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Top Secret Tips To Maximize Your Disney Trip In Orlando
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I’ve been a loyal Disney visitor since the 90s and have picked up tons of tips along the way. If you do it right, Disney is a BLAST.
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My family has a Disney Vacation Club Membership which means we have a certain # of points to use every year on housing. We can stay “on property”...
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meaning at one of the several Disney themed resorts. They greet you with a “Welcome Home!” upon arrival. Everything is “Disneyfied” (high standards)
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You can stay off property at hotels but there’s downsides. You have to drive to the parks & pay. There’s a free shuttle bus service from all...
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Disney hotels and parks. It’s incredibly convenient and safe for kids, the elderly, or those who require additional assistance.
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Yes, it may be a bit more $ than the other hotels but the experience is by far better and the other expenses will add up.
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My favorite hotels are Saratoga Springs (horse theme) or Animal Kingdom Lodge which has real safari animals outside your rooms!
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Depending how long you’ll be there, you should get the Park Hopper Passes. This means you can go to ANY of the parks throughout the day.
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IMO you can do all of Disney in 2 days. I’ve done all 5 parks in 1 day 😆 We BOOKED it, but it wasn’t my first time going.
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Plan your parks wisely. Every day there’s a different “Magic Hours” schedule. 1 park opens early and 1 park stays open late.
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You can only visit Magic Hours if you stay on property. Another reason to! Get there early as people will be waiting in line to enter...
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but the benefit to Magic Hours is that the lines will be nonexistent for some of the busiest rides! Make a list of rides you want to do beforehand!
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Reserve your Fast Passes! These are special tickets that allow you to essentially skip the hours-long lines at popular rides.
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You can reserve them on the Disney app or in-person at the park. I advise scheduling EVERYTHING beforehand. It saves time & stress.
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Get a Magic Band which will be given for free prior to arriving to Disney. It will be sent to your home (if booked early enough).
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Magic Bands are a Fitbit equivalent. Everything is done through it: room key, credit card, ride passes, tickets to enter parks. It’s invaluable.
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I highly suggest customizing & ordering the Magic Bands prior to arriving on property. They are reusable too so bring them when you return!
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Make dinner reservations via the Disney app! They will book up! My favorite restaurants are the Skipper Canteen and The Brown Derby.
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Experience AT LEAST one Magic Kingdom fireworks show. This is the magic you’ve come for. It truly brings tears to my eyes every time.
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The big shows don’t happen every night so make sure you plan accordingly & get a churro or funnel cake!
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Go to Downtown Disney/Disney Springs if you need a break from the parks. It’s a super fun shopping area with both Disney & non-Disney stores.
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There’s also loads of restaurants which may be easier to get a spot at. Still, make a reservation for everything!!
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Check your hotel for fun activities they’re hosting. Some nights they’ll stream classic Disney movies on the lawn & provide snacks! All complimentary!
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Research Disney secrets before visiting. There’s so much happening behind the scenes that will blow your mind! Google “Top Disney Park Secrets...”
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There’s a whole underground tunnel system so you’ll never see a character “out of character.” There’s no mirrors in the bathrooms bc they don’t want
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people spending too much time in there! 😆 You’ll never see a piece of trash on the ground! Fun facts like this...
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Enjoy at least one Mickey Ice cream Pop. They just taste better when you’re standing in front of Cinderella’s castle!
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Have a game plan with your group. If there’s kids, make sure you have an emergency plan. Have a “meeting spot.” The park is safe but have a plan!!
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The moral of the story is that you’ll have fun NO MATTER WHAT. Disney is magical no matter your age or gender.
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While the days are long, you’ll look back on these memories fondly. Grab some Mickey ears and hit the parks!
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Reach out @sydneybraat with any Disney questions! For more travel tips visit SoSydneyNY.com.
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