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Get Your Facts Straight—9 Popular Disney Tips that Are Actually Bogus

4. “A Disney dining plan is the best way to go.” Some people swear by the Disney Dining Plan; I have friends who plan their trip around when the DDP is “free”. For certain families, the dining plan lets them enjoy their food without thinking about the prices. However, for other families the Disney Dining Plan costs way more than it ends u

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Get Your Facts Straight—9 Popular Disney Tips that Are Actually Bogus

3. “You should always use Disney transportation to get to your destination.” Guests staying on Disney property can use Disney transportation to get anywhere for a convenient, stress-free navigation experience. However, it can eat up a significant amount of time when you consider the waiting, transporting, stopping, and possible transferri

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Get Your Facts Straight—9 Popular Disney Tips that Are Actually Bogus

2. “You MUST stay on Disney property!” Staying on Disney property is a wonderful option that allows you the perks of transportation, free parking, Extra Magic Hours, and that indefinable Disney quality. However, for larger families within a tighter budget, staying in a nearby off-property hotel could actually be a better choice. When weig

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Get Your Facts Straight—9 Popular Disney Tips that Are Actually Bogus

1. “You should go at Christmas!” Disney is beautiful at Christmas time. The decorations are over-the-top elaborate and the additional celebrations are added magic. People tend to think that Christmas means lower crowds, assuming that most people would be celebrating the holiday with their families. However, Christmas time is actually one

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Get Your Facts Straight—9 Popular Disney Tips that Are Actually Bogus

Practical Disney tips abound about the best and most efficient ways to plan your vacation. But not everything is black and white. Here are 9 popular Disney tips with arguable merit…

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10 Experiences Worth Having in Epcot’s World Showcase

10. Agent P’s Missions The teal green cast members who introduce guests to the Agent P Missions around World Showcase are often overlooked, but this game is actually a hidden gem. This interactive scavenger hunt is much more than just following some prompts on a phone; there are worthwhile surprises along the way that will enthrall kids a

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10 Experiences Worth Having in Epcot’s World Showcase

9. Frozen Ever After Epcot’s newest hotspot is the Frozen Ever After boat ride in Norway. After much controversy, Anna and Elsa took over the Maelstrom ride last year, and Frozen fans welcomed them with open arms. The ride takes you on a journey through the sisters’ original story and the story from Frozen Fever and is a delightful choice

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10 Experiences Worth Having in Epcot’s World Showcase

8. Gran Fiesta Tour One of our family’s favorite things about World Showcase is the charming little boat ride inside the Mexico pyramid. Watch Donald and his Three Caballero buddies chase through major Mexican icons in the Gran Fiesta Tour. This ride is continuous and appropriate for everyone.

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10 Experiences Worth Having in Epcot’s World Showcase

7. Jeweled Dragons The acrobats in the Chinese section are a favorite for guests of all ages. They make precise gymnastic maneuvers, fearless pogo bounding, and dangerous balancing pyramids look easy. The show lasts about 20 minutes and happens at scheduled increments in the afternoons.

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10 Experiences Worth Having in Epcot’s World Showcase

6. Matsuriza Multiple times each day you can hear the powerful drum beats of the Taiko performers in Japan. Not only is the coordination of sound amazing, but the rhythmic choreography adds to the showmanship of the art. As the show progresses, the music intensifies, drawing in the audience for a fierce finale.

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