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13 Essential Experiences Everyone Must Have at Walt Disney World

13. Photos in front of Cinderella Castle You might be surprised to learn how many guests visit the Magic Kingdom and actually do not get a (decent) photo of themselves in front of Cinderella Castle. Whether they take a poorly angled selfie, photos of the castle alone, or are simply too busy rushing to Space Mountain, many guests leave wit

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13 Essential Experiences Everyone Must Have at Walt Disney World

Whether you’ve visited the Walt Disney World Resort more times than you can count or you’re planning your first vacation there soon, there are just some experience you must have during your trip.

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10 Tips for Tackling Walt Disney World Parks

1. Meet the characters Meeting Disney characters can be fun for guests of all ages. Whether you have children or not, hop in line to meet a favorite character and take in the whole experience and leave with some wonderful photos to bring home.

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10 Tips for Tackling Walt Disney World Parks

2. See more than rides Don’t skip shows, parades, or animal encounters because they are not rides! There is so much to the Walt Disney World Resort besides the rides, and so many other offerings that are worth your time. You may be surprised and even find a show you enjoy more than a ride.

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10 Tips for Tackling Walt Disney World Parks

3. Check the mobile app or times guide Much of the planning that goes into a Disney vacation can actually be done while you’re in the parks. Be sure to check the times of attractions, events, and entertainment by using either the paper times guide or the My Disney Experience app.

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10 Tips for Tackling Walt Disney World Parks

4. Purchase Memory Maker If you have the room in your budget, Memory Maker is a great way to capture all of your vacation memories for one flat rate. This product includes digital downloads of all your PhotoPass pictures, ride photos, and character meet and greets, and you can easily get your money’s worth if you take enough photos during

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10 Tips for Tackling Walt Disney World Parks

5. Make advanced dining reservations If you have your heart set on a certain dining experience, be sure to make reservations early. Some of the most popular table service restaurants can fill up quick, so having reservations is a must. Couldn’t find the reservation you wanted? Keep checking– guests cancel all the time so something m

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10 Tips for Tackling Walt Disney World Parks

6. Use FastPass Another way to avoid long lines is by using FastPass. Plan to make some FastPass selections in advance, and try to use them for rides rather than shows. For most shows, you will not have a problem getting a seat in the standby line, but with rides FastPass can shorten your wait time.

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10 Tips for Tackling Walt Disney World Parks

7. Take breaks This point is especially necessary if you’re bringing young kids to the park. They wear out easier than you do, and if you have kids then you know the possibility of a meltdown in this kind of situation is real. Even more so when the weather is hot, it’s so easy to become exhausted that taking a break at the pool or the roo

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10 Tips for Tackling Walt Disney World Parks

8. Arrive early Hate lines and crowds? The first hour or two that the parks are open are very quiet. Not many guests actually arrive this early, and when they do they usually rush off to one of the thrill rides. If you’re looking to enjoy the atmosphere with smaller crowds or lines, get to the parks just before they open for the day.

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