How to Plan a Trip to Disney World

At the Walt Disney World resort in Florida, you can visit four Disney theme parks on the same day: the Magic Kingdom, Disney-MGM Studios, Epcot and Disney's Animal Kingdom Park. And that's just the beginning of the fun you'll have at this world-famous vacation destination.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Cameras
• Camcorders
• Travel Services
• Airline Tickets
• Film
• Sporty Hats
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Insect Repellents

1. Start planning your vacation several months ahead, especially if you have to travel a long distance to get to the resort.

2. Try to plan your trip in winter if you can. Summer brings heat and humidity to the Florida coast.

3. Access the Walt Disney World Web site (disneyworld.com) for information about Disney passport prices, accommodations, events happening within the parks and transportation options. You can also download theme park maps.

4. If desired, you can buy tickets, book your lodging reservation and explore all that each of the four theme parks has to offer on the Web site.

5. Use your own travel agent to book your reservations if you are not happy with what you find online.

6. Pack up the family and have fun!

Tips & Warnings

• For information about the Disney Cruise Line, call (800) WDW-CRUISE.
• For a one-day, one-park pass for a family of four (two adults and two children three to nine years of age), expect to pay about $230. You will save money in the long run if you buy passes that allow you entrance to more than one park for more than one day. Explore the Web site for options.
• Read as much as you can about Walt Disney World before making your plans. Guidebooks provide great tips and advice for making the most of your days in the park.
• Although Disney World is open all year, be sure to check for weather warnings during the fall hurricane season.
• Be sure to bring along your own film, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellant and hats. These items are notoriously expensive inside the park.

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