How tall are the Disney characters in the parks?

By |2024-04-07T19:29:35-04:00November 22nd, 2023|Categories: |

This is actually a question many people have when visiting Walt Disney World! Face Characters (those who don't wear a mask, but show their actual face): Princesses: Rapunzel, Cinderella, Aurora, Belle, Ariel, Snow White & Jasmine: 5'3" - 5'7" Mulan: 5'2" - 5'6" Tiana: 5'5" - 5'8" Princes: Prince Charming, Eric, Aladdin, Naveen, Snow White's ...

Where can I meet my favourite Disney characters?

By |2023-12-03T20:18:52-05:00November 22nd, 2023|Categories: |

One of the best ways to see Disney characters is to make a reservation for a character meal at Walt Disney World. Character dining meals are very popular, so book your reservations early! Generally at a character meal, your favourite Disney pals will stop by each table to greet you, take photos and sign autographs. ...

Where can I have a meal with characters?

By |2023-11-22T19:32:33-05:00November 22nd, 2023|Categories: , |

Character dining is a fun, family-friendly way of meeting your favorite friends, take photos and get autographs!  These meals are typically served 3 ways:  buffet style, family style, and pre-plated meals. It is highly recommended you make advanced dining reservations for these restaurants, as they book up quickly!  Currently, you can dine with your favorite ...

When can I book my Advanced Dining Reservations?

By |2023-11-22T19:42:42-05:00November 22nd, 2023|Categories: |

Advanced Dining Reservations (ADR's) can be made in advance of your trip to Walt Disney World.  We strongly encourage you to book any reservations in advance, as restaurants do fill up quickly. Guests staying at a Walt Disney World resort hotel: These guests can make reservations for their length of stay up to 60 days in advance ...

Do I need to make Advanced Dining Reservations?

By |2023-11-22T19:28:38-05:00November 22nd, 2023|Categories: |

Making dining reservations for any table service restaurants on Disney property is highly recommended.  Dining books up quickly, especially for character meals and buffets. Very few restaurants have walk-up availability, so we recommend checking the My Disney Experience app for available dining times if you're looking for something last minute.

What else can we do if wait times are too long?

By |2023-11-22T19:05:25-05:00November 22nd, 2023|Categories: |

Tired of the crowds, but don't want to leave the parks?  There are some places in each park that are traditionally less crowded, calmer and cooler. Magic Kingdom: Walt Disney World Railroad Walt Disney's Enchanted Tiki Room Tom Sawyer Island Country Bear Jamboree Hall of Presidents Liberty Square Riverboat Tomorrowland Transit Authority Carousel of Progress ...

How should we deal with large crowds?

By |2024-06-25T18:37:59-04:00November 22nd, 2023|Categories: |

Even during the most crowded times of the year, you can still have a fantastic time at Walt Disney World!  Your expectations just need to be realistic, and planning is a must. Figure out what rides/shows you must do, what rides/shows you'd like to do, and what you are fine with missing.  Remember:  Walt Disney World ...

Should we take mid-day breaks?

By |2023-11-22T18:33:19-05:00November 22nd, 2023|Categories: |

Part of the benefit of staying at a Disney resort is that you are never too far from your hotel room.  This is especially true of the resorts on Disney's Monorail System (Contemporary, Polynesian and Grand Floridian).  But even non-monorail resorts aren't too far away on an air-conditioned Disney Transport Bus! Staying "on property" allows ...

What is Disney Photopass?

By |2023-12-02T21:01:34-05:00November 21st, 2023|Categories: |

With more than 600 million pictures taken at Walt Disney World Resort every year, it seems as though guests to the Vacation Kingdom enjoy capturing the memory of their vacations as much as they enjoy experiencing them. Disney Photopass Photographers are located throughout the parks, set up in the most popular scenic spaces, as well ...

What is the Virtual Queue?

By |2023-11-22T19:24:55-05:00November 21st, 2023|Categories: |

From time to time, a virtual queue—accessible via the My Disney Experience app—may be used for select attractions or experiences.  Usually, the Virtual Queue is used for the newest, most popular attractions. When a virtual queue is in place, you can request to enjoy that attraction or experience later in the day, so you can enjoy ...

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