It requires some knowledge and efforts to plan a vacation in Orlando. To enjoy a hassle free and fun holiday, you may want to consider planning your trip 6 months or more in advance.
Here is a list of things you should do.
6 months ahead
- Pick a date that is suitable for everyone.
- Decide to go by car, RV or by air.
- Browse online travel sites and airlines that specialize in Orlando’s vacation. Sign up their newsletters.
- Book in advance as Disney World Resort will be filled up by visitors during school holidays.
- Call Disney World booking desk directly and ask about room specials and discount packages.
- Always allow yourself ample time to plan a vacation. Look out for great travel deals and best buys.
- For large family groups, consider the off-site villas or private homes which cost you less money for more occupants. There are also campgrounds for RV.
- Gather information and decide where you want to visit and stay. Make reservations to secure the best deals. Specify your room preference and its location in your booking.
- Disney World raises ticket price each year without notice. Buy your park tickets early to lock in to the best price.
- Start sourcing for car rental if you’re frying to Orlando. Check out free shutter services offered by some hotels. All Disney World Resort hotels provide free airport-hotel transfer to their guests.
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Disney dinning options:
Reservations are essential when you plan a vacation in Disney World. Don’t expect to get a table if you just walk into any Disney restaurants particularly on D-Days.
- Some restaurants allow one year booking in advance like Mickey’s Backyard Barbecue. If you want to enjoy a Character Dining experience at Cinderella’s Royal Table, or red meat dinner at the Le Cellier Steakhouse, or eat at any popular restaurants, book your table.
- Don’t forget to book entertainments of your choice. Many people reserve slots in advance for their favorite shows such as Hoop-De-Doo Musical Review, Cirque du Soleil, etc.
3 Months Ahead
- Make bookings if you want to experience any special events in Disney World, or downtown attractions in Orlando such as boat rides, surfing, winterkilling, catch-and-release fishing trip, parasailing, and golfing.
- Confirm the reservations on car rental, airline, and hotel pick-up.
4 Weeks Ahead
- Prepare your vehicle, maps and decide the route to take. If you live far from Orlando, you may want to reserve hotel rooms along the way. Get ready a GPS if possible.
- Arrange sitters for your baby, house, and pets.
- Work out a packing list for your trip. Buy necessary items such as medicines, batteries, ponchos, sunscreens, foods, and drinks. These items are expansive when inside the resorts.
- Prepare hand baggage and luggage to carry along.
1 Week Ahead
- Start packing your stuffs.
- Confirm all your reservations and check the details in your flight tickets. Make sure there is no error.
- Bring alone your telephone book. Give your family and friends your emergency contact numbers.
- Bring enough prescriptions for everyone in the trip. Carry along your medical cards as well.
- Charge batteries for all your gadgets like camcorder, camera, ipod, etc.
- Prepare necessary cash.
- Go through the packing list.
1 Day Ahead
- Fill your gas tank.
- Send your pets and house keys to the sitters.
- Finish up any last minute packing.
- Check on your flight time.
- Start to load stuffs to your vehicle.
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Setting off for the big fun
- Allow sufficient time to travel to the airport and clear security.
- Take lots of videos and pictures. Have a hassle free and unforgettable trip!
Hope that these tips are useful in helping you to plan a vacation in Walt Disney World. Have a nice trip, and be sure to paint the Orlando city red!
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