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Guide Picks - Theme Parks Guidebooks |
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parks can be gigantic fun for families, but gigantic pressure too: the
parks are often vast (especially Walt Disney World), expensive, and
crowded; families need to plan their days carefully, to keep little ones
in good spirits, and enjoy as many attractions as possible with minimum
waits.
Guidebooks
are invaluable-- perhaps even essential. You especially want a book that
rates attractions for different age groups, and that suggests itineraries that
minimize line-ups and maximize fun.
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1) Unofficial
Guide to Walt Disney World
This
veritable bible of WDW has so many tips, it’s worth it’s weight in
gold. Although not specifically a "For Kids" title, advice
for family travelers abounds-- such as the "Small-Child
Fright-Potential Chart". Also, all attractions are rated for appeal
for different age groups. Many
other useful sections too, including itineraries. 772 pages
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2) Unofficial
Guide to Walt Disney World With Kids
This shorter book is intended to supplement the much larger
guidebook above with lots of information specifically for families. 200
pages.
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3) Birnbaum's Walt
Disney World for Kids, By Kids
Birnbaum's is a trusted name in
guidebooks for Walt Disney World, and this one is packed with tips for families.
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4) Universal Orlando
With Kids 2001
Once it added its Islands of Adventure theme park, Universal Studios became a
second multi-day multi-park destination in Orlando-- just like you-know-who.
Naturally, you will need a guidebook to get the most out of the experience!
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5) Unofficial
Guide to Disneyland
As this book is by the same author as the Unofficial Guide to
WDW, it's
gotta be good! Covers best time of year to go, best time of day, hotel recommendations, attractions
ratings... even Universal Studios Hollywood.
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6) Walt
Disney World With Kids 2002
Complete guide to Walt Disney World, by an experienced family travel
writer.
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