Post your Best Tips Here!!!

[tinkerbellbaby34]

hey guys! i'm going to Disney World in March for a big dance preformance :cool1: so i'm not really that experienced with Disney so it would be awesome for all of you to put your best tips here for me, and any other newbie!!

thanks!! :goodvibes

~Cat :cutie:

[cglaura]

If you are trying to keep costs down, don't spend $2.50 or so on a bottle of water, you can get a free cup of ice water at most establishments in Disney that serve fountain soda.

Have a great time!

[englishteacha]

Bring Tylenol into the park with you, even if it's just a couple in your pocket. It's $3 to buy 2 or 4 pills in the parks (those little packets). You never know when you'll need some, and it's easier to have it with you than to buy it at a gift shop.

[Heluvsme]

Wear sunscreen and well-broken in shoes!!

[DisMomme]

I second the sunscreen, even in March.

If you chew gum bring it with you. They don't sell it on Disney property.

[cglaura]

Bring Tylenol into the park with you, even if it's just a couple in your pocket. It's $3 to buy 2 or 4 pills in the parks (those little packets). You never know when you'll need some, and it's easier to have it with you than to buy it at a gift shop.

If you forget your own, before buying try the care center at the front of the park, I was able to get some for free on a few trips.

[mollay]

Sunscreen!!! And an umbrella if you don't want to get wet because I can guarantee that it will rain at least once (even if it's only for 10 minutes) hehe.

Also, camera of course. :P I had my camera out for 90% of my last trip.

I think those draw-string backpacks are the best for Disney because they close securely (important when going on all those rides) and they can hold a lot of stuff. I had all kinds of stuff on my trip (wallet, bottle of water, random souvenirs, sunscreen, camera, phone, etc) and it's just really easy to carry around.


Have fun have fun. n__n

[Sham]

Poncho. Florida weather is unpredictable.

[pskorf]

Bring Tylenol into the park with you, even if it's just a couple in your pocket. It's $3 to buy 2 or 4 pills in the parks (those little packets). You never know when you'll need some, and it's easier to have it with you than to buy it at a gift shop.

If you are really in need - you can also go to the First Aid Station and they will give you some for free (or at least they used to). Several years ago I developed a terrible headache. We were dining at Crystal Palace and I told my hubby that I was going to have to go back to the room to get something for it. Well, one of CMs overhead me say this and suggested that I go next door to the First Aid Station and get something for the headache. They were very kind and gave me some Tylenol and asked if I needed to lie down and rest or anything and then gave me a packet with a couple more for later if I needed them.

[disneylovin24]

Don't feel like you have to see and do everything. You can easily get stressed out if you try to ride everything and see everything. Your best bet is to sit down and decide what rides and parks are must do's for you. Also, remember to take advantage of what disney has to offer besides the parks. There's mini golfing, water recreation, downtown disney, and many other things.

Check out allears.net . There's a ton there that will help you figure our what you want to do and see

[thebeesknees]

Learn how to use the FastPass system and use it as much as possible to get the most out of your time.

[mreid1974]

Try to be at parks at rope drop!!! You can really get a lot done first thing in the morning!!

And my other big tip i tell everyone is a surge protector or something like that.. So you can plug in everything you have.. Like phones, cameras, video cameras, laptop..

[testtubes]

Arrive early, and you'll be glad you did.

[pezheadmeg]

Zip Lock Bags! I keep my blackberry and my camera in one. That way they stay dry even in downpours and Splash Mountain. :lmao:

And the gum. I'm a pack a day chewer, I always make sure I have it before I even leave for Disney.

[Diamondintheruff]

We're heading back to the WDW this summer for a dance competition. Good luck with your dancing! You've already got some great tips.

1) Dollar store glow in the dark necklaces or bracelets for the evening.
2) Pressed Pennies. It's the cheapest souvenir you can buy.
3) More than one pair of comfortable shoes. There is tons of walking. Seriously!
4) Bandages and blister packs just in case.
5) Keep surfing on the disboards for more information.

[BCMM]

My thoughts.....

--Rope Drop!!
--Free ice water at CS restaurants
--Early morning ADR before park opens
--Fast pass (and rider swap if you have a young child)
--Make sure to get a map and times guide at the entrance to each park
--Slow down and enjoy the little things!

[pooh2001]

Ditto all of the above

Plus to help get excited -
1) Order the free CD on WDW from the WDW website
https://www.disneyvacations.com/dv/en_US/VacationPlanningDVD/index?sourcecode=11854&referrer=wdw&hdrType=default&vcntype=wdw&bhcp=1

2) Buy any WDW guide book that fits your family and you - some have lots of info, some have lots of pictures

3) You can also free order maps of the parks from the WDW website - not official guide maps, but still nice and cute
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/wdw/myVacation/customizedMaps/index?CMP=BAC-WDWFY10Q2CMRMaps0009&id=CustomizedMapsFlashPage&bhcp=1

4) Treat yourself to a new outfit &/or bathing suit before you go to wear at WDW

5) Do not over pack - you will be spending your time in shorts and t-shirts, but do bring a sweatshirt or light jacket for cool early AM's and late PM's.
(we once packed 3 pairs of jeans for each of us, 12 pairs, and never wore them :rotfl: wasted space in our suitcase - live and learn)


ENJOY !

[musclemouse]

A six pack of abs! Will help protect your back when you have to carry your 5 year old around the park because he became to tired to walk! Ugh :lmao:

[castlecurb]

Go for the popular rides as soon as the park opens. The lines will get long quickly.

[MagicalKingdom]

The last time we went to Disney World, we had two 24-count cases of bottled water delivered to the hotels' front desk. Instead of shelling out $2 or $3 per bottle in the parks, we paid a total of $12 for both cases. You can order them from the chain stores.

[kimis]

Here are some of our favorite tips:
* Start doing extra walking NOW. Even if you are in shape there is a lot of walking.
* wear comfortable shoes---NO new shoes.
* get to parks 30-45 minutes before they open.
* ALWAYS wear sunscreen
* take a poncho
* Make your ADR's NOW
* Have a great time and make lots of memories!

[sunny45]

As well as everything mentioned above which I also agree with I have to mention to throw in extra batteries for your camera and a good size memory card or two. I have two 8 GB cards and always carry extra rechargeable batteries (don't forget the charger!) for every trip we take. My picture capability is over 1587 and that is on the best quality setting for each card and videos are not a problem either with that much memory. I don't think I will be taking 3000 photos but you never know and you don't have to worry about it when your are snapping away and shooting video.

Sometimes I pack a power strip in our luggage in case whatever place we are staying at doesn't have enough outlets for all the things we need to charge: cell phones, cameras, Ipods, etc.

I also have 2 sets of cell phone chargers for my DH & I, the one that came with the phone and a second one for each phone that I bought on ebay for a few bucks. The ebay ones are just as good and they are a permanent fixture in our luggage so I never forger to pack them and don't have to worry about remembering the ones at home the morning we are leaving.

This is general packing info for every vacation, not just Disney.

[gonesaleing]

Send a package down several days ahead with snacks to eat on the go or in the room.
Bring power cord to recharge all your electronics.
Use on-line check for both resort and airline.
Vera Bradley Mini hipster - pefect bag for parks.
Get to parks early and work from back to front .
Fastpasses don't expire during that same day, can be used anytime AFTER the time on the ticket.
Kim Possible at Epcot - great fun, even for adults.
Ditto Sum of All Thrills.
Mickey ears ice cream - a must
Lunch at Morocco Tangerine cafe- food is good and good value.
Hat for bad hair days is a must.
Electric parade at MK makes everyone feel like a kid in awe.
Listen to your body...when you are tired, rest.
Sit back and people watch. Good place is world showcase in Epcot. Great fun to sit and literally watch the world go by.

[DisneyRookie2007]

Watch "WISHES" from the beach @ the POLY. No crowds and the music is piped in. We had a swinging bench to sit in :lovestruc