Walt Disney World Reviews (Orlando, Florida)

A Perfect Plus for Any Disney Trip

Oberlin, Ohio

October 2, 2012

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Best of IgoUgo Part of the planning process for our trip was deciding if we wanted to prepurchase the Disney Photopass CD which would include any photos Disney photopass photographers took of us as a family in the parks. Once you come home, you can add endless ...Read more

From journal First Walt Disney World Adventure

Looking Forward to Going Back

by LaurenR131

Belle Chasse, Louisiana

January 24, 2011

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I'm an avid Disney World traveler and have been to WDW about ten times since I was six years old (I am now going on twenty-two years old). My boyfriend--who is now twenty-five years old--visited Disney World when he was about three years old. We ...Read more

Not so "Magical" Christmas Vacation

by Scott & Jaime

Indianapolis, Indiana

December 29, 2010

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We booked a 7 day Christmas vacation at Walt Disney World and cannot recommend that anyone go there with small children or when the park is busy. We took our 5 & 6 year old children. By day two, they were begging to go home, and crying when we ...Read more We booked a 7 day Christmas vacation at Walt Disney World and cannot recommend that anyone go there with small children or when the park is busy. We took our 5 & 6 year old children. By day two, they were begging to go home, and crying when we said we were going back to the park. The park was dangerously oversold. We got no indication from anyone that this was the busiest time of the year and Disney failed to tell us that it was, and also failed to mention that they had plans to oversell the park to the point of dangerous overcrowded occupancy. We were unable to ride but one ride per day. It was nearly impossible to navigate the park. There were lines for everything, and lines for lines. We paid $14 to park each day, $8 for a hot dog, and $3.50 for a soft drink (if you can wait in line long enough). Expect about $120/day for a family of four, minimum, in ancillary expenses (that does not include buying gifts). The park staff were stressed and often rude (many of them, not all), and we got trapped behind a parade and unable to leave the park on the first night for 2.5 hours. When we exited, there was mass confusion, inability to see signs or directional issues due to overcrowding. It was very dangerous in our opinion. On the 26th, a man was killed by being struck by a Disney bus....the second person who has died in 2010 from being struck by a Disney bus. Given our exit experiences, we can see how this could happen. In the bottle necks of the park, it is literally shoulder to shoulder, and you cannot have a child walking by themselves. Our son's foot was run over by one of the thousands of rented wheelchairs. I think that Disney has a duty to inform guests, who have never been there, about the possibility that they may not even be able to get into a park over Christmas, much less enjoy any part of it. We asked for a refund and they greedily refused. In fact, a guest services supervisor told me that the overcrowding was my opinion and that they had not even reached maximum occupancy (very scary...wait for photos and you decide). Unfortunately, our view, our kids' view, and the views of everyone that we encountered within earshot complaining of Walt Disney World is that it is dangerous, overcrowded, overpriced, and greedy. This was a first visit for all of us, and we don't plan to go back...ever, and unfortunately Disney has created a very negative image in the minds of our children, despite our efforts to downplay the problems. I will post videos and photos evidencing this debacle once I have them available. I have read many good reviews of Walt Disney World, and we are shocked at just how much things have changed from what we have read. It is our strong recommendation to avoid Walt Disney World for the reasons above. Even if the park were not so busy, their lack of customer service, their disregard for safety, and the greed surpassed all expectations of common sense. All in all, we did not have a "magical" experience. Close

Pros and Cons of Disney Resorts

by Princess00

Dallas, Texas

October 19, 2010

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Best of IgoUgo My husband and I visited Walt Disney World ("the World" or "Disney") twice as adults -- Once on Disney property at the Port Orleans French Quarter and once off property at the Fairfield Inn and Suites Lake Buena Vista in the Marriott Village. Both ...Read more My husband and I visited Walt Disney World ("the World" or "Disney") twice as adults -- Once on Disney property at the Port Orleans French Quarter and once off property at the Fairfield Inn and Suites Lake Buena Vista in the Marriott Village. Both properties were comparable in terms of amenities. So, should you stay on or off property? Here are our thoughts:

On-Property Observations:
* Extra Magic Hours – On certain days, Disney resort guests are permitted access to a particular theme park beyond its regularly scheduled operating hours.
* Magical Express – Free shuttle service from the airport to your Disney resort. Further, Disney resort guests can check their baggage at their departure airport, and Disney will transport it directly to their hotel room at check-in.
* "Key to the World" Card – Upon check-in, Disney resort guests are provided with a plastic card which is connected to your Disney reservation. This card acts as a guest’s room key and park ticket. It tracks Disney’s Fast Pass system, Disney Dining Plan credits/reservations, and purchases of merchandise throughout the Disney Parks. If lost, Disney resort guests can visit the customer service area within the Park and immediately cancel their card and receive a new one linked to their reservation.
* Disney Dining Plan – Disney resort guests may participate in the Disney Dining Plan, which can result in cost savings for those planning on dining exclusively on Disney properties.
* World Transportation – Disney resort guests are provided unlimited access to Disney’s bus, water, and monorail transportation system which transport guests to/from the parks. World Transportation proves extremely helpful for return visits to your resort for a nap/swim and is efficient and generally easy to use. However, during high-traffic hours, guests may be required to wait for significant amounts of time in long lines to pile onto a sweaty, hot bus, at the end of a long day. Further, bus delays can result in late arrival times to a park opening or a dining reservation.
* Accommodations – Disney has a strong reputation for offering clean and well-maintained resort properties. Each Disney resort is themed to create a magical experience, allowing guests to immerse themselves in Disney 24/7.

Off-Property Observations:
* Transportation – Many off-property resorts may offer free shuttle service to Disney; however, it is more likely that guests will need to rent a car. Renting a car provides increased flexibility to non-Disney attractions and restaurants. During our stay off-property, we were able to visit a local grocery store and purchase snacks/water for the Parks. We also dined at a nearby restaurant the evening we arrived. Further, we allocated one day of our trip to drive to Tampa and visit a friend. Parking at the Disney Parks is easy marked and within close proximity to the Park entrance. However, Disney does charge for parking which can bust the budget and discourage guests from returning to their hotel in the afternoon to rest. (HINT: Get to the park over an hour prior to opening and they will not charge you for parking).
* No Room Charge Privileges – Off-property guests are not provided a "Key to the World" card. Therefore, off-property guests will be required to carry identification, cash, credit card, tickets, and Disney dining reservations which can be cumbersome and increase the risk of lost property. Further, Disney park tickets which are lost cannot be replaced.
* Dining – Guests staying off-property may purchase grocery items which can be used to prepare lunch, snacks, or dinner in lieu of dining at the Parks. Bringing your own meals into the park is less expensive than dining in the Parks. Further, many off-site hotels offer free breakfast options which are not available at a Disney Resort.
* Accommodations – Generally, off-property accommodations are less expensive than Disney resorts. For guests seeking an escape from the "Disney Magic", an off-property resort may be a nice option.

In conclusion, travelers must weigh the expense of both options against their travel plan. For those seeking a vacation which includes Disney and other Orlando attractions, an off-property resort may be the better option due to cost and accessibility to all attractions. For those seeking to immerse themselves in the Disney experience, a Disney resort may be the likely choice due to ease and convenience to the Parks.
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From journal Last Minute Magic

Fun Place for a Family Vacation

by RORORORO

Orlando, Florida

December 9, 2009

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We went on a trip to the states, and headed all the way to Orlando just to visit Disney world. We had fun! It was a great vacation, much more for the kids than anything else, but we had fun too. We pre ordered a package online, in lastminutetravel, ...Read more

Get Good Information Tickets Florida

by johnmartin244

orlando, Florida

September 15, 2009

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I had gone Disney Theme park with our family . Its glorious ,attractive and Fun theme Park and you can get more information about Disney Theme park.It also includes the Arabian Nights,Typhoon Lagoon, Blizzard Beach,Sea world, Downtown Disney, Disney ...Read more

Top Things to Do in Disney World

by sum0488

blue bell, Pennsylvania

May 3, 2009

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Best of IgoUgo When it comes to the Happiest Place on Earth, I know what I'm talking about. I've been on all but seven of the attractions (I've counted), stayed at five different resorts, and have been to Disneyland in Anaheim and Disney Euro in Paris. I know the ...Read more When it comes to the Happiest Place on Earth, I know what I'm talking about. I've been on all but seven of the attractions (I've counted), stayed at five different resorts, and have been to Disneyland in Anaheim and Disney Euro in Paris. I know the ins and outs of every park, where to stay, where to eat, and what to do. So confident am I in my knowledge of Mickey's domain that I've put together this list of the top four absolutely-cannot-go-home-without-seeing attractions for those of you who might be considering venturing to sunny Orlando.

4. Character Meal. This is especially good for the youngsters, but adults can enjoy it too. All over the four parks and in a few of the park resorts, there are restaurants that offer meals where you can dine buffet-style with some of the most famous Disney characters. Some meals you might be eating with a cast of all villains, and at another you might be surrounded by the stunning Disney princesses. The characters roam around, graciously taking pictures with everyone that asks, and the kids go nuts for it. It can get a little bit pricey-you could be paying up to 50 dollars a person if you wanted to go for the crown jewel of character meals: dinner in Cinderella's Palace-but most of the others are very reasonable. Personally, the dinner with the characters from Winnie the Pooh at the Grand Floridian will always top my list, but if you ever get the chance to go to any of the meals, I highly recommend it.

3. Fantasmic. Hands down the best light show in any of the parks. At the end of each night at Disney's Hollywood Studios, thousands of people gather in a gigantic amphitheater to watch a fantastic display of lights and pyrotechnics featuring Mickey Mouse and the rest of the Disney favorites. You'll have to get there early; about 45 minutes to an hour early if you want a decent seat; but it is absolutely worth it. And for those that aren't into this sort of thing and simply want to enjoy the rides, there are two performances every night; one at 8:30 and another at 10; so the park clears out for the most part, considerably shortening the lines for most of the rides, leading me to my next attraction…

2.Tower of Terror/Rock n’ Rollercoaster Double the excitement. The two best rides in any of the parks and they're right next door to each other. The rollercoaster takes you on a trip to go backstage with Aerosmith, catapulting you from the start and accelerating from zero to sixty in 2.4 seconds. The Tower is the most exhilarating ride in the park, sending you on a hair-raising thirteen story free fall through the Twilight Zone. The lines can get to be exceptionally long-I've seen them up over two hours-but late at night during Fantasmic they dwindle to about 20 minutes. The young ones might not be too thrilled, but once you try them, you never want to get off.

1. The parade down Main Street, U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom. The procession of the characters is, and always will be, the very definition of Disney World. Kids love it, parents adore it, and even if you're not a fan of parades, there are still plenty of beautiful people to look at. No trip is complete without seeing it; Mickey won't let you leave without seeing it. The parade is a perfect way to end your last night and create a memory that will last for a long, long time.

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Find Latest Information for Disney World Attraction

by rickkythomas

orlando, Florida

April 2, 2009

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No one place like Disney world on the earth. If you want to visit Disney world, you must visit beause last month I had gone Disney world. Really it has very attractive theme parks for more entertainment.I have found more information about Disney ...Read more

Only One Day

by Valerie_C

Lawrenceville, Georgia

October 15, 2008

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Best of IgoUgo I had only one day to experience the magic of Disney World. I wanted the "classic Disney experience," so I choose to visit the Magic Kingdom. I went with my mom, who, like me, had never before been to Disney World. Getting into Disney World is ...Read more

How to Save Money on Your Disney Vacation

by BooCue

st.cloud, Florida

May 12, 2008

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Disney World Insider Reveals Cost-Cutting-PlanWalt Disney World Resorts is the number one vacation destination in the world. Disney .The “Disney Experience” can cost you a small fortune or “BooCue” money if you are not prepared with a ...Read more Disney World Insider Reveals Cost-Cutting-Plan

Walt Disney World Resorts is the number one vacation destination in the world. Disney .The “Disney Experience” can cost you a small fortune or “BooCue” money if you are not prepared with a cost-cutting-plan or some insider techniques or guidelines. You will see advertised “Disney Discounts”, “Disney Savings”, “Disney Bargains”, “Disney Best Prices” “Disney Rock Bottom Prices”, Disney, Disney, Disney. When these discounts that are advertised are available to everyone it seems to me that these prices reflect the actual market prices expected by Disney from the general public ; the vacationers. If you do not live or work at Disney then it could be you.Your link is at the bottom of this page.
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A Disney vacation has an excess of “something for everyone” with all it has to offer. To actually see, do, try and experience everything Disney has to offer would take an average person over a month’s time visiting each and every day. From the two water parks and four amusement parks to its ten resorts lodges and inns, Disney has it. Disney also has its cabins and campground. Disney also features Downtown Disney, its Boardwalk, Marina with watercraft rental, Fishing, Arcades, to Jogging Trails not to mention Disney Wide World of Sports and the Richard Petty Driving Experience.Belive it or not Disney also has a Ranch and Farm, many Playgrounds and Golf. We are not even going to try and count the many various Specialty Shops, Restaurants and Eateries.Oops ,I almost forgot to mention Disney’s Cruise Line.

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Fun Place for a Family Vacation

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A Perfect Plus for Any Disney Trip

Looking Forward to Going Back

Not so "Magical" Christmas Vacation

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Fun Place for a Family Vacation

Get Good Information Tickets Florida

Top Things to Do in Disney World

Find Latest Information for Disney World Attraction

Only One Day

How to Save Money on Your Disney Vacation