If you are planning on going to Disneyland in Anaheim, California this summer here are some tips from a seasoned veteran about how to make the most out of your trip.

1. If you can afford to stay in one of the three Disneyland Hotels, you will have early admittance at 7AM to Disneyland, an hour before everyone else. Family packages include passes to both parks and you can skip the ticket booth before you enter and go right to the entrance line. In the morning you can catch the “Monorail” in Downtown Disney or the Disneyland Hotel and it will take you directly into “Tomorrowland” before the general public is admitted.
2. Get to the park as soon as it opens and hit as many rides first thing in the morning. Even with a fast pass, early is still best. When we visit Disneyland we hit all the rollercoaster rides first thing. We usually start with “Space Mountain” and hit that four times in about an hour, then “Indiana Jones” at least twice. “Splash Mountain” is one ride we usually take “Fast Passes” to ride and sometimes the line is moving well enough on “Thunder Mountain Railroad” that we get on that ride quickly. All the coasters are manageable before 11 AM. After that, I suggest that you get a “Fast Pass' for the coasters or be prepared to wait at least an hour or more to board them.
3. Always take some time to plan your trip and what you want to do and see. It will save you time at the park. Create an itinerary and map your route so you know where you are going.
4. There are parades twice a day at Disneyland in the summer. (Afternoon and Evening). If parades are important to you, you must camp out somewhere along the route over an hour ahead of time.
5. If you want to eat at the “Blue Bayou Restaurant” (inside the “Pirates of the Caribbean” ride), I suggest a reservation made weeks ahead. (phone: (714) 781-3463) Otherwise, stop by the restaurant in the French Quarter first thing in the morning to see what is available. Dinner for four adults is about $125-$150.
6. Once you notice the park filling up and the lines exceeding 30 minutes of wait time, definitely grab some “Fast Pass” tickets
7. The Fast Passes are set up at kiosks close to the rides. The next time available is posted. All you do is insert your park ticket and out pops a “Fast Pass” good for that specific time. You can only have a “Fast Pass” for one ride at a time per person. Once you exit that ride, go grab another “Fast Pass.”.
8. A “Fast Pass” allows you to come back at a designated time and bypass all the people waiting in line
9. If watching the parades is not important to you, this can be a good time to hit some rides without “Fast Passes” that normally might be really crowded, but be prepared to wait in line when the park is packed regardless
10. Pack some snacks to munch in line and bring some water. Food is pricy in the park and you can save money bringing in snacks and water although you will inevitably have to buy a meal. A fast food type lunch for a family of four runs about $35-$40!
11. The bathrooms along Main Street are usually less crowded and more hidden from the crowds. They are by the” Carnation Café” (behind it) on your left as you walk east down Main Street.
12. Bring sunscreen, hats and anything else you must have for a warm day at the park. Anything you buy in the park is expensive.
13. The Disney Characters enter and exit through one area off Main Street. It is located before the Plaza Inn Terrace restaurant if you are walking east. It is a hidden area and sometimes you can see a character emerge before the crowd mobs them. Also in this area is a “Baby Center” for parents, tots and babies; a “First Aid Station” and a “Lost and Found.” I have been to all of these handy places throughout my life as a child and a parent.
14. California Adventures opens at 10AM and closes around 8PM in the summer. It is a smaller park and not nearly as popular as Disneyland. It is less crowded even on the busiest days. You might want to try to catch this park in the late afternoon and then head back to Disneyland in the evening if you buy a Park Hopper Pass.
15. Always keep the Disneyland Website handy. 
16. Last summer, we waited 45 minutes at 7AM to ride the new “Nemo Submarine.” So be prepared for lines, masses of humanity and aggressive people pushing strollers. It can get crazy.
17. Hit the shops in a lull when you are tired of rides or the lines are too long. Don't waste your time in the shops during the morning hours when the ride lines are shortest. “Small World” is usually a laid back easy wait and good break between the outside madness in mid-afternoon., but it is closed until Fall, 2008.
18. The park hours in the summer are 8AM until midnight for visitors who are not staying in the Disneyland Resort Hotels
19. If someone in your party needs a wheelchair you will have a much faster way to get on the rides. You simple wheel up to the line with your party and everyone rides. I know people who rent a wheelchair for the day and take turns using it, just to get on the rides ahead of everyone else!
20. Sometimes it just makes more sense if you are traveling with a group of diverse ages to split up for half of the day. One adult can take the little ones into “Fantasyland” which is packed after noon and another adult can steer the older kids over to the more sophisticated rides. Note: “Fantasyland” rides do not have “Fast Passes” and the lines are very long in the middle of the day, so early again is best.
21. “Splash Mountain”, “Matterhorn” and “Big Thunder Railroad” do break down more frequently than the other rides. Try to ride them earlier in the day. You will get wet in “Splash Mountain.” If you want to get very wet, put your heavier people towards the front of the car.
22. Downtown Disney also has many shops and restaurants. But again you may want to book reservations if you can plan ahead as it is very crowded during the dinner hours and evening there also.
23. If you are staying at “Grand Californian Hotel” it is faster to walk than rely on the Matterhorn in early evening to take you into the park. The Matterhorn Station in Downtown Disney is a nightmare during the summer from late afternoon until evening.
24. Your purse/backpack will be searched as you enter the park, so be prepared. Security is on alert at Disneyland and they are very serious about keeping it a safe place for all.
25. There are photographers mulling around who will ask to take your photo. They will take the photo at no cost, but if you choose to purchase them that is another story. We have had some nice family pictures taken this way. You only pay for the pictures you want.
26. Summer is the park's busiest seasons. If you hate crowds hit the park from mid-Sept. to May.
27. Always go to Disneyland in the middle of the week whenever you go. Tuesdays and Wednesdays are less crowded than Friday and weekends.
28. Super Bowl Sunday is supposed to be the least crowded day. I know a family that goes every year on that day.
29. Realize that some rides will be closed during off-season for repair
30. Always check the website for last minute and up-to-date info
31. If you have young children, a two day trip affords you the luxury of going to the park in the morning, then heading back to the hotel in the heat of the day and returning again at night
32. If you only have one day and you don't have much time I would focus only on Disneyland and skip California Adventures
33. There are Disney employees walking around California Adventures incognito and giving away “Fast Passes” that can be used on any ride at any time in either park at around 10AM each morning. A friend scored free passes after getting off the “Mulholland Madness” ride. With these special passes you can just walk up and ride any of several popular rides. But these passes do have a limited use. I heard that Disney was handing out these special tickets in “California Adventures” to attract more visitors to that park. yet the tickets are for selected rides in both parks.
34. The newest ride this summer is “Toy Story Mania” in California Adventures
35. Fireworks happen every night over “Sleeping Beauty's Castle” in Disneyland at 9PM

I hope these tips allow you and your family to maximize your time and fun at “The Happiest Place on Earth!”

First, I loved the theme. The attention to detail while creating a southern atmosphere truly is spectacular. With the large white columned buildings and the river which runs through the middle of the resort, Disney left no detail to spare when designing this resort. Even the rooms had a certain old world charm with vintage style furniture and bathroom fixtures, but with all the modern amenities as well.

Secondly, the clientele of this resort suited us well. We don't have any kids of our own and when we go on vacation we don't particularly love being surrounded by tons of kids as well. And since this is probably the least kid friendly resort of all the budget and moderate resorts Disney has, it is great for couples. The setting is very romantic and there are very few kids running around making it a very peaceful and wonderful resort to go if you are looking for a little Disney romance!

Thirdly, we loved the fact that you could get on a boat and go to Downtown Disney. After a week of riding buses all around Disney, to be honest it can get a little old. And so it was really great to be able to jump on a boat right at our resort and get down to Downtown Disney to go to dinner or shopping without having to get on another bus. Plus, it is an absolutely pleasant ride of about 20 minutes to get there and one that I would definitely recommend taking if staying at this resort.

The only downside to this resort is that it is not terribly centrally located. It is located near the Magic Kingdom, but if you want to go to any of the other parks, especially the Animal Kingdom, it does take a considerable amount of time to get there on the Disney bus transportation system. After looking at a map, it does seem that other moderately priced resorts such as the Coronado Springs and Caribbean Beach resorts were more centrally located to all of the parks. But if you are going during the off season like we did, you will have little problem seeing everything you want to see as long as you stay long enough.

Overall, we loved our stay at Disney's Riverside Resort and would recommend it to any other Disney World travelers!

The moderate resorts, offer quick serve restaurants and in house dining, while the luxury resorts offer much more and with a step to elegance. No matter what resort you choose, you can expect the same treatment and service which can only be expected from Disney.

For the camper, Disney even has its own campground, where you can sit down and roast marshmallows and have a campfire sing along with your favorite Disney character.

Each resort has transportation to and from any of the attractions, so there is no need to worry about driving. Let Disney take care of it.

Downtown Disney offers the best in entertainment, shopping and dining out. It's a metropolis all in its self. There are night clubs, kid's entertainment, fine dining and you can even take in movie if the mood strikes you.

The attractions offer so much to see, it is wise to buy a Disney Hopper pass, which gives you in and out privileges to each of the attractions. The Hopper pass gives you the freedom to hop from attraction to attraction without any restrictions. See the Magic Kingdom in the morning and pop over to Epcot in the afternoon and maybe take in Animal Kingdom or MGM in the evening. Some folks like to take in a resort in the morning, and then relax at the pool in the afternoon then back to one of the attractions for the night time shows. Either way it's up to you. The Hopper pass gives you the freedom to choose.

Each attraction offers something for all. For the Thrill rides, to shows and just everyday Disney magic.

1. Eat breakfast before you go into the park. We found having a good, hearty breakfast before going into the park gave us energy to last until the afternoon, so while most people were in having their lunch, we were enjoying the rides!
2. Take bottles of water in with you. It is so important for adults and kids to keep hydrated in the heat but it can be expensive buying water in the parks. We bought a small cool bag from Wal-Mart, popped in an ice pack and we had cool water all day long, and we did not have to pay park prices.
3. You are not going to see everything in one visit, so don't even try. The Disney parks are massive, usually busy and usually hot so you will not make it round the whole park, seeing everything you want to see in one day. Make a list of what you want to see and find it on the map. Then you won't waste time wondering where things are.
4. Hire a stroller for the kids. Not just for the babies or toddlers either. This year, we had a 9 year old and a six year old in the double stroller (just don't tell their friends!). It was blisteringly hot and they were tired and grumpy. So we hired the stroller, gave them an ice-cream and they got to cool down and watch the park go by for while. It saved a whole lot of tension and stress and we were all happier for it.
5. Get the kids involved before you visit the parks. There is lots of information about the parks and the kids can plan what rides they want to go on, what characters they want to meet and what shows they want to see. That way, they can see in advance what rides are not appropriate for their age/height and no tantrums in the line for the ride itself. It's also great for a long plane ride to get the older kids to sit with their Disney maps and plan it all out. Keeps them busy and passes the time.

New Attractions

I remember the days when Disney World never seemed to change. Those days are long over, and this year, as usual, there are some new attractions to draw you in. In Disney's Hollywood Studios (formerly known as MGM), there are a couple of new additions. Toy Story Mania is an arcade-like, 4D ride that draws off the popularity of the Buzz Lightyear ride in the Magic Kingdom. In the ride, you wear 3D glasses and take aim at the shooting gallery images projected on the screen. Special effects like gusts of wind give it that “4D” effect. Have good aim and a quick trigger finger because Disney is keeping score, pitting you against the other rider in your car.

Also in the Hollywood Studios park will be, later in the year, American Idol! This venue will allow you to compete in an American Idol like competition, complete with a live audience, judges (I wonder if they'll have a rude one given Disney's famous hospitability) and daily winners who will receive perks when trying out for the real American Idol.

Meanwhile at Epcot Park, Spaceship Earth has reopened after its makeover. Hosted within Epcot's iconic sphere, this ride has long been a park favorite. While some of the old scenes remain, a nod to all the fans of the original ride, a new, and yet familiar, theme takes over. The original ride told the story of how communication helped to pass on information and advance civilization. This new version of the ride concentrates on how one innovation leads to another.

Best Time to Go

For most of us, our vacation days have been selected long ago and, if we have children, correspond with school breaks. If you are wondering whether that odd week in October would be a good time to try out Disney, consider this: the last two weeks of October are some of the least expensive times to visit the resort this year. Attempting different reservation dates, you find that the least costly times to visit the resort in 2008 are the last two-thirds of August, most of September, the last two weeks of October and then the second week of both November and December. Visiting during these times will save you money and might even save you wait-time in the attraction lines.

These off-peak times of the year have other qualities going for them as well. For one thing, the Orlando weather tends to be less extreme beginning in October, but Disney also sweetens the pot by adding special events. For instance, September and October will feature Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party. Imagine staying late in the Magic Kingdom to ride the rides and trick-or-treat! Also, beginning in September and lasting the rest of the year is the Epcot International Food & Wine Festival. Then in November begins Disney's annual Christmas celebration with a variety of special events. From enormous light shows to Christmas musicals, it's almost an entirely different park during the holiday season.

Where to Stay

Within the Orlando area, nearly every type of accommodation imaginable is available, but you may be surprised to find the same situation within the park. From campgrounds and budget resorts to extravagant suites, Disney offers a bit of everything. The All-Star resorts are family friendly and offer great room-and-ticket packages that will fit just about everyone's budget, and getting around to the parks from the All-Star hotels is easy on Disney's extensive bus system. For the ultimate in convenience and comfort (at a price), stay in one of the older hotels like The Polynesian Resort or The Grand Floridian, both of which are serviced by the famous Disney monorail.

One thing is for certain, though. No matter when you go or where you stay, Walt Disney World Resort is a one-of-a-kind destination offering an unbelievable array of entertainment options for people of all ages. If you go, don't be surprised if you find yourself feeling like a kid again. After all, this is what “the happiest place on earth” is all about.

Lunch is a good place to start. Hit Tijuana Flats for fresh, zingy Tex-Mex. There are a variety of locations, but the one on SR 436 in Casselberry is nice and roomy. Enjoy the funky décor, watch some sports on the screens. Be sure to sample the Hot Sauce Bar! It ranges from mild and tasty to melt-your-face. Good prices on cervesa. The Ultimate Nachos will feed two as a meal, the burritos are awesome any way you like "em.

After lunch, head over to Harry P. Leu Gardens. This place is packed on nice weekends, so hitting it during the week is a must. It costs a couple of bucks but is worth it for a nice stroll. What sort of plants do you fancy? Roses? Got "em. Bamboo garden? Wetlands? Butterfly garden? They even have a vegetable garden and notes on Florida history. You may be able to catch an event on orchids or potted herbs. This place can take an hour or four, depending on your level of interest.

You are close to downtown, so you might as well head there next. Wander around the ViMi, that is, the Vietnamese District. Have a Bubble Tea. Check out the import stores. You will find the streets downtown a little confusing, once you turn down Orange Avenue. Fortunately, this is the only area in the city navigable by foot (aside from International Drive). So after ViMi, drive over a few blocks to Church Street Station.

Shell out for a decent parking garage, I'm keeping you here for a while. First, check out what is going on at the comedy club, Orlando Improv-see when the show is. But don't plan on eating there! If you want to check out the Church Street Station itself, excellent. Otherwise, there are loads of shops and restaurants off the side streets of downtown and you don't have to pay to access them. You have your options for dinner, Manuel's, White Wolf Café-it all depends on your price range! But avoid the chains in this part of town. No reason to go with familiar when there is all this local fare to choose from!

After a late dinner (or a normal dinner and a comedy show), you'll notice the atmosphere changing. Around 9 and 10, the clubs start to open up. And there are a lot of them! All the way up and down Orange Ave and near Church Street. But it's a Thursday, you say? Yes! The locals love a Thursday downtown, especially the young and the hip! Stay away from Paris Hilton's monstrosity. The kids love Bar-B-Q Bar, Independent Bar, and hanging around wherever has the best drink specials. The little dance floor at Independent Bar (formerly Barbarella's) heats up after midnight with the latest hipster music-poppy, fun stuff. Watch them shake and jerk, admire the hairstyles, or enjoy cheap drinks and awesome bartenders! An alternative to any of the clubs I mention throughout is Parliament House, if you are gay or very, very gay friendly. Additionally, Southern Nights is slightly lower key-both near the downtown area.

Day Two: Friday

After last night, might you be wanting a hangover breakfast? First Watch on 17/92 a.k.a Mills Ave, has great options but can involve a wait any day of the week. Back in Casselberry is a hole in the wall place called Bagel King. Eggs, bagels, pastries, and home-style potatoes for cheap. You'll notice the chatty wait-staff really knows their regulars and they'll treat you just the same!

After getting fueled up, take your coffee over to Park Avenue. On one end is Rollins College, the home of education for the rich and spoiled here, and on the other end the street fades into elegant residential areas once past the Morse Museum which is home of the world's largest Tiffany Glass collection. Park Avenue is shopping heaven! Cute locals stores, art, fashion, a few chains and a collection of eclectic restaurants and wine bars all set in a gorgeous landscape of roses and oak trees dripping with Spanish moss. You've got your work cut out for you. Someone wants to shop and the other doesn't? Plop yourself down somewhere and sample wine. Don't miss out on the specialty chocolate shops, and try something new like chocolate dipped potato chips or lavender truffles. No doubt you'll have to fight it out about where to eat lunch!

*All right, now, I know I said you wouldn't go near a Theme Park. And you're not, really. It just happens to be on the same I-4 exit. You are going, after you finish shopping, to Downtown Disney. From Park Ave, the drive can take a while. This place is a good way to spend the entire rest of your day. Wander the shops, get sucked in to the Virgin Megastore, enjoy the screaming children in the Disney Stores and then eat dinner. After dinner, you are going to make it ON TIME to a show at the Cirque Du Soleil. This is the most expensive thing you'll do all weekend (on this itinerary) and you must get tickets in advance. But it is worth every penny.

Afterward, have a snack. Walk back across and go to Ghirardelli Chocolate. All the ice cream here is fantastic, of course, but don't bother. What you want is a chocolate milk shake. And you will drink more of it than you think you will. Oh, and some McDonald's fries go great with that. Then, be a kid! Play with the Legos for goodness sake! Because we are going to be very adult and dance the night away at Pleasure Island, where a fee gets you in all the clubs and you mingle with people from all over the world.

Alternatively, you may choose to hit Universal Studio's CityWalk and catch the Blue Man Group. There are dining options and a variety of clubs to choose from here, as well.

Day Three: Saturday

I get it. You are exhausted today. But nowhere near as tired as if you had been schlepping around the Attractions all week. May I suggest a leisurely brunch at the Winter Park farmer's market? A small affair for the produce, but inside is a gourmet delight.

Afterward, another leisurely pursuit-high end shopping at the Mall at Millenia. A large mall, artistically decorated, with everything from an Apple store, to Urban Outfitters, to Tiffany's, to Neiman Marcus. You'll have no difficulty finding either a quick lunch or something more upscale at Blue Martini.

Endure that for as long as you can, and then prepare to enjoy some arts. The Orlando Museum of Art and the Science Center (if you have kids or have a little childlike wonder yourself) are a great way to spend some time. The OMA has unique exhibits, and notable traveling shows make their way there all the time. The Science Center is hands on fun for everyone.

Later you may like to check out what is playing at the Enzian, the art house theater of note, and enjoy some delightful dinner dining and wine. And since it is Saturday night, you could always head back downtown if you are up for more clubbing. Saturday is a good night for the nicer clubs. Young professionals, the pretty money, this is when they shine. Which clubs? Heck if I know, not my scene! But meander up and down Orange Avenue will again find you at the perfect spot for your style.

Day Four: Sunday

Today is a day of relaxation. You could head over to the Atlantic, about an hour away, and do a little body boarding. Cocoa Beach, Merritt Island, or for a quieter time, I prefer Canaveral National Seashore where there are fewer people.

Or, stay closer to town and head over to Wekiwa Springs in Apopka. Take your bathing suit, towels, and/or your hiking boots and bug spray! Stop at the Fresh Market or Whole Foods on your way and grab a few things for lunch. A small fee to park gives you access to a range of activities. Sun yourself by the hot springs. Swim in the crystal clear waters. You can rent a canoe (bring cash) for a run down the river-keep an eye out for gators and other wildlife! (Don't worry, the swimming area is protected.) There are also miles of trails. A shorter one is a boardwalk through wetlands and a much longer one leads through pine scrub and saw palmetto forests.

And finally, one last recommendation for dinner. If you like sushi, Fuji Sushi is the place to go for reasonable prices, excellent quality, and truly unique and interesting combinations of flavors. If sushi isn't your thing, Lemoncello is a wonderful Italian place. Or there is Blue Bistro. Reservations are necessary, and the food is to die for with just the right amount of adventurousness.

Further Recommendations for Successful Exploring

Hopefully I have given you a few ideas to get you away from the Theme Parks and into the community. This really is how the locals live! Orlando is filled with opportunities for exploration. Grab a copy of the free paper, the Orlando Weekly, to see what is going on. There are always great music shows, art openings, and new places to eat. Once you get away from Disney, Universal Studios, and International Drive, the real adventure begins! Never hesitate to ask the locals, from your first waitress at Tijuana Flats to the clerk at the boutique shoe store on Park Ave, we all have our favorite places and trust me-we are used to you asking! Enjoy!

A recent spur of the moment trip to Orlando by car taught us that being spontaneous is great, but planning is cheaper. We should have taken time to review the website for Disney World and decide which parks we wanted to see during the one day we had to spend there. Instead we bought passes to all the parks, yet only got around to 3 of them! This was a total waste of cash because we just didn't take the time to prepare ourselves.

So here are a few things we learned and will apply before our next trip:

1. If you're driving, map out your route to include detours if needed. We encountered road work in excess of 50 miles in length, which had traffic literally at a stand still for long stretches. Luckily we quickly figured out detours and avoided a lot of the congestion.
2. Reserve rooms at hotels that are NOT directly across from the parks. A few miles away makes for many saved dollars. Parking in the parks is around 10 bucks a day or take a bus (some hotels, even miles away, offer free transit to and from the parks), it's still cheaper than the hotels nearest the parks.
3. Eat before you go into the parks. If it's morning, eat a good breakfast, same with lunch. The food is outrageously priced, so the less of that you buy the more you save.
4. Be prepared. Sunscreen and lip balm even in January! Good walking shoes and comfortable loose clothes. Sunglasses and hats to keep the sun out of your eyes. A backpack is permitted and can carry all you need for the day.
5. Drink lots of water. You can dehydrate faster than you realize.
6. Research the parks and rides to decide what rides are not to be missed. Get "fast passes" to the rides that have the longest lines and keep moving between rides for the best chance to ride the ones you want.
7. Check for reduced tickets or deals online or through the hotel you book. Sometimes you can save a good bit of money this way.
8. Relax. Don't feel like you have got to see every little thing in every park. It's impossible to do on one visit.
9. Go easy on the T-shirts and junk offered up in the glitzy stores. You can buy most of this stuff elsewhere much cheaper. If you're taking kids, but them T-shirts and mouse ears before you go; they're much less expensive away from the parks. Your kids will have the Disney swag and you'll still have a few dollars.
10. If you're driving, don't forget to stop at one of the many road side stands that sell oranges and get some of the freshest citrus fruits you'll ever taste. Be sure to refrigerate them when you get home, as the bags are packed tightly causing some minor bruising.

The biggest thing is to plan ahead. Do your research on the parks, how you intend to travel and where you're going to stay. There are some great deals on tickets and hotels out there, just waiting for you to find them.

1. Ohana at Disney's Polynesian Resort

   For those of you who have never been to Hawaii, this place becomes so close to those tropical islands, I think I'm actually there! The Hawaiian food is absolutely delicious, and it looks good too! There are fun games the staff set up for the kids to play while they wait for the food. After diner, there are the world famous Disney fireworks! It's really nice after a long day of Disney, to just plop down on the beach with the restaurants special dessert, the bucket "o ice, and just watch the fireworks fly.

2. Sci-Fi Diner at MGM Studios

   Disney sure has a way to create atmosphere. This restaurant is themed to be like an old fashioned drive-in movie theater. You watch film clips from old Sci-Fi movies while waiters on roller skates bring you your food. Whilst there is no Fillet Minions at this restaurant, the décor definitely makes up for it.

3. Coral Reef Restaurant, Living Seas Pavilion, Epcot

   Half way down our list is the famous Coral Reef Restaurant. Featured in many T.V. shows, such as Full House and Boy Meets World, this place is more than just a good filming location. I"ve never liked seafood that much this food is scrumptious. The fish swimming beside the dining room will have kids, and some adults, speechless at the vast collection of exotic sea life. When you're there, one question pops into mind, “Am I eating what's swimming right next to me?”

4. Cinderella Castle at the Magic Kingdom

   I haven't been here in a long, long, time. But Disney Dining List would be complete without. Making reservations a long time in advance, gives you the opportunity to dine with Princess Cinderella. Girls will love to dine with a Disney Princess. And little Boys are great with it too! Why, a while back my brother sat down right next to Cinderella and said “Hi Cindy!! My name's Michael! I just got new Velcro shoes! You should try them some time! Then your shoes won't fall off as much!”

5. California Kitchen at the Contemporary Resort

   Not to be confuse with the California Pizza Kitchen. This was my favorite dining experience. Contemporary décor matches the hotel whilst you dine at a high-class establishment. When the fireworks start at the nearby Magic Kingdom, the speakers in the restaurant play the music in sync with them. Even if you don't dine during the fireworks, the give you a ticket so you can come back and watch from the roof of the hotel!

The place here is as crowded as you can get, on any day of the year. There is a ride in Epcot that I waited 2 hours to ride, and it was terrible.

At 3 P.M at the Magic Kingdom I had less than 1 square foot of foot space. So I have made a proposal. Disney World should make a limit to how many people can enter the park at one time.

It would make the park more enjoyable for everybody and especially the people who spend thousands to travel here and never get more than 5 hours of fun a day because of long line and crowded parks.

So please, if anybody reading this has ties to Disney World, please send them my article.