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8 Mistakes That Can Make or Break Your Disney World Vacation

In order to make the most of your trip to Disney World, ensure that these mistakes are not made.

Laney Butts

Oct 08, 2019

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8 Mistakes That Can Make or Break Your Disney World Vacation

Here is a list of things Disney-goers always do wrong, according to Fairy Tale Concierge Taylor Hart.

Go in without a plan.

In case you didn't know, Disney World is ALWAYS busy. Many people waste a lot of time in long lines that could have been avoided. Prior to your trip, you need to make a day-by-day itinerary of your plan to have an idea of where you need to be and at what time. Trust me, my family and I have mastered the art of Disney planning, and an itinerary is mandatory.

Over-planning.

You always need to make room in your itinerary for anything and everything. Disney World has so much to offer, but over-planning your trip doesn't leave much room to let the magic happen. Your itinerary needs to be flexible enough to change in the case of unexpected events, like impromptu pictures with Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story Land!

Mistaking Disney World for Universal.

This is a Rookie mistake. Just because Disney World and Universal are both located in Orlando, does not make them related in any way. These are two separate parks under two different companies. You will not find Harry Potter world in Disney. I repeat, you will not find Harry Potter world in Disney!! Do your research and make sure your Disney World itinerary doesn't include a surprise visit to Islands of Adventure park. You won't find it on your map.

Thinking that Fastpasses cost money.

Fastpasses are the best way to skip all those long lines. So many families go to Disney World without fastpasses because they think they cost extra, but thank you Disney for making something free for us. Pick the rides that are most important to you, and set your alarms for when they become available because they will run out fast!

Staying off property.

If you are doing other activities in Orlando besides Disney, staying off property is fine. However, if your family is going solely on a Disney trip, you want to stay on Disney property. The perks are worth it. Staying on Disney property gives you and your family extra magic hours, and these extra hours are crucial in making the most of your Disney experience. Schedule your itinerary to go to a park on the day of its extra magic hours. This will allow you to enter the park early or stay late. Staying on property also allows you first access to fastpasses, complimentary transportation, and complimentary magic bands.

Not realizing what the entertainment resorts have to offer.

Picking a resort to stay at can be a difficult decision because there are so many options. If you know your family likes to have downtime at the hotel, pick a resort that has a lot to offer (which most of them do). Your kids can watch movies under the stars, Sing-a-long with Chip and Dale at the Grand Floridian, take hula lessons at the Polynesian, or attend the Princess Promenade and waltz with Cinderella and Prince Charming (pictured above). The options are literally endless.

Thinking Disney World is just for kids.

Disney World is the most magical place for everyone, not just kids. There are plenty of adult-only activities for those who want to leave the kids at home. Drinking around the world in Epcot allows you to try drinks native to Norway, Germany, Spain, Morocco, and more, all year long. Epcot also holds a Food and Wine Festival each year for a two month period. There are also many nighttime activities. Jelly Rolls, the popular piano bar in Disney Springs, has two live pianists battling it out on stage. Trader Sam's Grog Grotto at the Polynesian Resort is a tiki bar that immerses you in the seas with its hand-crafted drinks and fun surprises.

Spending too much time at significant dining locations.

Disney World offers a plethora of fine-dining, 5-star restaurants that will never disappoint. However, limit your schedule to only include 1 or 2 of these restaurants, so you and your family don't miss too much park time. You'll find that scheduling too many sit-down restaurants will take time away from all the magic, and that it's not worth it.

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8 Mistakes That Can Make or Break Your Disney World Vacation

In order to make the most of your trip to Disney World, ensure that these mistakes are not made.

Go in without a plan.

Over-planning.

Mistaking Disney World for Universal.

Thinking that Fastpasses cost money.

Staying off property.

Not realizing what the entertainment resorts have to offer.

Thinking Disney World is just for kids.

Spending too much time at significant dining locations.

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

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Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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