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3. Make a list of must dos Having a plan makes your trip to the park a lot smoother. Knowing which attractions/experiences you want to do will help you plan out your time a lot better and make the most of it, too! Eliminate any experience that you can do without, but there may be time for it if you ...

4. Have a park map/times guide handy Knowing exactly where everything is and what times shows/character meet and greets are will help you maximize your time. Most character meet and greets that are outdoors will be during the day, which means if there is a certain character you’re dying to meet you can plan around their set times so you ...

1. Know about refurbishments Disney chooses different times of the year to refurbish their attractions in order to keep them running for a long time, which means that some attractions may not be in operation when you visit. Knowing which attractions are down for refurbishment will allow you to plan your trip more efficiently.

2. Bring a poncho Florida weather can be unpredictable. One minute it could be sunny and beautiful and the next there could be an ominous cloud looming overhead. Many people see the rain as a bad thing, but it isn’t! If you have a poncho or umbrella, you can still continue to enjoy the park. And, if the rain scares ...

Disney’s Magic Kingdom is the busiest and most popular park on property. Because of this, it can be difficult to get the full experience due to crowds and other unforeseen circumstances. However, there are ways to ensure you have a fun-filled, magical day at the park despite the obstacles. Here are seven ways to make the most out of your ...

Mickey Ears Who says Mickey ears can only be worn in the parks?! Having a set of these will take you back to the moment you wore them walking down the middle of Main Street, and nothing beats that! If you have multiple, displaying them somewhere in your room will make you feel like you’re a little bit closer to ...

A Souvenir of Your Choice You can’t leave without getting some type of souvenir to commemorate your trip! My family likes to get a magnet with the year on it to put on our fridge, but a cute keychain, mug or picture frame will work just as well! Whatever you choose to buy should fill you with joy and happiness ...

A Picture with Mickey Mouse I can’t go to Disney without meeting Mickey Mouse, which I’m sure is true for many of you, too! Make sure to get a picture with the big cheese himself and have him autograph something for you that you can have forever. I’ve even seen a person ask him to sign a frame that they ...

A Picture in Front of Cinderella Castle No trip to Disney World is ever complete without a picture in front of Cinderella Castle. Take as many pictures as possible because honestly, you can never have too many! Choose the best one, probably a family shot, to frame and put up in your house that will bring back magical memories and ...

The worst part of any Disney vacation is, of course, the end. Leaving the most magical place on earth is never easy, especially when you’ve had such an amazing trip. The best way to preserve the memories, and the magic, is to take some pieces of the parks home with you. Here are five things you must have before you ...