Walt Disney World
Four theme parks, two water parks, and dozens of resorts spread across 40 square miles of magic. Here’s everything you need to know — and I’ll handle the planning, free.
The most magical place on earth
Walt Disney World near Orlando is its own world — four distinct theme parks, two water parks, the Disney Springs shopping and dining district, golf, mini-golf and more than 25 Disney resort hotels. It’s huge, it’s wonderful, and it rewards a little planning. That’s where I come in: I match your family to the right parks, resort and ticket so your days feel like magic, not logistics.
Choose your adventure
Each park has its own personality. Most families spend at least one day in each — and I’ll help you decide the order, the must-dos, and where to slow down.
Magic Kingdom
The Disney park of your dreams: Cinderella Castle, classic dark rides, Space Mountain, Pirates, Haunted Mansion and the nighttime fireworks spectacular. The most iconic and the best for first-timers and younger kids.
EPCOT
Two halves: futuristic attractions like Guardians of the Galaxy and Test Track, plus the World Showcase — 11 countries to eat, drink and explore around a lagoon. Home to Disney’s famous food-and-wine and festival seasons.
Hollywood Studios
Step into the movies: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge (with Rise of the Resistance), Toy Story Land, the Tower of Terror and Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster. High-energy and a favourite for fans and thrill-seekers.
Animal Kingdom
Part theme park, part zoo, all adventure: Pandora – The World of Avatar (Flight of Passage), the Kilimanjaro Safari, Expedition Everest and lush, immersive landscapes. The most beautiful park to simply wander.
Two water parks
Typhoon Lagoon
A laid-back tropical theme with one of the largest wave pools in North America, a lazy river and family raft rides. Perfect for a relaxed in-between day.
Blizzard Beach
A whimsical “melting ski resort” with steep, fast slides for thrill-seekers plus gentler areas for little ones. Pick the one that matches your crew’s energy.
Disney resort hotels
Staying “on property” comes with real perks: Early Theme Park Entry (30 minutes before everyone else) every day, complimentary Disney transportation, and total theme-park immersion from the moment you wake up. Resorts come in four tiers:
Value
Big, colourful, fun-themed resorts (think giant cartoon icons). Great for families who’ll spend most of their time in the parks.
Moderate
More relaxed theming, larger pools and table-service dining — the sweet spot of comfort and price for many families.
Deluxe
The best theming and locations — some within walking distance or a monorail ride of the parks. Beautiful pools and signature restaurants.
Deluxe Villas
Studios up to multi-bedroom villas with kitchens and laundry — ideal for larger families or longer stays who want space and home comforts.
Tickets & passes, simplified
The basics
- Date-based tickets — price varies by date; longer trips cost less per day.
- Park Hopper — add-on to visit more than one park in a day.
- Water Park & Sports — optional add-on for the water parks & mini-golf.
Worth knowing
- Lightning Lane — Disney’s paid skip-the-line options to save time on big rides.
- Memory Maker — buy all your Disney PhotoPass photos in one package.
- My Disney Experience app — your trip’s command centre for plans, mobile food orders & more.
Dining at Disney
Quick & table service
From grab-and-go counter spots to relaxed sit-down restaurants, the parks and resorts have hundreds of options. Mobile order through the app saves real time on busy days.
Character dining
Meet Mickey and friends while you eat — magical for kids and a guaranteed photo win. These book up fast, so reserve early (up to 60 days ahead). I’ll grab the hard-to-get ones for you.
Getting there & getting around
Fly into Orlando International (MCO), about 30 minutes from the resort. Once you’re there, Disney’s free transport network connects everything:
- Monorail — the iconic ride linking Magic Kingdom, EPCOT and several deluxe resorts.
- Disney Skyliner — gondolas gliding between EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and select resorts.
- Buses & boats — complimentary service connecting every resort and park.
When to go
There’s no bad time — only trade-offs. Cooler, less-busy windows tend to fall in late winter and parts of fall; summer and holidays are warmest and busiest. Tell me your school calendar and budget, and I’ll point you to the dates that give you the best weather, value and crowds.
A few of my favourites
- Arrive at rope drop — the first hour is the quietest of the day.
- Build in rest. Afternoon pool breaks save tired feet and tempers.
- Download My Disney Experience before you go and link your plans.
Disney is my specialty — and I’m free to use
Planning Disney is a lot. I do it for you — at no extra cost compared to booking yourself.
Start your free Disney quote
Tell me your dates, your crew and your budget — I’ll build options and handle the rest.