YOUR DISNEY MAGIC VACATION

The four major theme parks are the main attraction at Walt Disney World. The Magic Kingdom (MK) is a wonderful collection of adventure, heritage, fantasy, and science fiction. Walt Disney's dream of an Experimental Prototype Community Of Tomorrow (Epcot) showcases both technology and world culture in a unique mix of attractions and exhibits. At the Disney Studios you can see television and movie production and enjoy many of your favorite films and shows from the past, too. Disney's Animal Kingdom, the newest jewel in the Walt Disney World crown, is a blend of nature and adventure packaged with all of the exotic atmosphere that Disney's Imagineers could muster.

In addition to the major parks, three water parks and a handful of other attractions are available to resort guests. Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn would be right at home at the old swimming hole, River Country. Typhoon Lagoon is a lush tropical paradise...hit by a tremendous storm not long ago. Blizzard Beach was Florida's first ski resort...until the snow from the freak winter storm melted. There are several Disney-themed miniature golf courses and for the more serious sports enthusiast, 99 holes of "real" golf, tennis, beach volleyball, fishing, swimming, hiking, and water skiing.

Downtown Disney includes three areas of shopping, dining, and nighttime fun. The Village Marketplace is a wonderful collection of unique, interesting, and fun stores and boutiques. Pleasure Island, is primarily a nightspot with shopping, dining, and nightclubs - but many of the shops and restaurants are open during the day, too. The West End is the newest addition to Downtown Disney and adds additional restaurants and shops.

Another nighttime option is Disney's Boardwalk. Scattered along the boardwalk is a wonderful array of clubs, restaurants, and shops. The atmosphere is a throwback to 1930's Coney Island with the vendors, street performers, games of chance, and other amusements scattered about.

It is very difficult to understand the size, scope, and variety of Walt Disney World until you have actually been there. The theme parks, attractions, resorts, and restaurants of WDW offer something to everyone. No matter what your interest, you are sure to find loads of fun for everyone in the family.

Without a doubt, the magic of Walt Disney World makes this a wonderful and unique vacation destination!

TIPS

There are a multitude of websites and blogs offering advice on how to plan your itinerary.

The Florida sun is hot — a brimmed hat is needed. You will still want a long sleeved shirt for preventing sunburn — or to wear after you get burned!

Layered clothing is in order for any season, especially the cooler part of the year.

Comfortable, well broken in walking shoes are a must—you can easily walk 5 miles or more in a day; you may want to build up your walking endurance prior to your trip!

Loose, comfortable clothes are key; you’ll see every size and shape at the parks wearing shorts and tee shirts.