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Disney World Hacks for a Better Vacation

Disney World Hacks can definitely help you make the best of your time in the Magic Kingdom. When you take the time to research, you’ll quickly find tons of Disney World hacks resulting in a better Disney World vacation.

Hacks can help you make the best of your time on vacation anywhere and since Disney is the happiest place on earth wouldn’t you like to enjoy every minute. These are a few Disney travel tricks and tips to consider when planning your Disney vacation.

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Make Advance Dining Reservations

The most popular restaurants in every Disney park tend to fill up a very quickly. Simply stated, all of these particular eateries offer more than just a great meal. Each one is a memorable dining experience that you won’t want to miss.

Using the My Disney Experience app, available on both Google Play and the App Store, you can make reservations for most restaurants as early as 180 days in advance. This gives you ample time to choose your favorites and secure your seats, long before it’s time to pack!

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Visit When School is in Session

Disney World is ALWAYS busiest when school is out. It makes total sense, doesn’t it? During the summer and on holidays, the gates are bursting with families who decided to take full advantage of the break.

Honestly, planning your vacation during the school year makes for a more relaxed Disney experience. If you’re concerned about your kids missing several days of class, opt for a shorter trip. Another option is to speak with teachers about the possibility of bringing assignments along for the ride.

Collect Free Disney Pins

One of the most well known Disney World hacks involves the Disney pins. You’ve probably heard about Disney pins. Introduced in 1999, Disney lovers immediately fell in love with them and have been buying and trading them ever since.

Many visitors don’t realize you can get free pins on certain special occasions. For example, stop by guest services and mention it’s your first time meeting Mickey to get a fun “first visit” pin. Complimentary pins are also handed out for birthdays, weddings and anniversaries.

Take an Afternoon Nap

The early afternoon is a busy time at Disney World. It’s the time when many of the guests staying at nearby Orlando resorts get to the park for the day. This makes it the perfect opportunity to go back to your room and relax for a while.

If you started the day early, there’s probably a good chance that at least a couple members in your group would enjoy a nap. Once everyone feels rested and rejuvenated, head back to the park. This way, there won’t be an issue staying until the gates close for the night.

Ship Essential Items to Your Resort Hotel

It’s simple to ship packages to your Disney resort hotel. This option is fantastic for bulky or heavier essentials like diapers, snack items, toiletries and more. If you’re an Amazon Prime member, it’s even easier!

To ensure the packages get to you, include the following on the shipping label. The resort shipping address, the name your reservation is under, check-in date, reservation number and cell phone number. Keep in mind, some resorts (like the Disney Contemporary) charge a per-package handling fee. But, it’s still a convenient option!

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Ask for Help Locating Your Favorite Characters

Let’s face it; everyone has their favorite Disney characters. There’s no need to wander aimlessly through the parks searching for Minnie, Buzz Lightyear and the princesses… just to name a few. Find an information booth and ask the attendant on duty. He or she (with the help of a tablet and some pixie dust) will locate who you’re looking for.

These are several (of many) Disney World hacks for a better vacation. Of course, you don’t need to make use of all of them. But, you never know when they’ll come in handy!

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