2013 Walt Disney World Moms Panel applications open

Disney has opened its application process for the 2013 Walt Disney World Moms Panel.

This year, Disney has created a social Sports Team Mom specialty, looking for someone who has experience organizing sports team travel.

In 2008, Disney created the Moms Panel, an online forum of everyday people answering and giving advice on Disney vacations. No travel agents or anyone in the theme park industry is allowed to participate.

This year, Disney is looking for panelists to represent these various areas: Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line, Disneyland, Adventures by Disney, runDisney, Disney Vacation Club and the Sports Team. Disney is also seeking bilingual members, according to Disney's website.

The deadline to apply is Sept. 14. More information can be obtained by at disneymomspanelsearch2013.com. The application process includes a series of written questions and submissions. The final round consists of a phone interview. Those chosen will be announced in January 2013.

“This diverse panel of Disney fans has helped countless guests turn their vacation dreams into a reality," Leanne Jakubowski, Director, Social Media; Walt Disney World Resort, said in a news release.