1. Take or rent a stroller, Disney offers discounts for multiday rentals, and a rental is transferred to all 4 theme parks. Little legs get tired very quickly, a stroller is a must have to avoid tantrums.
2. Book character dining. Characters visit and interact with little ones so you can all enjoy your lunch or dinner. Tip: Advanced Dining Reservations are highly recommended, call 1-407-WDW-DINE (939-3463). Advance Dining Reservations are available at most Full Service dining locations up to 180 days in advance (certain exceptions apply).
3. Take advantage of the “Child Swap” offered at Disney parks on most height restricted rides. One parent/guardian can go on a ride while the other waits with the child. You then “swap”, and the 2nd parent/guardian goes on the ride without waiting. Ask the Disney Cast member at the entrance of the ride about it. Tip: use Fastpass! (Disney’s system to help reduce long waits at popular attractions) to make the wait for the first parent even shorter!
4. Take a break - go back to your resort for an afternoon swim/nap/snack and go back to the parks refreshed and ready for evening fireworks and parades.
5. Take advantage of early risers, most parks do not get crowded until around 10:30-11am. If you are a resort guest you can take advantage of Extra Magic Hours, where particular parks are open 1 hour before and/or 3 hours after regular park hours on selected days. Check the schedule at the Disney owned resort you are staying at for details.
6. Bring a change of clothes and/or bathing suit & towels. There are water spouts coming from the ground at Magic Kingdom and Epcot. Little ones can have fun getting wet and cooling off. Good luck keeping your kids away from them!
7. Find the Baby Care Centre, there is one located at each major park. This facility is not only great for changing diapers, it also carries a great assortment of baby/toddler supplies and gives nursing mothers a quiet place to feed. They even have toddler toilets for those who are training!
8. Purchase an autograph book for character greetings. Whether you are at character dining or meeting them at the parks, this is big for toddlers. Tip: don’t forget to put your name/phone number/address inside the front cover. Disney will mail a missing book to you if they have recovered it, and this tip comes from first-hand experience!
9. Keep your child safe and in sight. Sometimes crowds can be overwhelming especially after parades and fireworks. Make an emergency plan depending on the age of your child just in case.
10. Avoid disappointments by measuring your child ahead of time and know which rides they will be able to go on before you line up for them.
Monday, December 22, 2008
Friday, December 19, 2008
Buy Four, Get Three Free
NOW through January 24th, 2009
A Can’t-Miss Opportunity to Visit the Walt Disney World Resort
What Is the Offer?: When you purchase a 4-night, 4-day non-discounted Walt Disney Travel Company package you’ll get three additional nights and days (with tickets) free.
Sample Pricing:
$1271 USD* for a family of four, staying in a standard room at a select Disney Value Resort for stays most nights Jan. 25 - Feb. 12, 2009. That’s like paying $46 USD per person, per day for this 7-night package! Or
$1466 USD* for a family of four, staying in a standard room at a select Disney Value Resort for stays most nights Feb. 13 – April 4, 2009. That’s like paying $53 USD per person, per day for this 7-night package!
Rates for travel April 19 – June 27, 2009 are also available.
Also: If you travel on this package between Jan. 25 and March 29, 2009, you’ll also receive a Disney Gift Card worth $200 USD** that you can choose to spend at the Walt Disney World Resort during their stay.
This offer is very popular and there are some time periods that are more likely, but not guaranteed, to have availability. If your travel dates are flexible, you may want to check the following dates:
April 27 – May 25, 2009, and June 2 – June 27, 2009
What if you don’t want to spend exactly 7 nights?
Packages vary from five to ten nights and the number of free nights is based on the total number of nights your clients stay. For example:
Book a total of 5 nights and your clients will receive 1 free night and 1 free Magic Your Way base ticket day
Book a total of 6 nights and your clients will receive 2 free nights and 2 free Magic Your Way base ticket days
Book a total from 7 to 10 nights and your clients will receive 3 free nights and 3 free Magic Your Way base ticket days
*Price based on two adults, one junior and one child. The number of packages available at these rates is limited. Magic Your Way Base Tickets are for one Theme Park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required.
**One gift card per reservation provided at check-in. Disney Gift Card valid at select locations at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, U.S. Disney Store locations and Disneyshopping.com. Not redeemable for cash. Will not be replaced if lost or stolen without required proof of purchase. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Disney Gift Card Program. Issued by Disney Gift Card Services, Inc., gift cards may not be used towards the purchase of any Disney Dollars or Disney Gift Cards. Other restrictions may apply. Use of gift card is acceptance of its terms and conditions. Visit disneygiftcard.com for more information. All pricing in US dollars.
CST #1022229-50; NVST #2006-0198
A Can’t-Miss Opportunity to Visit the Walt Disney World Resort
What Is the Offer?: When you purchase a 4-night, 4-day non-discounted Walt Disney Travel Company package you’ll get three additional nights and days (with tickets) free.
Sample Pricing:
$1271 USD* for a family of four, staying in a standard room at a select Disney Value Resort for stays most nights Jan. 25 - Feb. 12, 2009. That’s like paying $46 USD per person, per day for this 7-night package! Or
$1466 USD* for a family of four, staying in a standard room at a select Disney Value Resort for stays most nights Feb. 13 – April 4, 2009. That’s like paying $53 USD per person, per day for this 7-night package!
Rates for travel April 19 – June 27, 2009 are also available.
Also: If you travel on this package between Jan. 25 and March 29, 2009, you’ll also receive a Disney Gift Card worth $200 USD** that you can choose to spend at the Walt Disney World Resort during their stay.
This offer is very popular and there are some time periods that are more likely, but not guaranteed, to have availability. If your travel dates are flexible, you may want to check the following dates:
April 27 – May 25, 2009, and June 2 – June 27, 2009
What if you don’t want to spend exactly 7 nights?
Packages vary from five to ten nights and the number of free nights is based on the total number of nights your clients stay. For example:
Book a total of 5 nights and your clients will receive 1 free night and 1 free Magic Your Way base ticket day
Book a total of 6 nights and your clients will receive 2 free nights and 2 free Magic Your Way base ticket days
Book a total from 7 to 10 nights and your clients will receive 3 free nights and 3 free Magic Your Way base ticket days
*Price based on two adults, one junior and one child. The number of packages available at these rates is limited. Magic Your Way Base Tickets are for one Theme Park per day and must be used within 14 days of first use. No group rates or other discounts apply. Advance reservations required.
**One gift card per reservation provided at check-in. Disney Gift Card valid at select locations at Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort, Disney Cruise Line, U.S. Disney Store locations and Disneyshopping.com. Not redeemable for cash. Will not be replaced if lost or stolen without required proof of purchase. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Disney Gift Card Program. Issued by Disney Gift Card Services, Inc., gift cards may not be used towards the purchase of any Disney Dollars or Disney Gift Cards. Other restrictions may apply. Use of gift card is acceptance of its terms and conditions. Visit disneygiftcard.com for more information. All pricing in US dollars.
CST #1022229-50; NVST #2006-0198
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Kids Sail Free on Most 3-Night Cruises This Winter and Spring
Great news! Kids 12 and under can sail free on most 3-night cruises from Jan. 22 through May 28, 2009 with two full-fare Guests in the same stateroom. Government Taxes and Fees not included.
This is the perfect opportunity for you to experience their first-ever Disney Cruise or come back and enjoy precious family time with the little ones. It's also a valuable offer to have at your fingertips for the start of wave season!
This is the perfect opportunity for you to experience their first-ever Disney Cruise or come back and enjoy precious family time with the little ones. It's also a valuable offer to have at your fingertips for the start of wave season!
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