{"id":59576,"date":"2018-02-28T08:00:40","date_gmt":"2018-02-28T13:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/?p=59576"},"modified":"2018-02-23T16:16:40","modified_gmt":"2018-02-23T21:16:40","slug":"5-mistakes-avoid-walt-disney-world","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.themouseforless.com\/blog_world\/5-mistakes-avoid-walt-disney-world\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Mistakes You Want to Avoid"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Ever leave a Walt Disney World vacation feeling more stressed and tired than you did when you arrived? \u00a0Planning a trip to Walt Disney World and not sure where to start? \u00a0Here are five mistakes you want to avoid when planning your trip or while on your trip as well as tips on how to avoid them.<\/p>\n

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  1. Schedules<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    One of the top things to know about Walt Disney World is scheduling. \u00a0It is important to be aware of when parks open, close, and when special events are happening throughout the parks. \u00a0Be aware of what holidays or events might be happening during your trip. \u00a0Knowing this information will help you prepare for crowds as well as prevent any surprises when in the park.\u00a0 So how do you do this? \u00a0MyDisneyExperience<\/a> is a great resource to help you stay up to date on information as it \u00a0happens. \u00a0This app will allow you to have information at your fingertips. \u00a0Other sites such as The Mouse for Less<\/a>\u00a0also keep updated information regarding special events happening throughout Disney.<\/p>\n

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    1. \u00a0FastPass+<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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      It is great to have FastPass+ reservations<\/a>, but not all FastPass+ reservations are created equal. \u00a0When making these reservations, make sure you book them as soon as possible. \u00a0For those staying on property this means at your 60 day mark. \u00a0For those off property, this means at the 30 day mark. \u00a0Next, make sure you make reservations for those hard to get rides not just any rides. \u00a0Flight of Passage, Frozen Ever After, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train are all examples of rides whose FastPasses go quickly. \u00a0If you want to prevent long wait times when in the parks, you will want to snag these at the 60 day mark. \u00a0Next, try to make your reservations for peak wait times to get the most bang for your buck. \u00a0Wait times will be the longest in the parks from that 12-4 time period so if you plan to be in the parks during those hours, use those FastPasses during that time to prevent long waits.<\/p>\n\n

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      1. \u00a0Too Much of a Plan<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        I love to plan for our Walt Disney World vacations. \u00a0I am a laminated spreadsheet type of planner, but to be honest, those plans are usually left in the bag when we get there. \u00a0Although having a plan is important, planning too much or not allowing for flexibility in your plan can and probably will lead to stress. \u00a0 Don’t miss out of the fun and magic because you are glued to your phone or to the schedule.<\/p>\n

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        Have those dining plans and FastPasses scheduled and then give yourself some flexibility in your plans. \u00a0This will allow you to take breaks when needed, breathe and take in the magic. \u00a0Sometimes the best parts of the trips are those things you can\u2019t plan and schedule. \u00a0I remember our first year going, our kids loved the castle show and we watched it three to four times. \u00a0This wasn\u2019t something I planned in our schedule because we had places to go and rides to be on, but the joy it brought to them was worth every minute we sat there together.<\/p>\n

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        1. \u00a0Not enough planning<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          I know I just said too much planning is something you want to avoid, but so in under planning. \u00a0As Disney becomes bigger and more crowded each year, you need to have some planning done before going. \u00a0Gone are the days when you can just show up at 9:00 a.m. and walk onto rides or walk into the castle to eat. \u00a0This doesn\u2019t mean your trip can\u2019t have down time or choices, but it does mean that you need to take the time to think about which parks you want to go to each day as well as where you might want to eat and what you might want to ride. \u00a0Having these decisions made prior to going allows your vacation to be more stress free as the basics are taken care of ahead of time.<\/p>\n

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          1. \u00a0Missing the Magic<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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            This is something I am constantly working on while on our Disney vacations. \u00a0Because I am a planner, I often find myself thinking of the next step instead of enjoying the moment we are in. \u00a0This is your time to act like a kid and enjoy every moment with your family and traveling party. \u00a0Put down the phone. \u00a0Turn off those notifications. \u00a0Giggle. \u00a0Laugh. \u00a0Scream. \u00a0Enjoy every minute while you are in the most magical place on Earth. \u00a0Dance, sing and have a great time. \u00a0Reality will come too soon so forget about it while you can.<\/p>\n

            I am still working on these mistakes each and every trip we go. \u00a0Each time I get a little better in one of the areas, but I am still working on them. \u00a0Bonus– I didn\u2019t laminate my plans last time!! \u00a0Walt Disney World is a great vacation and should bring you joy and happiness not leave you stressed and upset. \u00a0Make sure to avoid these mistakes and you will be closer to that magical trip of your dreams.<\/p>\n

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