Disney World Vacations
Where else in the world can you see robots, dinosaurs, ghosts, an African safari, princesses and pirates all within a quick tram ride? Amid the crocodiles, humidity and palm trees of Orlando, Florida, you’ll feel free as your imagination soars, whether you’re eight, eighteen, forty-eight or eighty! Disney World is comprised of five different Disney parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Downtown Disney - all with their own wonders, amusements and unique décor.
The secret to getting a Disney World discount is to look into "Parkhopper" tickets. To get the most from your vacation, you can purchase 3, 5, 6, 7 or 10-day passes that allow you to go from one park to the next at your leisure. That way, if you miss a few attractions at one park, you can go back and hit them, without having to "kill time" there, or you can catch all your favorite rides again before you leave.
Many Disney vacation deals can be found online. For instance, United Vacations is offering a $200 Disney gift card with the purchase of a 5-night or longer flight and hotel package. Additionally, guests can purchase discount park passes. Timeshares often offer free Disneyworld tickets if you’re willing to spend a morning listening to their sales presentation. Of course, there’s no obligation to buy, but not everyone will feel comfortable with the situation. OrlandoThemeParkVacations.com has deep discounts, for example.
"Value season" for the Disney World resorts runs from January 1st - February 13th, July 20th - October 1st and November 30th - December 18th. In addition to shorter lines, you’ll save $50 (regular) or $150 (holiday) per night. Seasoned veterans say that it’s not really necessary to pay for the "room with a view," as you’re not really there enough to appreciate the extra $100 worth. You’ll find that each Disney resort has its own hint of magic, whether you’re looking for an after-park spa session, the "rustic pioneer" feel, or the quintessential Grand Floridian vacation.
In addition to Disney World amusement park attractions at four separate areas, Epcot, Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom, you can also visit nightlife like Pleasure Island or Downtown Disney, with their multitude of clubs, concerts, Disney restaurants and shops. You may even want to schedule some downtime to watch a breath-taking Cirque du Soleil performance or book a massage after a long travel. Walt Disney once said, "It’s no secret that we were sticking just about every nickel we had on the chance that people would really be interested in something totally new and unique in the field of entertainment." From the moment you set eyes on the park, you realize they really have spared no expense in the creation of this paradise.
By Travel Editor
