I went to disney for the first time over the summer in over 15 years and had to do some batman level prep to conquer disney. This channel among others helped me through the disney campaign
I've just booked my first ever US trip to Orlando. Doing 3 days of Universal (park 1, park 2, favorites), a day of rest, 1 day Disney parkhopper (Studios and Magic Kingdom), trip to Bush Gardens with local friends for the thrill rides, another day of rest, another day of Disney (Animal Kingdom and Epcot), and next day late flight home. I think I will need a vacation from my vacation, but at least I'm going on my own (except for the bush gardens day) so I can make my own decisions on what to do and when to rest. I planned week days in early may, so it shouldn't be too busy, so I hope to be able as many as possible E-tickets at all four parks.
We were adult only AP holders for years and had to tell many people many times that Disney is full of adult entertainment and good food, but you just have to know where to go. That’s still true. BUT even we were taken aback by the reduction in services along with the price increases and the growth of crowds a couple years ago and we stopped going.
Great vid. And yes -- there's tons of haters because of novice mistakes. But after 35 years going with Mom n Dad; 20 years going with the Mrs., we have never had a bad time. Like, ever. Not exhausted. We stay in great resorts and homes for the price of cheap hotels. We maximize rides-per-hour. We eat well. We pace ourselves. And we do it all, even with all these insane price hikes, on a modest budget. What breaks my heart is all the friends and fam over the decades who end up going, completely avoid sound advice, then always always always come back complaining. And then they never go back. Meanwhile we're planning our 30th trip.
Thank you! It's so great to hear that your experience has given you such a fantastic strategy for making the most of your visits. My hope is that less people will make novice mistakes on their first go, and have experienced more like what you have had.
Nice video. I will say there is one hater comment I agree with which would be that you need to prep/learn so much prior to your trip. I feel so bad for families who just show up and have no plan, no tips, or strategy going in. There is a ton of options for places to learn (like this wonderful channel), but I still don’t like how complicated some of these systems are like virtual queue, lightning lane, etc. and feel like I have to give them a lecture prior to their vacation.
We are semi locals with annual passes. The biggest thing is to go on days that are not as crowded. Look up websites that forcast the crowd levels and go on “green” days. Crowded days suck. Next is what he said in the video, early and late. Also during the fireworks show. Single rider lines if they have them.
And one more locals super hack. One of the lowest crowd times all year is first week of December during the weekdays, AND Disney is all decorated for Christmas! We would always go out of our way to go to Disney then.
I just got back recently on my trip, stayed at all star sports for under $150 a night for a preferred room, got a good discount on it too
I went to disney for the first time over the summer in over 15 years and had to do some batman level prep to conquer disney. This channel among others helped me through the disney campaign
Batman level prep can make all the difference. 😂 Glad I could help with that!
I've just booked my first ever US trip to Orlando. Doing 3 days of Universal (park 1, park 2, favorites), a day of rest, 1 day Disney parkhopper (Studios and Magic Kingdom), trip to Bush Gardens with local friends for the thrill rides, another day of rest, another day of Disney (Animal Kingdom and Epcot), and next day late flight home. I think I will need a vacation from my vacation, but at least I'm going on my own (except for the bush gardens day) so I can make my own decisions on what to do and when to rest.
I planned week days in early may, so it shouldn't be too busy, so I hope to be able as many as possible E-tickets at all four parks.
We were adult only AP holders for years and had to tell many people many times that Disney is full of adult entertainment and good food, but you just have to know where to go. That’s still true. BUT even we were taken aback by the reduction in services along with the price increases and the growth of crowds a couple years ago and we stopped going.
Great vid. And yes -- there's tons of haters because of novice mistakes. But after 35 years going with Mom n Dad; 20 years going with the Mrs., we have never had a bad time. Like, ever. Not exhausted. We stay in great resorts and homes for the price of cheap hotels. We maximize rides-per-hour. We eat well. We pace ourselves. And we do it all, even with all these insane price hikes, on a modest budget. What breaks my heart is all the friends and fam over the decades who end up going, completely avoid sound advice, then always always always come back complaining. And then they never go back. Meanwhile we're planning our 30th trip.
Thank you! It's so great to hear that your experience has given you such a fantastic strategy for making the most of your visits. My hope is that less people will make novice mistakes on their first go, and have experienced more like what you have had.
my cousin is an authorized disney travel agent and i had no idea disney paid her. Guess we will use her to book our next vacation. i learned today :)
It's good to know! And I’m sure your cousin will be thrilled to help you out 😄.
There are disgruntled disney fans turning to universal to "make their ex jealous" haha
I totally see that too! 😂 And to be fair, Epic Universe looks pretty sweet.
Nice video. I will say there is one hater comment I agree with which would be that you need to prep/learn so much prior to your trip. I feel so bad for families who just show up and have no plan, no tips, or strategy going in. There is a ton of options for places to learn (like this wonderful channel), but I still don’t like how complicated some of these systems are like virtual queue, lightning lane, etc. and feel like I have to give them a lecture prior to their vacation.
Thank you! And yes, I am totally with you. There is so much complexity, and that is a huge barrier for first timers.
Yes please to a video about how to tackle each park without LL!
We are semi locals with annual passes. The biggest thing is to go on days that are not as crowded. Look up websites that forcast the crowd levels and go on “green” days. Crowded days suck. Next is what he said in the video, early and late. Also during the fireworks show. Single rider lines if they have them.
And one more locals super hack. One of the lowest crowd times all year is first week of December during the weekdays, AND Disney is all decorated for Christmas! We would always go out of our way to go to Disney then.
Avoid Tiana's Bayou Adventure
Funny 😂
I wouldn’t give Disney a dime ever again they suck only morons go at this point
What to avoid: DONT GO. Universal is way better anyways.