The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World 2003

by Sehlinger, Bob

• ISBN13: 9780764566042
• ISBN10: 0764566040
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-08-01
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Summary

The Unofficial Guides? are the "Consumer Reports" of travel guides, offering candid evaluations of their destinations2 attractions, hotels, restaurants, shopping, nightlife, sports, and more, all rated and ranked by a team of unbiased inspectors so even the most compulsive planners can be sure they2re spending their time and money wisely. Each guide addresses the needs of everyone from families to business travelers, with handy charts that demonstrate how each place stacks up against the competition. Plus, all the details are pulled out so they2re extremely easy to scan. This annually updated blockbuster is everyone2s favorite insider guide to the ins and outs of Orlando, one of the most-visited destinations in the U.S. Our team of anonymous inspectors has checked out every inch of the Disney parks, and they2ve been completely honest and objective in their evaluations of every ride, show, hotel, and restaurant. With the Unofficial Guide in hand, readers know they2re maximizing their time, enjoying all the fun, and getting their money2s worth. The Unofficial Guide? to Walt Disney World? also includes: Every attraction rated and ranked for each age group, based on interviews and surveys of more than 18,000 families When to go and how to avoid the crowds: The best times of year and the best days of the week Field-tested touring itineraries for each park, including Sea World and Universal2s Islands of Adventure -- for families, couples, honeymooners, and singles All the area hotels rated and ranked for value and quality of rooms, plus reviews of all the Disney restaurants How to find and meet the Disney characters Other Unofficial Guides? to Disney and the rest of the central Florida parks include The Unofficial Guide? to Walt Disney World? for Grown-Ups, The Unofficial Guide? to Walt Disney World? with Kids, Mini Mickey, Inside Disney: The Incredible Story of Walt Disney World? and the Man Behind the Mouse, and Beyond Disney: The Unofficial Guide to Universal, Sea World, and the Best of Central Florida.

Table of Contents

List of Maps.

Acknowledgments.

Introduction.

How Come ""Unofficial""?

Walt Disney World: An Overview.

Part One: Planning before You Leave Home.

Gathering Information.

When to Go to Walt Disney World.

Part Two: Making the Most of Your Time and Money.