Disney World Resort Benefits

So you want to stay at a Disney World resort? Excellent choice! You may have already heard about the giraffes and zebras milling around outside the Animal Kingdom Lodge, or the filling feasts at the Polynesian Resort's nightly luau dinner, or about the behemoth monorail and mosaic artwork of the Contemporary. But were you aware that you'll also be entitled to special offers that park guests staying in hotels near Disney World won't get?

As a resort guest you'll receive additional benefits that other park attendees miss out on. For example, early bird visitors can enjoy the theme parks one hour before scheduled opening time! Or if you'd rather beat the heat, you can enjoy nighttime "Extra Magic Hours," staying up to three hours past the scheduled close time. To take advantage of this benefit, you'll need a special wristband from a park cast member.

Additionally, upon landing in Orlando, you can skip airport baggage claim and simply proceed to the Disney Welcome Area, where Disney's Magical Express will pick you up and transport you to your resort! Your luggage will be delivered to your hotel within three hours and your return flight boarding pass can even be given to you at the resort checkout desk. You can also avoid driving and parking by taking Disney's world-famous monorail or the soothing water taxi to any Disney World Orlando theme park.

It's the little things that can sometimes add up - things like meals, snacks, drinks, etc. So why not know exactly what you'll be budgeting for food by prepaying on one of the Disney Dining packages? This Disney World resort guest exclusive benefit can be purchased for as low as $79/person per day and includes a sit-down meal, a quick service meal and a snack, in addition to reserving your room and park admission ticket. You can upgrade to the "Deluxe Dining" package, which includes three meals (your choice of quick service or sit-down) and two snacks. Other options combine entertainment, park hopper tickets and even spa services. As a guest of Disney resorts, you can use your room key as a debit card to simplify your life and have the ultimate guilt-free Disney experience!

Here are some other Disney World tips to keep in mind, aside from staying at a Disney World resort. First, definitely take advantage of the early hour/late hours available to resort guests! Stake out the most popular rides (like Splash Mountain or Mission Space) and hit them before the crowds are admitted. Also, there is something called a "Fastpass," which allows you to bypass the lines between certain times. Try to avoid eating at Disney restaurants during peak time (noon to 3pm) and make advanced reservations for special dining events, like the character breakfast. With these easy tips, your trip should be a dream come true for you and the kids!

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