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eastcarolinafan · 08-07-2011, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by akhenaten

One of my favorite times in the parks is actually after closing.... no rushing to get to a ride... you can just relax and stroll around enjoying the atmosphere... Last trip we saw the MK opening ceremony and the castle "Kiss goodnight" on the same day without leaving the park.. LOL

This, right here, without question is the best tip you can get, I believe. Late night -- I mean, Extra MH from 12-3 or so, the parks are truely deserted, literally only hundreds of people are acattered throughout the Magic Kingdom, so it's all yours.

The Kiss Goodnight is awesome, but the time before that is cool too.

I have a link from a trip a few years ago of us at EMH in the MK. It's not a long video but it shows how empty the parks are late night. It's about 30 seconds and it's mainly about a CM named Carl doing water art on Main Street. Still, in the background, you can see just how deserted the park is. I see now, after having watched the video again for the first time in a while, that I got pretty excited about his water art, but it was late, late and I was on a DW high. And if you can't be goofy on Main Street in DW, where can you be?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=afQsz...eature=related

If you can do rope drop and then make EMH until 3 a.m., you are -- in my mind -- hard core Disney and will reap the benefits of a line-free park for a couple hours. It's an amazing thing to do, run from ride to ride without waiting.

Small World, step right up. Peter Pan, can do right now! Buzz Lightyear? Why not? Haunted Mansion? Twice? Don't get out of the Doom Buggy? Done. BTM? Huh? Is that a line of four people? Better do FastPass. You get the idea.

THAT is my Number One Tip.

iInvent · 08-07-2011, 03:06 PM

So much to say...
A - You won't be able to see everything. Do a list of what you really WANT to see,...and do what you can.
B - Enjoy every minute of it.
C - Enjoy the magic!!!
D - Plan a few dining reservations if you really want to eat at certain restaurants.
E - Enjoy a Dole Whip!
F - Arrive at MK at rope drop...I cry everytime!
G - Enjoy the various ways of transportation.

i could go on & on... Plan ahead...but then, if it doesn't go according to your plan - it's ok! ENJOY!

ozvisiter · 08-10-2011, 07:03 PM

Some great tips
Any more???

akhenaten · 08-10-2011, 07:12 PM

I like to watch the fountain at epcot... it is choreographed to music...Nice!

I also love Morocco at the WS you walk back into it and feel like you are in a different world.

Pats Dragon · 08-10-2011, 07:39 PM

This sounds corny but we like to take the boat to FW and get a beer at the trading post and then sit in front of trls end sipping beer and people watching until dinner at trls end.

Its also fun to sit and watch the water electric pageant from one of the beaches.

karenlynn416 · 08-10-2011, 08:12 PM

I'm a sucker for shows and fireworks... I cry at "wishes" every single time I watch it. Saw Fantasmic for the very first time this year, and it was AMAZING. Definitely don't miss it if you make it over to DHS

souris · 08-10-2011, 08:56 PM

If you are celebrating something special (would this be your honeymoon?), make sure to wear your special occasion buttons (or mouse ears if you are adventurous)! I've been on my birthday and on my honeymoon. The Cast Members were extra nice even offering a few perks... such as VIP seating for shows and fireworks, champagne with dinner, discounted photopass card, front of the line for rides...! There is no guarantee of course, but it sure made our trips extra special!

You've picked my favorite moderate resort... you will love it! It is very romantic!

Aussieprincess · 08-10-2011, 09:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by souris

If you are celebrating something special (would this be your honeymoon?), make sure to wear your special occasion buttons (or mouse ears if you are adventurous)! I've been on my birthday and on my honeymoon. The Cast Members were extra nice even offering a few perks... such as VIP seating for shows and fireworks, champagne with dinner, discounted photopass card, front of the line for rides...! There is no guarantee of course, but it sure made our trips extra special!

You've picked my favorite moderate resort... you will love it! It is very romantic!

It will be our honeymoon! We are planning to wearthe ears I think (and the badges if they have them) so very excited. We aren't expecting perks, just so excited to be honeymooning at the happiest place on earth!!

Aussieprincess · 08-10-2011, 09:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eastcarolinafan

If you can do rope drop and then make EMH until 3 a.m., you are -- in my mind -- hard core Disney and will reap the benefits of a line-free park for a couple hours. It's an amazing thing to do, run from ride to ride without waiting.

Small World, step right up. Peter Pan, can do right now! Buzz Lightyear? Why not? Haunted Mansion? Twice? Don't get out of the Doom Buggy? Done. BTM? Huh? Is that a line of four people? Better do FastPass. You get the idea.

THAT is my Number One Tip.

This post has made me so excited I could cry! We have a pretty
Packed 2 weeks planned, but I think this might have to go on the list! I had no idea they stay open until 3am! (to bad there's no alcohol in MK!) lol.

stargazertechie · 08-10-2011, 09:43 PM

Head straight to Pangani Forest trail at rope drop- you'll have the trail to yourself, the CMs will talk candidly about the animals (like finding out about unannounced pregnancies) and you get some amazing photos. As soon as you're done get on the first train to Rafiki's and watch a vet procedure

twokids0204 · 08-10-2011, 10:08 PM

Best FREE souvenir - Animation Academy @ DHS

kaligal · 08-10-2011, 10:15 PM

Get enough sleep.

Scraper · 08-10-2011, 10:31 PM

Use your fastpasses they are free. If you get in a bind and can't make the exact time it is ok. Once the first time on the fast pass rolls around you can go at anytime during that day.
When you go into the 3D shows don't push to get in first everyone has to move across and the best view is in the middle.
Get there when the parks first open if you can. you will get alot more done. If things get crazy take a boat ride. A little boat therapy can be calming.

karenlynn416 · 08-10-2011, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by kaligal

Get enough sleep.

Agreed! So so so very right. Don't try to do early EMH, park hop, then do late EMH... It does not work. LOL We tried once. I think we were in a coma until around noon or 1 the next afternoon.

MisWal · 08-11-2011, 12:44 AM

Don't plan for or expect a "perfect" trip. Bumps happen, schedules change and best laid plans sometimes get shot. Plan for an enjoyable trip!

08-10-2011, 07:12 PM	#19
akhenaten Lucky for husband, the neighbors can't hear My fav ride was the kidddie whip!! Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 5,709	I like to watch the fountain at epcot... it is choreographed to music...Nice! I also love Morocco at the WS you walk back into it and feel like you are in a different world. __________________ Be a blood and organ donor. All it costs is a little love. ~Author Unknown Donate Life MK daytrip 1980 MK/epcot 1983 offsite FW camp 1986 CBR 1991Dixie landings 1996 CBR july 2004 POR Riverside July 2011

08-10-2011, 07:39 PM	#20
Pats Dragon DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Georgia Posts: 1,089	This sounds corny but we like to take the boat to FW and get a beer at the trading post and then sit in front of trls end sipping beer and people watching until dinner at trls end. Its also fun to sit and watch the water electric pageant from one of the beaches. __________________ ºOº WDW every year since 1971 ºOº

08-10-2011, 08:12 PM	#21
karenlynn416 Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Tampa area in Florida Posts: 182	I'm a sucker for shows and fireworks... I cry at "wishes" every single time I watch it. Saw Fantasmic for the very first time this year, and it was AMAZING. Definitely don't miss it if you make it over to DHS __________________ Cinderella is proof that a single pair of shoes can change a girl's life forever. DBF-Thomas(29)Me-Karen(28) Niece- Katherine(5) Nephew-Sean(6mo)

08-10-2011, 09:43 PM	#25
stargazertechie Toy Story Midway Maniac Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 5,571	Head straight to Pangani Forest trail at rope drop- you'll have the trail to yourself, the CMs will talk candidly about the animals (like finding out about unannounced pregnancies) and you get some amazing photos. As soon as you're done get on the first train to Rafiki's and watch a vet procedure __________________ 14 Trips total including POFQ, ASMU, CBR, AKL, WL, POP, and a trip to Disneyland! Upcoming trip- WDW Trip #14. BCV. 6/13. Thinking about buying pins from ebay and getting into pin trading? PLEASE READ THIS FIRST!

08-10-2011, 10:08 PM	#26
twokids0204 DIS Dad #561 I control the universe.... scared yet? Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: North of Toronto - Canada Posts: 12,230	Best FREE souvenir - Animation Academy @ DHS __________________ 1982 - Off Site * 1996 - Off Site * 1998 - All Star Sports * 2009 - Pop Century * 2010 - Pop Century * 2012 - Port Orleans Riverside Trip Report: 10,000th post - with a Trip Report and a bunch of Surprises Me (Brian) DW (Sheri) DD10 DS8 Member #561

08-07-2011, 03:06 PM	#17
iInvent Earning My Ears Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Posts: 13	So much to say... A - You won't be able to see everything. Do a list of what you really WANT to see,...and do what you can. B - Enjoy every minute of it. C - Enjoy the magic!!! D - Plan a few dining reservations if you really want to eat at certain restaurants. E - Enjoy a Dole Whip! F - Arrive at MK at rope drop...I cry everytime! G - Enjoy the various ways of transportation. i could go on & on... Plan ahead...but then, if it doesn't go according to your plan - it's ok! ENJOY!

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08-10-2011, 07:03 PM	#18
ozvisiter Mouseketeer Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Sydney Australia Posts: 194	Some great tips Any more???

08-10-2011, 08:56 PM	#22
souris Mouseketeer Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Ottawa, ON Posts: 145	If you are celebrating something special (would this be your honeymoon?), make sure to wear your special occasion buttons (or mouse ears if you are adventurous)! I've been on my birthday and on my honeymoon. The Cast Members were extra nice even offering a few perks... such as VIP seating for shows and fireworks, champagne with dinner, discounted photopass card, front of the line for rides...! There is no guarantee of course, but it sure made our trips extra special! You've picked my favorite moderate resort... you will love it! It is very romantic!

08-10-2011, 10:15 PM	#27
kaligal DIS Veteran Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 7,012	Get enough sleep. __________________ Yes, your kids will have fun at Uni and Epcot! ALWAYS pee before riding the monorail! MNSSHP > MVMCP Fantasmic sucks.

08-10-2011, 10:31 PM	#28
Scraper DIS Veteran Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,535	Use your fastpasses they are free. If you get in a bind and can't make the exact time it is ok. Once the first time on the fast pass rolls around you can go at anytime during that day. When you go into the 3D shows don't push to get in first everyone has to move across and the best view is in the middle. Get there when the parks first open if you can. you will get alot more done. If things get crazy take a boat ride. A little boat therapy can be calming. __________________ *Oct.2004 All star sports,Dec.2004 All Star sport* *March 2005 CS, May 2005 PO,Oct. 2005 CS,* *DEC.2005 POP. May 2006 CS.* *Aug.2006BCV. Oct.2006 BWV.* *Dec.22,2006OKW. May 2007 BCV Sept. 3, 2007,BCV. Sept 7,2007 All star S.* *Oct.2007 BWV&POR Dec.2007 AKV&OKW.* *May 2008 BCV . Sept. 2008 BCV. Nov.2008 BCV. Dec. 2008 BWV.* *May 2009 BCV. Aug. 2009 BLT, WLV, BCV, All Star Sports* *Oct.2009 WLV, Nov.2009 BWV, March 2010 OKW, July 2010 BCV.* *Sept.2010 BCV AKV BWV. Nov.2010 VWL. MAY 2011 OKW.* *Aug. 2011 BCV. Nov.2011 AKV. May2012 BCV, Aug. 2012 BCV*

08-11-2011, 12:44 AM	#30
MisWal Mouseketeer Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 408	Don't plan for or expect a "perfect" trip. Bumps happen, schedules change and best laid plans sometimes get shot. Plan for an enjoyable trip! __________________ May 2011- Polynesian Resort May 2012- Coronado Springs Resort July 2013- Disneyland

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