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Planning for Disney World can be overwhelming, to say the least, and it’s HIGHLY likely you will forget certain things!
Disney World Main Entrance
You’ve got a LOT on your plate when it comes to preparing for your magical vacation, so inevitably there will be things that get overlooked. And that’s totally okay! We’re going to share some of them with you so that you have a better chance of not forgetting said things!
You’ve already got work, school, kids, family life, groceries, meal prep, your dying plants that you need to somehow revive. Add onto that planning a Disney trip with its complications about Park Passes, Genie+, dining reservations made 60 days in advance, and it can be…a lot. 😬
Woody says “Don’t make these Disney World mistakes.”
Truly, planning a Disney World vacation can be a daunting task. There are some things you might forget to do, or that you don’t know you need to do, or that you just DON’T do that could ruin your vacation. But don’t worry. Don’t stress out. As the song says, “you’ve got a friend in me!” Today we’re sharing our words of warning, along with lots of tips, to help you avoid those big mistakes that could ruin your trip!
If you’ve ever mentioned to a friend or family that you’re planning a Disney World vacation, you’ve probably received some solicited (or unsolicited) advice. And, while your Aunt Susan has your best interest at heart, Disney World planning advice isn’t one-size-fits-all!
We’re sharing our best tips today!
It can be a lot to sort through all of the tips, especially considering how complicated planning a Disney World vacation has become over the past few years. So, do you really need to head to the park at the crack of dawn to have a chance at riding the most popular rides? And, do you have to park hop to get the most out of your trip? As seasoned park goers, we’re letting you in on 15 tricks that we’ve learned from visiting Disney World all the time — let’s get to it!
One of the LEAST magical things about Disney World is how much your feet can hurt at the end of a long day in the parks. Each of the four parks is pretty big, so you’re likely to walk a long way, no matter where you’re visiting.
Expect a LOT of walking
Our reporters — who are in the parks every day — walk about 10 to 12 MILES every day. On busy days, and especially if they’re park hopping, they’ll walk up to 15 miles. 😱 Needless to say, you’re going to want some high-quality footwear for your Disney World vacation. But how do you know which shoes to choose? Here’s what the DFB readers said when we asked them which shoes they wear to the parks. [Read more…]
This holiday season, Disney is dropping special merchandise left and right!
‘Star Wars’ Holiday Merchandise
We’ve had multiple collections released in the theme parks, and on top of that, there are countless Disney items online to check out (especially if you want to shop those Black Friday sales!). And today, we got a new pair of Disney Crocs online…and if you ask us, they look pretty delicious.
When it comes to Disney World, it might seem like no matter what, the trip will be perfect! Sadly, that’s not the case: sometimes things go awry like when a ride breaks down or when it just won’t stop raining.
Magic Kingdom
However, there are some mistakes that you can AVOID that will help your trip be a success. Over on our Facebook page, we asked our readers what their BIGGEST Disney World mistakes were — here’s what they said!
Who’s ready for Halloween?! (We know it’s only August, but it’s okay, you can raise your hand. 😉)
Let’s BOO this thing!
Disney World has already kicked off its spooky season with fall decor, the Disney After Hours Boo Bash, and SO many special treats! There’s a whole collection of Halloween merchandise available, and we found something we think our readers may be very interested in.
Ready to take your toddler to Disney World, but you’re feeling a bit overwhelmed?
Cinderella Castle
We feel ya. There’s a lot of planning involved with any regular Disney trip, but add a toddler into the mix and things get instantly more complicated…especially when it comes to packing. Kids need quite a few things when traveling, and today we’re sharing our ultimate packing list for your little ones — so nothing gets left behind!
Visiting Disney World takes the phrase “a walk in the park” to a whole new level!
Animal Kingdom
There are a lot of things to prepare for before heading to Disney World. You may have spent months planning where to eat, which attractions to hit, and what must-have souvenirs to buy. But in order to REALLY be ready to conquer the parks, you might need to do some physical prep as well! Bust out those pedometers, cause we’re breaking down how many miles you’ll really put on those feet in Disney World!
Our readers have been pretty vocal about how much they love Crocs!
Let’s take these out for a spin!
And there’s even been a massive shoe battle between Crocs and the new Disney x Native shoes! And we decided to find out for ourselves what the big deal about Crocs is by wearing them to Disney World for a day! So we get it — there are a lot of Crocs love out there among Disney fans! And that’s why we have to tell you about a NEW pair of Disney crocs that’s coming soon!Â
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