9. Get your kids ready. Familiarize your little ones with the idea of Disney World—especially if they’re young and/or have never been…
Read More »12. Do not—repeat—do not wear flip-flops in the parks. Lots of people do it, but they’re sorry by the end (or the…
Read More »11. Familiarize yourself with the parks. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or the fifth time, be sure to familiarize yourself…
Read More »15. Get your park bag. If you haven’t purchased a backpack for Disney World, do so now. No one wants to carry…
Read More »14. Buy your park bag items. Buy these before you get to Disney World so that you and your wallet can stay…
Read More »13. Buy comfortable shoes early. Early—at least a month before your trip. They need to be comfortable, supportive walking shoes. If you’re…
Read More »17. Visit www.shopdisney.com. Often. You can purchase authentic park merchandise online before you get to the parks, which is a plus—especially since…
Read More »16. Budget beforeyou leave. Keyword: before. Disney is an awesome, amazing, fantastical, magical place unlike any other place on earth. It can…
Read More »19. Make your dining reservations early. Early—180 days in advance of your trip. Many dining experiences book up quickly. If you don’t…
Read More »18. Make your FastPass+ selections early. Early—60 days in advance if you’re staying on Disney property and 30 days in advance if…
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