wdwtourguide's top 10 Disney World Rides - #8!

#8 - Test Track

If you looking for a unique thrill ride, head over to Test Track located in the Future World section of EPCOT. Sponsored by GM, this attraction lets you be the test dummy for various car tests.

You will go through some intense temperature environments, terrain tests, break tests, and more. And to top it all of, you will speed through a barrier test of up to 70 mph! This attraction is great for everyone and is also quite educational.

Because of the unique nature of attraction, Test Track earns our #8 spot for top Disney World rides.

wdwtourguide's top 10 Disney World Rides - #9!

#9 - Space Mountain

Space Mountain, another classic ride, is a favorite amongst many Disney World fans. Created decades ago, the Space Mountain's building structure, which is located in the Tomorrowland section of Disney's Magic Kingdom park, still amazes visitors today.

This is a fun and fast indoor roller coaster. But the best part is that you are immersed in complete darkness. Another cool part of this attraction is the long, futuristic tunnel which we space travelers must walk to begin our journey to space.

This fun and mysterious thrill ride, Space Mountain, earns our #10 spot for top Disney World rides.

wdwtourguide's top 10 Disney World Rides - #10!

#10 - Pirates of the Carribbean

Pirates of the Carribbean is a classic boat ride located in the Adventureland section of Disney's Magic Kingdom theme park. As soon as you enter this attraction, you are transported into a Pirate's world. During this cool, relaxing boat ride you'll be traveling through the heart of a battleship war, a fight in centertown, and other wild pirate adventures.

Since the recent success of Disney's Pirates of the Carribbean movies, this attraction has gone through some major renovations. Now, you can see Davy Jones and Jack Sparrow integrated in the ride.

This cool and relaxing adventure, Pirates of the Carribbean, earns our #10 spot for top Disney World rides.

Is Disney World a Vacation?

I know what your probably thinking... DUH!?!??! Of course Disney World is a vacation! However, consider me for a moment if you will...

Dictionary.com defines vacation as "a period of suspension of work, study, or other activity, usually used for rest, recreation, or travel". I look at a vacation as a time away from my normal life and when I come back, I should feel relaxed and ready to move on. The keyword there is "RELAXED!"

I have known many many many people who have been to Disney World, absolutely loved it, but they just felt so darn tired when they got back! People... going to Disney World is a vacation and should not be tiring.

In order to ensure that Disney World IS a vacation, be sure to stress the following points:

1. Plan to stay as many days as possible. If you try to squeeze all 4 theme parks in 2 days, you will find yourself VERY tired and stressed! That combined with the scorching Florida heat and millions of kids running around everywhere (especially at Magic Kingdom) is not a pleasant feeling at all.
2. Stay on property. You will find that your vacation is a lot less stressful when you stay on property. You don't have to worry about transportation or parking. Also, there are lots of other benefits like the "key to the world card" and the "dining plan" which allow you to worry less and have more fun.
3. Take time for other recreation. Disney World has LOTS AND LOTS of things to do. If you are staying on property, go to the Spa or rent a boat.
4. Take advantage of extended hours. Here you can go to the park early, come back to the resort and relax, then go to the park again later on during the day.
5. Plan your days. Know which park you are going to go to and what you are going to do there.

Well, follow those points and next time you go to Disney World and come back home, you might actually feel relaxed! =)

The Key to the WORLD!! - Disney World "Hands Free"

I am a huge fan of simplicity. I hate to carry around items and have to worry or be burdened with unnecessary things. If you feel the same way, you will love this post.

Disney World has a guest benefit called a Key to the World Card. When you check into a Disney resort, each guest will be provided a card with their name on it. Your first impression may be that this is just your room key, but it's much more than that!

You not only use this card to get into your room, it is also your ticket to get into the parks. Once you are in the parks, you can use this card to get your FastPass tickets. When you are at a restaurant at the resort or in a park, you can charge your meal to this card and it will automatically get charged to your room. Now here is the best part... If you are in a store and you purchase something with the card, it will automatically be charged and delivered to your room! So, you can enjoy the parks without any burden and have your souvenirs delivered directly to your room that same day.

You can use your Key to the World card anywhere on Disney property including all resorts and Downtown Disney. It's the ultimate "HANDS-FREE" vacation experience!

The Ultimate Money Saving Tip

Brace yourself!!! No, it's not really that serious, but it is exciting! Well, here we go...

Before I go into my revolutionary article, I'm going to assume a couple of things:

• You are staying at a Disney Resort. Disney World is not Disney World if you don't stay on property. It is a completely different experience and definitely worth the money. Also, if you stay at a Disney Resort, you are permitted extra hours at the parks!


• You ONLY want to visit the 4 Theme Parks (There is SOOO much to do at Disney World and so little time!)


• You are staying in Orlando for 4 Days (let's say Thursday - Sunday).
  

Now Brace yourself!!! (really...)

1. STEP 1: Purchase a vacation package with Disney World. Purchase a 4 Day / 3 Night stay at any resort and include the BASE ticket (no park hopper / no-expiration option). Also, include the dining package for each person.
   
   Walt Disney World has 3 classes in resorts: Value, Moderate, and Deluxe. If you are traveling with kids, it may be a good idea to stay at a Value resort. They are geared towards kids and are much cheaper than the other resorts. The Moderate resorts are perfect for everyone! They are fanatically themed as well as affordable. I recommend staying at the Coronado Springs Resort. If you chose to stay at a Deluxe resort, you will be paying a lot more, however it would be extremely luxurious. I recommend Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge. It is one of the cheaper Deluxe Resorts and probably the best! For more help in choosing a resort, click here...
   
   The base ticket option allows you to only visit one park a day. However, since you are there for 4 days and there are 4 theme parks, there are enough things to see and do at each park for the whole day, this works out perfectly! The park hopper option allows you to visit multiple parks in one day. This only works well when you don't have enough time to enjoy one park a day. The no-expiration ticket means that the ticket will never expire, however in this case, you plan to stay at Disney World for 4 days and use the 4 day tickets.
   
   The only addition you will need to add to your BASE ticket is the Dining Plan. Disney World is the #1 vacation spot in the world! Food and drink is a necessity! Put them both together and you get: EXPENSIVE FOOD!! The Dining Plan will allow each person to have a snack, quick service meal (lunch), and a table service meal (dinner) each day at every park.
   
   
2. STEP 2: Plan to arrive in Orlando (or near Disney World) on Wednesday night!
   
   Be sure to have reservations at some regular motel just for the night. A simple Sleep Inn or Quality Inn usually works well for us! Make sure it is close to Disney World.
   


3. Step 3: Thursday morning; get to your resort by 9 AM.
   
   YES, you can check-in at 9 AM! If your room is available, you will be allowed to go. If your room is not available, the concierge will keep your luggage and put it in your room once it's available.
   
   Every day, Disney World selects one park to open 1 hour early and close up to 3 hours later only for resort guests. You can get this schedule when you check in. Be sure to visit the park with extended the hours!
   
   You can hop on the Disney bus (free for resort guests) and go to a park.
   
   
4. Step 4: Friday & Saturday; visit the park with extended hours. In the morning, it's a good idea to ride the big rides because there is little to no wait. By mid afternoon, you should have most of the rides completed. Now would be a good time to go back to resort and relax. Remember, there is also so much to do at the resort! You can go back to the same park and enjoy more.
   
   
5. Step 5: Sunday; you must check out in the morning, however you have the whole day to enjoy the final park. Concierge will hold your luggage for you until night time. After you are done, come back to the resort, grab your luggage and go stay at a regular hotel.
   
   
6. Step 6: On Monday morning, plan to go home. =(

Well, that concludes the ultimate money saving tip for your vacation at Disney World. What we've come to realize is that this concept is geared more toward families and those who have a limited spending limit. We hope that this article gave you some new ideas and helps you plan your next trip to Disney World.