How to plan the perfect Walt Disney World vacation

August 10, 2010 by Clare Swindlehurst  
Filed under Dream it, Walt Disney World Resort

I’m a firm believer that everyone should get to go to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida at least once in their lives. It didn’t earn the title of “most popular vacation destination” for nothing, there really is something for everyone to enjoy.

Of course there are theme parks and thrill rides, fairy tales and Disney characters. But you’ll also find Championship golf courses, world-class restaurants and relaxing spas.

If you have decided that it’s finally time to take your loved ones on that vacation of a lifetime then here are some things you need to know to help you plan the perfect Disney World vacation.

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Walt Disney World for Couples: The Perfect Honeymoon Destination

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What should you do if it rains on your Disney World vacation?

If you’re anything like me you’ll want to plan your Disney World vacation to make sure that you maximise your enjoyment and minimise your time spent in line. But it doesn’t matter how much you plan and how many lists you make there will always be one thing you cannot control; the weather. So what do you do if it rains on your much-anticipated vacation? The answer is simple, you go and have fun anyway, and here’s how…

Disney World Pre-Trip Report

Hello and welcome to our pre-trip report. For those of you who are new to this concept I’ll be sharing the background to our upcoming trip and letting you in on our plans for our latest Walt Disney World vacation…

Disney Resorts

Disney Resorts are often an attraction in themselves, and you’ll have almost as much fun exploring your hotel as you do at the theme parks! Each resort has its own theme from the Savannah at the Animal Kingdom Lodge, to over sized movie icons at Disney’s All Star Movies Resort. There are almost 20 Disney resorts for you to choose from, and countless hotels in the nearby area so you’ll need to spend some time looking into which resort is right for you and your family.

Sanaa Brings Tastes of India to the Animal Kingdom Lodge

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Iger asked about Contemporary DVC

Despite applying for, and receiving, approval to sell time shares at the new Contemporary tower – under the resort name Bay Lake Tower – Disney has yet to make an official announcement about this new property.

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge wins Best Theme Park Hotel award

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge has been awarded Best Theme Park Hotel in the 2008 Theme Park Insider Awards

Disney World Vacation Tips – The best road into Disney World: Sherberth Road

A little known back entrance onto Walt Disney World property can help you get to the parks more quickly if you are staying in a villa in Formosa Gardens