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Walt Disney World - Issue 1

It is common knowledge in my family that I am a Disney World addict.
 
Prior to returning to the farm I grew up on in Washington State, we spent 15 years in Alaska. While I am first to admit that the Last Frontier offers some of the most beautiful scenery on earth, the winters do get long. To combat "cabin fever" Alaskans take full advantage of frequent flyer miles and are quick to travel to the "lower 48" without much coaxing.
 
Our personal pattern of travel from Alaska went something like this....visit family in Washington, go to Disney World; visit family in Missouri, go to Walt Disney World (WDW); visit family in Idaho, go to Disney World; visit friends in Texas, go to Disney World; go on an Eastern Caribbean cruise, go to Disney World; go on a Western Caribbean cruise, go to Disney World....So you get the idea.
 
Our first visit was when our daughter was 10. I was pretty concerned things would not go well as she was terrified of the little dragon coaster at the Alaska State Fair. So I did my research and found a specific procedure to acclimate a first time theme parker to progressively bigger and bigger rides. It was then I knew Mickey and I would form a permanent bond. You see I am obsessive compulsive when it comes to travel, work and planning vacations. Disney World was a perfect match as I believe it is best experienced with a well laid plan. It is the happiest place on earth but is not the type of place to get about randomly.
 
Most WDW travel guides will say the same thing - planning is everything. I am quite sure that a lack of planning is why many people say going to Disney World was the worst experience of their lives. It was hot, expensive and too crowded to have fun. So while it seems contrary to a family vacation, there is just too much to see without a good plan. I will be writing a series of newsletters that will offer my personal advice, from my personal experience. Of course it is up to you to follow or not....
 
Upcoming Walt Disney World issues:
  • Recommended Disney Guides
  • Where to Stay (On-site or Off)
  • When to Go
  • How Long to Stay
  • The Parks (and fun secrets)
    • The Magic Kingdom
    • Animal Kingdom
    • Epcot & World Showcase
    • Disney's Hollywood Studios
    • Blizzard Beach & Typhoon Lagoon
  • What Else to See & Do
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