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How to Save Time and Enjoy Disney World to the
Fullest This Summer
by Ryan Wiseman

A summer vacation at Disney World brings to mind massive
crowds and waiting in long lines in the sweltering heat,
right? Fortunately, by making preparations, creating a plan
of attack and following the Disney World time-saving tips
below, you and your family can enjoy the ultimate Disney
World vacation getaway.

* Arrive at Disney World early - at least a half hour before it
officially opens - so you can get a jump on the crowds.

* Use Disney World theme park maps and tip boards to
develop a plan in order to visit as many attractions as
possible.

* Don't follow the crowd - Many people will go to the right
and move clockwise throughout Disney World's theme park,
so try going left and moving counterclockwise.

* At Disney's Magic Kingdom, beat the crowds by hopping
aboard the Walt Disney World Railroad, which has train
stations in Frontierland and Mickey's Toontown Fair.

* If you want to experience such immensely popular rides as
Expedition Everest at Disney's Animal Kingdom, Splash
Mountain at Disney's Magic Kingdom, Twilight Zone Tower
of Terror at Disney-MGM Studios or Soarin' at Epcot, make
them your first stop since they tend to draw some of the
longest lines at Disney World.

* If you love a parade, stake out your spot early since they
usually draw crowds. Also, by picking a spot toward the
beginning of the parade, you will get a jump on everyone
else. You will have finished the parade and made it to the
most popular rides while most of the crowd is still watching
the parade.

* Take advantage of Disney's FASTPASS, a free
reservation system that helps you to avoid crowds at the
most popular rides and attractions.

* Avoid driving to or from Disney World on Interstate 4
during rush hour, which usually runs from 7 to 9 AM and 4
to 7 PM.

* Eat a good breakfast before you get to Disney World.
Once there, try to eat lunch a little earlier or later than usual
to avoid crowds (before 12 PM or after 2 PM). Eat while the
restaurants are empty and everyone else is on the rides or
watching a parade.

* If you are planning to dine at one of Disney World's
themed restaurants, make reservations well in advance if
possible. Just call (407) WDW-DINE (939-3463).

* If you think you've had enough and it's time to leave, get
your hand stamped. After a little rest and a shower, you
might feel like returning, especially since it cools off a little
after sunset and the crowds thin out. Most of the Disney
theme parks have a grand finale show such as a big
parade, light show or fireworks.

"In addition to the time-saving tips above, make sure you
purchase discount Disney World theme park tickets in
advance online and avoid long lines at ticket windows, while
enjoying substantial savings in the process," said Kyle
Collins, Director of Interactive Marketing for HotelsCorp.com.

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