{"id":6009,"date":"2015-02-26T14:16:02","date_gmt":"2015-02-26T19:16:02","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/?p=6009"},"modified":"2015-03-01T08:24:27","modified_gmt":"2015-03-01T13:24:27","slug":"our-disney-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/2015\/02\/26\/our-disney-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"Our Disney Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magickingdom_walkingrev2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6038\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magickingdom_walkingrev2-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World, Disney Magic, Disney vacation, family vacation, travel with kids, Magic Kingdom\" width=\"560\" height=\"747\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magickingdom_walkingrev2-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magickingdom_walkingrev2-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magickingdom_walkingrev2-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\nOur family spent six\u00a0nights at Disney World from February 10-16 of this year. This was our first family vacation at\u00a0Disney World and although we had an amazing\u00a0time, there were quite a few things that I\u2019ve learned during our time there that makes me want to go back and do it right or better the second time around. By no means am I\u00a0an expert on the subject now but I\u2019d like to share a few tips and recommendations from my personal experience that I think may\u00a0be\u00a0helpful to those of you\u00a0who are planning\u00a0your first\u00a0visit to Disney World in the near future.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p><strong>Where to Stay<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6018\" style=\"width: 570px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/saratogaspringsresortrev1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6018\" class=\"wp-image-6018 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/saratogaspringsresortrev1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World, Disney World Resort, Saratoga Springs Resort &amp; Spa, Disney hotels\" width=\"560\" height=\"420\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/saratogaspringsresortrev1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/saratogaspringsresortrev1-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/saratogaspringsresortrev1-300x225.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6018\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Saratoga Springs Resort &amp; Spa<\/p><\/div>\n<p>This is a tough one only because the options are endless. You have the option to stay in a Disney World resort inside the DW complex or stay at a nearby hotel right outside of DW. It all depends on your needs and preferences.<\/p>\n<p>We decided to stay at a Disney World resort as it was recommended\u00a0by many I\u2019ve spoken to and reviews I\u2019ve read. We stayed at the Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa. Since we were a party of seven\u00a0as my parents came with us, we needed to find a hotel that offered 2-bedroom suites, which Saratoga Springs offered at a reasonable price. Saratoga Springs is a sprawling Victorian-style resort with a golf course, 5\u00a0different pools, a spa and many other amenities. Depending on which section of the resort you stay in, it may be a hike to get to the main building where the restaurants and main desk\/concierge are located. We stayed in the Grandstand section, which was a 3-minute walk to the main building and steps away from the bus stop. We were also the first ones to get on the bus on the way to the parks and the first ones to get off the bus on the way back, which proved to be extremely convenient.<\/p>\n<p>The next time we go, it\u2019ll probably be just our family of five so we would most likely stay at the Contemporary Resort, not only because of convenient access to the monorail\u00a0but also due to our personal preferences in terms of style\u00a0and amenities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Food<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6014\" style=\"width: 570px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_tunarev1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6014\" class=\"wp-image-6014 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_tunarev1-1024x933.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World, California Grill, Disney restaurants, Disney dining plan\" width=\"560\" height=\"510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_tunarev1-1024x933.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_tunarev1-200x182.jpg 200w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_tunarev1-300x273.jpg 300w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_tunarev1.jpg 2008w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6014\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Seared Ahi Tuna at California Grill<\/p><\/div>\n<p>My preconceptions about the restaurants at Disney World were that they were overpriced and not very good. We were pleasantly surprised by a couple of the restaurants we decided to dine at. I do have to mention, though, that I did some research on the restaurants before I made reservations so it definitely pays off to read the reviews and recommendations in order to find a restaurant that will suit your family\u2019s palate. And I would recommend that you start making reservations 6 months in advance, if you&#8217;re able, because the popular restaurants get filled\u00a0very quickly.<\/p>\n<p>We really enjoyed our dinner at California Grill at the Contemporary Resort, which is an award-winning restaurant that offers fresh and seasonal ingredients with flavors of the Pacific Coast. The best part is the rooftop view. The entire dining area is surrounded by windows so we had a beautiful view of the sunset.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6013\" style=\"width: 570px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_sunsetrev1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6013\" class=\"wp-image-6013 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_sunsetrev1-1024x749.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World, California Grill, Disney restaurants, Disney dining plan\" width=\"560\" height=\"410\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_sunsetrev1-1024x749.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_sunsetrev1-200x146.jpg 200w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/caligrill_sunsetrev1-300x219.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6013\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">View of sunset from California Grill<\/p><\/div>\n<p>We also liked C\u00edtricos at\u00a0the Grand Floridian Resort where we had brunch and mingled with the Disney Princesses. The brunch was very good but the atmosphere was even better. Character dining is a must if you have young children. I could see my 5-year-old\u2019s eyes light up as different princesses came by our table to chat, give out hugs and take pictures.<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6023\" style=\"width: 570px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/citricos_belle2rev1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6023\" class=\"wp-image-6023 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/citricos_belle2rev1-1024x832.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World, Citricos, Grand Floridian Resort, Brunch with the Princesses, Disney character dining, Disney restaurants, Disney dining plan\" width=\"560\" height=\"455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/citricos_belle2rev1-1024x832.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/citricos_belle2rev1-200x162.jpg 200w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/citricos_belle2rev1-300x244.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6023\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Brunch with the Princesses at Citricos<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you\u2019re staying at a Disney World resort, I would definitely recommend getting a dining plan unless you\u2019re really particular about how you order your\u00a0food and\/or plan to consume a lot of alcoholic beverages. Included in the plan for each meal was a non-alcoholic drink, an entree and a dessert and there were certain premium dishes that were excluded. We would have liked the flexibility of ordering an appetizer instead of dessert but unfortunately that was not an option. Regardless, considering\u00a0the upcharge at all these Disney restaurants, the daily cost of food came out a lot cheaper with the dining plan even after adding tips and extras that are not included. I would definitely recommend it for large parties.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Transportation<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6015\" style=\"width: 570px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/disneybusriderev1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6015\" class=\"wp-image-6015 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/disneybusriderev1-782x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World, Disney resort transportation, Disney buses\" width=\"560\" height=\"733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/disneybusriderev1-782x1024.jpg 782w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/disneybusriderev1-153x200.jpg 153w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/disneybusriderev1-229x300.jpg 229w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6015\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Girls enjoying Disney bus ride<\/p><\/div>\n<p>One of the conveniences of staying in a Disney World resort is that you get to use their transportation. There are buses, boats and a monorail system. Even though\u00a0during busy times, you may be waiting for a while for the bus and may even need to take two modes of transportation\u00a0to get to your final destination, you\u2019re avoiding having to deal with finding a parking spot every time you get to a new place. I could imagine that being a nightmare during busy seasons.<\/p>\n<p>The only times we wished we had our own car was when we were running late to dinner\u00a0or to drive to a local\u00a0grocery store to get breakfast items as our meal plan only included two meals per day. Our resort had a small grocery store for basic needs and it turned out to be sufficient for us. In addition, there was also the option to have breakfast at the resort restaurants.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Parks &amp; Rides<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6024\" style=\"width: 935px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/rollercoasterrev1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6024\" class=\"wp-image-6024 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/rollercoasterrev1.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World, Magic Kingdom, roller coaster, The Barnstormer\" width=\"925\" height=\"589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/rollercoasterrev1.jpg 925w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/rollercoasterrev1-200x127.jpg 200w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/rollercoasterrev1-300x191.jpg 300w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/rollercoasterrev1-195x124.jpg 195w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 925px) 100vw, 925px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6024\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Girls on the Barnstormer<\/p><\/div>\n<p>I would highly recommend doing your research on each of the Disney parks and deciding which rides\/attractions you and your family might be interested in and plan ahead as much as possible. Otherwise, you\u2019ll be wasting precious time deciding and waiting in line. We purchased a 4-day pass to the parks as part of our package. We could have visited all four parks (Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Epcot and Hollywood Studios). However, based on what we had heard and read about Hollywood Studios and our girls\u2019 interests, we decided to skip this particular park this time around and enjoy Magic Kingdom for two days. Below are a few of the rides\/attractions that we enjoyed at the parks we visited:<\/p>\n<p><em>Magic Kingdom<\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6028\" style=\"width: 570px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magickingdomcastlerev11.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6028\" class=\"wp-image-6028 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magickingdomcastlerev11-779x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World, Magic Kingdom, Cinderella's castle\" width=\"560\" height=\"736\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magickingdomcastlerev11-779x1024.jpg 779w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magickingdomcastlerev11-152x200.jpg 152w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magickingdomcastlerev11-228x300.jpg 228w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6028\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Cinderella&#8217;s Castle<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a title=\"Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade\" href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/entertainment\/magic-kingdom\/festival-fantasy-parade\/\" target=\"_blank\">Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade<\/a> |\u00a0<a title=\"Big Thunder Mountain Railroad\" href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/attractions\/magic-kingdom\/big-thunder-mountain-railroad\/\" target=\"_blank\">Big Thunder Mountain Railroad<\/a>\u00a0| <a title=\"Main Street Electrical Parade\" href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/entertainment\/magic-kingdom\/main-street-electrical-parade\/\" target=\"_blank\">Main Street Electrical Parade<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Epcot<\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6026\" style=\"width: 570px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/epcotrev1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6026\" class=\"wp-image-6026 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/epcotrev1-1024x993.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World, Epcot, World Showcase, Japan\" width=\"560\" height=\"543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/epcotrev1-1024x993.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/epcotrev1-200x194.jpg 200w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/epcotrev1-300x291.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6026\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Japanese court at Epcot<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a title=\"Soarin'\" href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/attractions\/epcot\/soarin\/\" target=\"_blank\">Soarin&#8217;<\/a> |\u00a0<a title=\"Test Track\" href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/attractions\/epcot\/test-track\/\" target=\"_blank\">Test Track Presented by Chevrolet<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a title=\"The Seas with Nemo &amp; Friends\" href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/attractions\/epcot\/seas-with-nemo-and-friends\/\" target=\"_blank\">The\u00a0Seas with Nemo &amp; Friends<\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Animal Kingdom<\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_6011\" style=\"width: 570px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/animalkingdomrev1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-6011\" class=\"wp-image-6011 size-large\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/animalkingdomrev1-1024x758.jpg\" alt=\"Disney World, Animal Kingdom, Kilimanjaro Safaris, elephants\" width=\"560\" height=\"415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/animalkingdomrev1-1024x758.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/animalkingdomrev1-200x148.jpg 200w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/animalkingdomrev1-300x222.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-6011\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kilimanjaro Safari<\/p><\/div>\n<p><a title=\"Kilimanjaro Safaris\" href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/attractions\/animal-kingdom\/kilimanjaro-safaris\/\" target=\"_blank\">Kilimanjaro Safaris<\/a>\u00a0|\u00a0<a title=\"Kali River Rapids\" href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/attractions\/animal-kingdom\/kali-river-rapids\/\" target=\"_blank\">Kali River Rapids<\/a> |\u00a0<a title=\"It's Tough to Be a Bug\" href=\"https:\/\/disneyworld.disney.go.com\/attractions\/animal-kingdom\/its-tough-to-be-a-bug\/\" target=\"_blank\">It&#8217;s Tough to be a Bug<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Since we have a 5-year-old and we were with my elderly parents, we opted for fun-to-watch attractions and mild rides and, of course, we couldn&#8217;t skip the Elsa\/Anna meet-up. However, parades take up a lot of time since you have to stake your spot early and just wait if you want a good view. The next time we go, we&#8217;ll probably skip most of the princess related attractions and\u00a0parades and go for the thrill rides.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Magic Bands, Fast Pass and Other Perks<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magicbandsrev1.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-6016\" src=\"http:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magicbandsrev1-1024x738.jpg\" alt=\"magicbandsrev1\" width=\"560\" height=\"404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magicbandsrev1-1024x738.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magicbandsrev1-200x144.jpg 200w, https:\/\/myrosecoloredshades.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/02\/magicbandsrev1-300x216.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 560px) 100vw, 560px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\nIf you stay in a Disney World resort, magic bands are included in your package. These are personalized wrist bands that you need to wear at all times to gain entrance to the parks, purchase food on your dining plan, gain Fast Pass+ access, etc. It basically contains your itinerary. Needless to say, these were extremely convenient to use. You may purchase these bands even if you decide not to\u00a0stay in a DW resort.<\/p>\n<p>Fast Pass+ service is included in your ticket or package. You&#8217;re allowed to gain Fast Pass+ access to up to three attractions per day. And if you miss a Fast Pass+ reservation, you may be able to add another one after all your reservations have been used for the day. I would highly recommend that you use these on the most popular attractions and reserve them early as there is a limited number of spots available for each time slot. We had Fast Pass+ access to Soarin&#8217; at Epcot and we still ended up waiting about 20 minutes or so due to its popularity.<\/p>\n<p>Another perk of staying at a Disney World resort is the Magical Express service. If your arrival time is\u00a0before 10 PM and you have checked in luggage, the Disney staff\u00a0will pick up your luggage from baggage claim\u00a0for you and bring it to your hotel. All you have to do once you get off the plane is to go straight to the Magical Express shuttle to be taken to your hotel.<\/p>\n<p>I seriously can go on and on about the ins and outs of Disney World that I learned during this trip. However, I need to end this post at some point. I&#8217;m very curious to hear about your experience at Disney World. 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