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5. Disney Springs First of all, like the parks, it’s worth having an idea as to how Disney Springs is laid out. In short, it sits on the south edge of the gorgeous Lake Buena Vista, and is made up of four main locations – West Side (pretty self-explanatory), Town Center (again, the clue’s in the name), The Landing (a ...

4. Attractions For fantastic points-of-view of this vibrant entertainment district – and even Disney World Resort – head over to West Side and reach for the sky on Aerophile’s hot air balloon (far more secure than a flying carpet) as your whisked to heights of 400ft. But if you think wetter is better, check out the Italian Water Taxi Tours ...

2. The Dining Package Yes, there’s even a dining package. It does of course come at an additional cost when making a reservation, but there’s no wonder considering you can enjoy lunch at the Lady and the Tramp-inspired Tony’s Town Square Restaurant (careful with that spaghetti) followed a special VIP viewing of the parade, where you’ll be able to enjoy incredible ...

1. Tiana’s Riverboat Party Package Have you ever wanted to meet The Princess and the Frog’s Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen? Well, with this parade, you can. The package includes special viewings of the parade, too, and you’ll also get to enjoy some ice cream on the water with the Liberty Square Riverboat where you’ll begin a cruise around the ...

6. The Atmosphere You can expect a whirlwind of emotions during this truly absorbing, nostalgic march. One minute you’ll feel like you’re under the sea, the next you’ll be flying high with Pan and Wendy. Whichever character your mind will want to go on an adventure with during this parade, with their welcoming waves and friendly smiles, every single one ...

5. Its Lasting Impression Whether you see it on your first day in Disney World or your last, the Festival of Fantasy Parade will leave you with long-lasting memories. Of course, the same can be said of countless other experiences throughout the resort, but the parade’s atmosphere is so captivating, its mood so uplifting and its celebration of Disney classics ...

4. Its Frequency You won’t need to wait forever after to enjoy this fantasy-inspired, fairy tale festival, as it takes place each afternoon (weather dependant). So always leave enough time to make your way to Magic Kingdom Park and find a decent spot where you’ll be both comfortable and able to enjoy fantastic points-of-view.

3. Taking Pictures While you won’t want to watch the parade through your smartphone camera, having it ready to snap plenty of pictures isn’t a bad idea. After all, what better way is there to capture such a special experience? Sure, you’ll leave with some wonderful memories, but you won’t be able to upload those to your social media accounts ...

10. The Characters The parade is a great way to see a whole line-up of characters in one go. Be a part of Ariel’s world as she swims along the streets, be frozen with awe at Anna, Elsa and Olaf, shiver your timbers as Hook sails through, and catch a sprinkling of fairy dust from Tinker Bell as she flutters ...

9. The Aesthetics Disney World is no stranger to awe-inspiring special effects, and this parade is no exception. Behold a dazzling assortment of costumes from your favourite characters and the supporting street dancers to vibrant floats – each designed according to their respective inhabitants’ world. There’s even a fire-breathing dragon, which proves just how “hot” this parade is right now.