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Let’s Recap! 1. The Cabins at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort – If you’re in search for a great outdoors feel along with the magic that comes with staying on Walt Disney World property, why not check out the cabin options at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort?  2. Disney’s Art of Animation Resort – In search of a fun, Disney-themed, value resort that is ...

3. Disney’s Old Key West Resort Are you a Disney Vacation Club member traveling with a large family? If so, be sure to take advantage of the great amenities at Disney’s Old Key West Resort! Aside from the beautiful theming, pools, and other fun activities, large families can spread out a bit in the studios and one to two bedroom ...

A Walt Disney World vacation is a magical time for guests of all ages, and there can be even more magic when you travel with a large group! Big family groups make the trip to Disney for a variety of reasons – an anniversary or birthday celebration, holidays, family reunions, or just because! When it comes to finding a place ...

1. Make the Most of Your Time at Walt Disney World Despite some of the issues you may experience during a summer visit, it’s important to make the most of your vacation! Enjoy your time in the parks and be prepared for some of the hiccups that may occur during the summer. You’re still lucky to be on a Disney ...

2. Don’t Try to Tackle Everything It’s difficult to do everything at Walt Disney World over a few days in other parts of the year, but this is also true during the summer. Because of the peak crowds, you are going to spend more time waiting in lines, and the weather may put a stopper on some attractions. Go in ...

3. Stay Cool, Protected, and Hydrated While many of these tips are related to the parks, don’t forget about taking care of your health! The heat and the sun can affect guests of all ages, so drink plenty of water throughout the day (cups of ice water are free throughout the parks!), apply sunscreen, take breaks, and check out indoor ...

4. Be Kind to Cast Members Cast members are capable of creating amazing experiences for guests of all ages, but they cannot control the crowds, ride breakdowns, parade delays, the weather, and anything else that may bother you during your stay. They are very busy during the summer, but are still going out of the way to ensure all guests ...

5. Be Patient Navigating crowds is a pain. Long wait times for attractions are not ideal. Waiting longer for your food in a busy restaurant can make you crankier. While they aren’t fun, these are things that can be expected during the summer at Disney, so it’s important to be patient. After all, you’re on vacation, so try to relax, ...

6. Take Alternate Routes and Go Left Navigating through summer crowds can be tricky, but it isn’t impossible. Find a park map and look for some alternate routes to certain attractions that may not be as crowded. This can also include additional park entrances like the International Gateway in the World Showcase at Epcot. When you first enter a park, ...

7. Embrace the Rain It does rain frequently (and sometimes daily) during the summer in Orlando, which can scare many people away from the parks. If you know it’s going to rain while you’re visiting a park, pack a poncho and stay put. While many guests are flocking to the exits during a downpour, head to an attraction that’s still ...