Walt Disney World based at Orlando, Florida, is one of the largest recreational resorts in the world. It is owned by the Walt Disney Parks and Resorts segment of the Walt Disney Company. The resort has four theme parks, namely the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom. Other than the four theme parks, the resort also features 2 water parks and 23 themed hotels among the various other recreation venues spread over an area of 30,500 acres.
Walt Disney World Vacation: General Tips
Walt Disney World vacations are considered one of the best vacations in the world. With so many things to do out there, you just need to plan your trip accordingly. Here are some tips which will ensure that you make the most of your Disney World trip.
- Disney World has so much to offer that people often end up getting confused about what to do and what not to do. Quite often people try to fit in too many things on their list, and end up missing out on the important ones. With such a wide range of things-to-do out there, it's nearly impossible to cover it in a day. So either plan a long vacation or make a wish list wherein you list out all the rides you want to enjoy.
- Make sure that you reach the parks around 30 to 45 minutes prior to the said opening time and, more importantly, be ready at the entrance of the theme park wherein you plan to spend that particular day. The best way to avoid the long lines is to go for the most popular rides as soon as the park opens, during the afternoon parade or in the evening.
- Wear comfortable clothes and good shoes as you may have to do a lot of walking or spend a good amount of time standing in the waiting lines. It is wiser to carry an extra pair of clothes and socks. And don't forget to carry your child's swimsuits, if you plan to visit the fun fountains at the Magic Kingdom and Epcot.
- Though it may appear to be fun, touring the parks is one of the most exhausting things you will do at the Disney World Resort. To avoid this exhaustion, make sure that you take breaks from rides, in between and simply enjoy the essence of the resort. You can also opt to spend time in the indoors, watching the afternoon shows, away from the heat of the sun.
- One of the easiest ways to avoid standing in the long waiting lines is by acquiring a Walt Disney World FASTPASS, which allows you to book your ride well in advance. This comes handy when you opt to go for a popular ride or when you time your vacation at the peak time of the year. More importantly, this system doesn't cost you anything extra.
Walt Disney World Resort has four amusement parks, each dedicated to a particular theme. Each of these parks are spread over a vast area and have some of the best rides in the world. Here is a list of some of the must-experience rides of the Disney World, along with some popular attractions, with reference to the four theme parks.
Magic Kingdom
One of the best rides of the Magic Kingdom is the Pirates of Caribbean which gives you a first hand experience of the world of pirates. More importantly, this ride is bound to fascinate you irrespective of how old you are. Another must see attraction at the Magic Kingdom is the Haunted Mansion. Eerie wolf howls, snorting horses and all kinds of scary creatures suddenly popping out from nowhere would surely scare even the bravest of individuals. Another popular ride here is the Space Mountain, full of sudden jerks and jolts. Though this ride is not suitable for small children, for them there is the Peter Pan ride to enjoy.
Epcot
The Epcot is dedicated to international culture and technological innovations. The best ride at this theme park is the Mission: SPACE which is one of the most technologically advanced rides in the world, giving you the feel of taking off into the space. Another ride you cannot afford to miss is the Spaceship Earth. Norway Pavilion, is yet another interesting attraction here, wherein you can experience the informative, yet entertaining Maelstrom Adventure Cruise mythology.
Disney's Hollywood Studios
This theme park is inspired by some of the classic Hollywood flicks. One of the must experience rides in the Hollywood studios is The Great Movie Ride, which takes you on a journey across some classics, such as The Wizard of Oz as well as some popular culture movies, such as the Alien. Another ride, inspired by the Star Wars trilogy, takes you on a galactic journey wherein you experience the excitement of Star Wars. The Tower of Terror, a free fall ride in the Hollywood Studios, is also quite popular. Yet another attraction you shouldn't miss here is the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular, a live performance of Hollywood flick Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark.
Disney's Animal Kingdom
The Animal Kingdom, spread over an area of 500 acres, is the largest theme park in the Walt Disney World. The best ride in the Animal Kingdom is the Kilimanjaro Safari, wherein you see real live animals roaming freely in a wildlife reserve. Kali River Rapids is another must experience ride, which gives you the feel of a whitewater rapids journey, forest fires and real bats.
Some Tips to Save Money
When planning a Disney vacation, one thing on everybody's mind is to avail inexpensive Disney vacation packages - only a few end up being so lucky though. You don't necessarily have to be disheartened if you don't manage to get these packages, as there exist a few ways you can have a financially sound vacation. Here are some money saving tips which will lessen the burden on your wallet.
- When your schedule to visit the Disney World has been finalized, you can purchase some Disney Gift Cards from the Disney Stores in your city, and use them on your trip.
- When making a call to any restaurant from the Disney Resort, just dial '0' and ask the operator to connect you to that particular restaurant, instead of dialing the number to make a local call.
- As far as transport is concerned, if you are staying at the World Disney World Resort, the transport there is free, if not, occasional use of a taxi is much more viable than renting a car which can turn out to be a bit expensive.
Last, but not least, there are many things to do at the Walt Disney Resort which are totally free of cost. These include:
- A visit to the Downtown Disney and either watch the marvelous magic shows performed by Magic Masters, see the Lego sculptures or just sit back and enjoy the ambiance of the place, while your children play in the fountains.
- A visit to one of the fabulous resorts in the Water Kingdom and see the electric water pageant. You can also feast your eyes on the marvelous fireworks at the Magic Kingdom from the Grand Floridan or Polynesian beach.
- The free Wilderness Lodge tour or go for a nature walk at the Fort Wilderness. Some attractions at Fort Wilderness include the petting farm, Wilderness campfire etc.
- Going on the hidden monkey hunt at the Animal Kingdom. If you manage to find all the hidden monkeys at the Animal Kingdom, you win a free trading card.
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