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Meredith Smisek is a kid at heart who works as an elementary school counselor. She lives in New Jersey with her husband, son, and corgi. Meredith is a DVC member who loves music, podcasts, crafting, and "talking Disney" with anyone and everyone.

20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

Cozy Booth at The Brown Derby

18.  Dine with an Imagineer I only recent learned that this opportunity even exists!  Guests over 14 years of age can make an advanced reservation to have lunch with a Disney Imagineer in a small group (up to 10 guests and 1 Imagineer).  This experience is most often offered at the Hollywood Brown Derby at Hollywood Studios, and includes a ...

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

Disney Vacation Club

20.  Become a DVC member Talk about a life goal!  The idea of becoming a Disney Vacation Club member might seem cost prohibitive, but if you find yourself visiting Disney year after year, you may find that membership is a great value for your family.   How many of the items mentioned here have you experienced?    Your Disney must-do’s ...

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

Disney Characters

1.  Meet every character  You don’t have to have a child to enjoy meeting characters at Walt Disney World.  Attending character meals is a great way to see several characters at once.  Look beyond Chef Mickey’s- have you tried Tusker House or the Ohana breakfast?

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

Mickey pretzel _ disney dining plan _ snack credit

3.  Try each of Disney’s classic snacks From the mighty turkey leg to the delightful Dole Whip, snacking around Disney World is a favorite pastime of many guests.  Don’t check this one off your bucket list until you’ve had all the classics.  Don’t forget the Mickey-shaped foods- waffles, ice cream, and pretzels to name a few!

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

Hoop Dee Doo Revue Disney World

4.  Enjoy a dinner show Whether you want to dance with some amazing pals at Mickey’s Backyward BBQ, have a roaring good time at the Hoop de Doo Musical Review, or enjoy traditional Hawaiian entertainment at the Spirit of Aloha show, your family is sure to love all of Disney’s dinner show offerings.  Be aware that these experiences must be ...

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

Tours

5.  Go “behind the seeds” Have you ever ridden “Living With the Land” and wanted to jump off the boat to get a closer look at that amazing vegetation?  This short, inexpensive guided tour will allow you to do just that (minus the jumping off a boat part).  As a bonus, your guide will probably let you sample some fresh ...

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20 Must-Dos for Your Disney Bucket List

Fireworks

6.  Watch fireworks from outside the park Being able to see fireworks over the Magic Kingdom from the comfort of your resort room (think Lake View rooms at the Polynesian or rooms at Bay Lake Tower overlooking Magic Kingdom) is a splurge-worthy item to add to your bucket list.  If you aren’y staying at one of these Deluxe resorts, consider ...

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