This is my updated introduction to Walt Disney World aimed mainly for first timers or those in need of a refresh. I’ll be covering a tour of the parks (including the water parks), as well as other things such as tickets, Genie+, Lightning Lanes, Disney Springs, Transportation, dining, resorts (value, moderate and deluxe) and many other things.

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UPDATES & CORRECTIONS:

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WALT DISNEY WORLD PARK TOURS:

Magic Kingdom:    • Disney’s Magic Kingdom RIDES and ATTR...  

Epcot:    • Epcot RIDES & ATTRACTIONS 2024 | Walt...  

Disney's Hollywood Studios:    • Disney's Hollywood Studios Rides & At...  

Disney's Animal Kingdom:    • Disney's Animal Kingdom RIDES & ATTRA...  

UNIVERSAL ORLANDO PARK TOURS

Universal Studios Florida:    • Universal Studios Florida RIDES & ATT...  

Islands of Adventure:    • Universal Islands of Adventure RIDES ...  

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TIMESTAMPS

0:00 - Intro
0:33 - PART 1 - WHAT IS DISNEY WORLD?
1:47 - Magic Kingdom
2:50 - Epcot
4:10 - Hollywood Studios
5:05 - Animal kingdom
5:41 - Characters
6:43 - Blizzard Beach
7:15 - Typhoon Lagoon
7:43 - PART 2 - HOTEL RESORTS
7:58 - Value Resorts
9:34 - Moderate Resorts
10:06 - Deluxe Resorts
11:21 - Off Site Resorts
12:18 - Booking
12:40 - Time of Year
13:40 - Where to Book
14:33 - Tickets
15:49 - Third Party Tickets
16:13 - 14 Day Ticket
16:56 - Travel Packages
17:18 - PART 4 - MY DISNEY EXPERIENCE
18:45 - PART 5 Genie+ & Lightning Lanes
19:17 - Disney Genie
19:54 - Lightning Lane
20:50 - Individual Lightning Lane Selections
22:50 - Genie+
27:51 - Virtual Queue
29:39 - PART 6 - Transportation
33:40 - PART 7 - Dining
38:08 - PART 8 - Disney Springs


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MEARS CONNECT ALTERNATIVE

Sunshine Flyer: https://sunshineflyer.com/

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UK CAR HIRE (PRICES INCLUDE ALL CHARGES INCLUDING INSURANCES): https://www.uscarhire.com/

US CAR HIRE: Autoslash.com (insurances not included in quoted prices)

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FREE DINING OFFER 2024

Starting January 3, 2024, Disney+ subscribers have the opportunity to get a free dining plan when they purchase a non-discounted 4-night, 4-day Walt Disney Travel Company package. This package must include a room at a select Disney Resort hotel and a theme park ticket with a Park Hopper option. The offer is valid for arrivals on most nights from July 1 through September 30, 2024.

Please check official site for any changes to offer.

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MAGICBAND GUIDE

MagicBands
What: Waterproof wristbands that act as your Disney World key: park ticket, hotel key, payment method, and FastPass+ (when available).
Setup: Link to your Disney account, then use it for entry, payments, room access, and linking PhotoPass photos.

MagicBand+
Extra Features: Adds lights, vibrations, and gesture recognition for interactive experiences and syncing with shows. It's rechargeable, with 1-3 days of battery life.

Benefits: Same as MagicBands, plus interactive park quests and enhanced experiences during certain shows.
Getting Started

Buy: Online, via app, or in the park. Deals may be available for hotel guests and passholders.
Link: Use My Disney Experience to connect your band to your account.
Customize: Choose colors and personalize if ordered in advance.

Tips
Charge MagicBand+ nightly.
Bands are waterproof.
Secure with a PIN for purchases; deactivate if lost.

CONTACT:
For all business enquiries ⇢ [email protected]

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MUSIC LICENCING:

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