We're Going To Disney!

sara1998 · #1 02-11-2006, 10:19 AM

So, I've mulled over the idea of booking a trip to Disney this year. And finally, after much self doubt, I've booked it. I've always said I wanted to take Sara when she was 7, because I think it's the perfect age. We're going to stay for 7 days in a Disney resort, for a week of carefree bliss, park rides, and water parks. Wish me luck. I have an itenerary, but anyone who has been there, feel free to offer suggestions as to what to do!

greatdarkwing · #2 02-11-2006, 10:54 AM

What time of year are you going exactly...I practically live in Orlando...We visit the parks every 3 months with our annual passes.

Lala · #3 02-11-2006, 11:35 AM

That's awesome. My parents are divorced and between the two of them I did Disneyland/world a lot as a child. I really am in the mood to go again. But anyways, you'll have a great time.

The only tip I can think to offer is what the books say: go early (some passes have an option where you can get into the park early, or they used to) and at the peak hours go back the hotel and rest or go swimming b/c the lines are a bitch.

strandinthewind · #4 02-11-2006, 11:55 AM

Be sure and check out he non Disney stuff in Orlanso!!!!!!

Also, let me know when you are going as I have a friend there

Also, I will be there a great deal in the next few months with my brother. So, watch out if we are there at the same time

sara1998 · #5 02-11-2006, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by greatdarkwing

What time of year are you going exactly...I practically live in Orlando...We visit the parks every 3 months with our annual passes.

We're going June 3 - June 10. I wanted to go the weekend she very first got out of school for the summer... maybe beat the rush???

Please tell me I was halfway right.....

sara1998 · #6 02-11-2006, 12:47 PM

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Quote:

Originally Posted by strandinthewind

Be sure and check out he non Disney stuff in Orlanso!!!!!!

Also, let me know when you are going as I have a friend there

Also, I will be there a great deal in the next few months with my brother. So, watch out if we are there at the same time

Bring it....

DavidMn · #7 02-11-2006, 01:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sara1998

So, I've mulled over the idea of booking a trip to Disney this year. And finally, after much self doubt, I've booked it. I've always said I wanted to take Sara when she was 7, because I think it's the perfect age. We're going to stay for 7 days in a Disney resort, for a week of carefree bliss, park rides, and water parks. Wish me luck. I have an itenerary, but anyone who has been there, feel free to offer suggestions as to what to do!

The last time I was there was 1988. I wonder what tickets cost these days? Hope you have a great time!

**mylittledemon** · #8 02-12-2006, 02:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sara1998

We're going June 3 - June 10. I wanted to go the weekend she very first got out of school for the summer... maybe beat the rush???

Please tell me I was halfway right.....

*INCORRECT BUZZER NOISE*....Nope you'll be right in the thick of it. And by June the heat will be close to unbearable what with the humidity.

greatdarkwing · #9 02-12-2006, 03:45 PM

Hell, I'm going to Universal this weekend...

Wow..June 3 - 10...As far as water parks, Blizzard Beach is a MUST. The other parks are hit and miss. Magic Kingdom is probably the best. Epcot and Animal Kingdom trailing that. To be honest Im not really a fan of the MGM Studios.

BTW, At nighttime check out Downtown Disney or Universal Citywalk....both have outstanding restaurants, and plenty of shops. If you can, check out Cirque Du Soleil in Downtown Disney...I hear its very good

catinthedark · #10 02-12-2006, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sara1998

We're going June 3 - June 10. I wanted to go the weekend she very first got out of school for the summer... maybe beat the rush???

Please tell me I was halfway right.....

OMG - you are ALL the way right!! What a cool mom you are. You will have a blast! I went when I was nine - my memory is that it was truly the greatest place on earth. I tihnk you probably WILL beat the major rush - I know around here, elementary schools don't let out til the last week of June. I bet early June you'll be fine. And who cares if it's hot? It's DISNEY WORLD!!!

(by the way - i never use those blobs. disney? calls for blobs)

Brwn_eyes0511 · #11 02-13-2006, 12:52 AM

My friend used to work there as a character player for about 4 years. She knows all 4 parks by heart...she gave me detailed instructions on where to go, what to see and what to do...

Oh there is so much to do. But I think Sara will really enjoy Magic Kingdom the most...especially at age 7. You would probably enjoy MGM more...It is by far my fav. park.

diamondsnake · #12 02-13-2006, 02:32 AM

Well unfortunately here in Florida school ends in mid May, so you may not beat the rush! But, I'm sure you'll still have a great time!

Personally, Epcot is my favorite park- the restaurants are to die for!

You should definately do Winter Park. There is lots of shopping, restaurants, boat tours, the farmer's market, etc. It's a quaint atmosphere, if you are interested in getting away from the crowds for an afternoon.

I'm so boring- my favorite restaurant in town in the Cheesecake Factory! It is located at the Mall at Millenia, which if you love shopping, you must check it out! It is the nicest indoor mall in Florida. It is very upscale...

I'm sure your daughter would love going to the rainforest cafe which is at Universal City Walk. It is really fun!

If you like Antiquing, then you can check out Mt. Dora. There are dozens of Antique stores in that town.

If you want your fortune told, one of the most famous psychic communities is a couple minutes away, Casadega. It is really scary to be honest. But, I just thought I would throw that out there!

Have a fun trip!

diamondsnake · #13 02-13-2006, 02:35 AM

I live right on the beach, and I haven't been in the water in five years! I am a half hour away from Orlando and I haven't been to a theme park in decades. I really need to take advantage of living in this tourist trap that I call home.

jkmaletic · #14 02-13-2006, 03:44 PM

I've never been to Disney WORLD, but I go to DisneyLAND all the time! I even went this past saturday. Anyway, if Orlando has the Fastpass system for their rides, I HIGHLY recommend you use it. It makes standing in line a thing of the past. It just requires a little planning. I love it!

As far as rides go, if Orlando has the indoor Indiana Jones ride- make sure you go on it!! It's Disneyland's best ride, IMO.

~Jamie

Villavic · #15 02-13-2006, 06:23 PM

I've been in Disney World many times. It's wonderful, beautiful.. I love it

I was in Disneyland twice, but is not that magical. In Disney World you really feel you are in other world. It is full of magic.

Magic Kingdom is my fave. MAybe because is full of childhood memories. Now I'm adult and I may find a bit silly some rides, but anyway I still enjoy Haunted Mansion, Tom Sawyer Island, Pirates of the Caribbean (the best!), Space Mountain, etc. And of course the pohtos with characters. Just walking thru the park is enjoyable.

Epcot, MGM and Animal Kingdom are great too. Never been in the water parks.