If you can swing the tickets, certainly do
MNSSHP. It's one of those things that Disney does VERY right. The atmosphere, the music, the lighting and effects, the parade, and the fireworks are all amazing. It really makes the MK a whole different place.
Now, having written that, I suppose part of it does depend on why is he not a big Disney fan. If he'd rather kick back and relax, then touring resorts may be worthwhile. If he just hasn't experienced the magic, then the party is a good start to show him

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