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6. Come Prepared Adequately preparing and packing for Disney vacation will cut down on stress and lost attraction time when you arrive at Walt Disney World.  Sun protection, snacks, comfy shoes, activities for the kids during the commute to WDW and rain gear are just a few of the little extras you will want to consider when packing for a ...

7. Stay at a Walt Disney World Resort Staying at a Walt Disney World resort means comfort, relaxation and convenience on your vacation.  Cast members in the resort are happy to answer questions about any aspect of your vacation, park transportation is free and conveniently located and pools, arcades, food and shopping are all Disney themed and super fun.

8. Think outside the Parks Of Course the Disney theme parks are incredible.  However, there are plenty of things to keep you entertained outside the four theme parks. Know that a Disney vacation can involve plenty of shopping, golf, spa time, wine tastings, water park thrills and more.  If you do not want to spend your whole vacation hopping on ...

9. Budget for the Little Extras You need not pile on the extra cost to have fun at Walt Disney World.  However, budgeting a bit for fun snacks, souvenirs or other little extras is worth considering.  Maybe this means taking your little princess to the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique or spending a bit more to enjoy a character meal one night ...

10. Visit Some Table Service Restaurants Table service restaurants at Walt Disney World are so fun and delicious. Even if you are the type that generally hates making dining plans ahead of schedule, I urge you to make a reservation at a table service restaurant during your vacation.  Fine dining, character meals, buffet style and bottomless meals served at your ...

11. Take Care of Yourself It is easy to get caught up in the magic of the parks and forget to listen to your body on vacation.  Take the time to get rest, hydrate, take breaks from the sun and eat as healthily as possible to ensure you can feel your best and enjoy your vacation to the fullest.  There ...

12. Embrace Your Inner Kid Dance with The Incredibles in Tomorrowland in The Magic Kingdom, wear that silly Mickey hat, take goofy photos with characters and shoot down the resort water slide as fast as you can.  Throw your everyday self to the wind and embrace your inner kid to truly enjoy your Disney vacation.

Are you looking forward to planning a Walt Disney World vacation? Lucky for you, getting there really is half the fun.  Follow these planning steps to ensure you properly prepare for travel  and have the most incredible Disney vacation ever. Happy Planning!

1. Book Early Booking as early as possible means you will have longer to budget for your Disney vacation.  Planning fast passes and dining early on, will help you snag your preferred spots for dining locations and times.  Fast passes go quickly and guests are unable to book them without park tickets, so early vacation booking equals earlier fast pass ...

2. Involve Family in Vacation Planning Involve your whole family in planning the family vacation.  Ask Disney to mail you a free vacation planning DVD to watch with your family.  Cook up  Disney themed meals with Mickey shaped food and watch the DVD together.  Talk about what resorts you like, what stores you want to visit at Disney Springs and ...