2. Magical Meet and Greet No trip to The Magic Kingdom is complete without a hug and a photo with the master mouse himself. As I have said many times before, Disney’s Meet and Greets are one of the biggest factors that help bring the Disney magic to life. The Mickey at the Main Street Theatre is particularly popular thanks ...
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Have a Magical Day: 15 Tips for Tackling The Magic Kingdom In a Single Day
1. Light Up the Sky The perfect end to a perfect day at the parks is always punctuated by the magic of Disney’s Nighttime Spectaculars. The lights, the music, the pyrotechnic displays of color and sparks all come together in a grand and glorious masterpiece. This beautiful display is also somewhat bittersweet for many fans, it caps off the end ...
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6. Go Climb That Mountain If you only have one day to spend at The Magic Kingdom, doing the fan-famous Mountain Challenge might be a bit of a squeeze. However, this writer recommends simply just choosing your favorite. Whether it be Space, Splash, or Big Thunder Mountain, the thrills are always guaranteed. Of the three, Big Thunder Mountain is the ...
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5. Have A Treat With turkey legs, Dole Whips, waffle sandwiches, and Kitchen Sink Sundaes abound, The Magic Kingdom has no shortage of iconic tasty treats for you to satisfy your appetite. If you don’t have the time or the reservation for one of the many table service or character dining venues, the park has plenty of snack stands and ...
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10. Small World One of the many iconic rides in the park inspired by Walt Disney’s own personal touch, It’s a Small World has been a Disney staple since it’s debut at the world’s fair. Like it’s older brother in California, the cheerful, musical boat ride around the world has enchanted (and sometimes irritated) Disney fans for decades on end. Float ...
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9. Just a Dream Away Yet another piece of Disney history from the world’s fair, Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress is a musical trip through time brought to life by the magic of Disney Imagineering at its finest. The attraction is a revolving theatre, taking guests through different time periods experienced by the same household. Though the attraction is somewhat ...
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8. Haunted Mansion Easily this writer’s favorite attraction, the Haunted Mansion is a trip through the realms of the supernatural that no day at The Magic Kingdom should be without. Board your Doom-Buggy and take a tour through this old colonial mansion. Mix and mingle with the various spirits and specters that call the manor home. Sink through a stretching ...
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7. One Magical Maestro One of the best ways to beat the Florida heat and grab a healthy dose of nostalgia as well is to grab a seat and a pair of opera glasses for Mickey’s Philharmagic. This 4-D musical experience whisks viewers away from Mickey’s concert hall and into a revue of many famous musical moments from classic Disney ...
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14. Early Start Simply put, the earlier you arrive, the quicker you get to enjoy your day at the park. Arriving early typically allows two things, enjoying the opening ceremony at the castle and beating a great portion of the crowds to some of the more popular rides and attractions. If you haven’t seen the opening ceremony, go see it. ...
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13. Single Rider Speaking of long wait times, it goes without saying that you will have to wait for at least a couple of rides at the park. Don’t worry, there are ways to make the wait less tedious. Most rides have interactive queues with games and other surprises, but still, the wait can be a bit long. Whether you ...
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