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Disney Digest: Your Insider’s Guide to the Marquee Attractions At Walt Disney World – Volume One
2. Pre-Ride Experience The pre-ride queue is one of my favorites in all of Walt Disney World. Guests start by descending down a steel looking staircase with vintage ‘NASA’ looking posters and portraits on the wall. The first sign you see “Starport Seven-Five” is a nod to the opening of the attraction in 1975. Guests then walk uphill i
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Disney Digest: Your Insider’s Guide to the Marquee Attractions At Walt Disney World – Volume One
1. History The unmistakable white structure that sits on the most easterly portion of the Magic Kingdom is known as non-other than Space Mountain. It is a fan favorite not just within the Magic Kingdom, but all of Walt Disney World. It has taken over 40 years of improvements, refurbishments, name changes, and developments for Space Mou
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Disney Digest: Your Insider’s Guide to the Marquee Attractions At Walt Disney World – Volume One
Space Mountain Disney Fanatic has always been a great reference to all things Walt Disney World related. From planning your first trip, to lodging and dining recommendations, we have you covered. The attractions within each of the parks are typically what draws guests in droves from the wee hours of the morning until Tinkerbell bids the
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10 Things You Should Know About Going through Security at Disney Parks
Going through bag check and security when entering a Walt Disney World park likely is not your favorite part of the day. No need to dread this Disney must do. Follow this list of tips to pass through bag check as quickly and efficiently as possible. 10. Going Bag-less has Advantages If you have the option of not taking a bag in the park,
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10 Things Rookies May Not Expect When Visiting Disney World
10. You Will not See it All The top rookie Walt Disney World rookie mistake I see time and time again are travel groups bummed out because they cannot see it all. Worse still, are groups wearing themselves out while trying to see it all. Walt Disney World is a huge place filled with more attractions, food, shopping, and shows than you c
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10 Things Rookies May Not Expect When Visiting Disney World
9. Crazy Shopping Options Rookies that imagine the only the usual t-shirt and plush theme park souvenir options will be stunned at the souvenir selection at Walt Disney World. Clothes, décor, gourmet foods, books, films, and toys are just a few of the many incredible souvenirs available for purchase in the parks, resort shops, and of cou
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10 Things Rookies May Not Expect When Visiting Disney World
8. The Intensity of the Heat Even those used to hot days will be surprised by the intensity of the Florida sun. Disney rookies may mistakenly underprepare for the heat of the parks by skipping sunscreen and other sun protection. Please do not make the mistake of under hydrating or not protecting yourself from the rough rays.
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10 Things Rookies May Not Expect When Visiting Disney World
7. Character Line Cut Offs Character meets have a start and end time, just like a ride does. Unfortunately, it can often be frustrating for guests to learn that a character meet line has been cut off in the interest of ending the character meet at the scheduled time. Character line cut offs often have a cast member standing at the end o
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10 Things Rookies May Not Expect When Visiting Disney World
6. No Free Roaming Characters I’m not sure if it’s the Walt Disney World television commercials that feed this myth or some other reason. Regardless, Disney rookies are often surprised to learn that there are no characters walking freely around the park. The closest thing to a free character you will see is perhaps a character headed ou
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10 Things Rookies May Not Expect When Visiting Disney World
5. Disney Transportation Complexity The Disney transportation system is fantastic. All methods of transportation are clearly marked and have plenty of cast members available to answer questions. However, the sheer number of buses, monorails and boats coming and going all the time may surprise Disney rookies. With so many Disney resorts
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