Disney. The most magical place on earth. The inner child in us screams every time we think about the hundreds of movies, toys, and most definitely the theme parks. A trip to Walt Disney World is a must for any Disney fan, and there are just some restaurants, rides, and attractions that rise above the rest. So here are just a few of my favorites:
**(I have only been to Disneyland once, so that is why I am only focusing on Disney World)
1. Every parade is a must
My absolute favorite is the Festival of Fantasy Parade in Magic Kingdom, and a close second would be the Main Street electrical Parade also in Magic Kingdom. It's the best way to see a ton of characters, and the best way to relax after trying to get on every ride for the past few hours.
2. Kidcot
Located in Epcot, these are small stations that are found in every country of the World Showcase. At these stations, kids normally stop to color and do other fun things. Well, I never grew out of this, so to this day, I bring a notebook with me and have someone from each country stamp it and write a note. One of my favorites would have to be when I stop at the Morocco Pavilion and have my name written in Arabic in my book.
3. Eat around the world in Epcot
Experiencing the different cultures of the world through food is incredible. Plus the staff in each country are amazing.
4. Have at least one character dining experience
Character dining is adorable, especially if you have younger kids. Also, you won't have to wait in extremely long lines in the heat to meet these characters.
5. Cinderella's castle
It's hard to miss this one, but as you walk through the castle, there are beautiful mosaics covering its walls, and they are my favorite.
6. Mexico pavilion at Epcot
Inside this pavilion, there is a full boat ride and restaurant that overlooks a temple and the ride itself.
7. The Garden Grill restaurant in Epcot
A circular restaurant that actually rotates as you eat and also overlooks the Living with the Land ride.
8. Eat on the Tomorrowland Terrace in Magic Kingdom
Make a reservation for the same time as the fireworks, and you will have a great view right from your dessert table.
9. The Festival of the Lion King show in Animal Kingdom
One of my favorite shows of all time. It is so much fun, and they make sure to include the audience.
10. Magic Kingdom rides
I didn't want to list these all individually because they would take way too long. So in Magic Kingdom these are my favorite rides: Splash Mountain, Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Space Mountain, 7 Dwarves Mine Train, Dumbo the Flying Elephant, Jungle Cruise, Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin, Haunted Mansion, Pirates of the Caribbean, Peter Pan's Flight and The Little Mermaid.
11. Animal Kingdom rides
Everest, Dinosaur, Kilimanjaro Safaris, and Kali River Rapids.
12. Hollywood Studios rides
Rockin' Roller Coaster, Tower of Terror, Toy Story Midway Mania, and Star Tours.
13. Epcot rides
Test Track, Soarin', Mission Space, The Seas with Nemo and Friends, and Spaceship Earth.
14. All the fireworks displays in each park
There are fireworks in Magic Kingdom, Epcot, and Hollywood studios, and each are equally as amazing.
15. Fantasmic!
A water and fireworks show featuring many Disney characters that is incredible.
16. The light show on Cinderella's castle in Magic Kingdom.
Enough said.
17. Restaurants
These are my top picks for restaurants out of all the parks (I have not eaten at every restaurant in Disney World so I may have missed some good ones): Akershus, Be Our Guest, Boma, California Grill, Chef Mickey's, Cinderella's Royal Table, Friar's Nook, Hollywood Brown Derby, San Angel Inn, Le Cellier Steakhouse, Liberty Tree Tavern, T-REX, and Tusker House.
