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7. Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain – Asia For something a little less serene, let the dark guide you up the icy Himalayan mountains. Board an old train and catch arresting views of gorgeous green forests as you ascend – but enjoy the peace while it lasts as you’ll soon come racing back down after reaching the ...

8. Na’vi River Journey – Pandora – The World of Avatar If you’re going to experience any ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park after sundown, make sure it’s Na’vi River Journey. This soulful voyage will take you through one of Pandora’s bioluminescent rainforests in the Valley of Mo’ara as you search for the Na’vi Shaman of Songs. Behold a true ...

9. Pandora – The World of Avatar Carved straight out of sci-fi hit Avatar, the striking, exotic alien landscape is undeniably captivating by day, so you can only imagine how it might look at night. But between the bioluminescent plants and the rest of the environment that bring it bursting to life, Pandora – The World of Avatar leaves very little ...

10. Rivers of Light – Asia When the sun sinks into the horizon, prepare yourself for a mesmerizing menagerie of magic and color with the Eastern-inspired Rivers of Light. This 15-minute night-time show – created with surreal water effects, heart-warming music, dazzling laser projections and beautiful shadow puppetry – is arguably one of the most peaceful and beautifully-choreographed shows at ...

At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Park, “everything the light touches” is yours to enjoy. But when night falls it’s perhaps the most awe-inspiring of all the Disney Parks. And while it turns into a “shadowy place” it’s certainly not off-limits. In fact, here are 10 things that are simply unmissable.

1. Consider Adding a Cruise to Your Resort Trip For a truly unforgettable trip consider adding a Disney Cruise Line voyage to your package so that you can enjoy Walt Disney World Resort before even setting sail. You’ll be swept away by onboard activities and glorious destinations. So if you’re going to take inspiration from any Disney character for your ...

2. Avoid the Hottest & Busiest Periods Deciding on what time of year to go on your trip revolves around a number of things, including your own holiday time, the weather and busy periods. Typically, the heart of holiday seasons like Christmas and Easter are the busiest, as are weekends in general throughout the year. And if you’re worried about ...

3. Know Who You Want to Share Your Trip With If you’re not coming with family or if you don’t have any younglings, be careful not to set yourself up for a potentially-miserable time with that one friend who’s a terrible travel buddy. This isn’t to suggest you come “Solo”, but rather that you choose your company wisely. After all, ...

4. Make Early Reservations Things like Character Dining, Special Tours and even Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire don’t only require advanced bookings – they also come at an extra cost. So when adding an experience to your itinerary, it’s always worth checking these things as well as their hours of availability. Remember – “disappointment leads to the Dark Side”! ...

5. Look for Special Offers & Discounts Don’t assume that booking through Disney itself is the most expensive option. There are always special offers and holiday packages on the site for you to peruse and custom-build, which can include your flights and park tickets. Your Walt Disney World Resort holiday is literally whatever you make it!