It’s been simply over a yr since Walt Disney World reopened to guests after its pandemic-induced shutdown, and people are certainly flocking to the enduring theme parks once more.
However guests to the so-called “Happiest Place on Earth” have made their justifiable share of errors throughout their stays ― and seasoned parkgoers actually take word. We requested Disney Parks specialists and fanatics to share among the fake pas they’ve noticed.
From poor planning to unhealthy meals technique, listed here are 15 errors individuals usually make whereas visiting Walt Disney World ― and a few recommendation for avoiding these errors throughout your travels.
Solely Shopping for A Ticket
“As a frequent customer to the parks and a specialised Disney journey agent, one of many greatest errors I’ve seen vacationers make as of late is shopping for their Disney Parks tickets with out confirming that the day they want to go has park go availability. Disney Parks is presently engaged on a park go system, that means in the event you don’t have a legitimate ticket and a park go for the park of your selection for a similar day, you won’t be able to enter the park.” ― Victoria Wade, Disney journey agent and content material creator
Not Downloading The ‘My Disney Expertise’ App
“The No. 1 tip that I’ve for anyone touring all the way down to Walt Disney World is to obtain the My Disney Expertise app. That is your one-stop store for every little thing in your journey. You’ll be able to verify in to your resort room, ebook your eating, verify wait instances for rides, get step-by-step instructions on the way to get from level A to level B (utilizing all of Disney’s free transportation), verify park hours, showtimes and SO rather more!” ― Michael, creator of Michael Does Disney
Paying For Water
“Paying for water is certainly a giant one. I’ve made this error myself and all the time remorse it. You may get free water all through Disney property at numerous fast service spots and save what you’ll’ve spent on water on an additional Disney deal with!” ― Yeskel Larvenz, founding father of Winter Garden Moms
Pondering You Can See All the things In A Few Days
“Even probably the most seasoned Disney followers discover new issues every time they go to, there is no such thing as a option to see all of it in every week or much less. That’s the fantastic thing about Walt Disney World, it’s all the time altering and there’s one thing new to find each time you go to.” ― Francine, creator of Pixie Dust Fan
Ready In Line For Meals
“It’s 2021 and every little thing could be executed electronically now. With the My Disney Expertise App, you’ll be able to cell order your meals at virtually each fast service location within the parks ― even your Dole Whip! It will prevent a lot time and enable you to snack across the (Walt Disney) World effectively.” ― Michael
Going With out A Stroller
“As a mother of two, I additionally really useful bringing or renting a stroller. There’s a whole lot of strolling for everybody, and I really feel like many company underestimate strollers for youths within the 5-8 age vary who nonetheless want a break from the strolling on occasion. It’s additionally is useful for storing issues or all of the Disney merchandise!” ― Tina Chiu, creator of A Magical Life For Me
Planning An Overly Inflexible Itinerary
“Having a plan is critical, however so many company have such a strict itinerary that they miss the ‘magic.’ It’s worrying attempting to remain on a inflexible timetable, particularly when there are such a lot of components that may derail a full schedule. It’s vital to guarantee that there may be time to cease and benefit from the moments as they’re taking place, you’re on trip!” ― Francine
Not Making Advance Reservations
“One other mistake I’ve seen individuals do ceaselessly will not be reserve their sit-down eating meals … you’ll be stunned how many individuals assume they’ll merely stroll in and dine at Cinderella’s Royal Desk or Be Our Visitor with out advance discover. It’s in all probability ruined fairly just a few youngsters’s birthdays. Planning and analysis is all the time key in relation to planning the most effective Disney trip!” ― Wade
“Walt Disney World is residence to many superb, distinctive eating experiences and reservations to the favored ones are sizzling commodities. You’ll be able to presently ebook as much as 60 days prematurely, and I like to recommend persevering with to verify for openings as much as the times of your journey.” ― Chiu
Being Unprepared For Rain
“I was an off-the-cuff customer like lots of people, however since transferring right here 4 years in the past, I’ve discovered that you need to all the time carry what I name a ‘Florida bag.’ This could embody rain gear (poncho, umbrella, change of socks, shirt) and a chargeable fan! There’s nothing worse than being caught in a Florida summer time storm and having to shell out cash to get ponchos or umbrellas for the household. Having the fan I discussed helps hold you cool in strains and when out within the sizzling and humid temps of Florida.” ― Chelsea Watson, creator of Styled By Magic
“Regardless that Florida is known as the Sunshine State, it rains virtually day by day (particularly in the summertime). Carry your personal rain gear (one thing small you could throw in your bag) for the second that it begins raining. That means you’re not scrambling to search out the closest store with ponchos (which you’ll discover after you’re already soaking moist).” ― Michael
Visiting Throughout Peak Season
“As a frequent traveler to Walt Disney World, my household and I really like to go to throughout the vacation seasons. However this isn’t precisely the most effective time to go in the event you’re in search of a manageable crowd measurement. For a first-timer, it might be overwhelming. Attempt to go to the parks within the late winter/early spring months. Not solely is the park ‘calmer’ however the climate is perfection!” ― Denysha Crawford, creator of Imagineermom
Forgetting To Take Downtime
“I perceive the will to need to do every little thing on a visit however that’s one other mistake I see vacationers making. With 4 massive parks, there may be simply a lot to do and I’ve seen households that rope drop to park shut on a regular basis after which want a trip on the finish of their trip. I like to recommend choosing your high must-dos to goal for after which be versatile with the remainder. If you happen to’re staying at a Disney Resort, I additionally suggest to going again to your room to recharge and to benefit from the resorts because it’s a trip vacation spot of its personal.” ― Chiu
Lacking Out On Primo Fireworks Views
“Probably the greatest ideas that I’ve that I don’t see sufficient individuals doing is reserving a reservation at California Grill (on the high of Disney’s Modern Resort) for a time slot throughout the fireworks on the Magic Kingdom. They’ve two out of doors viewing areas up there that truly pump the music from the fireworks present via and also you get probably the most superb aerial view of the present. It’s one thing that I believe everybody ought to expertise at the least as soon as!” ―Michael
Staying Outdoors The Property
“If you happen to actually need to get the total ‘Disney expertise,’ you could keep within the bubble. The magic isn’t confined contained in the 4 parks, it’s all around the property. The resorts have their very own attraction that makes them distinctive, but it surely’s the actions and facilities that make them worthwhile. Watching motion pictures at evening beneath the celebs to carriage rides and campfires — there’s a resort that’s good for each household.” ― Francine
“Take full benefit of the Walt Disney World Transportation. I all the time suggest staying on property due to the comfort and the facilities. Why not get the total Disney expertise?!” ― Crawford
Not Having A Picture Technique
“Have one particular person in your group purchase Disney PhotoPass Reminiscence Maker. Just one particular person in your social gathering wants to purchase this (with limitless downloads of your skilled pics taken within the parks) after which they’ll obtain them for everybody within the group! There are such a lot of PhotoPass photographers in each nook and cranny of all 4 Walt Disney World parks, prepared and keen to take as many superior footage of you and your loved ones as you need. If you happen to ask properly, they’ll typically even add a little bit of MAGIC to among the pics (ask for a magic shot)!” ― Michael
Taking Recommendation That Doesn’t Swimsuit Your Journey
“Walt Disney World is a fancy vacation spot with a wide range of issues to think about when planning. You’ll have mates, household and on-line social teams sharing their opinions on what you need to do on your trip. The issue is that not all ‘specialists’ are created equal. An individual that visited six years in the past, went throughout a piece convention or had a women getaway for the weekend will not be going to have the expertise and up-to-date data wanted to plan your loved ones journey now. Keep in mind to take the web assist with a grain of salt and just be sure you’re getting recommendation from actual specialists.” ― Francine
Quotes have been edited and condensed for readability.
