Unknown tips about Disney

This posting is to get the word out about little things, tips, tricks, etc. that the ordinary traveller to Disney may not know about. ; We are hoping that you will help build to this list so discover little things the other members may not know about Disney.

Ok, here is mine. ; If you go to guest services at any park, let them know you are newlyweds and on your honeymoon and they will give you a honeymoon button for both the bride and groom to wear. ; While you are walking in the parks, cast members will immediately recognize that button and ususally go out of their way, say something like congratulations or acknowledge you just to make you feel extra special on this occasion.



Ok, let's keep adding to this post to see what other cool things are available to Disney World visitors.

 

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Here is a little trivia tip for you ... plus a great picture opportunity. ; In Future World in Epcot, go to the west of Innovations West and take the path towards the Land pavillion. ; Here you will find a circle that has quotes from scientists surrounding it. ; If you stand in that circle, you are standing in the geographical centre of Walt Disney World. ; Kind of neat eh!

 

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I have so many to add to this list. ;

For starters - when visiting the Magic Kingdom on your birthday - start the day off at City Hall on Main Street, here they will give you a 'It's my Birthday' button to wear all day long. ; This little button may provide something as simple as "Happy Birthday" greetings from cast members to front of the line access on various attractions.

 

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It is all timing, but if you can be at the rope drop at the Castle, if you run over to Tinkerbelles Treasure (to the right of the Castle), be the first and you can wake up Tinkerbelle. ; After trying two times my dd (5) was able to wake Tinkey. ; She was given a wand and was told to say Wake up Tinkerbell 3X while waving her wand over Tinkeys box, then Tinkey wakes and "flies" around the room. ; Then you get a certificate marking the event. ; My dd loved it. ; PS. ; Don;t forget to look in the key hole of the drawers in the store (the drawer with the mirror on top) to see Tinkerbell appear!!

 

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Look under the mat at the Muppetvision 3D show when you walk through the front turnstiles to the right. ; The mat is under the ticketbooth window which says " back in 5 mins, key under mat" (something like that). ; Pull the mat up and there is the key (can't remove it). ; My kids found it on the last trip and when they lifted the mat there was a certificate to mark the event.

 

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Purchase an extra large Sharpie the characters prefer these. Also do avoid crayons, Ikea/golf pencils as they are mucb too small for there hands

 

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If you are on a slower pace when in Epcot, ; go into the building that houses Soarin'. ; To the left of the food court (when facing the cash) is a small area where you children can make chocolate chip cookies with 2 CM's. ; The get a Jr. chef hat with there name written on it and they all have a job to do in order to make the cookies. ; The CM puts the cookies in the magic oven and presto they are made and cooled for each child to take two with them. ; My kids loved making cookies. ; I think there were about 8 kids, check the schedule to see what times it runs. ; Its a great photo op. and just gives everyone a nice break from the hustle and bustle of the day.

 

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Here's another for Epcot. ; To keep the kiddies interested when going around the World Showcase at Epcot, you can spend about $10 and buy a passport that comes with stickers and a button. ; Each time you stop at a kidcot funstop in each country the CM will stamp your book and write a message to your child in their language. ; Also if you do not want to spend the $$, you can pick up a free mask on a stick that they can colour in and they can get stamps and a card that hangs from it that best describes that country. ; Remember at the end to tell the last CM that you are done and you will get a congrats. poster.

Also there are various kidcot stops (check your map) around Epcot that are not associated with the world showcase ones. ; For instance when you leave soarin there is a bug one. ; The give each child card on a lanyard that they attach various cards shaped as a car, pylon, bug etc. ; Kids can colour them as well and they learn something as they do it. ; Great keepsakes and lots of fun.

 

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When entering Animal Kingdom before rope drop head thru Rainforest Cafe. There is an entrance to the park at the back of the shop that very few people know about. This can save a few minutes in line at the turnstiles.

 

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Heres another..................at Tom's Sawyer's Island at MK, catch the boat over and have your kids hunt for 1 of 4 paint brushes that are hidden. ; Then hand in your brush and get a fast past. ; Once they are all found thats it for the day though. ; Happy hunting!!!

 

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When at MK, ride Cinderella's carousel but look for Cinderella's horse. ; Word is that her horse is the white one with the gold ribbon on it's tail. ; The only horse with a ribbon. ; It is the second horse in it's row.

 

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If you need to rent a stroller for the little ones purchase a multi day stroller rental you prepay for as many days as you need and save $2 per day. If you purchased days you didn't end up using no worries Disney will refund the unused days. The hugh benefit is that you don't have to wait in the payment line every day which can get quite long. Go straight to the pickup line and they will stamp a ticket. (By the way I recommend purchasing an umbrella stroller and give it away at the end of the trip if you don't want to bring it home. You save a ton of money and make someone elses day)

 

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I totally agree with the Umbrella stroller thing. Ours died on day 2 of our last trip, purchased a new one for $45 from the resort (which was cheaper than 6 more days of rentals.)

 

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You can call the restaurant you are eating at and order a special occasion cake to be delivered to your table. ; Depends on the location but you can get whatever you can imagine!!!! ; Castle cakes, mickey shaped etc.

 

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When you want a break from the hustle and bustle and heat, go watch Carousel of Progress, or ride the Tomorrowland Transit Authority (TTA) - any lines that might exist move very quickly; and you're sure to enjoy the rest. ; DD8 loves the TTA, and going into the bowels of Space Mountain - we still chuckle at the page for Mr. Tom Morrow.

 

EPCOT

- Pal Mickey interacts with attractions and events throughout the Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks.

- Add a personal touch to your collection and get pins from favorite Disney attractions, events, or with characters that interest you.

- Organize your Disney pin collection in categories such as characters, attractions or events, making it easier to find a specific pin to show or trade.

- Disney pin collecting is a great way to remember a favorite attraction, event or character. It's like bringing home a piece of the magic.

- Remember to bring your camera, but don’t worry if you forget, cameras, film and batteries are always available for purchase in the Park.

- Be sure to bring water and sun screen. Having a poncho, umbrella or light raincoat might be a good idea too.

- Remember to drink plenty of liquids during your visit.

- Bring your email address list. You can email messages, pictures and video clips to family and friends back home from Mission: SPACE and from Imageworks at the Imagination Pavilion.

- Adults with youngsters too small to ride may take turns riding an attraction. There is no need to wait in line twice. Ask a Cast Member for details.

- Special "behind the scenes" tours are available at the Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot and Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Just call 407-WDW-TOUR for reservations and details.

- Many Disney Cast Members are fluent in more than one language. Their nametags indicate which languages they speak.

- Disney character merchandise is available in gift shops throughout Future World and International Gateway.

- Check the Epcot Times Guide for show times and Park hours.

- Look for the Disney photographer at the entrance to the Park to get that magical memory of your day at Epcot.

- ATMs at Epcot are located on the east side of the Entrance Plaza, on the path between Future World and World Showcase, and near Germany. You can exchange currency at Guest Relations or at the American Express Travel Office on the west side of the Entrance Plaza.

- Families with young children shouldn't miss the Kidcot Fun Stop activity centers located around World Showcase. The kids will have a chance to do hands-on activities and ask questions as you visit each country.

- For a full-service meal, make reservations when you arrive at the Park at either Guest Relations or the desired eatery. Or make advance plans by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463).

- Check the tip board at Innoventions Plaza, behind Spaceship Earth, throughout the day for the current wait times for the most popular attractions at the Park.

- Measure your child's height before you arrive at the Park so you know which attractions he or she is able to ride. All height requirements are listed on this Web site.

- If your party decides to split up, remember to set a meeting place and time. But try not to pick any place too trafficked or it may be difficult to find your party.

- Study a map of the Park prior to your arrival to become familiar with the location of the attractions you are most interested in.

- Take advantage of Disney's FastPass Service. Simply slip your Park Pass into the FastPass machine to receive an assigned return time and enjoy the rest of the park while Disney's FastPass saves your place in line.

- With so much to see and do at the Walt Disney World Resort, wear casual clothes and comfortable shoes.

 

Magic Kingdom Tips

- Pal Mickey interacts with attractions and events throughout the Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks.

- Add a personal touch to your collection and get pins from favorite Disney attractions, events, or with characters that interest you.

- Organize your Disney pin collection in categories such as characters, attractions or events, making it easier to find a specific pin to show or trade.

- Disney pin collecting is a great way to remember a favorite attraction, event or character. It's like bringing home a piece of the magic.

- Remember to bring your camera, but don’t worry if you forget, cameras, film and batteries are always available for purchase in the Park.

- Be sure to bring water and sun screen. Having a poncho, umbrella or light raincoat might be a good idea too.

- Remember to drink plenty of liquids during your visit.

- Adults with youngsters too small to ride may take turns riding an attraction. There is no need to wait in line twice. Ask a Cast Member for details.

- Don't forget to bring your autograph book to Mickey's Toontown Fair where you can find your favorite characters.

- Many Disney Cast Members are fluent in more than one language. Their nametags indicate which languages they speak.

- Check the Magic Kingdom Times Guide for show times and Park hours.

- Check the tip board on Main Street U.S.A. throughout the day for the current wait times for the most popular attractions at the Park.

- Look for the Disney photographer at the entrance to the Park and in front of Cinderella Castle to get that magical memory of your day at the Magic Kingdom Park.

- For a full-service meal, make reservations when you arrive at the Park at either Guest Relations or the desired eatery. Or make advance plans by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463).

- Measure your child's height before you arrive at the Park so you know which attractions he or she is able to ride. All height requirements are listed on this Web site.

- If your party decides to split up, remember to set a meeting place and time. But try not to pick any place too trafficked, like in front of Cinderella Castle, or it may be difficult to find your party.

- Study a map of the Park prior to your arrival to become familiar with the location of the attractions you are most interested in.

- Take advantage of Disney's FastPass Service. Simply slip your Park Pass into the FastPass machine to receive an assigned return time and enjoy the rest of the park while Disney's FastPass saves your place in line.

- The Magic Kingdom Park has three ATMs: under the Main Street train station, near the Frontierland Shooting Arcade and at the Tomorrowland Light & Power Co. arcade near Space Mountain. You can exchange most foreign currency at City Hall.

- With so much to see and do at the Walt Disney World Resort, wear casual clothes and comfortable shoes.

- Did you know that you can get a haircut at the Magic Kingdom Park? Visit the Harmony Barber Shop located beside the Car Barn on Main Street.

- Special "behind the scenes" tours are available at the Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot and Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Just call 407-WDW-TOUR for reservations and details.

 

Animal Kingdom Tips

- Pal Mickey interacts with attractions and events throughout the Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks.

- Add a personal touch to your collection and get pins from favorite Disney attractions, events, or with characters that interest you.

- Organize your Disney pin collection in categories such as characters, attractions or events, making it easier to find a specific pin to show or trade.

- Disney pin collecting is a great way to remember a favorite attraction, event or character. It's like bringing home a piece of the magic.

- Remember to bring your camera, but don’t worry if you forget, cameras, film and batteries are always available for purchase in the Park.

- Be sure to bring water and sun screen. Having a poncho, umbrella or light raincoat might be a good idea too.

- Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes.

- Remember to drink plenty of liquids during your visit.

- For an insiders look at Disney's Animal Kingdom, check out the "Wild By Design" and "Backstage Safari" tours.

- Adults with youngsters too small to ride may take turns riding an attraction. There is no need to wait in line twice. Ask a Cast Member for details.

- Check the Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park Times Guide for show times and Park hours.

- Check the tip board on Discovery Island throughout the day for the current wait times for the most popular attractions at the Park.

- Don't forget to bring your autograph book to Camp Minnie-Mickey where you can find your favorite characters.

- For a full-service meal, make reservations when you arrive at the Park at either Guest Relations or the desired eatery. Or make advance plans by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463).

- Island Mercantile on Discovery Island stays open a half hour after the Park closes.

- Look for the Disney photographer at the entrance to the Park to get that magical memory of your day at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park.

- Many Disney Cast Members are fluent in more than one language. Their nametags indicate which languages they speak.

- Measure your child's height before you arrive at the Park so you know which attractions he or she is able to ride. All height requirements are listed on this Web site.

- Special "behind the scenes" tours are available at the Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot and Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Just call 407- WDW- TOUR for reservations and details.

- If your party decides to split up, remember to set a meeting place and time. But try not to pick any place too trafficked, like in front of the Tree of Life, or it may be difficult to find your party.

- Study a map of the Park prior to your arrival to become familiar with the location of the attractions that interest you most.

- Take advantage of Disney's FastPass Service. Simply slip your Park Pass into the FastPass machine to receive an assigned return time and enjoy the rest of the park while Disney's FastPass saves your place in line.

- There is one ATM at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park located at the entrance to the Park, just before the turnstiles and to the right, next to the kennel.

- With so much to see and do at the Walt Disney World Resort, wear casual clothes and comfortable shoes.

Disney’s Hollywood Studios
- ; Pal Mickey interacts with attractions and events throughout the Walt Disney World Resort Theme Parks.

- ; Add a personal touch to your collection and get pins from favorite Disney attractions, events, or with characters that interest you.

- ; Organize your Disney pin collection in categories such as characters, attractions or events, making it easier to find a specific pin to show or trade.

- ; Disney pin collecting is a great way to remember a favorite attraction, event or character. It's like bringing home a piece of the magic.

- ; Remember to bring your camera, but don’t worry if you forget, cameras, film and batteries are always available for purchase in the Park.

- ; Be sure to bring water and sun screen. Having a poncho, umbrella or light raincoat might be a good idea too.

- ; Remember to drink plenty of liquids during your visit.

- ; Don't forget the Backlot Tour featuring flash floods, fire and plenty of behind- the- scenes movie magic.

- ; There are two ATMs at Disney’s Hollywood Studios: one just outside the Park entrance and one inside Toy Story Pizza Planet.

- ; Many of the attractions and shows stop admitting guests prior to the Park's official closing time. Attractions that you may enter up until the very last minute include Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith, "The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror"", The Great Movie Ride, Jim Henson's Muppet*Vision 3- D, and Star Tours.

- ; Don't forget to bring your autograph book to Mickey Avenue at Disney’s Hollywood Studios where you can find your favorite characters.

- ; Look for the Disney photographer at the entrance to the Park to get that magical memory of your day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.

- ; The shops on Hollywood Boulevard are open a half hour past Park closing.

- ; Check the Studios tip board on the corner of Sunset and Hollywood Boulevards for daily show times and updated wait times.

- ; Check the Disney’s Hollywood Studios Times Guide for show times and Park hours.

- ; Many Disney Cast Members are fluent in more than one language. Their nametags indicate which languages they speak.

- ; For a full-service meal, make reservations when you arrive at the Park at either Guest Relations or the desired eatery. Or make advance plans by calling 407-WDW-DINE (939-3463).

- ; Take advantage of Disney's FastPass service. You can enjoy the rest of the park while FastPass saves your place in line.

- ; If your party decides to split up, remember to set a meeting place and time. But try not to pick any place too trafficked or it may be difficult to find your party.

- ; Measure your child's height before you arrive at the Park so you know which attractions he or she is able to ride. All height requirements are listed on this Web site.

- ; Study a map of the Park prior to your arrival to become familiar with the location of the attractions you are most interested in.

- ; With so much to see and do at the Walt Disney World Resort, wear casual clothes and comfortable shoes.

 

Typhoon Lagoon Tips

- Don't forget your sunscreen.

- Disposable underwater cameras, which are great for taking pictures on all of the water attractions, are available for purchase at Singapore Sal's near the main entrance.

- There's no need for waterproof watches - you can always check the time on the Park's Clock Tower.

- Bring water shoes when visiting the Water Parks. The ground can get hot and so will your feet.

- Many Disney Cast Members are fluent in more than one language. Their nametags indicate which languages they speak.

- Measure your child's height before you arrive at the Park so you know which attractions he or she is able to ride. All height requirements are listed on this Web site.

- Study a map of the Park prior to your arrival to become familiar with the location of the attractions that interest you most.

- We recommend wearing one-piece swimsuits on the more thrilling attractions, including Humunga Kowabunga at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon and Summit Plummet at Disney's Blizzard Beach. In addition, swim attire with rivets, buckles or exposed metal is not permitted on the attractions.

- Lockers, towels and life vests for children are available for rent. Life vests are provided free of charge for Guests who wish to leave an identification card.

- Arrive early if you wish to secure a lounge chair.

- Learn to surf at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon before the Park opens. Call (407) WDW-PLAY (939-7529) for reservations.

- Disney's Water Parks have quick service restaurants and snack stands with a variety of offerings. There are also picnic areas where you may enjoy your own food, however, please note that no alcoholic beverages or glass containers are permitted.

- Parking and inner tube usage are included with admission in each Water Park.

- When arriving at the Parks, start at the back of the Park and make your way to the front, since the Parks tend to fill up faster in the front.

- Tired of zipping down water slides? Both Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon have "lazy rivers" that circle the entire Park. Hop in and relax.

- During the busy summer months, the best time to visit a Disney Water Park is after 3 pm