Are you planning a dream trip to the happiest place on earth? Here are some of the key points you definitely need to keep in mind before you head to Disney World.
Drive Or Ride?
One of the first things to consider is whether youāre going to drive or fly. Flying is very popular and 80% of people heading to Disney World this year are international tourists. Interestingly, the opposite is true for Cali where the majority of visitors are from the good olā USA. If youāve been before, you might be familiar with the magical express. This shuttle service was free and took you to Disney property if you were staying at one of their hotels. Sadly, this no longer runs, so if youāre not driving, youāll need to arrange a taxi or take one of the paid shuttles from the airport. Thereās currently one which resembles an old steam train which is fun!
If youāre driving, make sure you have the right car. One of the key points is the air conditioning. You need a killer air conditioner if youāre parking in Disney, heading into the park and then coming back to your car. The Florida sun will leave your car feeling like an oven on the highest heat! (Will also burn your legs if the seats are leather!) This is something to keep in mind if youāre getting a new car just before this trip. Sites like Edmunds have all the information you need to find the right car with the best air conditioning system possible as well as other features.Ā
Do You Need Genie+?
Fastpasses used to be free in Disney. This was one of the best differences between Disney World and Universal. Thatās not the case anymore. Itās been replaced with Genie+. This paid for service works similar to a fastpass and will allow you to jump the standby line. However, youāll need to factor the cost into your vacation budget. The good news is that itās not super expensive and itās well worth it for most parks. (I have a post coming on this soon!) Particularly, if you are heading out over Spring break, in the summer, even over Christmas.Ā
What Clothing Should You Bring?Ā
The clothing you need will depend on when youāre heading there. Do be aware that if youāre going in June-November, this is hurricane season. You will absolutely need a poncho or umbrella and itās a smart idea to pack one of these for a summer trip too. The torrential rain will soak you in seconds if you get caught out in one of the storms. Aside from that, dress for warm weather and make sure to pack plenty of sunscreen. Donāt forget, if youāre hitting Blizzard Beach or Typhoon Lagoon, youāre going to need to reapply every time you dip in and out of the pool.Ā
Where Do You Want To Eat?
Finally, itās important to think about where you want to eat. The Disney Dining plan is still off the menu, but that doesnāt mean that the restaurants are any less popular. Be Our Guest, Space 220 and Topolino’s Terrace are just a few of the restaurants that book up fast. As soon as reservations are open, we recommend you grab the tables you want to avoid disappointment. However, if you can’t snag one, keep looking because some may pop up at a later date!
No matter what you decide, I hope you have the best time as you head to Disney World!

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