Walt Disney is one of the most visited destinations in the world with over a million tourists around the year. If you’re visiting for the first time then there is a lot for you to see. The four theme parks are a world of their own. You have so much to see like rides, characters, shows and a lot of exciting places to eat. If you’re planning a trip for the first time or you’re a frequent visitor, you might make few mistakes that you’ll regret later. These tips will help you make your trip more enjoyable and memorable.
Traveling During Holidays
You might be thinking that the Christmas holidays are coming up or the new year is next month. So why not visit Disney world. Well, you might want to think thins though again because on such occasions this place is so jammed up because everyone has the same idea and the prices of rides, food, drinks, and even the hotel prices are all pretty high. Make sure to plan your trip, not on such dates.
Waiting For Tickets
This is the most common mistake most first-timers do. In this century when everything can be done online, many of these tourists rely on getting in line for tickets that take up almost 15 to 30 minutes each ride depending on the day. Go online and book the tickets there, not only you can save your time but also you don’t have to worry about wasting half a day just to get to your favorite ride. You can directly visit Disney land’s website or you could buy tickets from third-party sites.
Not Booking Dinner Reservations
Disney land restaurants are pretty jammed up when it comes to booking. You might think that they are just like other restaurants where you can get a table upon arrival but these are no less than those fancy 5-star hotels. If you don’t want to ruin your evening then I suggest that you better make prior reservations. You can get a booking 180 days before your arrival and still you may find it hard to get the perfect slot. Places like Cinderella’s Royal Table and California Grill are always pre-booked and you cannot think of getting a spot on arrival.
Staying Off-Site
Some tourists for the sake of money try to book hotels rather than staying at the resort. Well, you are making a big mistake. First of all, you have to be in the continuous hustle of going to and from the park. Secondly, there are numerous perks of staying at the resort. You can get free transport from Orlando airport to the resort and free rides between parks. Also, free parking if you wish to drive and much more.
Not Using My Disney App
This is the greatest mistake people often do, my Disney app will be your next best friend and you should install this free app instantly if you’re planning your trip. This app will let you book tickets, make a reservation at a restaurant or you can check the waiting time. Plus, you can download photos or buy exclusive merch, and recently a new feature is added through which you can sync your Bluetooth and it let you open your hotel room door. This app has tons of other features that can help you save time.
Under Planning
This is a vacation and you got to have some fun right! But I’ve seen a lot of families that came here with no idea of what to do next. You need to have some sort of planning like which ride to take, where to eat and where to stay. If not then not only do you waste your time and your money and also you’re going to miss a lot of important things. Some shows have different times. The waiting list for a single ride can go up to 30 minutes. Disney world is not an ordinary park and you got to come here prepared otherwise these waiting lines or missing your favorite ride could be a huge turn-off for you.
Wearing Comfortable Clothing
Well here is the thing, this park is massive and you have to spend most of the time walking so dress according to that. You’re at a park and keep this thing in mind, no one is looking at your party shoes or high heels. Otherwise, you won’t be able to enjoy it if your feet hurt. Besides, wear easy and comfortable clothes. Your body will thank you.
Not Checking Hours
It’s a common mistake that people forget to check park timings. The park hours change constantly and you need to check that before making a plan or you end up wasting your day. Furthermore, check if your favorite rides are operational or not. Sometimes few rides are closed for someday. Be sure when the parks are open and when they close so you arrange your day accordingly and don’t miss a thing.
Sleeping For So Long
If you’re visiting this place then your laziness might cost you big time. Try to get up early in the morning as this place have fewer crowds at that time. Even at 11 am you’ll find plenty of people and have to wait in line, through this simple tip you could avoid those long waiting lines and could even manage to do all the famous rides till the afternoon.
Not Taking Breaks
I recommend you to visit this place early in the morning and staying till night this doesn’t mean that you spend your entire day walking in this massive park and jump from one ride to another. You’ll get exhausted. In the afternoon when the sun is too hot and this place becomes too crowded, ease yourself with some breaks like take a nap at your hotel or relax in the pool with some refreshing drink. That way you’ll be able to regain all your energy back and will be ready to take on the parks at night.
