“Rope drop” is just another term for park opening, but arriving for rope drop doesn’t mean you are getting off your Disney bus at 9:05 when the park opens at 9:00. You want to be waiting for the park to open at least 30 minutes before it actually does (even longer in peak seasons). This is the one time during ...
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Lowest Crowd Times of the Year to Visit Disney
Walt Disney World is one of the most visited amusement parks in the country, and as such, there are only a few short periods when the parks are not quite as crowded as the rest of the year. Of course, Disney World is an exciting and wondrous place to visit any time of the year. However, for those visitors who ...
Read More »12 Simple Tips For Having An Awesome Disney World Vacation
There are many things that go into a successful Disney vacation. With some planning and preparation, you can make sure you make the most out of every moment during your trip. Here Are 12 simple tips to help you do just that! 1. Get to the park for rope drop “Rope drop” is another term for park opening. If the ...
Read More »Top 11 Most Crowded Times of the Year at Disney World
If you are considering a trip to Walt Disney World in Florida, perhaps your biggest decision will be when to go. Crowd levels fluctuate throughout the year, usually in conjunction with the school year. Believe it or not, there are advantages to going during busy times. Crowds are high at certain times for a reason. Something exciting is happening at ...
Read More »‘Time Wasters’ at Walt Disney World You Might Want To Avoid
Your time at Walt Disney World is precious, especially if you aren’t an Annual Passholder or Disney Vacation Club Member who attends the resort frequently. Only you can decide how you want to spend your time; however, here are some things you may want to avoid spending time on during your Disney vacation. 1. Going To Other Parks This ...
Read More »Disney on a Dime – How to Save Money When Visiting Disney World
Everybody knows that a Disney World vacation can get pretty expensive. But that shouldn’t stop you from visiting! There are a lot of ways that you can save money, but still be able to get that full Disney experience. Here are 7 ways to do Disney on a dime! 7. Stay Off Disney Property Yes, one of the best parts ...
Read More »5 Sure-Fire Ways to Ruin Your Child’s Disney Vacation
So, you’ve planned your very first family vacation to Disney and you can’t wait to experience Disney through the eyes of your children. It’s a wonderful, warm sentiment that many parents share. But some first-time visitors are prone to making some pretty serious missteps when it comes to vacationing with their kids. Here’s a list of 5 things you will ...
Read More »14 Things That May Be A Complete Waste Of Your Money at Disney
14. Printed Ride Photos A printed ride photo costs $18.95 + tax, and a digital download of the same photo costs $14.95 + tax. If you absolutely must pay for a ride photo (which I usually wouldn’t anyway), it makes more sense to purchase the digital download. With the digital download, you can save the photo to your computer and ...
Read More »10 Tips – How to Make the Most of your Disney Vacation
For many, a Disney World vacation is a once-in-a-lifetime event. You spend months, even years saving and planning for a trip to “The Most Magical Place on Earth”. With that much effort invested, you’ll want to use your time wisely. Here are 10 tips to help you make the most of your Disney vacation. 10. What time of year to ...
Read More »The Ultimate Disney Vacation Checklist- 12 Things You Must Do Before You Go
Once you decide that you will be taking a Walt Disney World vacation, there are many things you must do before you leave. It can get stressful at times, but Disney has a way of making planning fun and easy. 12. Make Hotel Reservation Disney has over 20 resorts to choose from. They are broken down into three categories, Deluxe, ...
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