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1. VIP Tours In addition to backstage tours, Disney also offers VIP tours. These walking tours are an amazing experience for guests of all ages. In addition to a knowledgeable guide, VIP tours also include express access to a number of rides, and sometimes the tour will even include a special meet-and-greet.The “Day of Thrills” tour also includes an in-park ...

2. Backstage Tours True Disney enthusiasts are sure to get a kick out of the amazing “backstage” tour options offered at the Walt Disney World Resort. These tours are a great way to learn more about the history and inner workings of the parks, and some tours even allow visitors into “cast member-only” areas. If you’re into learning more about ...

3. In-Room Decorations and Gifts Whether you are celebrating an anniversary, a birthday, or something else entirely, Disney World is the perfect place to do it. You can make these events even more special by ordering one of the many celebration packages offered by Disney. These packages include gifts and decorations all set up in your hotel room by a ...

4. Fireworks Cruises If the dessert parties mentioned earlier weren’t enough to get you excited about the fireworks show, you might consider a fireworks cruise. These are available for viewing Epcot’s Illuminations show, as well as Magic Kingdom’s new fireworks show,  Happily Ever After. The fireworks cruises include a fun boat ride, cold beverages and limited snacks while aboard the ...

5. Holiday Parties Walt Disney World knows how to celebrate holidays in style, and you are always invited to join in the fun. At “Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party”, guests are offered a variety of tricks and even more treats. These come in the form of candy, special meet-and-greets, and even a Halloween-themed parade and fireworks show. If you ...

6. Pirates League Being a pirate isn’t a bad idea either, and at the Pirate’s League, little guys and gals can be transformed into a tiny buccaneer and leave feeling ready to sail the seven seas. This experience comes complete with paperwork and a swearing-in ceremony, and is a must for those who dream of adventure on the high seas. ...

7. Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Every little girl dreams of being a princess, and at Disney World she can be just that. Make your little princess’ dream come true at Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique, where she will be pampered and prettied to her heart’s delight and leave looking and feeling like the royalty that she is. This Disney add-on is sure to bring ...

8. Dessert Parties Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Hollywood Studios all offer their own versions of the classic Disney dessert party. These parties are a great way to end any day at Disney World in style. No matter which location you choose, the celebration always begins with an array of delectable desserts and ends with a spectacular fireworks show in an ...

A Disney World vacation is a huge expense. Therefore, the actual trip itself could easily be considered a splurge alone. Still, if a bit of extra money is sitting around in the vacation fund, it never hurts to add a little extra magic to your vacation. These eight Disney World experiences are some pretty incredible splurges that are well worth ...

1. Diverse Drink Menu We also loved the variety on the drink menu here – I had a great Uinta lime-flavored pils (I had already looked to see if it was available at my local store before I left the restaurant), but the beer menu had many other options that are unique to Paddlefish and not what is available at ...