Disney World Vacations
Below are many topics for planning a Disney World vacation: scroll down for resorts and lodgings, best times to visit, and more.
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.
"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 vacation tips - share your family's best tips for a Disn…
Share your family's best tips for a Disney World vacation.
Share your family's best tips for a Disney World vacation.
Disney World Vacation Tips
A Disney World vacation is at the top of many families' wish-list. But with four major theme parks, two water parks, 22 themed resorts, and more that Disney World vacation gets complex as well as costly: there's good reason to plan carefully, to have the best possible time.
A Disney World vacation is at the top of many families' wish-list. But with four major theme parks, two water parks, 22 themed resorts, and more that Disney World vacation gets complex as well as costly: there's good reason to plan carefully, to have the best possible time.
Disney World Vacations: Best Times to Visit
You need to balance four factors: crowds, weather, park hours, and special events.
You need to balance four factors: crowds, weather, park hours, and special events.
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.
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.
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.
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 Attendance: Busiest (and Least Busy) Times of the Year
Find out when the theme parks are likely to be most crowded or least crowded.
Find out when the theme parks are likely to be most crowded or least crowded.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
"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.
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.
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.
Caribbean Beach Resort, at Disney World - Photos
Profile of the Caribbean Beach Resort, a moderate-price resort at Walt Disney World.
Profile of the Caribbean Beach Resort, a moderate-price resort at Walt Disney World.
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.
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.
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.
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.)
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.)
Toy Story Mania! - attraction at Disney World
Toy Story Mania! - attraction at Disney World
Toy Story Mania! - attraction at Disney World
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.
Photos of Disney World's Animal Kingdom Lodge, unique resort with beautiful African decor and artifacts, and savannas with African animals outside.
Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort
Colorful low-rises clustered around 42-acre lake; beach, and boat rentals; Parrot Caye Island with playground; and a fun pool with castle and pirate themes, and waterslide.
Colorful low-rises clustered around 42-acre lake; beach, and boat rentals; Parrot Caye Island with playground; and a fun pool with castle and pirate themes, and waterslide.
Finding Nemo - live stage show at Disney World
Finding Nemo - live stage show at Disney World
Finding Nemo - live stage show at Disney World
"Magical Beginnings" for the preschool set
A promotion geared for families traveling with babies and toddlers, with special packages, special concerts, and early Extra Magic Hours in Fantasyland.
A promotion geared for families traveling with babies and toddlers, with special packages, special concerts, and early Extra Magic Hours in Fantasyland.
Expedition Everest
Another "mountain" roller coaster joins Splash, Thunder, and Space: Expedition Everest towers 200-feet in Animal Kingdom. The ride is great, and terrific theming covers six acres.
Another "mountain" roller coaster joins Splash, Thunder, and Space: Expedition Everest towers 200-feet in Animal Kingdom. The ride is great, and terrific theming covers six acres.
Epcot Center
The Epcot theme park at Disney World has some top attractions (such as Mission Space) and is also a kind of permanent World's Fair: around a large lagoon, the World Showcase has beautiful pavilions for 11 countries. Look for live shows and delicious eats. See above, for tips about visiting Epcot, and photos.
The Epcot theme park at Disney World has some top attractions (such as Mission Space) and is also a kind of permanent World's Fair: around a large lagoon, the World Showcase has beautiful pavilions for 11 countries. Look for live shows and delicious eats. See above, for tips about visiting Epcot, and photos.
Walt Disney World - where to stay
Walt Disney World: where to stay at Disney World, considerations for families.
Walt Disney World: where to stay at Disney World, considerations for families.
Disney World Christmas - photos of Epcot
Special events for Christmas at Disney World's Epcot theme park.
Special events for Christmas at Disney World's Epcot theme park.
Christmas: photos of Magic Kingdom & MGM-Studios
Christmas Celebrations at Magic Kingdom and MGM-Studios: Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Parade, and Party; Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights; and more.
Christmas Celebrations at Magic Kingdom and MGM-Studios: Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Parade, and Party; Osborne Family Spectacle of Lights; and more.