What do we need to know about touring with elem. school age kids?

[mom2boys]

My boys were at WDW 6x by the time they were 6. However, it has been 3 years since our last trip. We will have 5 full days in Jan. They now 8.5 & 10 - they will be hoofing it the whole time. Any pointers or suggestions on touring with grade schoolers?

 

[DJBounce]

The ages of your boys are great for touring! My kids are 10, 8 and 7. Now that they are a little older, they have developed stamina, plus no more strollers!! You won't believe how much easier it is without them! We still use early entry for MK and MGM (for TOT & RnRC). We are able to get out of the room earlier because the kids are now able to get themselves dressed and have a small breakfast in the room while DW and I are getting ready. We still take afternoon breaks like we did when they were littler, but they are now focused on pool time, rather than naps. Another plus is that they are able to stay up later. We charished the trips when the kids were little, but now that they're older, the trips are much more fun (and a little less stressful!) You and your family will have a blast!!