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8. Hollywood Studios In Character – Aurora “Aurora” in script letters, “WALT DISNEY WORLD®”, “Series 10 of 12” in script letters. (penny) Photo credit Your WDW Store  

9. Pop Century Resort Everything Pop – Bagheera “Walt Disney’s The Jungle Book” (penny) Photo credit Your WDW Store  

10. All-Star Movies Resort World Premiere Food Court #4 – Bambi, Thumper & Flower, “Walt Disney World” logo, “FRIENDS”. (quarter) Photo credit Disney  

11. Magic Kingdom Hall of Champions – Baseball Mickey Mouse “Magic Kingdom”. (penny) Photo credit Pickclick.uK  

12. Yacht & Beach Club Resorts Lafferty Place Arcade – Bashful “Bashful”.  (penny)  Photo credit Etsy.com  

13. Hollywood Studios Tower of Terror Courtyard – Bellhop Mickey facing left standing in front of “SERVICE ELEVATOR”, Hollywood Tower Hotel logo at bottom (penny)  

When I was a youngster, the idea of a Disney vacation was never discussed by my family. In 1990, I took my high school band, for which I was the director. We participated in Disney’s Magic Music Days by playing a concert in the Magic Kingdom. Because I was in charge of about 100 people, I did not get much ...

1) Stay with Disney Having stayed both offsite (in Kissimmee) and onsite (multiple Disney hotels), my first and best tip is to stay at a Disney hotel. You gain several advantages including: Extra Magic Hours before and after regular park hours, transportation to and from everything Disney has to offer and proximity to the theme parks, some within walking distance. ...

2) Park tips There are two important things to do to assure you experience shorter waits and more attractions and shows. You should do one or both every day you enter the parks. First, arrive early! Most guests are unwilling to get up early on vacation. You will experience short lines and cooler temps at park opening, for at least ...

3) Make Advanced Dining Reservations If you want to dine at any table-service restaurants in the parks or hotels (and you should), be sure to make advanced dining reservations before leaving home. Walkups are difficult to get. Book a character meal or two with your favorite Disney characters, enjoy some ethnic food in Epcot’s World Showcase, or try some fine ...