Category Archives: Animal Kingdom

Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom One Day Plan

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We’d all like to have unlimited time to visit Walt Disney World. Well, everyone, that is, except for maybe my husband. But most of us don’t have unlimited time (and funds) to explore the many wonders of Walt Disney World Parks. Of the four parks, Animal Kingdom is the easiest to do in one day. Just follow the tips below. Arrive at least 30 minutes before rope drop… …or when the park is scheduled to open. Yes, you will wait a few minutes but Disney is great at entertaining the crowds. For many people, the opening ceremony is a must-see. And, Continue reading Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom One Day Plan→

Walt Disney World Theme Parks After Dark

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There was a period of time, when the kids were small, that we never saw the parks in the dark. A good night’s sleep was critical for our middle son, and no one wanted to upset his routine, afraid of the repercussions the next day. No one. Fast forward a few years later and we re-discovered the joys of Disney in the Dark. Magic Kingdom After Dark There is nothing like entering the Haunted Mansion while it is dark and eerie outside. Or, as you round the corner on Splash Mountain, catching a glimpse of the castle all lit up. Big Thunder Continue reading Walt Disney World Theme Parks After Dark→

Why We Love Staying At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge

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One of the youngest of all of Walt Disney World’s deluxe resorts, Animal Kingdom Lodge (AKL) opened in April of 2001. And if I’m being perfectly honest, I always resisted staying there. When we can afford to stay at a deluxe resort, one of the perks is the unique transportation each resort offered. Monorail for Polynesian, Contemporary and Grand Floridian. Boat transport for Wilderness Lodge, Boardwalk and Beach & Yacht Club resorts. The ability to walk to parks from Contemporary and the EPCOT resorts. There’s nothing wrong with bus transportation, especially at Walt Disney World, but busses seemed to take Continue reading Why We Love Staying At Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge→

Animal Kingdom In A Day Plan

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Tackling Animal Kingdom in a day is do-able. Very do-able. But tricky – especially currently with Extra Magic Hours (EMH) now available every day until November 2nd. (After November 2nd the schedule will vary.) And EMH is only available for Disney Resort guests and staying on property may not be in the budget for your family. This post will highlight the best tips to maximize Animal Kingdom in a day. With so many variables to consider, we’re going to break it down . First Things First…. FastPass+ allows you to legally “cut” the line, considerably cutting your wait time for Continue reading Animal Kingdom In A Day Plan→