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Disney World Recs for the Most Magical Vacation!
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items My favorite spots in Walt Disney World in Orlando, FL! The best (in my opinion) rides, eats, and shops. I’ll always be adding new places I think of as my trips get closer.
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Disney Springs
Animal Kingdom
Magic Kingdom
EPCOT
Hollywood Studios
Art of Animation Resort
Disney Springs
Delicious BBQ in Disney Springs. We usually stop here to eat on arrival night! Plenty of options even for picky eaters. The smoked half chicken is AMAZING, along with the brisket.
The Polite Pig
I always recommend getting any merch you want (that isn’t park exclusive) here. This store will have everything you need that isn’t 100% exclusive to one park. There is something for everyone here, and it’s the perfect stop for gifts and trinkets to ...
World of Disney®
This is a HUGE Uniqlo in Disney Springs. I love to shop here and try to always find an excuse to go here. I will conveniently “forget” something I need for the park week just to go here to buy what I need.
UNIQLO Disney Springs
Animal Kingdom
Yummy BBQ restaurant in the heart of Animal Kingdom. The half chicken and macaroni and cheese is so tasty, and perfect for a starving belly in the middle of a park day. I also highly recommend the pulled pork mac&cheese! Plenty of outdoor seating...
Flame Tree Barbecue
My favorite thrill ride in Animal Kingdom! It’s exciting and fast paced, with an awesome drop towards the end! The theming in the queue is so fun, making the wait a breeze.
Expedition Everest – Legend of the Forbidden Mountain - Disney World
The most beautiful area in all of Disney World. Going at night (when you can- AK closes early) is such a wonderful experience. The bioluminescent plants and rocks will literally take your breath away. It’s such an immersive experience and you’ll neve...
Pandora – The World of Avatar
Magic Kingdom
The most thrilling ride in Magic Kingdom. Most of the rides in MK are approachable for the smallest of children. This one is for a more thrill seeking park goer. The launch is exhilarating, especially when you ride it at night. The design is phenomen...
Tron Lightcycle Run | Walt Disney World Resort
My favorite dark ride in Disney World! This one is a classic ride that people have enjoyed for decades. The smell of the water is amazing (iykyk).
Pirates of the Caribbean
A charming take a on a dark ride. The wait is always long but it’s fun to experience. I love the “flying” ships you board on this ride. It’s relatively short, so try to jump in line if it’s less than 50 minutes. The queue has some fun interactive are...
Peter Pan's Flight
Yummy quick service restaurant in MK. I love the flatbreads here! They have new menu items pretty regularly, so there is something new to try from time to time. TONS of seating options, both indoor and outdoor. One of the best quick service spots in ...
Pinocchio Village Haus
PLEASE don’t skip the Carousel of Progress. Located in Tomorrowland, this is a show that Walt was personally involved in creating. It’s a rotating theater with an animatronic show focused on progress in America. This show was even at the New York Wol...
Walt Disney's Carousel of Progress | Magic Kingdom Attractions
EPCOT
Chefs de France is one of my favorite restaurants on Disney property. Great, authentic French food that is hearty and fills you up. The service has always been wonderful, as well. The beef bourguignon and filet mignon are both so good! Hoping they on...
Chefs de France
One of the best rides (in my opinion). This ride used to be sort of forgotten by guests, but lately it’s been getting its flowers. It’s so relaxing and nice to sit down for about 10 minutes. The ride shows how food is grown many of the park restauran...
Living with the Land
A classic EPCOT thrill ride. It just underwent a refurbishment, so I have yet to experience the new version of this ride. Create your own prototype car and test it against various conditions. Finish off the ride with a fun speed test!
Test Track
The most beloved EPCOT festival. This festival brings dozens of food stalls to the already food filled park. Sample dishes and drinks from around the world while taking in special topiaries and merch items. Each year has fun new dishes along with ret...
EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival | Walt Disney World Resort
Cosmic Rewind is THE best roller coaster at Disney. It’s one of the newest rides, so it’s smooth and highly technologically advanced. You’ll love this even if you aren’t familiar with the Guardians franchise. My advice is to make this a Lightning Lan...
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind - World Discovery - EPCOT
Hollywood Studios
Such a fun and immersive ride. It’s a combination between a dark ride and a trackless coaster ride. There are so many thrills going on here. The experience is also quite lengthy, so even if the wait is long, it still feels very much worth it. Star Wa...
Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
My #1 ride at Disney. The thrill of the drop and the excellent, creepy theming works together phenomenally. I can never overstate how much I adore this ride. If you love The Twilight Zone and a good fun drop ride, you’ll love this!
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror | Hollywood Studios Attractions
A more high-end dining experience in the parks. This will be the fanciest place you can eat at HS. The decor is charming and the food is delicious. I recommend the Cobb Salad or the Filet Mignon. Make sure to book a reservation as soon as you can, si...
The Hollywood Brown Derby
This is one of the coolest shops at Disney. This store sells high-end Star Wars memorabilia, from busts of characters, costumes, and lightsabers. The collectible lightsabers are worth a look, hold, and purchase. It’s easy to spend your whole vacation...
Dok-Ondar's Den of Antiquities at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Art of Animation Resort
We always, always, always choose Art of Animation. There are cheaper options, and there are more luxurious options, but AoA gives us everything we look for. It’s dog friendly, has great amenities, and is on the Skyliner. We are going for our 5th stay...
The name is very self explanatory here. It’s big and it’s blue and it’s a pool. This is the main pool at AoA. The Finding Nemo theming is fantastic. Even though it’s huge, it can get very busy, so I like to go in the evening after an early park closu...
The Big Blue Pool
The cafeteria at AoA is really delicious. There are so many options here that rotate frequently. Landscape opens early and closes late, which is great for the early risers and night owls. It’s also a great stop to make after a long park day if you’re...
Landscape of Flavors
The BEST mode of transportation at WDW. Part of the reason we always return to Art of Animation is because it’s a Skyliner resort. The Skyliner makes getting to Hollywood Studios and Epcot such a breeze. It’s so nice to skip the hassle of the bus lin...
Disney Skyliner
DISNEY APP
I cannot overstate the importance of having this app on your Disney vacation. You can book Lightning Lanes, order food from quick service restaurants, and even check out in stores using this app. It can also function as your room key. It’s a necessit...
My Disney Experience Mobile App | Walt Disney World Resort