Uncategorized
-
Oct- 2017 -8 October
15 Things Every Walt Disney World Rookie Should Know
2. Consider a Travel Agent Are you overwhelmed yet? There are so many things to consider when planning a Disney vacation, it can be easier to call in a professional. A travel agent can get you the best prices, make your dining and FastPass+ reservations, and find you the perfect hotel, typically at no charge to you!
Read More » -
8 October
15 Things Every Walt Disney World Rookie Should Know
13. Make Good Use of FastPass+ As part of your planning you’re going to want to make FastPass+ reservations for your top priority experiences. Nothing will reduce your time spent waiting in line as much as FastPass +. Reservations are available for select rides, characters, and parade and show viewings. Make the most of those reservations! Do your research and find out which attractions tend to h
Read More » -
8 October
15 Things Every Walt Disney World Rookie Should Know
12. Don't Try to Wing It Take time BEFORE your trip to make some plans. Download the My Disney Experience app and figure out your must-see attractions, characters, and restaurants, then prioritize those with your Fast Pass+ and dining reservations. Study park maps so you know where you’re going once you arrive. Some rookies worry that too much planning will make their vacation seem programmed and
Read More » -
8 October
15 Things Every Walt Disney World Rookie Should Know
11. Make Advance Dining Reservations Early Have your heart set on a breakfast with the Princesses? Dying for dinner at Be Our Guest? You need to plan WAY ahead. You can make dining reservations up to 180 days in advance and the most popular restaurants fill up quickly. Rookies are often surprised to learn that you don’t need to have park tickets in order to reserve your meals, so go ahead and plan
Read More » -
8 October
15 Things Every Walt Disney World Rookie Should Know
10. Be Prepared for Central Florida's Climate Florida: The Sunshine State. While Florida gets its sunny reputation fairly, it can also rain frequently and be downright chilly in the winter. Be prepared! Going in the summer? Know that it’s going to be very, very hot and humid. If you aren’t used to the southern climate it may take more out of you than you anticipate. Remember to hydrate, take break
Read More » -
8 October
15 Things Every Walt Disney World Rookie Should Know
9. Be Sure to See the Iconic Attractions With new rides and big thrills filling your Fast Pass+ queue it’s easy to overlook some classic Disney attractions. “The Enchanted Tiki Room,” “it’s a small world,” and “Walt Disney’s Carousel of Progress” might seem outdated or quaint, but they’re the heart and soul of the Resort and were conceived by Walt Disney himself. As a bonus they rarely have long l
Read More » -
8 October
15 Things Every Walt Disney World Rookie Should Know
8. Know Your Travel Times No, I'm not talking about the flight or drive from your hometown, I'm talking about travel around the Walt Disney World Resort! Remember that Disney World is really, really big (are you sensing a theme here?). Pay attention to the estimated travel times that WDW provides. You want to get to Magic Kingdom for a dining reservation at Be Our Guest and you’re staying at the A
Read More » -
8 October
15 Things Every Walt Disney World Rookie Should Know
7. Be Careful of Your Budget You may have experienced some sticker shock when you purchased your Disney tickets and made your hotel reservations, but you still have expenses related to your trip! Food at Disney World isn’t cheap, so be sure to budget for meals. Check prices before you dine so you don’t get surprised with a bill that’s higher than you expected. If you’re taking advantage of the Dis
Read More » -
8 October
15 Things Every Walt Disney World Rookie Should Know
6. Make Sure You Get The Ticket Package That's Right for You It might seem like a no-brainer – if you're going to be at Disney World for seven days, you need a 7 day ticket, right? Maybe, but probably not. Remember that there are lots of things to do at Walt Disney World that aren't part of a Park Hopper ticket. Disney Springs is worth visiting and there is no entrance fee. The Resort Hotels often
Read More » -
8 October
15 Things Every Walt Disney World Rookie Should Know
5. Don't Overdo It Disney Veterans know that “getting the most out of every minute” doesn’t mean pushing yourselves to the point of exhaustion. Disney Vets have all witnessed meltdowns from guests (of all ages) who are hot, tired, and over-stimulated. To avoid the meltdown, take frequent breaks to snack, hydrate, and relax. Especially during the summer months, consider going to a park in the morni
Read More »
