--Summer Vacation Ideas--
There's a reason people return to Disney World year after year: the place is so big -- with an area the size of Boston-- there's much to explore; and every year brings something new.
Check out the newest mountain-themed coaster, Expedition Everest, in the Animal Kingdom: a fun train-ride roller coaster with giant animatronic Yeti and 6.2 acres of terrific theming--including a Nepal-style village-- that's nearly as good as the ride itself. While you're in the Animal Kingdom, be sure to see the newest live-stage show musical, Finding Nemo.
And that's only a few of the attractions at just one of the four giant Disney World theme parks; plus, Disney World has two themed water parks as well.
- see an overview of Disney World
A big choice, on a Disney World Trip is where to stay. Orlando is full of great places to stay, for any budget, and Disney World itself has 14 resorts from Value price to Luxury. Also, being a Disney resort guest has its privileges. You can:
- take a free shuttle* to your resort, with Disney's Magical Express; you can even arrange to have your bags picked up and delivered automatically. And with several major airlines you can even check-in right in the lobby for your return flight
- use the Disney bus system to get to the theme parks
- have purchases made in the parks delivered to your resort
- enjoy Extra Magic Hour: each day, one theme park is open one hour early, or stays open three extra hours in the evening, only for guests of Disney resorts
- count on assured entrance to the theme parks on crowded days.
Note: the most economical way to stay on-property at Disney is at the Fort Wilderness Camping Resort. Lots of fun; huge grounds for recreation, and great activities on-site; and again you get all the privileges of a Resort guest -- even if your abode is a nylon tent. Fort Wilderness has cabin rentals, too.
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Photo (c) Teresa Plowright
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