From Jennifer Fickley-Baker, Social Media Manager and posted on the Disney Parks Blog.
Will you visit the Walt Disney World Resort this week? A lot of families will head to our parks to ring in the new year, so we thought we’d share some tips on how to make the most of your trip during this busy time.
Traveling Around The Walt Disney World Resort
- Using on-property resort buses, boats or Monorails can help you avoid traffic and arrive at parks sooner. Busses begin departing from Disney resort hotels 45 minutes prior to the park opening and run two hours after park closing.
- If driving a personal car, please plan for additional travel time.
- If staying at an on-property Disney resort, don’t forget about Extra Magic Hours.
- Different theme parks offer Extra Magic Hours on different days, so check the calendar here for more.
Theme Park Tips
- Grab a Times Guide on your way into the park for the day’s showtimes, character greeting locations and more.
- Download the My Disney Experience app for your smartphone to access the latest attraction wait times, schedule FastPass+ options, check dining offerings and more.
- Magic Kingdom Park will offer an Extra Magic Hour from 7-8 a.m., daily, from Dec. 28-Jan. 1, 2015. Visiting the park early will help you get a headstart on your day.
- New Year’s fireworks spectaculars will be displayed at Magic Kingdom Park on both December 30 and 31. (Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios will join the celebration with displays on December 31 only).
Walt Disney World Dining
- Use the My Disney Experience app, visit Guest Relations or call 407-WDW-CNCL to modify dining reservations.
- Consider choosing a dining time prior to 6 p.m. or after 8 p.m. to avoid the dinner rush.
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As co-owner and co-creator of The Main Street Mouse.Working in a technical support position for 18 years, it was time for a change.As the Webmaster and Project Planner, I spend most of my time researching everything from the latest Disney News, technology advances and of course keeping up on all the Marvel news that comes out.I never considered myself a writer but I’ve come to like blogging and sharing news with all.I feel blessed everyday that I get to spend my days working with my best friend and love of my life while we continue to grow and expand what started as a hobby all those years ago.
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My tip – don’t go……it’s way too crowded during the holiday week. Find a time during the year when it’s not as crowded.