Comments on: How to Use the Walt Disney World Instruction Manual http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/ Exact Instructions. Next Best Options. Fri, 18 May 2012 15:59:30 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 By: Dave http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-32248 Dave Tue, 01 May 2012 17:53:24 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-32248 Hi Shef, see the material that begins here for my suggestions: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/12/20/deluxe-options-for-large-families-at-walt-disney-world/ Hi Shef, see the material that begins here for my suggestions: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/12/20/deluxe-options-for-large-families-at-walt-disney-world/

]]> By: Shef http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-32171 Shef Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:54:41 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-32171 Hi there. Question: My family is 2 adults (my husband and I) and 2 girls age 7 and 5. We booked the polynesian but then found out my parents (in their late 50s) want to join for the week. What do you suggest for accommodations? we like poly b/c of convenience/monorail but we would want either 2 separate rooms or a 2 bdrom condo/villa. Seems that the beach club villas are sold out already!! Anything else? I feel like there are not that many choices for us? Hi there. Question: My family is 2 adults (my husband and I) and 2 girls age 7 and 5. We booked the polynesian but then found out my parents (in their late 50s) want to join for the week. What do you suggest for accommodations? we like poly b/c of convenience/monorail but we would want either 2 separate rooms or a 2 bdrom condo/villa. Seems that the beach club villas are sold out already!! Anything else? I feel like there are not that many choices for us?

]]> By: Dave http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-28483 Dave Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:38:56 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-28483 Hi Kim--your time is one of the two or three busiest of the year at WDW. There are no good days, but the best will likely be the 29, 30, 31 of March and then, perhaps, the 12th and 13th of April. You should go to the Magic Kingdom, and may well find it worth two days--most people do. After that, given the ages of yuor kids, either Hollywood Studios or the Animal Kingdom is your next best bet... Hi Kim–your time is one of the two or three busiest of the year at WDW. There are no good days, but the best will likely be the 29, 30, 31 of March and then, perhaps, the 12th and 13th of April.

You should go to the Magic Kingdom, and may well find it worth two days–most people do. After that, given the ages of yuor kids, either Hollywood Studios or the Animal Kingdom is your next best bet…

]]> By: Kim http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-28453 Kim Tue, 20 Mar 2012 03:17:20 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-28453 Hi Dave. Great site. My 2 kids (aged9&11) and my husband are heading to Florida on march 29 until April 13. Can you advise us as to the least busy dates we might find during this period. And if we had only two days - can you advise us which venues we should target. We all love nature. Thank you very much!! Hi Dave. Great site. My 2 kids (aged9&11) and my husband are heading to Florida on march 29 until April 13. Can you advise us as to the least busy dates we might find during this period. And if we had only two days – can you advise us which venues we should target. We all love nature. Thank you very much!!

]]> By: Dave http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-27971 Dave Tue, 13 Mar 2012 10:37:03 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-27971 :) :)

]]> By: B http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-27955 B Tue, 13 Mar 2012 07:29:27 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-27955 Thanks a mil .. B Thanks a mil .. B

]]> By: Dave http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-27923 Dave Mon, 12 Mar 2012 17:22:52 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-27923 B, all your quesitons are answered on this site. Start with the home page and work your way through by topic! http://yourfirstvisit.net/ is the home page... B, all your quesitons are answered on this site. Start with the home page and work your way through by topic! http://yourfirstvisit.net/ is the home page…

]]> By: B http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-27894 B Mon, 12 Mar 2012 06:37:35 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-27894 Hi , I need your assistance please. I am from South Africa , i have a 11 year old boy and a 6 year old girl and my husband and i would like to take them to WDW. Their holidays are from 23rd June - 25 July , they break again from 28 Sept to 07 Oct and again from 07 Dec 2012 to 10 Jan 2013 . Please can you advise , the best times to travel there for a week as well as where exactly to stay , and dining options to choose (all not to expensive but yet to get the Disney experience) ? i know you have already given some advise to others but i donot understand everything . Lastly < please advise on what not to miss out on ....thanks a million :) B Hi , I need your assistance please. I am from South Africa , i have a 11 year old boy and a 6 year old girl and my husband and i would like to take them to WDW. Their holidays are from 23rd June – 25 July , they break again from 28 Sept to 07 Oct and again from 07 Dec 2012 to 10 Jan 2013 . Please can you advise , the best times to travel there for a week as well as where exactly to stay , and dining options to choose (all not to expensive but yet to get the Disney experience) ? i know you have already given some advise to others but i donot understand everything . Lastly < please advise on what not to miss out on ….thanks a million :) B

]]> By: Dave http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-26942 Dave Wed, 22 Feb 2012 11:39:57 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-26942 Hi Rita! For the must-sees, see the right side of the image on this page: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2011/03/09/the-comprehensive-guide-to-walt-disney-world-rides-and-attractions/ There's no great answer for yuor husband other than renting a wheelchair or scooter...you can do this at the park or ahead of time... Hi Rita!

For the must-sees, see the right side of the image on this page: http://yourfirstvisit.net/2011/03/09/the-comprehensive-guide-to-walt-disney-world-rides-and-attractions/

There’s no great answer for yuor husband other than renting a wheelchair or scooter…you can do this at the park or ahead of time…

]]> By: Rita http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-26919 Rita Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:58:22 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-26919 Hey Dave, My Husband and I (50ish) and my son and his wife (30ish) have already booked a condo in Kissimmiee and are looking to see as much as we can during our short stay (May 5-10th). We would like to spend a couple of days at WDW and are leaning towards a day in the Magic Kingdom and another day at Epcott. Since we're all newbies I'm wondering if you can give us any advice as to the "must sees" for adults? Just a note: my husband does have some difficulties walking/standing for long periods and is one of my main concerns. Any other suggestions you may have would be greatly appreciated! Thanks....R Hey Dave,

My Husband and I (50ish) and my son and his wife (30ish) have already booked a condo in Kissimmiee and are looking to see as much as we can during our short stay (May 5-10th). We would like to spend a couple of days at WDW and are leaning towards a day in the Magic Kingdom and another day at Epcott. Since we’re all newbies I’m wondering if you can give us any advice as to the “must sees” for adults? Just a note: my husband does have some difficulties walking/standing for long periods and is one of my main
concerns. Any other suggestions you may have would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks….R

]]> By: Dave http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-25735 Dave Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:09:13 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-25735 Hi Lori! The parks will be very crowded through the 25th. Sea World will be best the 26th or 27th. For the other parks, and focusing on the 26th and later, Avoid MK the 27th, 28th, and 29th Avoid HS the 26th and 29th Avoid AK the 27th Avoid Epcot the 1st and 2nd. Hi Lori!
The parks will be very crowded through the 25th. Sea World will be best the 26th or 27th. For the other parks, and focusing on the 26th and later,
Avoid MK the 27th, 28th, and 29th
Avoid HS the 26th and 29th
Avoid AK the 27th
Avoid Epcot the 1st and 2nd.

]]> By: Lori http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-25694 Lori Wed, 01 Feb 2012 01:25:51 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-25694 We are planning on a trip to Florida Feb 23-Mar 2. I have 5 days for Disney and 2 days for Sea World. Which days would you recommend to go to which parks. We have been there 4 years ago and my kids are 8 and 9 now. Our favorite is MK and AK. I only bought the magic your way. Not hopper. We want to avoid the crowds Feb 24. Will the 25 th be really Crowded too? Should we go to Sea World that day? We also want to see the electrical parade in MK. What would you Recommend? Thanks ! Lori We are planning on a trip to Florida Feb 23-Mar 2. I have 5 days for Disney and 2 days for Sea World. Which days would you recommend to go to which parks. We have been there 4 years ago and my kids are 8 and 9 now. Our favorite is MK and AK. I only bought the magic your way. Not hopper. We want to avoid the crowds Feb 24. Will the 25 th be really
Crowded too? Should we go to Sea World that day? We also want to see the electrical parade in MK. What would you
Recommend?
Thanks !
Lori

]]> By: Dave http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-19581 Dave Sun, 30 Oct 2011 18:40:01 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-19581 Hi Linda and thanks for the love! The May dates will be much better, not likely to be as hot or rainy, and much less crowded. See this for more:http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/10/20/2012-weeks-to-visit-walt-disney-world-ranked-in-order/ You may have to enter the waterpark with them, but you won't have to go on any rides with them! Hi Linda and thanks for the love!

The May dates will be much better, not likely to be as hot or rainy, and much less crowded. See this for more:http://yourfirstvisit.net/2010/10/20/2012-weeks-to-visit-walt-disney-world-ranked-in-order/

You may have to enter the waterpark with them, but you won’t have to go on any rides with them!

]]> By: Linda http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-19580 Linda Sun, 30 Oct 2011 18:28:42 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-19580 Hi Dave, Just found this site by accident and I love it. I am trying to plan a 1st time holiday to Disneyworld for me and my 2 grandsons aged 10 and 15. I have two dates available 5th - 19th May 2012 or 2nd - 16th June 2012. I would prefer the 1st option but wondered which two weeks would be best for the weather? When it rains how long does it rain for and how heavy? Also, would my grandons be allowed to go on the water shutes without me? Thank you Hi Dave,

Just found this site by accident and I love it. I am trying to plan a 1st time holiday to Disneyworld for me and my 2 grandsons aged 10 and 15. I have two dates available 5th – 19th May 2012 or 2nd – 16th June 2012. I would prefer the 1st option but wondered which two weeks would be best for the weather? When it rains how long does it rain for and how heavy? Also, would my grandons be allowed to go on the water shutes without me? Thank you

]]> By: Dave http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-19478 Dave Wed, 26 Oct 2011 12:52:59 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-19478 Hi Sioban and thanks! The Christmas decorations are added beginning early November, so you should see lots of wonderful stuff Monday and Tuesday! Hi Sioban and thanks! The Christmas decorations are added beginning early November, so you should see lots of wonderful stuff Monday and Tuesday!

]]> By: Siobhan http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-19470 Siobhan Wed, 26 Oct 2011 03:48:54 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-19470 Hi Dave- Wonderful website! We will be in Orlando the week of Thanksgiving, mainly for Universal this time, but want to go to see the Christmas decor at Disney. Will it seem as festive if we go the Monday or Tuesday before Thanksgiving, or are Christmas decorations kept under wraps until after Thanksgiving? Hi Dave- Wonderful website! We will be in Orlando the week of Thanksgiving, mainly for Universal this time, but want to go to see the Christmas decor at Disney. Will it seem as festive if we go the Monday or Tuesday before Thanksgiving, or are Christmas decorations kept under wraps until after Thanksgiving?

]]> By: Dave http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-17514 Dave Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:31:38 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-17514 Hi Tara and thanks!!! As late in August as you can manage has a lot going for it. Crowds go down at the end of the month, and it's definitely pool weather! The downside is that the peak of the hurricane season begins in late August. See this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/planning-your-first-family-trip/when-to-go/next-best-dates/weather-and-when-to-go/chance-of-cyclonic-storm-affecting-florida/ Late June would be more crowded, but avoid the peak of the hurricane season. Mid November (avoiding the first full week and the week of Thanksgiving) would be my recommendation. While the swimming cannot be guaranteed (though I've seen plenty of 6 year olds in the heated pools in 60 degree weather!) crowds will be lower than any of your other options (other than the very last week of August), and I would trade crowds for swimming any day. For more on winter weather see this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/planning-your-first-family-trip/when-to-go/next-best-dates/weather-and-when-to-go/pool-days-november-through-february/ and this http://yourfirstvisit.net/planning-your-first-family-trip/when-to-go/next-best-dates/weather-and-when-to-go/high-temperatures-year-round/ Hope this helps!! Dave Hi Tara and thanks!!!

As late in August as you can manage has a lot going for it. Crowds go down at the end of the month, and it’s definitely pool weather! The downside is that the peak of the hurricane season begins in late August. See this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/planning-your-first-family-trip/when-to-go/next-best-dates/weather-and-when-to-go/chance-of-cyclonic-storm-affecting-florida/

Late June would be more crowded, but avoid the peak of the hurricane season.

Mid November (avoiding the first full week and the week of Thanksgiving) would be my recommendation. While the swimming cannot be guaranteed (though I’ve seen plenty of 6 year olds in the heated pools in 60 degree weather!) crowds will be lower than any of your other options (other than the very last week of August), and I would trade crowds for swimming any day.

For more on winter weather see this: http://yourfirstvisit.net/planning-your-first-family-trip/when-to-go/next-best-dates/weather-and-when-to-go/pool-days-november-through-february/ and this http://yourfirstvisit.net/planning-your-first-family-trip/when-to-go/next-best-dates/weather-and-when-to-go/high-temperatures-year-round/

Hope this helps!! Dave

]]> By: Tara http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-17502 Tara Wed, 31 Aug 2011 14:19:08 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-17502 Hi, Your site is amazing and a huge relief to me - my friend said his (non-working) wife spent 6months planning their trip and I almost scrapped the whole idea! I have studied your weeks to visit but we are pretty restricted with my husband's work and school holidays. We're coming from the UK for 2 weeks with 6yr old twins. Price not an issue so it's really only about coping with the weather and crowds - my realistic options are summer holidays 23 Jly - end Aug 2012 or taking my kids out of school from mid June (only ranked 1 place better), early Sept (hurricanes) or mid Nov (we want swim weather) . Is it really worth taking my kids out of school or shall I just go with Jly/Aug? Any advice welcome, thanks! Hi, Your site is amazing and a huge relief to me – my friend said his (non-working) wife spent 6months planning their trip and I almost scrapped the whole idea!

I have studied your weeks to visit but we are pretty restricted with my husband’s work and school holidays. We’re coming from the UK for 2 weeks with 6yr old twins. Price not an issue so it’s really only about coping with the weather and crowds – my realistic options are summer holidays 23 Jly – end Aug 2012 or taking my kids out of school from mid June (only ranked 1 place better), early Sept (hurricanes) or mid Nov (we want swim weather) . Is it really worth taking my kids out of school or shall I just go with Jly/Aug?
Any advice welcome, thanks!

]]> By: Dave http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-17474 Dave Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:48:07 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-17474 Delighted to help! Delighted to help!

]]> By: Anne http://yourfirstvisit.net/2009/10/02/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/#comment-17473 Anne Tue, 30 Aug 2011 12:18:48 +0000 http://yourfirstvisit.net/how-to-use-the-walt-disney-world-instruction-manual/2009/10/02/#comment-17473 Thanks Dave, very much appreciated. :) Thanks Dave, very much appreciated. :)

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