining reservations. On paper, it sounded great: a couple...

Weekly Newsletter Hey Reader! Whenever I’m planning a Disney trip, there’s one question that always comes up… which park do you visit first? Everyone seems to have their own tradition—and I’d love to know yours! For me, it’s always Magic Kingdom. Walking down Main Street and catching that first glimpse of Cinderella Castle sets the tone for the whole trip. No matter how many times I’ve been, I still get goosebumps (and maybe some tears) turning that corner. It just feels like Disney to me...

Weekly Newsletter Hey Reader! Disney just dropped a ton of exciting updates at Destination D23 2025, and I couldn’t wait to share them with you! Here’s what’s coming soon to the parks, cruise line, and beyond: 🎢 TRON: Ares Ride Overlay TRON: Lightcycle Run is getting a limited-time upgrade! The ride will feature red and orange light trails, a thrilling new vibe inspired by TRON: Ares, and new sounds from Nine Inch Nails. 🎥 New Disneyland DocumentaryLeslie Iwerks (creator of The Imagineering...

Weekly Newsletter Hey Reader! Seventy years ago this week, Disneyland opened its gates—and with it, Walt Disney brought his dream of a place for families to play together to life. 🏰 And while Walt never saw Walt Disney World completed, he walked the streets of Disneyland. You can feel that history in every corner—from the charm of Fantasyland to the tiny bench where he first dreamed it all up. I wanted to take a moment this morning to say: I love Disneyland. 💛It’s quirky, cozy, full of charm,...

Weekly Newsletter Hey Reader! Walt Disney World has announced what's coming this holiday season, so let's get right to it! Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party returns to Magic Kingdom select nights in November and December! From snow on Main Street to Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas Parade, fireworks, and more, it's such a fun way to celebrate the holidays in Magic Kingdom! Tickets go on sale July 16th for guests staying at Disney Resort Hotels and July 22nd for all other guests. Over at...