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Below are many topics for planning a Disney World vacation: scroll down for resorts and lodgings, best times to visit, and more.
Top Tips for Disney World Vacations
With four major theme parks and an area as big as Boston, a Disney World vacation can be a complex undertaking: here are tips to help you have the best possible time with your family.
Disney World Vacations - Overview
"The World" is BIG: in an area the size of Boston, guests can explore four major theme parks, two waterparks, and other attractions; resort choices "in the world" have a number of perks and range from budget to luxury.
Disney World Vacations: Best Times to Visit
You need to balance four factors: crowds, weather, park hours, and special events.
Disney World Attendance: Busiest (and Least Busy) Times of the Year
Find out when the theme parks are likely to be most crowded or least crowded.
Disney World Vacations - New in 2009
With four major theme parks, two waterparks, Downtown Disney a dmore, there's always something new at Disney World. here are some highlights for 2009.
Disney World Vacations: where to stay
On property or off-property? There's much to consider in making your choice; and there are some great choices available.
Perks of Staying at a WDW Resort
Disney World has three types of resorts: Luxury, Moderate, and Value. All confer the same set of perks: Free shuttle from the airport, free buses to the theme parks, Extra Magic Hours in the theme parks... read more.
Disney World Resorts: Overview, by TYPE
Walt Disney World is a giant destination, with over twenty themed resorts ranging from Value Resorts (which really are great value) to Moderate Resorts to Deluxe Resorts. A unique-- and terrific -- option is Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground. And finally, Disney World's Vacation Club Resorts can be booked by any guests, and offer larger suite conveniences.
WDW Resorts - by LOCATION
Overview of WDW Resorts, according to locations: those near Magic Kingdom (with access to boats, and monorail); close to Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Animal Kingdom, Downtown Disney.
Disney Resorts near Magic Kingdom
There are good reasons to stay near the Magic Kingdom (such as the nightly fireworks over Cinderella's Castle). Some top resorts are located on the Seven Seas Lagoon, with access to Magic Kingdom by boat or monorail.
Animal Kingdom Attractions
Photos and tips of attractions at the Animal Kingdom theme park.
Magic Your Way - theme park admissions
"Magic Your Way" is the way theme park admissions are sold for Disney World vacations: the daily price gets cheaper the more days you buy. "Magic Your Way" has many options; be sure to check out the Dining plan.
Disney World Vacations: More about Park Entrance Tickets
Buying park entrance tickets for Disney World vacations is no simple matter! Mousesavers.com has detailed advice.
Magical Express
Be whisked to your WDW Resort: free airport shuttle and luggage delivery. Also, for many airlines, you can check in for your return flight right at your resort.
Disney World Vacation with Cruise
Many people combine a Disney World vacation with a 3 or 4-day cruise. Click above for an overview of the Mouse's ship, "The Wonder"; then check out combo holidays at the Disney Cruise Line site. No surprise, these are top-of-the-line cruises for families.
Disney World - Without the Theme Parks!
Theme park admissions cost a lot, but you can still have fun without the parks. The Disney resorts variously offer pools, artificial beaches, horseback riding, boating and kayaking, and lots more. Or pay admission for one of the two terrific water parks, or for minigolf.
Quinceañeras Celebrations
Quinceañera parties -- the traditional Hispanic celebration of a girl's passage into womanhood -- are festive occasions, with tiaras, fancy gowns... Families can throw the party at Disney World, with help from Disney planners.
Family Gatherings at Disney World
Tips and online planning tools for family reunions, or other multi-household gatherings; also, special entertainment options for "Magical Gatherings" and "Grand Gatherings" (--groups of eight or more.)
Animal Kingdom Lodge
Photos of Disney World's Animal Kingdom Lodge, unique resort with beautiful African decor and artifacts, and savannas with African animals outside.

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