Any tips or direction on where to look for ideas is appreciated
1)
DO NOT GET STRESSED-OUT.
2) Yes, it is easy for me to say, but, Chill !
3) You have the same problem as any other parent - MAW Trip or not.
4) Planning for a theme park trip can get overwhelming.
5) She will be amazed, regardless how much or where you visit.
6)
Besides, you will have extraordinary access due to the MAW & GKTW connections.
. . . as mentioned, make sure your speak with a real ressie person and mention MAW & GKTW
. . . you will have a special button that will grant you WDW-Ride access not available to others
7) As a GKTW Volunteer Coordinator, my suggestions would be
. . . do Animal Kingdom, for her love of animals
. . . do Magic Kingdom, for the characters because they are always fun
. . . do SeaWorld for animals, especially the Pets-Ahoy Show (even I am amazed what CATS-BIRDS-DOGS house pets can do)
. . . do GKTW
. . . do spend only just enough time in the parks to avoid her being overly tired
8) OK, so doing GKTW sounds boring or like staying at your hotel.
. . . it is not
. . . there are lots of things we have to do during the day
. . . many families come to GKTW and do the theme parks only 1-2 days during the week
. . . nothing like having Ice Cream for breakfast !
NOTE: I have seen many families at GKTW, and each one has thoroughly enjoyed their stay, regardless of how much they got to spend "in the parks". The parents ALWAYS seemed to over-plan before the trip, then end up "adjusting" their itinerary once they arrive. When I am at GKTW, I usually work Katie's Kitchen (Boston Market sponsored) or the Ice Cream Parlor (Friendly's sponsored). Frequently the parents stop and comment on how great the trip is going and how much THEY enjoy it, not just the kids. So, although it might be hard to fathom, RELAX, and everything will be fine.