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The Top 6 Ways The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids Can Help You Have the Perfect Trip: Comments and tips on Walt Disney World from surveys of more than 12,500 families Advice on how to prepare mentally, physically, and logistically for your ideal Walt Disney World vacation Information on which attractions frighten kids and why When to go, where to stay, and how to beat the crowds Field tested touring plans that can save you up to four hours of waiting in line. How to keep your family happy on vacation and how to return home rested and relaxed

List of Maps
Acknowledgments
Introduction
How Come "Unofficial"?
Declaration of Independence
Your Unofficial Walt Disney World Toolbox
The Music of Life
Your Personal Trainers
About This Guide
The Sum of All Fears
Letters and Comments from Readers
Reader Surveys
A Quick Tour of a Big World
The Major Theme Parks
The Water Theme Parks
Other Walt Disney World Venues
DisneySpeak Pocket Translator
Basic Considerations
Is Walt Disney World for You?
Different Folks, Different Strokes
The Nature of the Beast
Know Thyself and Nothing to Excess
The Age Thing
About Inviting Your Children's Friends
A Few Words for Single Parents
"He Who Hesitates Is Launched!" Tips and Warnings for Grandparents
Order and Discipline on the Road
Six More Tips
Getting Your Act Together
Gathering Information
PassPorter's Guide
Walt Disney World on the Web
Going High-tech with Liliane
Important Walt Disney World Phone Numbers
Allocating Time
When To Go to Walt Disney World
Holidays and Special Events at Walt Disney World
High-low, High-low, It's Off to Disney We Go
Planning Your Walt Disney World Vacation Budget
Walt Disney World Admission Options
Help Is on the Way!
Magic Your Way
Base-Ticket Add-On Options
Diz Spin
A Cloud Is Just a Cloud
Big Brother Is Watching
How To Get the Most from Magic Your Way
Gotcha!
Where To Purchase Magic Your Way Tickets
How Much Does It Cost Per Day?
Babysitting
Special Programs for Children
Birthdays and Special Occasions
Where To Stay
Some Basic Considerations
Cost
Location and Transportation Options
Commuting to and from the Theme Parks
Dining
The Size of Your Group
Staying in or out of the World: Weighing the Pros and Cons
Walt Disney World Lodging
Benefits of Staying in Walt Disney World
Walt Disney World Hotels: Strengths and Weaknesses for Families
Magic Kingdom Resorts
Epcot Resorts
Bonnet Creek/Downtown Disney Area Resorts
Animal Kingdom Resorts
Hotel Information Chart
Independent Hotels of the Downtown Disney Resort Area
How To Get Discounts on Lodging at Walt Disney World
Lodging Outside Walt Disney World
Selecting and Booking a Hotel Outside Walt Disney World
The Best Hotels for Families Outside Walt Disney World
Getting a Good Deal on a Room Outside Walt Disney World
Condominiums and Vacation Homes
How To Childproof a Hotel Room
Dining
Eating Outside Walt Disney World
Buffets and Meal Deals Outside Walt Disney World
Where To Eat Outside Walt Disney World
Dining in Walt Disney World
Disney Dining 101
Advance Reservations: What's in a Name?
Getting Your Act Together
Dress
Smoking
Food Allergies and Special Requests
A Few Caveats
Walt Disney World Restaurant Categories
Walt Disney World Buffets And Family-Style Restaurants
The Top 10 Snacks At Walt Disney World
Hard Choices
Fast Food in the Theme Parks
Disney Dining Suggestions
Readers' Comments About Walt Disney World Dining
Counter-service Restaurant Mini-profiles
Disney's Full-service Restaurants: A Quick Romp Around the World
Magic Your Way Dining Plan
Number Crunching
Throw Me a Line!
Purchasing Room-only Plus Passes versus a Package
Character Dining
Walt Disney World Restaurants: Rated and Ranked
Walt Disney World Restaurants By Cuisine
Disney Boot Camp: Basic Training for World-bound Families
The Brutal Truth about Family Vacations
Mental and Emotional Preparation
Division of Labor
Togetherness
Lighten Up
Something for Everyone
Whose Idea Was This, Anyway?
Disney, Kids, and Scary Stuff
Small-Child Fright-Potential Chart
A Magical Time for Mom and Dad
Preparing Your Children To Meet the Characters
Role-Playing
Physical Preparation
The Agony of the Feet
Sleep, Rest, and Relaxation
Developing a Good Plan
The Great Walt Disney World Expedition
Logistic Preparation
Clothing
Accessories
Miscellaneous Items
Supplies for Infants and Toddlers
Tips for Pregnant Mothers
Remembering Your Trip
How To Have Fun Before and After Your Visit-or the Things Bob Would Never Do
Trial Run
Get in the Boat, Men!
Ready, Set, Tour! Some Touring Considerations
How Much Time Is Required To See Each Park?
Which Park To See First?
Operating Hours
Official Opening Versus Real Opening
The Rules
Your Daily Itinerary
Touring Plans
How To Find the Touring Plan That's Best for You
Fastpass
A Word about Disney Thrill Rides
A Word about Height Requirements
Waiting-line Strategies for Adults with Young Children
Attractions And Ride Restrictions
Character Analysis
Character Watching
Character Dining: What To Expect
Character-Meal Hit Parade
Getting an Advance Reservation at Cinderella's Royal Table
Other Character Events
Strollers
When Kids Get Lost
Liliane's Tips for Keeping Track of Your Brood
The Magic Kingdom
Main Street, U.S.A
Adventureland
Frontierland
Liberty Square
Fantasyland
Mickey's Toontown Fair
Tomorrowland
Live Entertainment and Parades in the Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom Touring Plans
Magic Kingdom Trivia Quiz
Epcot
Kidcot Fun Stops
Future World
World Showcase
Live Entertainment at Epcot
Epcot Touring Plans
Epcot Trivia Quiz
Animal Kingdom
The Oasis
Discovery Island
Camp Minnie-Mickey
Africa
Asia
DinoLand U.S.A
Live Entertainment at Animal Kingdom
Animal Kingdom Touring Plans
Disney's Animal Kingdom Trivia Quiz
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Live Entertainment at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Disney's Hollywood Studios Touring Plans
Disney's Hollywood Studios Trivia Quiz
Universal Orlando and SeaWorld
Universal Orlando
Universal Studios Florida
Disney's Hollywood Studios versus Universal Studios Florida
Universal Studios Florida Attractions
Live Entertainment at Universal Studios
Universal Studios Florida Touring Plan
Universal's Islands of Adventure
Islands of Adventure Attractions
Islands of Adventure Touring Plan
SeaWorld
The Rest of the World
The Water Theme Parks
Wet 'N Wild
Aquatica by SeaWorld
Downtown Disney
The Best of the Rest
Indexes
Clip-out Touring Plans
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