Want some fairy dust sprinkled on your next vacation? Here are 7 Tips To Make Your Disney Vacation Easier – from Disney Parks to Disney Cruises and even a tip on Disney Deals!
7 Tips To Make Your Disney Vacation Easier
1. Visit the Disney Parks Blog for the latest, official, information including vacations and tips. It’s nice to have an official place to go to get information on what to expect on your visit along with some great tips on what to see in season. I recommend reading before you book your trip – to check out parade times/dates, events, and behind the scenes information.
2. Engage on social media…ask questions — your network of people is a veritable hive mind on Disney. Don’t be afraid to crowdsource your questions.
3. Cast Members want to make your visit special. Don’t hesitate to ask a cast member a question or give them a smile – they are super knowledgeable about how to make your experience easier!
4. Disney Park, Disney Cruise or Adventures by Disney? I think it comes down to budget and what you want out of your family trip. Parks are fantastic for those who like rides and shows (and walking a park). Cruises are great for those who want shows and activities (with less walking). Adventures are great for those who want a unique family adventure knowing you’ll have a super experience. Related: my previous Disney Parks Tips post.
5. Read up on FASTPASS before you visit a park. A FASTPASS will save you time (and possibly your sanity).
6. Read reviews and forums. (psst…This Official Moms Panel is a great place to ask questions and get answers).
7. Follow (or stalk) the Disney Special Offers page. Here you will find deals and special offers which might save you money!
When I visited the California park – I was astounded by the level of customer service. Cast members were so helpful. There was stroller parking. There were nursing stations and switch pass opportunities for parents. It was simply magical!
Thanks for all the tips
And be sure to book your dining before you go. Many restaurants don’t take walk in’s or if they do, you will be waiting for a LONG time.
I didn’t know this and the restaurant we tried to go to after the parade had a 4 hour wait list! Great tip Robin!
These are great tips. We visit Disney a couple times a year. My tip would be to take advantage of the fastpasses.
We would definitely take advantage of fastpasses. Best way to ride what you want.
These are really good tips to do when planning your trip. I like the fast passes and Plan the meals also.
These tips sound really helpful. I have always found that visiting the park on a weekday during the slow season makes a huge difference.
Weekdays slower – good to know!
I’m hoping to make it out to Disney sometime soon. These are great tips. I do love the Fastpass system.
The California resort has some incredible cast members. I am always so impressed with the high level of customer service and knowledge.
Disney vacations are just the best. I feel like the planning is part of the fun!
These are great tips for making your Disney vacation easier. I am hoping to go to Disney in the next year or two. I will have to remember these tips.
It’s a magical vacation!
What great ideas for making the Disney trip better. In SoCal we always checked weather reports to see if there would be any smoggy days that would result in shutdowns of our favorite rides. Then we’d schedule.
I am so checking the weather for our next trip – great tip!
We’ve never been to Disney but its something we’ve been talking about and are hoping to do in the next two years. So this is great to have and remember!
I didn’t know there was a Disney’s Special Offers pages. Bookmarking that bad boy!
Good to know right?!
My friend is at Dinsye now for her birthday! I love how Disney stays with the trend and is keeping up socially!
Those are some really great tips! I can’t wait to take my kids when they’re older!
I have never gone before but definitely on my bucket list of places to go when my girls are old enough and i cant wait!
These are amazing tips! Disney trips can be stressful if they aren’t planned and these insider tips help.
Some great tips. We have been there twice with our kids. I don’t have any amazing tips other than start at the back of the park and work your way to the front.
These are all great tips! Kiddo has been to Disney with her siblings and her grandma and great aunt. I think I am one of few who have no real dying wish to go to Disney.
These are helpful tips. Disney takes a lot of planning!
I had no idea Disney has a special offers page. That’s so cool!
I love Disney parks. They do take some planning if you’ve never been there to find what to see!
I’ve gone a few times but not enough to give tips just yet. But if I had to I’d say get a Dole Whip!
Excellent tips! I used the fastpasses when I took my kids – it really did help out!
Will have to use some of the tips
With four kids to wrangle, we would definitely need the FastPasses!
I always use a FASTPASS! Those things have saved my sanity more than once; also find all the “secret” activities, restaurants and events, it will make any trip extra special.
The park is definitely a whirl of activity, people, and excitement. Great post to make the most of every day there.
I loved Disney when I went there more than 25 years ago and i’d love to go back
Thank you! Forwarding to my daughter, they are going in the fall!
Thanks for the tips for when I make my first visit to Disney.