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Feb- 2018 -2 February
6 Times a Year When EPCOT is Insanely Busy
The Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow, or EPCOT, at the Walt Disney World Resort in central Florida is often the most under-appreciated of the four theme parks. Since 1982, the home of Future World and the World Showcase has been welcoming Guests to immerse themselves in interactive exhibits and attractions, as well as in world cultures, music and celebrations. Though the Magic Kingdom
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2 February
6 Times a Year When EPCOT is Insanely Busy
6. During EPCOT’s International Festival of the Arts This festival takes place in winter, from mid-January through mid-February. It is a celebration of world cultures, which makes EPCOT the perfect place to host it. There are musical performances by local musicians and bands, as well as exhibitions by visiting marching bands. The festival is also celebrated with stage shows and the “Disney on Broa
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2 February
6 Times a Year When EPCOT is Insanely Busy
5. During EPCOT’s International Flower and Garden Festival The International Flower and Garden Festival takes place in the spring—usually late February or early March through late May. During this festival, Guests can stroll through EPCOT and take in the beauty of gorgeously-landscaped garden areas and wildlife habitats, as well as Disney-themed topiaries. Guests can even book one or more of three
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2 February
6 Times a Year When EPCOT is Insanely Busy
4. During EPCOT’s summer peak season The summer months of June, July and August are peak season for all of the Walt Disney World Resort. This is largely due to families with school-age children vacationing in the parks because school is out. EPCOT is no stranger to a rise in park attendance during the summer months. Most days during June, July and August will see crowds in all four theme parks, in
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2 February
6 Times a Year When EPCOT is Insanely Busy
3. On Tuesdays and Thursdays Tuesdays and Thursdays have long been the days of the week when EPCOT hosts Magic hours. That means that there is usually a larger number of Guests at EPCOT on those days, especially non-park hopper ticket holders who are staying in a Disney Resort. Tuesdays and Thursdays during peak seasons are busier than non-peak season Tuesdays and Thursdays.
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2 February
How to Travel to Walt Disney World with a Large Group
9. Begin planning your vacation at least 7 months in advance. Yes, 7 months in advance. That gives you and your group a full month to browse Disney dining experiences online and choose the ones you want to enjoy. Make a list of those choices, and have it ready when the 180-day dining reservation window opens.
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2 February
How to Travel to Walt Disney World with a Large Group
8. Book your dining reservations as soon as the window opens. Booking dining reservations only a couple of months in advance is a bad idea, no matter the size of your traveling party. But when you have a large group, you can have a potential disadvantage if you don’t book as early as possible since restaurants can only accommodate a certain number of large groups. There are only so many tables tha
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2 February
How to Travel to Walt Disney World with a Large Group
7. Be very clear about financial responsibilities. This is one of the most important things to remember. Sadly, money issues can divide friends and even family members if there are misunderstandings about who is paying for what, etc. For example, if you choose to stay off property and rent a house, discuss splitting the cost of rent, fees and taxes. Be very clear about the amount your family is re
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2 February
How to Travel to Walt Disney World with a Large Group
6. Be fair when you book. As I said before, get the group that will be traveling to look at Disney restaurants online if they’ve never been to Disney before, and let everyone make a list of dining experiences they’re interested in having. Then narrow it down with a vote or by drawing from a hat. Do the same thing when it comes to reserving FastPass+ times for attractions. It may be chaotic if ever
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2 February
How to Travel to Walt Disney World with a Large Group
5. Do not neglect reserving FastPass+ times. Yes, you have a large group, and if you’re hoping to experience the parks together for the most part, you need to be sure to make the most of your FastPass+ selections each day. If you’re staying on Disney property, you can do this 60 days in advance. If you’re staying off property, you can still reserve FastPass+ times 30 days in advance. Neglecting to
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