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Planning a Disney World Vacation? |
Travel Info I have been to their site, and all this is basically information overload. Too many ticket options, too many resort options. And somehow I have ended up with 2 differents sets of travel packages, one of which I thought was done until I realized it wasn't. After I chose my resort and ticket packgae I go back and it's not there! Even after I saved it. There has to be an easier way........right? Should I click reserve and hope for the best? Or just go through a travel agent? Travel Tips Try calling Disney Reservation Center directly at 407-W-Disney. They are well trained to assist you with making reservations that you will be happy with and will answer all of your questions including comparisons about tickets. Source(s): Former castmember at Disney reservations. Other Travel Tips Actually it would be less of a hassle if you make the reservations through Disney. I have often had people show up and had to wait for a day after arrival for their park tickets to be delivered though travel agancies. I have also had people show up after making reservations through travel agents and there were no rooms available. There are usually no surprises at Disney. What they say is what you get. Sometimes with some travel packages they won't include local taxes and you can get hit with having to pay surcharges. So, go through Disney if you can. Now, if you have trouble with the web site call the reservation center. Former Disney cast member (Resorts) It is very confusing. It is a huge place, so I would strongly suggest a guidebook and http://www.allearsnet.com to help you plan. You may find it easier to call Disney. Most of the time, the person you get can answer all your questions and is very helpful. And when venturing into the unknown, I still find it more comforting to talk to an actual person! There's not really "hidden" costs. Just - everything costs! It's like any other event like this. Once you get inside, everything goes up in price because now they've got you! It's really fun! I hope you have a great trip. Don't stress yourself out before you go! As a woman who has been to Disney World more times than necessary I can tell you that I prefer to stay off the resort sites. I have a few reasons for this. 1. Eating at Disney cost a lot of money, and I feel like I waste so much food. In many of the hotels on International Drive, very close, or Kissame, very close, offer continental breakfasts. I found when I stayed at Disney I was spending about $30/day on breakfast that was not getting eaten. Not to sound too cheap, but I would often grab a the breakfast and bring it to the room. If the kids didn't eat it they could have it for snack late that night or breakfast the next morning. Also, the value resorts don't have fridges. I like having leftovers from dinner for snacks, etc. There are times when they offer a free dining plan, but you have to call and request it. It is rarely advertised. 2. I find a 7 day pass at Disney to be a little too much for my family. Because I have a 5 year old, the scope of what she wants to see is limited. She is still to small to do many of the things at Epcot and because we generally go in March as well, the water park isn't open. I find that 3 - 4 days at Disney is plenty. We do Animal Kingdom in 1 day and the rest at Magic Kingdom. If it's your first trip spend the three days at Magic Kingdom, you will need it to see everything! 3. I like to have a few down days. Getting to Disney requires that you get up very early and stay pretty late. I find that having a few days where we can sleep in and go other places it makes for much more pleasant children. I don't know if they still have it but last year Sea World was offering 2 day passes for the cost of one if you bought them online and prior to. It was a nice diversion and we were able to go back later in the week for the evening shows. Just do some research before you get there, there are a ton of things to do, not just Disney. |
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