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| Subject | Date Asked |
| tickets | 11/28/2011 |
| Q: I have season ticket to Disney World, but will be visiting my son in Ca. and wondered if I could ... A: Unfortunately, most of the Annual Passes at Disney World do not work at Disneyland. There is a ... | |
| Disney world April 2012 | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: we're planning our first-ever Disney vacation in April-possibly from April 6-13. We could stay with ... A: That is very nice that you can spend time at the beach and at Disney World during your trip to ... | |
| Finding best package deals for Disneyworld Nov. 2011 | 10/8/2011 |
| Q: I want to take my wife and 5 year daughter to Disneyworld Orlando in November 2011. I am looking for ... A: The way to insure the best deal on a Walt Disney World vacation is to book through an Earmarked ... | |
| Weather and Crowds | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: My family and I will be at Walt Disney World from December 19, 2011 till December 28, 2011. I was ... A: Generally, the weather in December is in the 70's during the day and drops into the low 60's or high ... | |
| Special show and character dining | 9/12/2011 |
| Q: I have two questions I hope you can help me. I will be going to the Magic Kingdom Park on October 26 ... A: Generally speaking, the Magic, The Memories and You will be shown on the nights when they are not ... | |
| Moving vacation date after booking | 8/17/2011 |
| Q: I booked a vacation in February for my husband and myself for December 11-13, 2011 @ WDW. He is a ... A: Yes, you can move the dates without penalty up until 45 days before your arrival. You may or may ... | |
| Travel times from kidani lodge animal kingdom | 7/31/2011 |
| Q: We are considering staying at Kidani lodge in Animal kingdom with a 7 and 5 year old. We are a bit ... A: No matter where you stay at Walt Disney World, you will have to travel a distance to some of the ... | |
| INTERNATIONAL DRIVE | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I will be traveling to Disney in August. I reserved a room on international drive. My party consists ... A: Staying on I-Drive is relatively convenient IF you have a car. The Lynx buses are reliable but they ... | |
| best month and what age? | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: I actually have 2 questions: Which would be best month to go, November around Thanksgiving or 2nd ... A: I LOVE the villas at Animal Kingdom for young children! They have so many activities for them at ... | |
| best month and what age? | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: I actually have 2 questions: Which would be best month to go, November around Thanksgiving or 2nd ... A: Of your two options, the second week in January is far and away the better choice. The Thanksgiving ... | |
| Transfer Disney tickest to my brother | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: My family and I are going to Orlando next month (July) and I bought a 6day tick for Disney a few ... A: Disney will require ID when you pick up the tickets. Disney will not transfer the tickets. ... | |
| Disney Ticket | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: I have two Disney cast member discount tickets, that I received some time ago. There is no ... A: The Cast Member tickets normally do have expiration dates. However, the older ones may not. I ... | |
| disney trip | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: i want to know the best time to go?my daughter is ten this year and i wanted it to be special and do ... A: One of my favorite sources for saving money at Disney World is the Insider's Guide to Disney World. ... | |
| Cost to rent scooter at the theme parks | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: What is the cost to rent a scooter for the day at the Disney Theme Parks and do you have to reserve ... A: The electric scooters are a first come first serve basis at all of the Disney Theme Parks. The ... | |
| No Expiration Tickets and Age of Kids | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: I had a question about the no expiration option for Disney Tickets. My understanding is that with ... A: If you purchase a child pass and then they turn 10, you just stop by Guest Services located at the ... | |
| WDW Vacation | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: My family (wife and kids 8 & 7) are staying for a week at Beach Club Villas from 6-13 Feb. I would ... A: One of the best deals for Sea World tickets is through a ticket wholesale company like Official ... | |
| Easter 2011 | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: I read some of the posts, but I still have questions about Easter break. My kids go to Catholic ... A: Since Easter is on April 24 this next year, it will be quite busy the week before and after Easter. ... | |
| college students on a budget at WDW | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: My two roommates and I will be spending Spring Break at WDW. Since we are college students, we are ... A: Sounds like you are going to have a great visit to Disney World! The weather is nice in March. ... | |
| craigs list tickets to Disney | 12/8/2010 |
| Q: I understand the part about the fingerprint tag for Disney tickets, but what if I buy tickets from ... A: You can certainly buy tickets on Craigs List if they have not been used. Once you go through the ... | |
| Disney 1st week of April | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: we are trying to plan our spring break and are wondering if this will be a busy time at Disney? I ... A: Spring Break at Disney World runs from February-the end of April, so unfortunately anytime during ... | |
| Beach! | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: I will be in Disney the week before Easter. (We depart Easter Sunday) I will be there with my two ... A: With your vacation plans, I would suggest renting a car. With your Orlando hotel and your trip to ... | |
| beginning of June | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: "We are getting to book a vacation for Sept 2011( thats the best month for us with the free dining) ... A: The beginning of June is considered Summer Season, so you are paying more money for the hotels. ... | |
| beginning or end of Sept | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: "We are getting to book a vacation for Sept 2011( thats the best month for us with the free dining) ... A: It is hot during September, but not as hot as the summer months. However, you are right about the ... | |
| beginning or end of Sept | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: "We are getting to book a vacation for Sept 2011( thats the best month for us with the free dining) ... A: The best week to visit is the 1st weekend in September. This is a much better time for crowds ... | |
| day after Thanksgiving and Christmas taping. | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: First I would like to ask how crowded on a scale of 1-10 is the day after Thanksgiving at the parks. ... A: The Thanksgiving Week is quite busy and you should expect around an 8 for the day after Thanksgiving ... | |
| MICKARONI AND CHEESE | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: WHERE CAN I BUY THE PACKAGED MICKARONI AND CHEESE TO TAKE HOME? A: You can purchase this specialty Mickey Mouse mac & cheese at all of the Disney Resort merchandise ... | |
| nappies/diapers | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: where in Disney can you purchase nappies? Staying in Disney for 2 weeks in November but do not want ... A: You can purchase diapers or swimmies (for the pool) at any Disney World Resort merchandise shop or ... | |
| Pop Warner | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: We have booked our 1st Disney Trip Dec. 4th -11th. No kids or Grandchildren...just us. The more I ... A: Are you concerned about visiting during Pop Warner Super Bowl? Or are you concerned about booking ... | |
| disney tickets | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: my husband and I are taking his mother and our 10 year old niece to Disney October 10 - 13. We're ... A: The Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin do have a continuous shuttle service that runs to all of the ... | |
| Decorations, Halloween to Christmas | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: We are traveling from October 31 to November 6. Will we see the transformation from Halloween to ... A: The first decorations for Christmas will come up for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party that is ... | |
| 3 bedroom at Contemporary hotel | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm inquiring on a friend's behalf about a 3-bedroom at the Contemporary hotel for Feb 19-26, 2011. ... A: AHHH! That is part of the problem. Disney's Contemporary Resort is a convention hotel. Most of ... | |
| not so scary halloween party | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: Travelling with my husband and 2 kids ( 8 and 4 years old) on October the 28th and I´m wondering if ... A: Since you are visiting with kids, I would highly recommend Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party ... | |
| Crowds and saving money | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: I have never been to Florida's Disney World so I am clueless on what to expect and how to arrange ... A: It sounds like a wonderful gift you are trying to arrange for your niece! I would suggest you work ... | |
| Queue times | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: me and my girlfriend are travelling to Florida on the 4th to 18th of April 2011. Can you please ... A: During this time of year, it will be busy! There are select days that will be better than others to ... | |
| Crowds | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: We are thinking of coming to Disney either Dec15-20, 2010 or March 5-11, 2011. Which week do you ... A: For crowds, December 15-20 is a much better time to visit. This is Value Season in regards to ... | |
| Candlelight show | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: do you have to pay for the candlelight processional when you book it? If I reserve it now will I be ... A: For the Candlelight Processional, it is only a credit card guarantee. You do not have to prepay. ... | |
| Park opening and monorail | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: Am traveling to WDW in Late Nov./ Early Dec. with wife and 2 kids (22 months and 5 yrs). When we ... A: Unfortunately, you are no longer able to ride in the front of the monorails for safety reasons. ... | |
| Park capacity during Christmas week | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: We are staying offsite this visit (Dec 27/10 - Jan3/11). I've been reading that the parks close at ... A: Yes, that is correct! You are visiting during the busiest time of year in Orlando and many of the ... | |
| transportation from disney to seaworld | 7/26/2010 |
| Q: We have a trip to Disney planned and are staying at the Carribean Beach resort. The only off-site ... A: You will love Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort! It is a great resort! There are not alot of ... | |
| Is August to hot? | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: Me and my wife are looking to take our two children to WDW Florida next year. They will be aged 6 ... A: Sounds like a fun visit to Disney World! I hate to tell you, but it is very hot in August. This is ... | |
| trip 2011 | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: it seems you have a lot of knowledge about this subject we are a family of 4 travelling from ... A: Since your dates have changed to January 5, we will not be able to plan too much of your vacation ... | |
| trip 2011 | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: it seems you have a lot of knowledge about this subject we are a family of 4 travelling from ... A: We can price 2010 packages, but it is a little early for 2011 packages. We do have a watch list for ... | |
| trip 2011 | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: it seems you have a lot of knowledge about this subject we are a family of 4 travelling from ... A: We actually plan quite alot of longer vacations to Orlando for International Guests. We always ... | |
| Vacation | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I do this every year and every year we do not go. I have three kids not two. So there is always the ... A: Since you are visiting in September, I would suggest booking a Magic Your Way Package plus Free ... | |
| shutle/cab service from airport to Disney World | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: We'll be several families traveling to Disney World this summer. One of the kids (he's 17 & will be ... A: Since he is an adult during your trip, he may just want to take a cab. He can pick up a taxi right ... | |
| WDW Vacation March or April 2011 | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: We're taking a WDW/Florida vacation in spring 2011. I'm hoping that, with a late Easter (April 24), ... A: With a late Easter next year, your dates farther out will be better travel dates. It is a little ... | |
| Hotel Reservation | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: I recently booked the on-site hotel. At the time, I did not purchase theme park ticket because I am ... A: Disney normally does not send you something new, except for maybe an updated confirmation showing ... | |
| Hotel Reservation | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I recently booked the on-site hotel. At the time, I did not purchase theme park ticket because I am ... A: You can certainly upgrade your room only reservation to a package reservation. If you are staying ... | |
| marathon crowds | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: We are planning a family trip to WDW next January from Jan 6-14. My two children (age 17 and 20) ... A: Good for your children! That is amazing! I have run the Disney Marathon and it is alot of fun - ... | |
| crowds and dinner | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: we are going to disney world April 29th through May 1st. What will the crowds be like this time of ... A: That is actually a wonderful time to visit! For late April and early May, this is one of the best ... | |
| Buying a Stepping Stone at WDW Magic Kingdom | 3/23/2010 |
| Q: he loved going to Disney and our whole family are going there in May.We thought it would be a lovely ... A: What a lovely way to remember your father and the fun times at Disney World. Disney does not have ... | |
| Code, what does it mean? | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: I made a WDW Reservation, a Magic Your Way +Dining and 8day ticket/with hopper and Water Parks Fun & ... A: That is called a rate code. Disney Reservations has a rate code for every package (discount or no ... | |
| Traveling to Orlando for the first time | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: my name is Maria and I´m from Ecuador. I'm going to WDW for the first time this sep 14th for 7 days ... A: Congratulations on your 1st visit to Disney World! You will have an amazing vacation! Disney's Pop ... | |
| Busy time of year | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: Our family of 2 kids and 2 adults will be traveling to Disney May 24-29, 2010. How busy will the ... A: This is a popular time to visit, but really it is not one of the busiest times! One a scale from ... | |
| theme parks | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: Planning a WDW trip 6/10. On a day that a park has x-tra hours, would it be wise to visit another ... A: If you are staying at a Disney World Resort Hotel, you should take advantage of the Extra Magic ... | |
| Disneyworld planning | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: We have used your advice in the past and found it invaluable in trying to pick dates for our ... A: I am glad my info was helpful planning your last visit to Disney World! For this visit, the MLK ... | |
| Thanksgiving week visit to DW | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: My co-worker and I want to visit, and I want to take my son,his wife and 2 boys (6 & 11). Would it ... A: You are visiting during a more busy time at Disney World! However, most guests tend to visit the ... | |
| XMAS AT DISNEY | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: I am currently organsing a trip to orlando for 14 days over the xmas/new year period. I am taking my ... A: Great - that is my favorite Christmas meal, too! There are not any scheduled Christmas meals this ... | |
| Statying at a Non-disney resort - transportation | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: We have planned a trip to Orlando, for the first week of March and have made reservations at a ... A: If you are staying at a non-Disney Hotel, the best form of transportation is a rental car. This way ... | |
| poly,restaurants | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: We are a family of 5, with 3 boys ages 11,9,6. This is their first trip to Disney. I was wondering ... A: Disney's Polynesian Resort is an amazing resort and the whole family will love it! Lots of great ... | |
| Crowd size | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: What kind of crowd size can I expect for the dates April 3rd thru April 10th 2010 A: I wish I had some good news for you! Expect crowds to be at the highest at Disney World, besides ... | |
| Disney crowds | 2/8/2010 |
| Q: I am planing a short trip to WDW and was wondering what the crowds in March and April are like. ... A: Sounds like a fun visit to Disney World! The best time to visit for March or April is later April ... | |
| Dining Plan | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I see that the dining plan offers 1 quick service meal, 1 table service meal and a snack. So, that ... A: I know it does sound strange. However, most guests arrive after lunch on the 1st day and leave ... | |
| cost for a family of 4 | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: About how much is the average cost of a family of four to go to Disney from the Northwest Arkansas ... A: The cheapest and least crowded time to visit is late August and early September. For the past 6 ... | |
| cast member taking a trip to disney | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: My husband and i along with my husbands parents and our son who is 21 are all coming to Orlando this ... A: Sounds like you are true Disney fans! I am not familiar with any behind the scene activities for ... | |
| discounts | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: we already planned our Disney vacation starting January 30th, but I see they are offering gift cards ... A: You have time to take advantage of the Disney Gift Card promotion, but not the Give a Day Get a ... | |
| transfer of park passes | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: Tim My family and my brother's family are going to Orlando for 8 days. There are 4 in each ... A: I am sorry for the delay. I already answered this question, but for some reason it looks like it ... | |
| Disney World | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: I am taking a trip to Disney with the family for 9 days in the beginning of February. Not sure where ... A: I am going to direct you to the Preschoolers Guide to Disney World. Since you have younger ... | |
| Travel arrangements to Disney World | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: My wife and me along with our three kids (aged 10, 8 and 5 yo) are planning to visit Orlando Disney ... A: Most United States tour operators that focus on Disney World and Orlando only offer airfare for ... | |
| marathon weekend | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: we will be going to the Magic Kingdom on January 9th. What should we expect crowd wise due to the ... A: The marathon weekend is a busy weekend. January 9 is the 1/2 marathon, so expect the crowds at ... | |
| not sure about which time to visit disney | 12/29/2009 |
| Q: I am taking my four nephews(ages 7-12)for the first time to Disney World. I teach so I am limited ... A: Starting on February 14, you kick into Spring Break Season. This is a busy time of the year for ... | |
| Must Do's and Trip Planning | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: Staying at Nick Hotel from Dec 30 - Jan 4. So, 4 full days for activity 12/31 - 1/3. What are the ... A: You are picking a fun resort! Your kids will love the Nick Hotel! The must see Theme Parks in ... | |
| Disney dining | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I are going to be in WDW next week. Is there a time when 2 empty nesters may go to ... A: Le Cellier books up months in advance, so you may not be able to get a dining reservation for next ... | |
| Christmas in Disney |2009 | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: We just booked our last minute trip to Disney for Christmas. It was a last minute idea to try to get ... A: The Walt Disney World Resort is extra magical this time of year! I would suggest booking a sleigh ... | |
| Akerhouse dining | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I are going to be in WDW next week. Is there a time when 2 empty nesters may go to ... A: The Akershus Royal Banquet Hall at Epcot only servers Character Dining with the Princesses for ... | |
| mvmcp without a ticket | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I am not going to the MVMCP this year. However, I would like to go to the magic kingdom around 4:00 ... A: The lights only run during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. This special event is on December ... | |
| mvmcp without a ticket | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: I am not going to the MVMCP this year. However, I would like to go to the magic kingdom around 4:00 ... A: They do light Cinderella's Castle right around dusk during the nights of Mickey's Very Merry ... | |
| Disney Pakrs | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: We we are travelling to Kissimee end of Jan 2010 with our 17 month old and I was wondering which ... A: For the Disney World Theme Parks, the best parks for infants are Magic Kingdom, Disney's Hollywood ... | |
| Christmas Dining | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: Tim, we have a reservation at the Brown Derby on Christmas Day, however as good as the Derby is I ... A: The Hollywood Brown Derby is a Christmas favorite for many of our agents. Many of us have ... | |
| Visit Walt Disney World at the thanks given day | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I will go to Orlando in November 24 to 28, I want to go to Animal Kingdom, Disney Studios and Magic ... A: Yes, during the Thanksgiving Week there are high crowds at the Disney Theme Parks and Resort. This ... | |
| Disney weather | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: i just want to know how's the weather in Januray cause i would like to go to Disney parks and ... A: We normally suggest two days at Magic Kingdom and then one day each at the other Disney Theme Parks. ... | |
| Disney weather | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: i just want to know how's the weather in Januray cause i would like to go to Disney parks and ... A: There is something extra magical about staying at a Disney World Resort! Even though you will not ... | |
| Disney weather | 10/24/2009 |
| Q: i just want to know how's the weather in Januray cause i would like to go to Disney parks and ... A: The weather does cool down in Orlando in January. The average high is 71 and the average low is 49. ... | |
| November 16-26 | 10/22/2009 |
| Q: We have only been to WDW in the summer months. I was wondering what kind of clothing to pack for our ... A: It is a little too early to determine the exact weather during mid-November. You should have a ... | |
| universal studio | 10/15/2009 |
| Q: I went on the Destinationsinflorida link and no one answers the phone or email. Are they still in ... A: I am sorry you had some issues getting ahold of them. I know they are one of the few companies that ... | |
| Getting Fort Wilderness Reservations | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a (almost) five year old that only wants to go camping at Disney for his Oct 30th birthday. ... A: What a great idea to celebrate a birthday! Unfortunately, I do not have alot of good news for you. ... | |
| What´s going on on Dec8-9, 2009? | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: im planning to go on Dec8 and Dec9, 2009 to WDW, but i realised all Value resorts at disney had run ... A: The weekdays that host Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party normally do not sell out. However, each ... | |
| What´s going on on Dec8-9, 2009? | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: im planning to go on Dec8 and Dec9, 2009 to WDW, but i realised all Value resorts at disney had run ... A: This is the kickoff for a sporting event at Disney World called Pop Warner Super Bowl. The resorts ... | |
| route from disney to orlando premium outlet | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: I'm planning to stay in the walt disney music resort and I'm interested in going to the orlando ... A: The Orlando Premium Outlets is right down the road from Disney's All Star Music Resort. There are ... | |
| Dining options | 10/10/2009 |
| Q: You have answered several questions for me before. We are a week away from our Wedding/Honeymoon at ... A: How exciting! I am sure you can't wait for your Disney wedding and honeymoon! You selected some ... | |
| Are we planning too much to do | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: This is an absolute minefield. What to choose? How many parks/attractions to visit? We are a family ... A: What a fun vacation to Orlando! You will be able to enjoy alot of the fun in 2 weeks. My first ... | |
| crowds in December/May | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: I am staying in the all star sports on December 11-13. I know about the pop warner how will this ... A: The week of Pop Warner Super Bowl is really not that bad at the Disney Theme Parks. Alot of these ... | |
| New Disney Meal Plan | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: I visited Disney World back in 2005 and had the table service meal plan. We were able to use 2 table ... A: I am sure you will have another wonderful visit with Mickey Mouse! With the Basic Dining Plan, ... | |
| transportation | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: I'm from Mexico an i will be in Disney this fall....in 13 days WOW its so close... but its my first ... A: There are a couple outlet malls near Disney World in Lake Buena Vista. One of the outlet malls ... | |
| Transportation from Disney to Universal | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: Tim, Planning trip for August 2010 that includes hotel stays in both Disney and Universal. Will be ... A: Sounds like a fun Disney World and Universal Studios vacation! One of my favorite ways to get ... | |
| Thanksgiving vs spring break | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: We have two older high school students who can't afford to miss school, so we have to travel when ... A: That is a great question! Between Thanksgiving Week and March 19-26, your better dates are in ... | |
| commemerative coin | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: I am looking for a coin that was sold this year in Florida approximate $75 had a limited number ... A: I am sorry to hear this news. What a thoughtful gesture you are doing to try to replace it for him. ... | |
| Disney Theme 2010 | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: can you tell me what the Disney theme will be while we are there and if there are any plans to carry ... A: The link to Disney Dining does not always come through, so I am giving the instructions. Go to ... | |
| Disney Theme 2010 | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: can you tell me what the Disney theme will be while we are there and if there are any plans to carry ... A: For 2010, Disney is still celebrating the What Will You Celebrate promotion. At the beginning of ... | |
| April 2011 | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: We are planning an extended family trip in 2011. Easter is late that year (April 24). Do you have ... A: I did some past research into the April attendance when Easter was later in the month. It was still ... | |
| Need Discount Universal Tickets | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: You seem to know alot about Orlando, so I hope you can give me some non-Disney guidance. We are ... A: Universal Studios has an incredible discount ticket called the 2-Park Unlimited Pass. This is one ... | |
| transportation from disney to universal | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: im going to disney next month and staying at pop century resort, we dont have a car and would like ... A: Sounds like a really fun visit to Orlando! Yes, you would save money, but you will be spending alot ... | |
| Disney with both young and old | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: My Mom who is 84, said that she would really like to visit Disneyworld with my youngest, who is 4. ... A: Sounds like a fun trip! We have lots of guests that are seniors traveling to Disney World with the ... | |
| 2010 package | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I have already booked a package for December 2010 to assure that we were able to get a room at the ... A: Sounds like an exciting Holiday trip to Disney World! If Disney releases a discount promotion, it ... | |
| reply to "are you staying on Disney property or somewhere else" | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: We are staying at the All Star Movie Resort. Do you have any tips on saving money and beating the ... A: Wow - that is a busy week to visit Disney World. What a fun vacation during the Holidays! Even ... | |
| transport from disney to international drive | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: we are visiting Disney in September and as we wont have a car we would like to know if there is ... A: Lynx is the name of the public transportation in Orlando. You can take Lynx from the Ticket & ... | |
| crowds in December | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: We usually go to Walt Disney World in September for free dining, however, since they have extended ... A: They stay at all of the Disney Value Resorts, not just the All Star Resorts. It just depends on ... | |
| crowds in December | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: We usually go to Walt Disney World in September for free dining, however, since they have extended ... A: You will love the Walt Disney World Resort in December. It is so beautiful with all of the ... | |
| DDP/ hotel | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: Struggling w/ a choice, and could use a fresh "expert" opinion. Planning to go to WDW early ... A: You got a great price on the Dolphin at Walt Disney World. How many adults and children are in your ... | |
| which week to visit? | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: we are currently booked at the Wilderness Lodge from 12/5-12/12 2009 with a free dining pin that we ... A: The Pop Warner Super Bowl does bring quite a few kids and family members to Walt Disney World. ... | |
| Disney Dining Plan | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: It's me again. You really do give great information. I was wondering if you could tell me a little ... A: All Character Dining are considered a sit down meal. It does not matter if it is breakfast, lunch ... | |
| Park Tickets w/out Park Hopper Option | 7/4/2009 |
| Q: We have our first Disney trip scheduled for the end of this year. We'll be there for 6 nights/ 7 ... A: Unfortunately, you were given incorrect information. With the Disney Base Tickets, you can only ... | |
| travel time bwtn AK & DS | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I'm planning to be in AK with a set of 3 yo twins and have lunch reservations in Disney Studios what ... A: Disney suggests an hour transportation time to get from one destination at Disney World to another ... | |
| disney world the week after xmas | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: Do you have any tips on how to beat the crowds in the Disney parks the week between Christmas and ... A: I am glad to hear you are prepared for the busy Holiday week at Disney World. Many guests do not ... | |
| July 4 2009 | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: Is July 4 a fun time to visit or are their large crowds? Where do you recommend viewing fireworks ... A: You will have a wonderful visit to Disney World, even on a busier holiday. Yes, all of the Disney ... | |
| magic kingdom | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: We will be in Orlando from July 17th - July 23. What day or days of the week are less crowded at ... A: What an exciting summer vacation! You will have a great trip. For the days at Magic Kingdom Park, ... | |
| DW tickets | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: I am due to visit Disney World in late july with my partner. Due to time constraints we will only ... A: I would suggest arriving to the Ticket & Transportation Center about 30-45 minutes before Magic ... | |
| traveling on public transport to disney theme parks fron international drive | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: we are staying on international drive in June and want to travel to epcot, magic kingdom, animal ... A: What a fun vacation - 14 days gives you lots of time to enjoy all of the excitement of Walt Disney ... | |
| Honeymoon in WDW | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: I am getting married in July and we are in the midst of planning our honeymoon. I am a complete ... A: What an exciting honeymoon! Disney did just release the new Summer Magic Your Way Package, which is ... | |
| free dining plan 2009 | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: Friends of mine got a pin number for the free dining plan come this October. My family will be ... A: The pin promotion is a completely random process - unfortunately. The pin promotions do tend to be ... | |
| Rookie at reservations | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: This is my honeymoon! I am staying at the GF. I have been given two different numbers from the ... A: Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is the most elegant resort at Walt Disney World. It is a ... | |
| How is early June? | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: Another "time to go" question. How are the crowds at the parks in early (first 2 weeks) June? Not ... A: The first week of Orlando is usually very busy with the Gay Days Group that visit from June 2-8. ... | |
| Disney World Gift Cards | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I cannot find an option for will call pickup at Disney World Resort for an on-line purchased gift ... A: For Disney Gift Cards for Walt Disney World, you are not able to select a Will Call option. These ... | |
| RE: days to spend at WDW theme park | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: Planning in July to visit. 4 children and 3 adults Children ages 2X 9 yrs and 2 X 6 yrs.We want to ... A: Since you are staying off property, I would suggest a minimum of 7 nights/8 days for your Orlando ... | |
| may 12-15 crowds | 4/26/2009 |
| Q: could you tell me how crowded these dates will be at disney world? Is it as bad as spring break ... A: For February-July, you are picking one of the best weeks out of this time period to visit Disney ... | |
| WEATHER @ DISNEY | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: In December of this year 2009 my family will travel to Disney in Orlando and be there from Dec. 24th ... A: The weather in Florida is very unpredictable. Unfortunately, it does change from year to year. ... | |
| First Trip. | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: I'd been to Walt Disney World about 11-13 time( thank to my parent). I planning my own vacation this ... A: How exciting, a 21st birthday at Disney World! I would suggest contacting an Authorized Disney ... | |
| resorts | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: Me again. Wondering if you have ever switched resorts mid visit? My girls (8 and 6) and I are ... A: I personally have never switched resorts mid-visit, but I live in Orlando. I visit the resorts ... | |
| Wheelchair Rental | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: I am going to need to rent a wheelchair at Disney World in Orlando for our upcoming visit. It that ... A: You can certainly rent a wheelchair, electric scooter and even strollers at the Disney Theme Parks. ... | |
| booking packages | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I are taking our two kids to Disney this summer, and we'd really like to keep it ... A: Sounds like a fun family trip to Disney World! This type situation does happen quite often for ... | |
| handicap scooter rental | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: Does Walt Disney World offer the rental of handicap scooters in house or is that done through ... A: Disney Parks do have their own in house electric scooters. You will pick up a scooter at each ... | |
| reservation codes | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: Tim, Do you know what the following package code means: Yacht Club- DPW/Magic your way pkg + Dine - ... A: This package quote is for the Stay 4 Get 3 Free promotion. The DPW/OL are rate codes to help Disney ... | |
| Tickets Purchase | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I live in Jacksonville Florida. Can I purchase Dinsney tickets at local resident price for my 2 ... A: Technically, you are suppose to purchase Florida Resident tickets if you or the children live in ... | |
| Ticket re issue | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: Date: Tue, 17 Mar 2009 03:14:06 -0700 Hi Tim, I hope you can help; I am attaching a couple of ... A: There is really not a phone number to Guest Communications or a number for Ticketing to assist with ... | |
| Ticket re issue | 3/17/2009 |
| Q: Date: Tue, 17 Mar 2009 03:14:06 -0700 Hi Tim, I hope you can help; I am attaching a couple of ... A: I am sorry to hear about this tough situation. Disney Guest Communications rarely contacts guests ... | |
| tickets | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: We are staying at orange lake resort and I am wondering about being able to leave and come back ... A: You are going to have so much fun with your 2 year old at Disney! I think when they are this young, ... | |
| car rental at Disneyworld | 3/7/2009 |
| Q: My husband and I are planning to stay at one of the Disney resorts next January 2010 for a week. We ... A: You call the Alamo Rental Office at the Walt Disney Car Care Center right from your resort phone to ... | |
| shuttle transportation from Disney resort dolphin to universal studio | 3/5/2009 |
| Q: I am staying in the Disney world dolphin resort and would like to take a shuttle bus to the ... A: Here is a link to Destinations in Florida Travel. There is a 1-Day/2-Park Pass and a 2-Day/2-Park ... | |
| Boardwalk Inn vs. Beach club resort | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: We have the option to book the boardwalk inn or the beach club resort for the week with my three ... A: With your kids ages, I would book Disney's Boardwalk Inn Resort. Both resorts have very similar ... | |
| Walt Disney World resort | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: We are planning on going to WDW with our three children 8, 6, 4. My husband is going to attend a ... A: Sounds like a fun trip! For the room, you will need to upgrade to a room that will sleep 5 people ... | |
| Royal Plaza Hotel | 2/18/2009 |
| Q: How far is the Royal Plaza Hotel from Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge? Is there a bus that run between ... A: Royal Plaza is a good distance from Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge - about a 15-20 minute car ride. ... | |
| Disney World Shuttle Service | 2/16/2009 |
| Q: My wife and I have a reservation at one of the Disney World Resorts in March. We are taking the ... A: There is not a shuttle service that runs from the train station to the Disney World Resorts. You ... | |
| Fishing | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: Is there fishing at Disney World? My client saw a fishing program on ESPN and is wondering how one ... A: Yes, BASS is based at Disney World. You can take advantage of some great fishing excursions right ... | |
| Travel times on shuttle between parks at WDW | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: We are going to DisneyWorld the beginning of May and staying at the Wilderness Lodge. It's been ... A: Disney's Wilderness Lodge Resort is a great resort! One of my favorites! Magic Kingdom is a mile ... | |
| park hoppper or not | 2/9/2009 |
| Q: We are planning a trip to Disney in Nov. 2009 and I am trying to decide if i want park hopper or if ... A: Wow! That is why I always say book with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner. There are so many ... | |
| Best Time To Go Spring 2009 | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I've noticed you mentioning that the last week of April has traditionally been a good time to go as ... A: For the Floridian in me, I love the May month. It is much better than June and July! You are ... | |
| Best Time To Go Spring 2009 | 2/4/2009 |
| Q: I've noticed you mentioning that the last week of April has traditionally been a good time to go as ... A: Sounds like a fun visit to Disney World! Your kids are the perfect age for all of the Disney fun! ... | |
| HELP ME DECIDE! | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: We're off to Florida to do it all in mid February for 2 weeks! Looked at thousands of sights ... A: Sounds like a fun visit to Orlando! I would not wait to pre-order your Disney World and Universal ... | |
| Paying for Planning Assistance | 1/27/2009 |
| Q: Any recommendations on getting help planning our trip that falls somewhere between VIP guide ... A: That is an great question - book with an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner! I am always amazed ... | |
| Travel dates to Disney | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: We are planning a trip to Disney in 2009 and have 2 options: April 26-30 or May 24-28. Any opinion ... A: Your better vacation dates are April 26-30! This is past the Spring Break Season and into the ... | |
| 2009 visit | 1/26/2009 |
| Q: we are planning a trip to WDW and wanted to go right after school was out the 1st week of june ... A: Orlando GayDays is held June 2-8 in Orlando. I know you are curious why this is run over the ... | |
| Grand Gathering question | 1/24/2009 |
| Q: Tim, As my go-to guy, do you know if the members of a Grand Gathering all need to stay at the same ... A: Yes, a Grand Gathering can stay at different Disney World Resorts. They only have to be visiting ... | |
| Free meal plan 2009??? | 1/21/2009 |
| Q: Have you heard anything about a possible free meal plan for 2009 for late August through September?? ... A: Yes, were have heard they are still planning on offering the free Dining Plan for this September. ... | |
| 10 year wedding anniversary | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: !) with a budget of about 300 dollars do you have ny good ideas I could surprise him with and is ... A: Since you are celebrating a 10th anniversary, I am suggesting a Disney Signature Table Service ... | |
| mother of a castmember will visit her son | 1/9/2009 |
| Q: My son will be a castmember February 1st 2009 in Disney Florida. I'll visit him in March 2009. Can ... A: Since they are part of the International College Program, I would suggest booking your package ... | |
| Disney Package | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: I was in Disney for New Years and I wanted to go back in March. I am a teacher and our spring break ... A: For your vacation dates, the cost is $10 cheaper per night if you visit during the weekday. Friday ... | |
| question about photographers needed | 1/7/2009 |
| Q: Not sure if you can give me some direction or not but i am a wedding photographer in the area and ... A: It is surprising how often we are asked about family pictures during a Disney World vacation. My ... | |
| Used tickets | 1/3/2009 |
| Q: How do I find out what is left and do they ever expire? We stayed in WDW back in 2007 and as part ... A: For your 5-Day Passes, you will have to take them to Guest Relations/Guest Services located at the ... | |
| animal care classes | 1/2/2009 |
| Q: I am interrested in learning more about the animal care classes at disneyworld and if i can make ... A: I checked with some of my contacts a Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park about your request. This is ... | |
| Blizzard Beach | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: Is it reasonable to consider visiting Blizzard Beach the first week of February? What is the water ... A: Yes! Many guests spend their Disney World vacation in the resort pool and at the Waterparks, even in ... | |
| christmas at disney hotels | 12/28/2008 |
| Q: i have already booked for next christmas at coronado springs, i am traveling with my kids aged 10, ... A: The more popular Disney Resorts for Christmas decorations are Disney's Grand Floridian Resort, ... | |
| Weather in January | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: 1) what is weathernormally in mid January in WDW. 2) My Grandson is going to be having a birthday ... A: January is the coldest month of the year in Orlando. The average high is 71 and the average low is ... | |
| grand floridian cafe/crowds | 12/9/2008 |
| Q: we cannot get any reservations to eat at so we were wondering if this was a nice place to eat. We ... A: The Grand Floridian Cafe is a perfect restaurant to have dinner after your day at the Disney Parks. ... | |
| dining | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: I am sending my 16 and 14 year old sons to Faith in 3d in January. They are staying in the Coronado ... A: The only Dining Plan is part of the Magic Your Way Package. If you already have your hotel and ... | |
| Disney | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: I will be vacationing with my family in Walt Disney World this December(09). In previous visits I ... A: I am actually going to refer to you to the experts that deal with itinerary planning at the Disney ... | |
| Disney "Ultimate" fastpass | 12/1/2008 |
| Q: I will be vacationing with my family in Walt Disney World this December(09). In previous visits I ... A: The Year of a Million Dreams contest is completely random. A computer actually determines the ... | |
| Teacher rates | 11/27/2008 |
| Q: can teachers get a discounted rates on the park tickets at Disney World. I know the hotels offer a ... A: Disney World Theme Parks do not currently offer a discount for teachers (at the gates). It is ... | |
| Thanksgiving options | 11/12/2008 |
| Q: Tim, I used your services once before and was very impressed. Here's an abstruse (perhaps obtuse)I ... A: There is really not a Honeybaked Ham or Heavenly Ham in Lake Buena Vista or Kissimmee (near Disney). ... | |
| Is the economy affecting Disney World attendance? | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: We are traveling to Disney World from Nov. 22 to Nov. 30. I know that this is usually a busy time ... A: I am sorry to say - Disney World is going to be just as busy over the Thanksgiving week from ... | |
| Discount Disney tickets | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: I read where you answered someones question regarding AARP discounted Disney tickets that they ... A: I understand completely! Our favorite is the Official Ticket Center. We book with them all of the ... | |
| Swan/ Dolphin teacher discount | 11/1/2008 |
| Q: I saw in another post that someone thought that homeschool teachers might be eligible for the ... A: The Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin do offer teacher discounts. They require a copy of your ... | |
| 2 parks in one day without parkhopper | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: I have read other posts and have seen conflicting answers to this question - so am I hoping for a ... A: I do not have good news. You will not be able to visit more than one Disney Theme Park on the same ... | |
| Visit to Orlando | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: We are planning a visit to Orlando over Christmas break this year--December 21-29. Our group will ... A: Sounds like a fun visit to Orlando! The more popular theme parks for teens are Islands of ... | |
| travel dates | 10/20/2008 |
| Q: I was looking to go to WDW either May 16-22 or 25-31. How crowded are those weeks and is one better ... A: May is a wonderful time to visit for weather! For crowds, the week of May 16-22 will be a better ... | |
| tickets | 10/18/2008 |
| Q: Can you use AARP discount for tickets at Disney World? A: You cannot purchase tickets at Disney World with a AARP discount. They do not offer discounts at the ... | |
| transportation between Disney and non-Disney parks | 10/14/2008 |
| Q: I'm a bit embarrassed to say it, but I'm a travel agent with a Disney question I can't answer. I ... A: Disney does not offer transportation between the Disney Resorts and Universal Studios Theme Parks. ... | |
| Disney discounts | 10/9/2008 |
| Q: We have booked a Disney vacation for 3/21-3/28/09. This is our first trip but I have been informally ... A: Disney does normally offer discounts during your vacation dates in March. You have a few options, ... | |
| 3 year old boy's 1st time to WDW =need recommendations please | 10/7/2008 |
| Q: Our family of 3 including our 3 year old son will be traveling from California the Nov. 13-22, 2008. ... A: Sounds like a fun visit to Disney World! Your 3 year old is going to have such a great time with ... | |
| Buyer's Remorse | 10/2/2008 |
| Q: We made a reservation to stay at Caribbean Beach Resort October 10 thru 16, 2008. It will be my ... A: Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort is a great resort for amenities! They have a brand new pool with ... | |
| I could use some assistance... | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I have been an avid Disney vacationer since 1972 when my family began travelling to WDW. Since then ... A: Sorry about the delay - I thought I already answered this one. It must not have gone through. I am ... | |
| Disneyworld vacation | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: My son is a single parent of a 4 year old son and a 3 year old daughter. He would like to take his ... A: Sounds like a fun visit to Disney World! For budget and crowds, January is a much better time to ... | |
| discount promo codes for dining plan | 9/27/2008 |
| Q: I am traveling to WDW from 9/30 - 10/5. I realize that I missed the dining plan promo by a week. ... A: The Disney Dining Plan is available for Disney Visa Cardholders from September 28-December 20. You ... | |
| Transportation At Disney | 9/25/2008 |
| Q: I am considering if having a rental car is better than taking the hotel shuttles to WDW. I will be ... A: You will not have an issue with parking. We have lots of parking in Orlando. Your hotel has ... | |
| Disney from Dec 16 to Dec 22 | 9/15/2008 |
| Q: We will be staying at the Port Orleans Riverside from Dec 16 to 22. When do the large holiday ... A: You are picking a great time to visit! The Disney Park crowds start picking up on December 24. You ... | |
| special needs requests | 9/14/2008 |
| Q: i was told there is a pass or something for special needs individuals to not have to stand in line. ... A: Disney does offer passes for guests with special needs. When you arrive to Disney World, stop by ... | |
| december crowds | 9/13/2008 |
| Q: I am planning to go with my family to Disney World from December 6-13. I thought that this would be ... A: The attendance on the Wonderful World of Weeks can change, since we are still several months from ... | |
| magic your way | 9/11/2008 |
| Q: If I get the magic your way tickets(not park hopper) for 6 days, but the weather is bad and I can ... A: I am sorry for the delay. I answered this question last week, but it looks like it did not go ... | |
| Nov trip | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: I am planning a trip from Nov 1-Nov 9 and have noticed lately that there are a lot of discount ... A: The first week in November is a big fall break season for guests that live in New York and New ... | |
| Booked Hotels | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: we usually go to WDW in September, but this year we are going December 12 through December 19. We ... A: Disney World is busier in December than September (even they are both considered Value Resort ... | |
| best deals on WDW tickets | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: Going to WDW on Jan15th. Will have 3 days available for WDW. 2 adults/1 child. Where can I get ... A: For a 3-Day Pass, I would suggest booking with a ticket wholesale company like Official Ticket ... | |
| best deals on WDW tickets | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: Going to WDW on Jan15th. Will have 3 days available for WDW. 2 adults/1 child. Where can I get ... A: I see that you have 3 days at Disney World. Are you planning on just visiting the Disney Theme ... | |
| Visiting Disney World in March | 8/28/2008 |
| Q: How is the first week of March as a time to visit Disney World? Is it already getting crowded with ... A: Yes, March is a busy time for Spring Breakers. The crowds start for Spring Break right around ... | |
| cinderella castle | 8/19/2008 |
| Q: How do you make reservations to eat dinner at the cinderella castle or is it at the cinderella ... A: There is a restaurant inside Cinderella's Castle at Magic Kingdom. This restaurant is called ... | |
| Going in Jan 2009 on a budget | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: We are 12, 6 adults, 6 kids (13,11,11,9,8,5) going for a week starting Jan 17, 2009. We've booked ... A: Since you are planning 3 days at Disney, go with a 3-Day Pass. That is a much better deal than ... | |
| Going in Jan 2009 on a budget | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: We are 12, 6 adults, 6 kids (13,11,11,9,8,5) going for a week starting Jan 17, 2009. We've booked ... A: With larger families, staying in a house off site is usually the less expensive way to visit ... | |
| Fall Break 2008 | 8/5/2008 |
| Q: I am thinking about a fall break trip for my family to WDW. What kind of crowds will be there during ... A: Sounds like a fun trip to Disney World! The week of October 3-10 is considered regular season. ... | |
| Lodging near Magic Kingdom | 7/29/2008 |
| Q: We are planning to visit in the Fall and think we should use the monorail with our children, ages 5 ... A: It sounds like a fun visit to Disney World! For preschoolers, Disney's Polynesian Resort is a ... | |
| fastpasses | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: Wondering if you can get fast passes for other people in our party if they did not enter the park ... A: That is a creative idea! Unfortunately, you can only get FastPasses for guests that actually ... | |
| dates to visit | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: we are planning another trip to Disney soon, and are trying to decide if we should go January 3--10, ... A: I would stick with your dates of January 10-17. The earlier dates will run into the end of the busy ... | |
| crowds | 7/2/2008 |
| Q: Why is that? Would it be better to go october 25th and 26th or the end of september? ANSWER: Hello ... A: Between October, November and your dates in December, pick December. Your other dates run into the ... | |
| Grand Gathering particulars | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: How does a Grand Gathering work? We are planning on coming to WDW in April 2009 with 5 families. ... A: Sounds like a fun trip to Disney World! My first advice - with a group this large, book with an ... | |
| special deals | 7/1/2008 |
| Q: I am planning on taking my family to WDW in Dec. there will be eight of us. There is alot of us so ... A: December is a wonderful time to visit for the Holiday events! However, over the years early ... | |
| crowds | 6/29/2008 |
| Q: Why is that? Would it be better to go october 25th and 26th or the end of september? A: Mid-October is considered a regular season for crowds and prices. It is not the busiest season, but ... | |
| Late January to Early February | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: I am trying to book a trip we have 3 kids 7, 5 and 1 yr olds. How is late January to early ... A: For crowds, the end of January and very beginning of February is a good time to visit Disney World. ... | |
| About Mickey | 6/21/2008 |
| Q: This may seem like a silly question but here goes. We have been to Disney World for the past three ... A: You can actually check with Disney Merchandise Mail Order about purchasing any items at the ... | |
| Gas Prices | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: We are coming to Disney on the 13th of June for a week. I was wondering (hoping) that the high gas ... A: I am sure you and your family are excited about your Disney World vacation! You will have a ... | |
| disney trip coming from west coast | 5/20/2008 |
| Q: Me and my family (wife and three kids)have never gone on a vacation anywhere. At this point we have ... A: The Walt Disney World Resort is huge, so you will not be able to see everything even in 7 days. ... | |
| crowds in jan 09 | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: I am planning the family visit January 1-5, 2009. I don't really know what to expect as far as ... A: January is a great time to visit, but you do have to avoid the early January holiday crowds and the ... | |
| WDW 2009 which week?? | 5/12/2008 |
| Q: We are considering the following dates. Which do you think would be best. I have also check the ... A: It is a little early for 2009 predictions. Disney has not made any marketing updates for 2009, so ... | |
| Sept. 2008 | 5/11/2008 |
| Q: I currently have a trip planned to Disney World for Sept. 10-18th, 2008 at the All Star Music. I am ... A: I am sorry for the delay - I was on vacation for the past week. You are actually picking a good ... | |
| MNSSHP | 5/7/2008 |
| Q: My family is going to Disney Sept 26 - October 3 and I am not sure which date to choose for MNSSHP? ... A: Any of these dates in late September and early October are good days. This is just a good time to ... | |
| Fort Wilderness and off-site eating | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: My family of 5 (3 adults and 2 children) will be staying at Fort Wilderness in the cabins. We plan ... A: Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort is very close to Lake Buena Vista, which is an area right outside ... | |
| fast passes | 4/21/2008 |
| Q: Tim, I have seen fast passes for "sale" on ebay. Is it safe to assume that they will be honored on ... A: You can get some good deals on ebay. However, you can also get tricked on ebay too. Be sure to ... | |
| First trip with kids | 4/20/2008 |
| Q: Tim, We are going to go to Disney World in June or July. It will be our first trip with all 3 kids ... A: It sounds like a fun trip for the whole family! I highly recommend staying at a Disney Resort, ... | |
| Disney crowds on Friday, May 23 | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: Tim, My wife and I are planning a trip to Orlando and would like to visit Disney World one day ... A: Many guests do take off the Friday before the Memorial Holiday to enjoy a longer Disney World ... | |
| Transportation | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: My family of 6 adults and 1 child will be staying at Disney's Pop Century and mostly visiting WDW ... A: If possible, we do not recommend the public transportation system. We do not have the best public ... | |
| Authorized TA v. AAA | 4/8/2008 |
| Q: I am looking at a trip in January 2009. If I can get a discounted AAA rate with my AAA agent, then ... A: If you are trying to find the best possible price on a Magic Your Way Package plus Dining Plan, then ... | |
| Crowds at end of May (after Memorial Day) | 4/7/2008 |
| Q: We are traveling to Disney May 28th - June 1. We are DVC members and usually go in September as we ... A: For May, this is a pretty good time to visit. You are avoiding the Memorial Holiday and a very ... | |
| Crowd level in October? EMH worth it? | 4/4/2008 |
| Q: We've taken several trips to Disney with kids, but our trip in 2008 will be "on property", and I'm ... A: It sounds like you are ready for a fun trip to Disney World! Your vacation dates are considered ... | |
| Disney Crowds | 4/3/2008 |
| Q: We are traveling to Disney this June and am struggling with which day to visit the Magic Kingdom. ... A: Since you have younger kids, you will want to avoid the Extra Magic Hours. The morning EMH are ... | |
| Birthday | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: I have another question. My husband's birthday is May 4, but we are planning on celebrating it while ... A: You may want to call Disney Dining or your travel agent and remind them of his birthday. Disney ... | |
| Water Parks | 4/1/2008 |
| Q: my husband and I will be at Disney , May 10-16. We are wondering if we would be able to hit both ... A: Yes, you can certainly visit two Disney Waterparks in one day! During the weekday is a much slower ... | |
| why should i book through you | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: I normally book directly through Disney, what can you offer that I can't get booking directly. A: That is actually a tough question! I can talk for hours and hours about the benefits of booking ... | |
| How busy during my stay? | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: we are planning a trip to Walt Disney World from April 5th - April 12th 2008. This week falls 1 week ... A: You are picking a good time to visit! In April, Disney is expecting the weeks of the 1-12 to be the ... | |
| food in the parks | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: We had a friend who went to Disneyworld last year and she said that she saw many people pulling ... A: Some of the attractions around Orlando do allow coolers into the parks. However, the main theme ... | |
| Disney world with a disabled person | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: I am looking for help in planning a disney world vacation for my family. We are looking at May 6- ... A: Disney did just release a discount promotion on Disney Resorts during your Disney World vacation. ... | |
| Free Dining this fall | 3/25/2008 |
| Q: Have they announced any free dining for 2008? If so, do you have the dates? Thank you. Colette A: Disney has not announced free dining, yet. An additional discount for April/May was released. We ... | |
| disney april 08 | 3/24/2008 |
| Q: Crowd levels for April 13-18 2008?? What is your favorite restaurant at wdw? Any attractions or ... A: You are visiting during a regular season. This means it will be busy, but you are visiting during ... | |
| Travel within walt disney world | 3/22/2008 |
| Q: I am going to be staying at The Pop Century Resort. How can I get to the other resorts using the ... A: Disney has several hubs that you can swap buses from one resort to another resort. The main hub is ... | |
| Best Time To visit Disney World | 3/20/2008 |
| Q: We are thinking of visiting disney wirld in the middle of may or from the 22nd of May is it a good ... A: May is not considered the best time to visit Disney World. If you are visiting in May, the better ... | |
| WDW from 11/1-11/6. Voting day crowds? | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: My family and I have a trip (my husband and children's first, my third) planned for WDW from ... A: Yes, this week is still suppose to be a busier week in November. Disney is expecting the typical ... | |
| Honeymoon at WDW | 3/19/2008 |
| Q: My future husband and are planning our honeymoon at wdw. We are only 23 at still big kids! What ... A: Congratulations on your upcoming honeymoon. The Walt Disney World Resort is an amazing destination ... | |
| Transportation Advice Needed | 3/18/2008 |
| Q: My 2 year old son and I will be accompanying my husband on a business trip to Orlando and staying at ... A: The Theme Parks parking fee is once a day. When you enter the Theme Park, you will go through the ... | |
| route around the parks | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: We are planning our fist family trip to walt disney world and parks. My sons are 3 and 6. I am ... A: You will have a wonderful 1st visit to Disney World! Planning routes around the Theme Parks can be ... | |
| AA meetings | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: You told someone that there were no AA meetings in Disney. I have researched it and have found some. ... A: We have heard some new information about AA meetings, since last year. There are still no meetings ... | |
| Free Dining | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: I read one of the responses that stated in the past if you booked a Disney trip in September there ... A: Most travel agents and even Disney direct will let you change a current package to a new discount ... | |
| Getting from Disney to Saeworld | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: My daughter and I are staying at the Caribbean Beach and want to go for the day to Sea World. What ... A: The easiest way to get to Sea World is just taking a taxi. You can call Yellow Cab at 407-699-9999 ... | |
| Car Rental | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: We will be visiting WDW next month and will stay at the Saratoga. We will be in WDW for 7 nights ... A: Your easiest and least expensive car rental option, is renting from Alamo. Disney World partners ... | |
| adding dining plan to existing reservation | 3/11/2008 |
| Q: I already have reservations for Disney for October 3 - 11th, 2008. I have not purchased the Dining ... A: For October, the usual discount is off the room rates on the Magic Your Way Packages. It is usually ... | |
| adding dining plan to existing reservation | 3/11/2008 |
| Q: I already have reservations for Disney for October 3 - 11th, 2008. I have not purchased the Dining ... A: Sounds like you are going to have a nice long trip to Disney World! Disney will not be offering the ... | |
| Discounts extended | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: Our family cannot travel to Disney World until May 31, 2008. Do you see any possible saving ... A: Disney World is doing very well this year, the numbers are expected to be up this summer. Many ... | |
| Disney trip March 31 - April 5 | 3/8/2008 |
| Q: This will be our 1st time to Disney world and we have already are set to for to Disney world from ... A: You will have an amazing trip to Disney World! Disney is expecting the Theme Parks to be a Regular ... | |
| Sammy Duvall's parasailing - swim suit not necessary? | 3/6/2008 |
| Q: We'll be parasailing at Sammy Duvall's early in the morning and then spending the day in MK. Since ... A: You will love the parasailing. It is a really fun experience! The team at Sammy Duvall's is ... | |
| wdw | 3/3/2008 |
| Q: My family and I will be visiting wdw april 10th to the 19th. I did read some previous entries about ... A: Spring Break technically ends on March 29. Spring Break Season runs February-March this year. The ... | |
| Crowds in first part of Nov 2008 | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: We have a trip planned for Nov 3-8 2008 to Disney World. Do you know what kind of crowds we can ... A: You picked a nice time for weather in Orlando! However, not the best week for crowds at Disney ... | |
| Extra Park Hours | 2/23/2008 |
| Q: We are going to Disney with our 4 and 7 year old April 2008. A friend suggested NOT taking ... A: I totally agree with her! The Extra Magic Hours in the morning are very crowded. All of the ... | |
| Best days to visit theme parks | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: Tim, My family will be making its first trip to Disney World from Nov. 27th-Dec. 4th 2008. My wife ... A: Congratulations on your 1st visit to Disney World with your family! I would suggest waiting a ... | |
| WDW attendance in April | 2/20/2008 |
| Q: My sister and I are fishing for room availability for April of 2008, particularly mid April. We are ... A: No need to worry about Star Trek conventions! Most of the conventions at Disney World are ... | |
| ticket from 5 years ago. | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: I was at Disney World in 2003 and was forced to leave a day early because of a hurricane. I had a 3 ... A: Yes, if you added the No Expiration Option, you can still use your extra days on your tickets. We ... | |
| Magic Your Way Ticket | 2/16/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I have been planning our Disney World trip for a while now and I had a question about ... A: I do not have good news for you. The 6-Day Pass allows you 6 days of admission to the Disney Theme ... | |
| Disney crowds | 2/7/2008 |
| Q: and have to avoid crowds due to my 4yr old who has lung disease and is vulnerable to picking up ... A: You are still visiting during a good time. The end of April is considered Regular Season. For ... | |
| visiting parks on certain days | 2/6/2008 |
| Q: Which day of the week is best for visiting each of the parks with regards to crowds? For example, ... A: For Spring Break Season, Magic Kingdom is best on Tuesday and Thursday. Epcot is best on Monday and ... | |
| Resorts | 2/5/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I are going to WDW this September. We have stayed at Pop Century twice and French ... A: The only discount currently available for September is a AAA discount. The good news is you are ... | |
| Our travel dates | 2/4/2008 |
| Q: I just sent a question- but neglected to add our travel dates!!! re; Last minute trip to Disney. ... A: It will be busy, but try to hit an off Theme Park like Epcot or Disney's Animal Kingdom for your ... | |
| A last minute vacation | 2/4/2008 |
| Q: Help! My husband and daughter want to visit WDW over Spring Break, but my instinct is that it will ... A: Actually you are not crazy, most people wait until about 2-3 weeks before their trip to actually ... | |
| Adult trip to Disney World | 2/1/2008 |
| Q: My Husband and I would like to take a trip to DisneyWorld the 1st week of May. Can you please make ... A: Here are the most popular adult resorts at the Walt Disney World Resort: Disney's Grand Floridian ... | |
| 1/31/2008 | |
| Q: We are staying at Pop Century (3 grown children and their families) - Do you know if there is an ... A: Talk with the agent that booked your Disney World vacation. They should be able to handle the ... | |
| What is Value Season? | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: We are coming to Disney World Feb. 3-9. It is considered Value Season. But to the contrary, I have ... A: Yes, for hotels and resorts January and early February are considered Value Seasons. These seasons ... | |
| No so Scary Halloween | 1/30/2008 |
| Q: I will traveling to WDW over Halloween. Before I spend nearly $50 on special tickets I was hoping I ... A: It is a great special event! The whole Magic Kingdom Park is themed after Halloween. Even the ... | |
| How many days to visit Disney World theme parks | 1/29/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 questions: 1) Realistically, how many days does one need to vist the four major theme ... A: If you plan to spend one full day at each Disney Theme Park, you will be able to see most of the ... | |
| Polynesian | 1/29/2008 |
| Q: We are going to Disney in late April and staying at the Polynesian. I read that you can put in a ... A: Yes, you can certainly fax over a request. You can also call Disney's Polynesian Resort directly ... | |
| WDW Late Feb/Early March 2008 | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: We have planned our WDW trip Feb 27-March 4. The hotels were super expensive and limited qty. We ... A: You are in Spring Break season even if it is not a Holiday. I am sure you know that each county and ... | |
| Best Time to Go? | 1/28/2008 |
| Q: We are planning a trip to Disneyworld from Dec. 5th- the 13th. It looks like Pop Warner will be ... A: You are picking a good time to visit. Disney is expecting the week of December 7-12 to be a slower ... | |
| Disney's All-Star Movies Resort | 1/26/2008 |
| Q: i went online to research Disney's All-Star Movies Resort because we are going to disneyworld in the ... A: Great choice! This is a really fun themed resort. Disney's All Star Movies Resort does only sleep ... | |
| wdw crowds | 1/25/2008 |
| Q: im visiting walt disneyworld in 5th to 18th feb and im wondering what are the crowds like in my ... A: You will have a fun trip to Disney World! Unfortunately, it is also going to be a busy time to ... | |
| Birthdays @ Disney | 1/25/2008 |
| Q: We are planning a Family trip to Florida to celebrate my daughter's 5th birthday in February 2009. ... A: What a fun trip to Disney World! Disney does not have birthday party rooms at Magic Kingdom. You ... | |
| fort wilderness cabins | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: Tim, what do you know about the Fort Wilderness cabins? I've been reading good things about them, ... A: The Cabins at Disney's Fort Wilderness are quite popular and have a strong return percentage. Many ... | |
| re: april 2-10 2008 | 1/23/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I are taking our daughter (10) and son (5) to WDW. Can you recommend things that ... A: What a fun trip - two birthdays and the 1st family vacation! Besides the Disney Theme Parks, you ... | |
| disney | 1/22/2008 |
| Q: We are thinking to travel to Florida either Ap13-20, or late October. Are crowds a huge issue in ... A: Disney is currently expecting the last two weeks in October to be slower months. Between April and ... | |
| Disney travel May 2008 | 1/22/2008 |
| Q: Im planning a Disney Vacation with my wife. We havent been to Disney for 15 years so we tought it ... A: Welcome back to Disney! 15 years is too long! You are visiting during the Regular Season and over ... | |
| best time to go | 1/21/2008 |
| Q: what is the best time of year for the least amount of crowds? also how are the crowds in the last ... A: The least crowded time to visit Disney World is in September. The last week in April and the 2nd ... | |
| Sept. or Oct. 2008 | 1/20/2008 |
| Q: We are planning a trip for either Sept. 20-27 or Oct. 19-26 in 2008. Which would be better in terms ... A: I am sorry for the delay. I have been out of the office with a cold and just got back to catching ... | |
| FL Residency | 1/19/2008 |
| Q: I have a relative who has offered to buy our disney tickets for us at the FL Resident rate. Will ... A: I am sorry for the delay in getting back with. Just got over a cold, so I have been out of the ... | |
| fireworks outside the parks | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: I am wondering if you can view fireworks from any of the DVC resort grand villas, specifically the ... A: The IllumiNations Show is really a laser light show with water and pyrotechnics. There are some ... | |
| Disney travel-Best times? | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: Wanting to take the kids to Disney World in 2009 but trying to decide the best time to go. ... A: For crowds the best months are September and January. For swimming weather, the best time between ... | |
| Magic your way passes | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: We are a family of 4, children are 7 and 5. We are planning to stay right at Disney and I am ... A: The Waterparks, Fun and More Option allow you extra visit to the Disney Waterparks, Downtown Disney ... | |
| Fewer crowds in first two weeks of April | 1/18/2008 |
| Q: I read that you had mentioned that Disney is expecting the 1st two weeks in April to be much slower ... A: I work for a company that is an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, so they are a top seller of ... | |
| January 2009 | 1/16/2008 |
| Q: I would like to book a wdw hotel for 2009, but I was not able to do it trough disney website, do you ... A: Rates and packages for 2009, come available for booking over the summer. Year to year it changes, ... | |
| Picking a Cancelled Reservation on MLK 2008 | 1/15/2008 |
| Q: I'm so glad to find this site! I too was re-thinking our plans to go to Disney on MLK weekend. I ... A: There are cancellations everyday through Disney. Most cancellations happen about 5 days prior to ... | |
| golf | 1/15/2008 |
| Q: We love the theme parks but also the golf at WDW. My son and I will head down there soon for a golf ... A: Disney is partnering with the Four Seasons Hotel. We are all excited that we will be getting our ... | |
| Honeymoon in April | 1/12/2008 |
| Q: I will be going to Disney World on honeymoon from the 8th - 17th of April. I will be splitting the ... A: You picked two wonderful resorts to celebrate a honeymoon! While you are at Disney's Port Orleans ... | |
| Cheapest/best time to travel | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: My husband and I wanted to take our son to WDW this year and are pretty flexible when it comes to ... A: Since you are a Florida Resident, I would suggest purchasing a 4-Day Play Pass right away. Disney ... | |
| Family Gathering for the New Year | 1/6/2008 |
| Q: I am planning a family vacation for 17- (7 kids ranging from 15 to 4) I would like to know what is ... A: Since you are the Coordinator for such a large group, I would suggest consulting an expert in ... | |
| Step 2 wagons/Little tykes wagons in Disneyworld parks | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering if you can bring wagons into Disneyworld theme parks, particularly Magic Kingdom? ... A: I am sorry for the delay. I have been out of the office for a mini vacation. Unfortunately, wagons ... | |
| street acts | 1/5/2008 |
| Q: Tim, when is a good time to visit Disney World when most of the street acts are out and the stage ... A: These shows usually occur during busier seasons. Try to plan a visit around the Epcot special ... | |
| discounts | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: My family has decided to visit WDW and stay on property the third week of April 2008. I am anxious ... A: Everyone is waiting for the Spring discounts! Our office usually gets information about 2 weeks ... | |
| Timing | 1/2/2008 |
| Q: We have been planning our Disney vacation for some time, and have narrowed down our dates to either ... A: Sounds like you will have a wonderful Disney World and Orlando vacation! For crowds and weather, ... | |
| crowds | 12/30/2007 |
| Q: We are thinking about going to WDW the last full week of April 2008 and wondered what the crowds ... A: Your dates in April are considered "regular season" so it is one of the better times to visit. It ... | |
| Disney the first week of April | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: I am planning my honeymoon for the first week of April but we would be attending the park Monday the ... A: You should be okay with your honeymoon dates of April 3-7. Disney is expecting the first two weeks ... | |
| Breakfast with disney princesses | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: My family will be arriving June 23, 2008 at WDW and we will be staying at Bonnet Creek Resort. My ... A: There is only one Princess Dining at the Disney Resorts. This Princess Dining is with Cinderella ... | |
| Planning to visit Feb 3 - 9 | 12/20/2007 |
| Q: This week is our "Mardi Gras" holiday in New Orleans. My husband, 2 boys and I are bringing my ... A: The weather is a little bit cooler in February. The average high is 73 and the low is 50. It ... | |
| Discount park tickets if attenting sporting event | 12/20/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could explain to me how this works. I am traveling to Orlando in Jan. 2008 ... A: On the Disney Sports site, the tickets are really only for the athletes. A password is needed to ... | |
| crowds around spring break | 12/18/2007 |
| Q: We typically go to WDW in the off months and are coming this year during spring break. Would Friday ... A: Even though you are not visiting on the Easter Holiday, you are still picking a very busy week to ... | |
| Discount park tickets if attenting sporting event | 12/15/2007 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could explain to me how this works. I am traveling to Orlando in Jan. 2008 ... A: What site are you referring to? There are several travel companies besides the Disney Departments ... | |
| Disney World Apr 08 | 12/13/2007 |
| Q: Will be Florida April 1 -16th what would be the best time to go with less crowds. Thanks, Zane A: For April, you are picking the best time to visit. Our of April 1-16, the better dates are April ... | |
| mvmcp | 12/12/2007 |
| Q: if you only have a ticket to mvmcp and are NOT a passholder, can you still get in at 4:30 or must ... A: Anyone that has a ticket to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party may enter as early as 4 PM. You do ... | |
| January 2008 | 12/9/2007 |
| Q: Good evening, My wife and I planned our trip to WDW from Jan. 16-21, 2008, purposely pulling our son ... A: Since the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin are not a Disney Resort, you are unable to purchase the ... | |
| Shoes - Disney World | 12/9/2007 |
| Q: im travelling to Disneyworld this year for christmas and was wandering if you have to wear closed in ... A: There are no regulations on shoes at the Disney Theme Parks. You can wear flip flops at the parks. ... | |
| Pass Information | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: I have park hopper tickets that haven't been used in a few years. Is there any way I can see if ... A: If you have a number on your tickets or reservation number from your ticket confirmation, you can ... | |
| Disney World Camera Policy | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: I know camera's are allowed in the park, however I do not know for sure what the limitations are. ... A: I checked with several of our Disney contacts and am told that there is not a list of the ... | |
| character breakfast time, parasailing, early May a.m. weather, Cocoa Beach | 12/4/2007 |
| Q: Four of us will be at WDW in early May 2008 (staying at an All Star Resort.) We have a 7 a.m. ... A: You will have plenty of time to enjoy breakfast at Chef Mickeys and then parasailing at Sammy ... | |
| Disney Quest | 11/28/2007 |
| Q: I have another question for you if you don't mind. I am trying to schedule a game plan for the ... A: DisneyQuest is really a half day attraction. This attraction stays open late usually around 11 PM ... | |
| disney honeymoon portrait | 11/26/2007 |
| Q: my boyfriend and I are planning to marry in Orlando in August 2008. We cannot afford a Disney ... A: Congratulations on your upcoming wedding and honeymoon! Disney Photography does offer a Honeymoon ... | |
| thanksgiving | 11/21/2007 |
| Q: We live in tampa and at the last minute we are going to the magic kingdom on thanksgiving. Is this a ... A: It will be busy! However, the good news is it is not the worst day of the year at Magic Kingdom. ... | |
| Disney World | 11/20/2007 |
| Q: I am planning a trip to Disneyworld with about 10 friends from Nov. 28th and leaving Dec. 6th 2008. ... A: You are very welcome - I am happy to help. The Dining Plan for 2008 did have some changes, as you ... | |
| Crowds - late April 2008 | 11/19/2007 |
| Q: I will be at Disney World 4/29-5/2 in 2008. I will be going to one park each day, but I do have ... A: You are visiting during regular season, so crowds are about medium. You did have a good plan about ... | |
| Backpacks in Disney | 11/19/2007 |
| Q: We will be arriving on Wednesday and need to know if backpacks are allowed in side the disney parks A: Yes, backpacks are allowed into the Disney Theme Parks. There are security check points (at the ... | |
| Attractions for people in the age group of 24 - 27 yrs in Universal and Magic Kingdom. | 11/18/2007 |
| Q: Greetings ! I am visiting orlando (Universal and the 4 Disney parks) between 22 Nov and 25 Nov with ... A: Sounds like a fun trip to Orlando! For young adults, the most popular parks in Orlando are Islands ... | |
| good choice of dates? | 11/15/2007 |
| Q: We're planning a trip for Feb 23-27, 2008 with our son who will be a little over 2 1/2 at the time. ... A: You actually picked the best week in February to visit Disney World! Good choice! Your child's age ... | |
| value resort | 11/14/2007 |
| Q: Would we be able to stay in a value resort with 2 adults, 2 7yr olds and a baby? A: Yes, Disney's All Star Resorts and Disney's Pop Century Resort accommodate 4 people plus one infant ... | |
| Walt Disney World | 11/9/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I are taking our son to Disney for his 5th b-day. This will be our first trip. We ... A: There are lots of great Authorized Disney Vacation Planner Companies. Here are some of the best: ... | |
| Walt Disney World | 11/9/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I are taking our son to Disney for his 5th b-day. This will be our first trip. We ... A: Sounds like a fun birthday visit to Disney World! Anytime in September is a great time to visit ... | |
| Character dining/events @ Christmas time | 11/7/2007 |
| Q: Could you recommend a good place to do the character dining for our 2 1/2 year son? We of course do ... A: One of the most popular Character Dining with toddlers is Play & Dine at Disney-MGM Studios. This ... | |
| Disney World in January 2008 | 10/22/2007 |
| Q: I keep hearing that a good time to avoid crowds at DW is January starting the second week, but ... A: January is an excellent month to visit Disney World. January 5 is a little busier than your other ... | |
| Christmas Eve at WDW | 10/12/2007 |
| Q: I understand there is a capacity limit at the park. Is there any possibility this could occur on ... A: What a wonderful way to celebrate Christmas! Disney World is extra magical over the Holidays! The ... | |
| change dec plans? | 10/10/2007 |
| Q: Ok, here's the deal. We have gone to WDW at least once a year for the last 4 years. I love going ... A: It is tough to compete with September. This is such a great time to visit, because it is a slower ... | |
| Epcot Xtra Magic Hours | 10/10/2007 |
| Q: We plan on having a late dinner on a EMH night at Epcot. We are not staying at any WDW resort. We ... A: If Disney Dining scheduled you a late dinner (even if the dinner is at 9 PM), you can stay and enjoy ... | |
| Questions for a Handicapped Visitor | 10/9/2007 |
| Q: Im planning to take my mother who is on a wheelchair/ cant walk, and has other medical conditions. ... A: The best time to visit (during your dates) is the 2nd week in January! The first week in November ... | |
| rides | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: I will be using an ecv at Disney. I am a large person (350 lbs). I am concerned that when I have to ... A: Many of the rides actually allow you to take the electric scooter right up to the attraction. For ... | |
| Parade and Firework schedule | 10/2/2007 |
| Q: Mr Sanborn, My family and I have reservations for week of April 20th if you could possibly tell me ... A: There are no scheduled closings for April, but this is subject to change. The closings usually pop ... | |
| disney world crowds | 9/29/2007 |
| Q: we are planning on going to disneyworld between December 30, 2007 and leaving January 5 2008. how ... A: You are picking a really busy time to visit Disney World. December 30-January 2 is the busiest time ... | |
| Martin Luther King weekend in WDW | 9/28/2007 |
| Q: We have our trip planned for Jan. 19,2008 and I am thinking of changing my dates due to what I have ... A: It is a busier weekend for January, but it is not as busy as most of the other times at Disney ... | |
| taxis | 9/28/2007 |
| Q: How easy is it to get a taxi from a Disney hotel to Universal Studios? How much is it approx? Are ... A: Hell Ian, You can call a taxi right from your room (407)699-9999 and they normally take 15 minutes. ... | |
| time to visit | 9/27/2007 |
| Q: We are planning our first trip to WDW with our three chn (ages 10,10,4). Factoring in weather ... A: The first two weeks of April are a good time to visit for crowds, weather and closings. There are ... | |
| Days left on Hopper Pass | 9/26/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I have three days left on our passes from a trip to Disney World in 1994. How can I ... A: That is great that you have extra days on your tickets! You can take your tickets to Guest Services ... | |
| Am i booking right?? | 9/26/2007 |
| Q: I have a quote for a disney holiday on hold. It is to go on the 23rd august 2008 to the 7th of ... A: Yes, this is a great time to visit! This is the slowest time of year at Disney World, so you picked ... | |
| Cinderella Dining during Mickey Christmas Party | 9/25/2007 |
| Q: We have tickets to dine at Cinderella's castle at 8:15pm the night of a Mickey Christmas Party. Do ... A: Yes, you can stay in the park for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party after a day at Magic Kingdom. ... | |
| which dates for Halloween of 2008? | 9/23/2007 |
| Q: I am having troubles deciding between two dates, and I was wondering which would be better as far as ... A: For 2008, it is expected to be a busy Halloween since it is on a weekend. For your dates, the week ... | |
| Disney World Crowds | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: My sister and I are planning a trip to Disney for my 40th Birthday . We will be arriving Nov. 30 ... A: I am sorry for the delay. I have been at a Disney Convention this past week. I hate to give you ... | |
| Taking taxis around the parks | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: Background: My husband and I love Disney World and just returned from a week long stay at Port ... A: I am sorry for the delay. I had the Disney Earmarked Convention this past week. The word has ... | |
| Best time to go in April/May | 9/22/2007 |
| Q: My family & I are planning a trip to Walt Disney World in late April/early May 2008 - and definitely ... A: I do apologize for the delay. I have been at a Disney Convention this past week. The weather is ... | |
| September 2008 | 9/20/2007 |
| Q: We are planning a trip in September 2008 for 8 nights 7 days in the park. What days would be the ... A: Great time to visit! September is the best month to visit Disney World for crowds. The beginning ... | |
| Which is better, Oct or April | 9/19/2007 |
| Q: This will be our third trip to Disney. My in laws would like us to travel the first week of October, ... A: For weather and crowds, October is much better than April. The second week in October is less ... | |
| Second question | 9/19/2007 |
| Q: Hey Tim, I sent you a question earlier today and apologize for the second email. A member of my ... A: Disney does not have any AA meetings on property. There are meetings nearby in Kissimmee. You will ... | |
| Walking and Working out | 9/19/2007 |
| Q: Good Morning, For those of us who are fitness minded, how many miles does the average visitor walk ... A: You will walk quite alot on a Disney World vacation! I do not have an average number of miles, that ... | |
| traveling within Disney | 9/17/2007 |
| Q: I have been unable to find out any information regarding average traveling times (using Disney ... A: The Walt Disney World Resort is very spread out, so the transportation times really vary depending ... | |
| 2008 theme | 9/16/2007 |
| Q: I planned a vacation for January 2008 and was wonder if there was any news on the 2008 theme A: The Year of a Million Dreams will be continuing into 2008. This same giveaway, Cast Member ... | |
| Disney Carribean Beach | 9/14/2007 |
| Q: Could you give me any suggestion on our up-coming stay at Disney Carribean Beach Where to eat ? What ... A: Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort is a fun resort! The restaurant at Disney's Caribbean Beach Resort ... | |
| A good time to visit WDW | 9/12/2007 |
| Q: we are planning a trip to WDW for May 8, 2008 and I was wondering if this was a good time to go as ... A: Good Morning Christine, This is considered "regular season," so you will have some crowds, but ... | |
| Transportation outside WDW | 9/11/2007 |
| Q: My family of 6 adults and 1 child will be stay at WDW Pop Century in May and plan to visit Sea World ... A: Yellow Cab is the main taxi company in Orlando. They only allow 4 people per cab plus driver, so ... | |
| groceries | 9/10/2007 |
| Q: While our family was 1st at WDW in 1996 we went to aDowntown Disney store and bought bread ,lunch ... A: Right outside the gates at Downtown Disney, is the shopping plaza called Crossroads. In this ... | |
| water park visit on 3 year old room key | 9/9/2007 |
| Q: On a WDW trip 3 years ago we went during Christmas. There was 4 of us and we all had 1 water park ... A: If you have your confirmation number for your tickets, you can call Disney Ticketing at ... | |
| The Weather at Disney World in January | 9/7/2007 |
| Q: I was thinking about going to Disney World in January during winter break and I was wondering how is ... A: The weather is usually cooler in January, even for Florida. The average high is 71 during the day ... | |
| last minute trip to disney-need help! | 9/7/2007 |
| Q: My husband travels often and was assigned to work two days in Orlando. My 12 month old daughter and ... A: Sounds like a fun trip! There are so many suggestions for younger children, so I am going to give ... | |
| best week for disney trip | 9/5/2007 |
| Q: We are deciding between a trip to Disney (and a stay at the Animal Kingdom) for the week of October ... A: You will really like Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Resort. This is a really fun resort! It looks ... | |
| free dining | 9/5/2007 |
| Q: Last year when we traveled to WDW in December and stayed at Pop Century they offered the bounceback ... A: Disney Marketing does not have these details, yet. I can tell you that Disney is offering a ... | |
| Trip Insurance | 9/4/2007 |
| Q: What is considered a 'covered illness' with Disney's Trip Insurance? A: I am going to include a link to the pdf file about Disney World trip insurance. You can review more ... | |
| magic hours | 8/31/2007 |
| Q: Is it better to visit the park early on the magic hours to take advantage of the 8:00am opening, or ... A: The less crowded of the Extra Magic Hours is always in the evening. We tell our guests with older ... | |
| Conference at Dolphin | 8/28/2007 |
| Q: I was just wondering if there is any deal on tickets for just the evening hours? I will be visiting ... A: The only evening ticket is the Epcot (After 5 PM) Annual Pass for Florida Residents. If you are a ... | |
| best time to plan | 8/27/2007 |
| Q: We can plan our trip to WDW anytime from March 23rd to April 12th. We have a 8 year old girl with a ... A: During your vacation dates, the best times to visit Disney World are from March 31-April 11. Try to ... | |
| large family suggestions | 8/21/2007 |
| Q: We are planning a trip to Disney World November 30th - December 4th of this year. We have 6 ... A: Since you are only there for 5 days, you will want to probably spend most of your time at the Disney ... | |
| 2008 vacation | 8/20/2007 |
| Q: We can only take a vacation 3/29-4/5/08 OR 8/2-8/9/08...which of those two do you think would be ... A: The least crowded dates will be March 29-April 5. Disney is expecting the Spring Break season to ... | |
| Disney World tickets | 8/16/2007 |
| Q: If I purchase 5 day BASE ticket can I use it more than once on the same day? Can I go to Epcot in ... A: With the new Ticket Tag system, you can only visit one park each day. Unfortunately, you will get ... | |
| November at WDW? | 8/15/2007 |
| Q: I live in the UK and am looking to book to go to WDW in November 2008.The 20th-4th Dec.Can you tell ... A: Disney World is amazing! You will have a fun year planning for your next visit to Disney. It will ... | |
| november visit | 8/11/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I are recently retired teachers who will recognize our dream of visiting Disneyworld ... A: November is still considered a "regular" season for crowds. You are visiting during the end of some ... | |
| Christmas at Disney | 8/10/2007 |
| Q: How long after Christmas do the decorations and parads run untill,,,we will be at the Park on Jan ... A: The decorations for Magic Kingdom do start coming down right after New Years Day. Most of the ... | |
| Disney World Spring 2008 Honeymoon | 8/10/2007 |
| Q: my husband and I married Aug '06 and we're finally taking our honeymoon! We want to experience ... A: Disney World is a wonderful place to celebrate a honeymoon! Congratulations! Star Wars Weekends ... | |
| planning a 25th anniversary | 8/7/2007 |
| Q: I live in Florida too! In fact I worked in tv and film production at Disney and even attended a few ... A: That is very nice that you are helping with their anniversary trip! It is also fun to hear from ... | |
| Disney World in September | 8/7/2007 |
| Q: I've never been to WDW in September and I'm wondering what type of weather I can expect when I go ... A: You're picking a great time to visit Disney World! September is one of the slowest months of the ... | |
| christmas time | 8/4/2007 |
| Q: What is the date when the magic kingdom is decorated for Christmas time? ANSWER: Magic Kingdom will ... A: The Disney Resorts and other Theme Parks all get decorated around Thanksgiving. Magic Kingdom does ... | |
| First trip to WDW with daughter | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I are thinking of taking our daughter to WDW for the first time in February 2008. I ... A: Disney World is always fun for birthdays! The parks will be busy over the weekend and week after ... | |
| disney in november | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: I am taking my kids for their first visit from november 12 - 19 and wonder what i should expect for ... A: You will have wonderful weather in November with an average high of 79 and average low of 58. The ... | |
| Family Party | 8/2/2007 |
| Q: My family and I are planning a vacation to Orlando the first weekend of May for my Dad's 60th ... A: There are very few hotels in Orlando that are reasonable in price that will accommodate a family of ... | |
| Disney in August | 7/31/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I want to visit Disney (FL) this August. He's never been. We will have 2-3 days. What ... A: August is a really good time to visit Disney World! For just 2 or 3 days, I would suggest visiting ... | |
| Trip Planning | 7/30/2007 |
| Q: My ex-wife and I are taking our 7 year old daughter, Maggie, to WDW in January. We fly from Dallas ... A: Sounds like you are going to have a really fun vacation! You may want to reschedule your Hollywood ... | |
| All Star Suites | 7/29/2007 |
| Q: I thought that I heard that the All Star Resorts were going to have suites? Have you heard anything ... A: Disney's All Star Music Resort does have Family Suites. This is a great suite for a larger family. ... | |
| WDW in January | 7/27/2007 |
| Q: What week of January would you suggest going to WDW? We have typically gone the week prior to ... A: January is usually a wonderful time to visit Disney World and especially the end of January. The ... | |
| WDW Thanksgiving | 7/21/2007 |
| Q: How crowded are the parks during the week of Thanksgiving and the weekend after? Is it worse than ... A: The week of Thanksgiving is a more popular time to visit. A good comparison is the week of Easter. ... | |
| Least Crowded | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: Would WDW be least crowed (best to visit)on August 25-29 or September 2-6, 2007? A: Disney is expecting August 25-29 to be less crowded than September. Your better choice is August ... | |
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Tim Sanborn
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Expertise
As a travel agent for an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, I can answer any question you may have about a Walt Disney World vacation from dining, recreation, tickets, and hotels to saving money, package details, and discounts. I am also a past Disney Cast Member and live in Florida, so I have the insider knowledge to help with the harder questions. I have been to Disney World about 34 times just this year (January-March 2009), so I do have alot of current knowledge about Disney.
Experience
As a travel agent working for an Authorized Disney Vacation Planner, I plan thousands of Disney World vacations every year. I have been to every Disney Resort and have visited almost every restaurant on Disney World property over the years. Besides my knowledge of Disney World vacations and theme parks, I am just a Disney World fan and love all of the magic that surrounds Disney!
Publications
Contributor for Insider's Guide to Disney, Preschoolers Guide to Disney, and Insider's Guide to Disney Cruise Vacations
Education/Credentials
Travel agent for Authorized Disney Vacation Planner - www.destinationsinflorida.com
Disney College of Knowledge Graduate
Disney College of Knowledge Masters Graduate
Disney College Program Graduate
Disney Cast Member (7 years)
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