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The Unofficial Guide Walt Disney World 2012
ویرایش: 7
نویسندگان: Bob Sehlinger. Len Testa
سری: Unofficial Guides 283
ISBN (شابک) : 111801233X, 9781118012338
ناشر: Wiley
سال نشر: 2011
تعداد صفحات: 867
زبان: English
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This best selling and definitive guide to Disney World is bigger and better than ever!Exhaustively researched and packed with insider advice that will save you both time and moneyTried and tested touring plans that save as much as four hours of standing in line in a single dayTips, advice, and opinions from hundreds of Walt Disney World guests in their own wordsAlmost 250 hotels rated and ranked for quality and value, including the top non-Disney hotels for familiesA complete Dining Guide with ratings and reviews of all Walt Disney World restaurants, plus extensive alternatives for dining deals outside the WorldEvery attraction rated and ranked for each age group. Coverage of the Wizarding World of Harry Potter including best times to beat the crowds, the best places to buy Butterbeer, and the scoop on all the shops in the village of Hogsmeade.Walt Disney World Resort theme parks are rated best in the world. earning high marks for things outside of the traditional theme park experience. Epcot's International Food & Wine Festival, which takes place for six weeks every fall and showcases food from twenty-five countries, was rated by Forbes Traveler as one of the Best U.S. Food and Wine Festivals.In 2011, Disney not only launched its new cruise ship, the Disney Dream, it also announced plans of a complete overhaul of Pleasure Island set to begin construction and reopen as Hyperion Wharf Q&A with Author Bob Sehlinger Author Bob Sehlinger Do you need a car at Walt Disney World? I prefer to have a car. The Disney Transportation System is very efficient, but with the exception of commuting to the Magic Kingdom, driving your own car is usually faster. Plus, having your own car makes it easier to dine outside WDW where restaurants are less expensive. We've documented that the bucks you save eating outside the World will more than pay for the rental car. Also, having a car allows you to visit other area theme parks like Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and SeaWorld. Where can you find crowd estimates for the days of your visit? The website for The Unofficial Guide To Walt Disney World is touringplans.com. For a small subscription fee you can access our Crowd Calendar that is updated daily, and projects crowd levels for all four Disney parks for every day of the year. The calendar also specifies which park will be least crowded for a particular day. We used to publish the Crowd Calendar in the guidebook until it became apparent that to be accurate it required updating every day. What's the best Disney park to visit on a really crowded day? While there are a couple of exceptions relating to unusual circumstances, Epcot is the go-to park for holidays and other periods of extremely heavy attendance? Epcot is large, spread out, and open with plenty of elbowroom. Additionally, most Epcot attractions are engineered to accommodate more guests per day than attractions in the other parks. If you have to take your Disney vacation in the summer, is one time less crowded than another? Because most families take a couple weeks to get into their summer routine after school lets out, and another week or two to prepare for returning to school, late May, early June, and the last two weeks of August are the least crowded. The school year in Florida starts a week or more earlier than in most of the rest of the country. Consequently, comparatively few locals visit the theme parks on weekdays. Do hotels outside Walt Disney World provide free transportation service to the parks? Many do, but the shuttles don't run as often as those serving Disney hotels. What's more, non-Disney shuttles usually do not have the ability to increase carrying capacity during the busiest hours in the morning and at park closing. Though some shuttles serve only one hotel, others provide service to several hotels making for a long and potentially crowded commute. What is Downtown Disney? Located on the north side of WDW, Downtown Disney is a shopping, recreational, dining, and entertainment complex arrayed around Lake Buena Vista. Divided into three contiguous areas: Disney Marketplace, Hyperion Wharf (formerly the Pleasure Island nightclub complex), and the West Side. While the Marketplace is Disney World’s shopping Shangri-La, the West side offers a 24-screen AMC movie theater and is home to Cirque du Soleil’s La Nouba. Also on the West Side is DisneyQuest, a sophisticated electronic games arcade frequently referred to as “a theme park in a box.” Hyperion Wharf is a venue in the making that may become Hyperbole Wharf, Wishful Wharf, or any of a dozen other things as Disney laboriously ponders its options. What is the best Disney World restaurant for a quiet romantic meal? Our experience and that of our readers indicate that quiet romantic meals are few and far between at WDW. Children are the rule rather than the exception at WDW's better restaurants, and readers attest to the presence of kids at all hours of the evening. Often, the later the hour, the crankier the children. Pressed to offer a suggestion, however, I would recommend Citricos at the Grand Floridian Hotel and Spa. The food is excellent and the subdued atmosphere tends to attract fewer families than other Disney dining venues. What's available for adults in the way of nightlife at Walt Disney World? With the former nightspots at Pleasure Island shuttered, what remains is an Irish Pub and the House Of Blues, both offering live music at Downtown Disney. Overt at Disney's Boardwalk there’s a dueling piano bar and a dance club. At the Swan Resort, there's Kimonos, a Japanese sushi and tempura restaurant that hosts karaoke after 9 p.m. Rounding out the roster at the Coronado Springs Resort is Rix Lounge, a Vegas-ultra lounge clone that seems to come to life only when there’s a big convention at the hotel. What's the best time of year to go to Walt Disney World? If your children are pre-school age go in the off-season, preferably in November before Thanksgiving or in early to mid-December before Christmas. The crowds are comparatively light, the weather is usually warm and sunny, and the theme parks sparkle in their Christmas regalia. If you have school age kids your best bets for avoiding huge crowds are early June as soon as school is out or late August just before classes resume. How old should a child be to go Walt Disney World? Just about any age can be rewarding as long as you're practical and realistic. Children three years and younger will respond to the color and festivity and you’ll bring home some really sweet pictures of the kids on Dumbo, but they won't remember a lot about their experience. And our research has documented that kids up to age 7 or 8 cite swimming in the hotel pool as their favorite thing on a Walt Disney World vacation. If your objective is to spend most of your time in the theme parks wait until your children at least a mature seven or eight. What are some considerations concerning selecting a hotel? Selecting a hotel can be tricky with over 220 hotels in the area to choose from. Perks like extra hours in the theme parks, free parking, and use of the Disney transportation system come with staying in a Disney hotel, but comfortable, clean hotels outside the World can be had for a fraction of the price. Kayak.com, a travel search engine will tell you which Internet travel seller has the best price for any hotel you are interested in. After finding the best Internet rate, call the hotel itself (not the national reservation number) to ask about specials. About 25% of the time the hotel will beat the best Internet rate available. Inquire about the age of the hotel and when the guestrooms were last refurbished. Also consider a vacation home rental. These offer exceptional room and amenities at a fraction of what comparable quality in a hotel room would cost. Finally, because Walt Disney World is so large, be aware that some hotels and vacation homes outside of the World are actually closer to the theme parks than several on-site Disney resorts. How can you save money on food and dining? Disney World restaurants are typically expensive so economizing on meals is much easier if you stay and eat outside Walt Disney World. Free coupon books abound outside of Walt Disney World and can save a considerable sum. Whether you lodge in or out of the World it's a good idea, not to mention a time saver, to buy a cheap cooler and breakfast staples so that you can have breakfast in your hotel room. What type of admission is best? Depends. Disney theme park admissions start with a Base Ticket or “Starter Pass.” Features such as visiting more than one park in a day (park hopping), a no expiration option, and the inclusion of minor theme parks and attractions admission can be added to the Base Ticket on an a' la carte basis at additional cost. The objective is to purchase exactly what you need, no more, no less. The Website TouringPlans.com has a nifty free program that will tell you, after answering a few basic questions about your itinerary, what the best admission option is for you. What's the best way to avoid the long lines? For starters, try to visit during a slower time of year. Secondly, arrive before the park opens, admission in hand. Third, have a plan. The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World offers scientifically derived, field-tested touring plans for each of the theme parks that can save you 4 1/2 hours of standing in line on a day of average to high attendance! The research behind the touring plans has been the subject of features in the New York Times, the Dallas Morning News, and in numerous academic journals. What are your five most important tips for having a successful Disney vacation? 1. Prepare physically. You’ll walk as much as 8-12 miles in a day. Start your family on a walking regimen months in advance to build endurance. 2. Don't overload your agenda. Less is more at Walt Disney World. Better to devour Disney World a bite at a time with plenty of rest and relaxation in between. 3. Resign yourself to not being able to see everything in one visit. 4. Have a plan but don't over plan. It’s about having fun, not sticking rigidly to an itinerary. Allow for spontaneity. 5. Anticipate surprises both good and bad. Stay loose, roll with the punches, and maintain a good sense of humor.
فهرست مطالب
Unofficial Guide Walt Disney World 2012......Page 1
CONTENTS......Page 7
LIST OF MAPS & DIAGRAMS......Page 11
WHY “UNOFFICIAL”?......Page 13
WALT DISNEY WORLD: AN OVERVIEW......Page 26
GATHERING INFORMATION......Page 34
WHEN TO GO TO WALT DISNEY WORLD......Page 42
ALLOCATING MONEY......Page 56
ALLOCATING TIME......Page 66
UNDERSTANDING WALT DISNEY WORLD ATTRACTIONS......Page 95
THE BASIC CONSIDERATIONS......Page 108
THE DISNEY RESORTS......Page 112
WALT DISNEY WORLD HOTEL PROFILES......Page 145
HOW TO EVALUATE A WALT DISNEY WORLD TRAVEL PACKAGE......Page 216
HOTELS OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD......Page 230
HOTELS AND MOTELS: RATED AND RANKED......Page 257
PART FOUR: SERENITY NOW! A LOOK AT DISNEY-AREA SPAS......Page 287
SPA PROFILES......Page 288
THE MOUSE AT SEA......Page 293
THE SHIPS......Page 296
SERVICES AND AMENITIES......Page 298
CASTAWAY CAY......Page 303
DISNEY CRUISE LINE AND THE ECONOMY......Page 304
A FEW TIPS......Page 306
THE ECSTASY AND THE AGONY......Page 307
LOST CHILDREN......Page 326
DISNEY, KIDS, AND SCARY STUFF......Page 329
WAITING-LINE STRATEGIES FOR ADULTS WITH YOUNG CHILDREN......Page 340
THE DISNEY CHARACTERS......Page 344
CHARACTER DINING......Page 350
BABYSITTING......Page 357
SPECIAL PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN......Page 358
BIRTHDAYS AND SPECIAL OCCASIONS......Page 360
WALT DISNEY WORLD FOR COUPLES......Page 361
WALT DISNEY WORLD “AT LARGE”......Page 364
WALT DISNEY WORLD FOR EXPECTANT MOTHERS......Page 365
WALT DISNEY WORLD FOR SENIORS......Page 367
WALT DISNEY WORLD FOR GUESTS WITH DISABILITIES......Page 369
GETTING THERE......Page 375
GETTING ORIENTED......Page 388
HOW TO TRAVEL AROUND THE WORLD (OR THE REAL MR. TOAD'S WILD RIDE)......Page 389
CREDIT CARDS AND MONEY......Page 408
PROBLEMS AND UNUSUAL SITUATIONS......Page 409
SERVICES......Page 414
DINING OUTSIDE WALT DISNEY WORLD......Page 418
DINING IN WALT DISNEY WORLD......Page 426
DISNEY DINING 101......Page 427
DISNEY DINING SUGGESTIONS......Page 443
COUNTER-SERVICE RESTAURANT MINI-PROFILES......Page 454
WALT DISNEY WORLD RESTAURANTS: RATED AND RANKED......Page 463
FULL-SERVICE RESTAURANT PROFILES......Page 464
ARRIVING......Page 511
GETTING ORIENTED......Page 514
STARTING THE TOUR......Page 515
MAIN STREET, U.S.A.......Page 516
ADVENTURELAND......Page 517
FRONTIERLAND......Page 520
LIBERTY SQUARE......Page 525
FANTASYLAND......Page 528
TOMORROWLAND......Page 536
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT IN THE MAGIC KINGDOM......Page 543
PARADES......Page 546
TRAFFIC PATTERNS IN THE MAGIC KINGDOM......Page 551
MAGIC KINGDOM TOURING PLANS......Page 553
PART TWELVE: EPCOT......Page 559
GETTING ORIENTED......Page 562
FUTURE WORLD......Page 563
WORLD SHOWCASE......Page 577
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT IN EPCOT......Page 587
TRAFFIC PATTERNS IN EPCOT......Page 592
EPCOT TOURING PLANS......Page 593
PART THIRTEEN: DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM......Page 596
ARRIVING......Page 601
GETTING ORIENTED......Page 602
DISCOVERY ISLAND......Page 603
CAMP MINNIE-MICKEY......Page 605
AFRICA......Page 607
ASIA......Page 611
DINOLAND U.S.A.......Page 616
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT IN DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM......Page 621
TRAFFIC PATTERNS IN DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM......Page 622
DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM TOURING PLAN......Page 623
DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS VERSUS UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA......Page 625
DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS......Page 630
DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS ATTRACTIONS......Page 632
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS......Page 652
DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS TOURING PLAN......Page 653
UNIVERSAL ORLANDO......Page 654
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA......Page 663
UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA ATTRACTIONS......Page 667
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA......Page 681
UNIVERSAL’S ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE......Page 682
GETTING ORIENTED AT UNIVERSAL’S ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE......Page 686
UNIVERSAL’S ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE ATTRACTIONS......Page 687
UNIVERSAL’S ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE TOURING PLAN......Page 708
SEAWORLD......Page 710
MULTIPARK TOURS......Page 714
BEHIND THE SCENES AT EPCOT......Page 715
BEHIND THE SCENES AT DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM......Page 718
YOU’RE SOAKING IN IT!......Page 719
BLIZZARD BEACH......Page 720
TYPHOON LAGOON......Page 722
WET ’N WILD......Page 726
AQUATICA BY SEAWORLD......Page 729
TYPHOON LAGOON VERSUS BLIZZARD BEACH......Page 731
WHEN TO GO......Page 732
PLANNING YOUR DAY AT DISNEY WATER PARKS......Page 733
WATER-PARK TOURING PLANS......Page 737
DOWNTOWN DISNEY......Page 738
WALT DISNEY WORLD SPEEDWAY......Page 742
WALT DISNEY WORLD GOLF......Page 743
GOLF BEYOND WALT DISNEY WORLD......Page 746
MINIATURE GOLF......Page 755
HEY, BIG SPENDER......Page 756
SHOPPING IN WALT DISNEY WORLD......Page 760
SHOPPING BEYOND WALT DISNEY WORLD......Page 772
WALT DISNEY WORLD AT NIGHT......Page 776
UNIVERSAL CITYWALK......Page 783
READERS’ QUESTIONS TO THE AUTHORS......Page 784
READERS’ COMMENTS......Page 786
ACCOMMODATIONS INDEX......Page 788
RESTAURANT INDEX......Page 795
SUBJECT INDEX......Page 799
TOURING PLANS......Page 826
CLIP-OUT TOURING PLAN COMPANION......Page 853
2012 UNOFFICIAL GUIDE READER SURVEY......Page 861
WALT DISNEY WORLD RESTAURANT SURVEY......Page 863
