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Rope dropping the Disney World parks is a fine art.
Crowds at rope drop in Hollywood Studios
It takes precision, planning, and cunning to make the most of the first few hours of the day in Disney World. You need to know exactly where you want to go before you even hit the ground, lest you waste any of that valuable pre-crowd time. And we’re here to WARN you about a common mistake when rope dropping EPCOT!
If you’re planning to visit Disney World soon, keep an eye on the park hours!
Welcome to Disney World!
At Disney World, we’ve seen park hours change at a moment’s notice. Whether it’s closing early for a party, opening late for another reason, or the BEST change — extending their hours for a day you plan to be at the parks. Most of the time, changes are put on the calendar fairly early, so guests have time to check it out so that they can prepare for their visit. Well, there is a change coming SOON to park hours, and we need to warn you. [Read more…]
Rope dropping is an art at Disney World!
Rope dropping can be really popular!
The term rope drop can mean different things for different people, but typically, rope dropping is when you are in the park, past the turnstiles, BEFORE the park opens. Usually, people arrive about an hour prior to park open to ensure that they are at the rope in front of each of the lands. Believe it or not, at some parks there is a physical rope that keeps you from going into parts of the parks where the attractions are. This rope is then dropped when the park opens. Unfortunately, even the pros make rope drop mistakes, and these are four unfortunate things that always happen to us when we rope drop!
I’m a Disney World reporter, and it’s my job to visit theme parks multiple times a week, which means I’ve got it down to a SCIENCE.
Main Street, U.S.A.
I know the fastest modes of Disney transportation, the secret shortcuts in the parks, and yes, even where the best bathrooms are located. But perhaps some of the most valuable tips I have are the ones I learned from visiting Disney World on its most crowded days of the year.
There are a lot of changes coming to Disney World this year! We will be able to experience Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and jam out to a new Country Bear Musical Jamboree in Magic Kingdom. As well, the CommuniCore Hall and Plaza is opening up in EPCOT.
We are happy to see these trends go away!
Amidst all these upcoming openings, we are also seeing a few trends making their way out the door.
Heads up! There are special dates coming up in EPCOT that could mean big crowds — and we want to keep you informed!
EPCOT
There are six upcoming dates where EPCOT could see higher crowds than usual. Rather than getting stuck in a busy park, we wanted to warn you of some of these dates!
Here at DFB, we don’t always get along. Sometimes, we have VERY different opinions. My colleague Kayleigh and I have been beefing about one controversial park tip and we need to figure out who’s right.
There are lots of different ways that you can plan your Disney World vacation. Some people prioritize the thrill rides, others want to see every show, and some of us are mostly just there for the snacks (that’s me). You can spend all day at the parks or choose to take advantage of Disney Springs or the water parks instead. Basically what I’m saying is there’s no one right way to do Disney World.
Cinderella Castle
But there’s one very specific Disney World ride strategy that I think is absolutely essential. I literally ALWAYS use this tip when I’m there. Every single day. And I was SHOCKED to learn that Kayleigh NEVER does it! In fact, her strategy is the exact opposite. So we’re fighting it out today to see who’s RIGHT.
There are changes coming to Disney World!
Cinderella Castle
We’re here to make sure that you’ve got all the information you need to help you with planning your Disney World trip. This particular weekend has some changes that are coming for a specific RANDOM reason, and you have to know about it. Let’s talk about it!
Planning a Disney World trip can be hard enough without having to expect the unexpected.
Everyone tends to head for the BIG rides at rope drop.
That’s why we always do our best to make sure you’re prepared. You’ve probably already secured your park tickets and dining reservations, and maybe you’ve even decided which special extras you’re going to experience while you’re on your trip. But, if you’re planning on rope-dropping Disney World this weekend, it’s going to be DIFFERENT — here’s why.
Not all advice is good advice when it comes to putting together the perfect Disney trip.
Disney World
We’ve heard it all when it comes to the Disney Parks over the years. From great planning tips to general Disney hacks, the right advice can save a Disney vacation. With that said, some advice we’ve heard hasn’t aged gracefully.
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