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It's hard to imagine a more magical vacation for young ones than a Disney theme
park adventure.
With a little know how (and the help of the Internet and some
online coupon codes and
travel discounts), you can plan the trip of a lifetime for a lot less than
you might think.
Order Your Free Disney DVD
The first thing you'll want to do is order a free Disney Parks Vacation Planning
DVD. This official Disney DVD ships free of charge in the United States and
Canada, and it will take you on a complete tour of the resorts. You'll go inside
the parks and get a bird's eye view of the Disney complexes in both Florida and
Southern California. Preview the water rides and roller coasters, shoes, and
attractions. Get tips on keeping your trip affordable. You'll also get
"pocket-sized planning guides" for both Disneyland and Disneyworld. Order your free Disney Vacation Planning DVD here (one per household).
Finding Hotel Deals
Next, you'll want to find the best Disney hotel deals.
It's important to note that you'll play lower prices on both lodging and park
passes if you plan your trip during the off season, which runs from October
through April. (March is typically spring break month, so you might see more
crowds during this time of year.)
You can choose from a number of on-site Disney hotels, which have a lot of
advantages, including – in come cases – discounted park passes, and, of course,
convenience. But the experience of staying at an on-site resort comes at a
price: sometimes triple the cost of neighboring hotels. If budget is your
primary consideration, look for hotels deals near the resort. Many of these
nearby hotels offer comfortable, clean lodging and may provide a complimentary
shuttle service to the resort.
Accommodations range from value-priced or mediocre to deluxe rooms with
amenities to match. Make a list of the things that are important to you and
refer to them when deciding on a hotel. If you don’t mind parking your car and
walking instead of using the valet, or if you don’t mind limited room service,
then you don’t need to pay more for a deluxe hotel stay.
The distances to and from the park can differ so be sure to ask how far away the
hotel is located and whether or not they offer complimentary transportation,
such as shuttle bus or monorail service. There are lots of choices and you can
find many different package deals depending on your budget and preferences. The
Internet has made it so easy to compare Disney area hotels, and their amenities,
at a glance.
First, visit the official Disney website. You'll find resources, customizable
maps, itineraries, and tips based on your children's ages:
http://home.disney.go.com/travel/index
And here are Disney area hotel coupons and special offers.
Travelocity's Disney
Deals Page
Momscape.com compiles
Travelocity Coupon codes here, for additional savings. So check before you
book.
More Travel Deals:
Orbitz.com
Saving on Meals
Officially, Disney does not allow you to bring food into the park, but you can
still save money by having breakfast before entering the park – and eating
dinner after you leave. Lunch prices tend to be quite a bit lower than dinner
prices at the restaurants inside the park, so you can experience the magic of a
meal in the park for less.
For breakfast and dinner, Restaurant.com dining certificates can help you save
more than 50% on dining, when you purchase them ahead of time. (Learn
more about how Restaurant.com works here). You might also want to look into
buying an Entertainment
Book for the zip code in which you are traveling, to help you save on retail
and restaurants.
If you're going to be
exploring the area beyond the Disney parks, it might pay to purchase a Go
Visitor Card for the area. A Go Visitor Card offers visitors unlimited admission
to top attractions and activities for a single price. Here's more information on
the Go Orlando Card and
here's more information
on the Go Los Angeles Card
More Disney Travel Tips
· Some hotels and travel agents offer discounts to nurses, teachers and
government workers as well as AAA, AARP and
Entertainment Book
members. You can find even more information about travel discounts at the
DIS
Discussion Forum.
· Make sure to purchase your tickets before you get to the park, so you don't
have to stand in line when you get there.
· Read your tickets and passes and make sure you understand what you are paying
for. Remember, too, that some rides have certain height requirements for
children.
· Walking the parks may be fine for the grown-ups, but you may want to either
bring your own stroller or rent one for your child or children.
· If you have a child who is too small for a particular ride, take advantage of
the Disney "Baby Swap" option. All you need to do is tell the attendant. When
you reach the front of the line, one parent will be able to ride while the other
parents holds the child. When the ride is over, you switch – so both parents can
enjoy the ride.
· The weather can be unpredictable so don’t be caught off-guard. Make sure to
bring an umbrella, ponchos and some cool weather clothing. Plan ahead for rainy
days. Have a list of indoor activities you want to do in the area, just in
case.
· If you're planning a trip to Disneyworld, check out order a free vacation
planning kit from Orlando's Travel & Visitors Bureau:
http://www.orlandoinfo.com/requestform/ You'll get information and lots of
coupons, too.
You can save lots of money with just a little bit of planning. And you'll have a
relaxed, memorable, even magical vacation that you and your children will
remember for a lifetime. (You might even have so much fun, you'll decide to go
again next year!)
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