11 Disney World Mistakes I Make Anyway

[@elizabethyeagley9476]

The mistake I made on my last trip was buying 1 pineapple upside down dole whip to share with my husband. Fyi I did share but it was hard.

[@imranp128]

Elizabeth Yeagley how obese are you? Just wondering

[@gwendolynrice4271]

@@imranp128 thats just mean

[@imranp128]

Gwendolyn Rice but you’re not disagreeing with me

[@AidenFigueroa]

imranp128 someone eats ice cream once on a special vacation and now they’re obese? Ok boomer

[@imranp128]

Aiden Figueroa vacay or not. U can share. Disney desserts are huge. Calm your tiny ball sack

[@Eribradshaw]

AJs voice soothes my soul. We need to get her a contract with Google Maps to read our GPS directions

[@designdoctor247]

Yes!!!

[@MandaDebbie]

100% agreed!!!

[@PandaLiz91]

I agree too! I listen to her on my walks bc her voice is relaxing and the videos are full of information!

[@amarilisdejesus5053]

I think my favorite was also at Crystal Palace. We were a late night reservation, around 9:30-10pm, and, as night owls, it wasn’t a terrible time. We had all the characters come around multiple times. Piglet ended up sitting down with us and flirting with my older sister (the mom at the table), and even danced with her. Another fond memory was being the last people in Liberty Tavern. Once more, we were one of the last in the restaurant. Chip and Dale came out and stole my best friend’s purse and chased one another around the tavern as other cast members were sweeping and cleaning up. I suggest this for my fellow night owls! It’s a great way to keep your late morning and not miss out on magical character meals and interactions.

[@Tryingtohaveityall]

Peanut butter pie and dole whip - every freaking time. I can’t help myself.

[@azraelle6232]

Back in 2018 my wife and I had no choice but to visit the park during Christmas, since our trip to Florida had to coincide with a surprise 75th birthday party for her father. We managed to get the last resort room available anywhere on the property - in Disney All-Stars Music, farthest room from the bus stop. But getting to see WDW during Christmas was amazing, and worth the extra-long walk to and from our room.

[@davefink2408]

I got a chuckle out of the kid at 9:48 that laid down on the floor to start his tantrum. 3,2,1....meltdown!

[@JasmineHatake]

Lol

[@ashleewethington24]

I totally caught that too lol

[@frankyi8206]

Went to Disneyland between Christmas and New Years last year. It was crazy busy, but it was also an amazing experience. As long as you go with the understanding that it is going to be busy (and even then we underestimated how busy it would be) it can be a great time. Ultimately, the trip is what you make of it.

[@vanessanielson3268]

"Ultimately the trip is what you make of it" is absolutely right and great advice. My husband and I have been three times just us together, but this next trip we'll be taking our (then) seven year old for the first time. He's talked a lot about wanting to ride a lot of what we've ridden in the past, but we're definitely trying to manage our expectations just in case he rides Barnstormer once and decides he doesn't like thrill rides and we end up riding a lot of Winnie the Pooh. (We do have extended family coming too, and they promised to give us a chance to ourselves, so maybe that helps.) Mostly we just want to focus on letting him enjoy his first trip to the fullest, rather than trying to shoehorn in every last thing *we* want to do. Figuring out what is most important is key!

[@devils0455]

We will ditch days at all theme parks to visit some of our favorite bartenders on property. We will spend hours in Epcot with our favorite bartender Carl or spend hours at French quarter with bartender Shelly. We love making theses mistakes since we come often and are pass holders.

[@patrick315]

I didn’t realize the bus arrival times were on the app. Thanks for the tip!

[@krab1791]

Hoop Dee Doo Review is a Perfect Example. We brought our daughter when she was 3 and as the cast came through the audience to leave we got a picture with one of the men. My daughter then turned to me and said “I like that guy.” She is now 27 and he continues to work at the parks. Last time we saw him she was one of the sharks in Finding Nemo. We have gone back to Hoop Dee Do Review and enjoyed it. It’s a memory we continue to enjoy and we continue to look for this cast member with each new show. My daughter is also now as castmember. 😊

[@dragonfruit6124]

Oh believe me. I can't just go into a restaurant and buying burgers and pizza, I like to try something new. This is why I love World Showcase

[@paulcaridi4964]

I'll be seeing the lights for the first time on the 26th.

[@WHOAFalcon]

That is why we make a list of the must do's so the rest of the time you can see and do other things

[@kendrahouck984]

If you're really wanting to experinace Christmas but dont want the crowds I recommend going right after new years. Christmas happeneings are still going on the first week of Jan but the crowds fall quickly. Fly out of new years (the airports are empty) and you'll be able to enjoy a lot of the christmas things but the crowds will be less.

[@Steve_in_NJ]

We got all our 1st Choice ADR (Be Our Guest, and Calif Grill, for example) dining reservations because we booked our lunches at 2 PM and dinners around 8 PM! Since we're staying off-site, we plan on eating breakfasts in our timeshare (full kitchen) and getting to the Park of the day around 11 AM and leave for dinner, and return for the "Goodnight Kiss". No kids, so we will be late owls on this trip to WDW!!!!

[@andrewschwartz7043]

Yes I agree AJ, crowds are definitely a bummer. Last year I went to the Magic Kingdom in November during New Jersey’s teacher convention. That day every ride had a hour plus stand by wait. And it’s funny you mentioned T-Rex in Disney Springs. I wasn’t thrilled with their menu at all, no variety.

[@Tink-kg6me]

AJ, I would love to see you cover some of the great sugar free desserts that some of the Disney restaurants have. As a diabetic, I love going to the Sci-fi Dine-in Theater because they have the best sugar free desserts!

[@SomeoneInOregon]

I've used Disney Gift Cards as souvenir allowance tools for kids, so they can budget those instead of asking parents for stuff (as you said about using those, when it's gone, it's gone).

[@richardmercer2337]

I never plan for the drummers at Harambe in Animal Kingdom, but I never pass them up when they're performing!

[@oparisleclerc]

Question: If you make a dining reservation for 4 but you come with 5 (the 5th person being a 4 year old), will the restaurant not accept you anymore?

[@lisacraze1]

THANK YOU SO MUCH for all the spontaneous and unexpected moments!!!!

[@CoryTheRaven]

The parks are busier, more crowded, and more expensive during Christmas, but there's gingerbread houses. Deal! ;)

[@shlobs422]

The best "mistake" I made while at Disney World was taking my kids and letting them run wild throughout the park unsupervised. I'm not sure what they did, but I sure had a relaxing time :)

[@kimberlyfisher7015]

shlobs422 omg that’s hilarious

[@marcokeller3575]

I really enjoyed the food at hoop de doo!

[@laurazurita9117]

AJ, you and your team have helped me so much this past year and a half with planning for our coming up trip. Dec. 10, 2020 the hubs and I will be celebrating our 15 year Anniversary! We always knew that we'd want to celebrate at WDW, which is where we honeymooned. We are elated to be going back 15 years later and now in tow our three kiddos who will be 12, 10, & 7. We are so excited for next year and crossing my fingers that the week of December 6th is less crowded! Thanks for all your tips & tricks!!

[@Jimbodisfan]

Have a blast but leave the dynamite at home!

[@Cwright94]

Taking my two nieces to Disney next year and the planning is already a headache. It'll be my bf 2nd time. Last time we went we only did EPCOT and DHS. This time we're going to all four parks and in October

[@glenngresch548]

I made the mistake of going back. The crowds make the experience absolutely unbearable. It’s a total cash grab right now. Sorry it won’t ever get better until they open another park, or two, and stop building more resorts.

[@princessleia1633]

Do the hotels and staff have a bus schedule pickup from the hotel you check in?

[@itssava8775]

The pic of the man holding the flag made me very sad because my papa died last December and he was a veteran and at his funeral they folded the flag😥

[@brandilindberg6470]

I will say that when you finish your fast passes early, the only rides that are able to be fastpassed are not very popular rides.

[@I3ehr]

Brandi Lindberg Nah, always check! I have gotten Test Track, Space Mountain, and Soarin’ during busy seasons after using all three of my FastPasses. I plan on doing this next week. 👍🏼

[@collettelowry4227]

I thought the food at T-Rex was good 🤷‍♀️

[@Witchywolf1981]

I thought so too also I love how great dwd is with food allergies. My son has multiple and the chef came to our table at Trex to let us know what was safe for him

[@corbinkills]

Thank you for all of the videos you put out. It has helped when I am missing the parks. Keep up the great work.

[@opzwill1]

How do you deal with ride share if you have 6 or more in your family?

[@damanapuaman8197]

i swear she goes to disneyworld like everyday

[@fareedrasheed5186]

The fluttering guide internationally water because home historically enter of a rich bit. wrathful, attractive birch

[@horseteeth6139]

The biggest disney mistake, is to go.

[@justybismyworld]

I just spotted myself on one of the pictures on your video 😮😮😮

[@sieje]

When I lived in central Florida, September & February were always the best time to go for short lines.

[@mrozie826]

Good because I have a trip next February for the first time i didn't know there were short lines. Quick question----Is Splash Mountain always closed down for refurb during February??

[@sieje]

Kar Bear - yeah. It’ll usually open up first of March. Check with Disney’s refurbishment/closures schedule online before you go; this has happened to me once. I forgot to look up if anything was gonna be closed and whatnot, well, Space Mountain was closed the entire summer. I was arms up standing in front of the ‘closed for refurbishment’ screaming NOOOOOO!!! Bummed me out but I had a great vacation that year. Then I moved to Florida. The weather can sometimes get a tad bit brisk in February so water rides are usually not as fun or desirable; during the summer, definitely hitting up any water attraction. It gets hot. However, the weather is absolutely perfect nov - mar/apr; for me, it’s like paradise. Anyways, sorry for the lengthy reply. Enjoy your trip. Google 2021 Disney ride closure schedule.

[@rileyywhited]

@@mrozie826 Lucky you! It's not closed right now. I think it's normally closed in January, not February, but maybe it's both!

[@mrozie826]

@@rileyywhited unfortunately we had to cancel our trip for safety reasons! :( better luck next time i guess aha

[@rileyywhited]

@@mrozie826 Yeah.

[@CarlySharec86]

Ehhh ... sometimes you just need a Mickey pretzel. Not a mistake!

[@Steve_in_NJ]

With all the walking in the Parks, we live for the riches, highest calorie sweet desserts and snacks! LOL

[@johannakline2899]

A Mickey pretzel is never a mistake in my opinion 😂

[@kendrahouck984]

I usually dont eat full meals becausw of the heat it makes me feel gross. My favorite lunch is at Hollywood studios is a Mickey pretzel and froze lemonade! It's a go-to!

[@WOWitsANT]

Last time I was at Magic Kingdom it started down pouring and like most people I usually run for cover but this time I decided to say “heck with it” and stood in the rain and got some incredible and unique pictures in front of the castle with not one other person in sight. Of course I was beyond soaked but luckily I had a complete change of clothes in my bag. So if you have a change of clothes I suggest staying in the rain and getting pictures and even running to another attraction because the crowds will be gone. Oh and you will definitely cool off. It was 90 and humid when I did so it was definitely refreshing.

[@MC-tu4rf]

My kids got a Mickey bar every single day we were there. Sometimes classic is better.

[@mrs.pirollireads4082]

Can you please make a video of quick service meals best value on the ddp?

[@tyleranimated2334]

My dad has a special power: Getting a Be Our Guest reservation. Seriously, he got us in at least 2-3 times. Last minute, may I add.

[@maddie_1018]

Every time we have gone my mom has got us a reservation

[@simsp.h8041]

Probably refreshing again and again till something came up

[@nlpnt]

My aunt went one better, she had a boss with a winter house near Orlando and would regularly get free use of it and the car he kept down there for a week or so, several years running.

[@ashleighgarrison4431]

I love Christmas Time in Disney World

[@cloudypictures8740]

me too :)

[@claudiagomez800]

It’s my favorite time to go!!

[@Justicia007]

@@claudiagomez800 Never went at Christmas, what do you love about going then?

[@clairey.6180]

The rule my family breaks all the time is going to the parks later in the morning. Sometimes we even get there at noon! But I’ve found that with good planning and strategic fast passes, we get to do everything we want to. Plus I get the extra bonus of a happy family. It also skews our appetites a bit so we’re not hungry when the lines are longest for food.

[@Justicia007]

Good move! Adjusting the vacation to your own family's wishes is how you have the best vacation!

[@zaifodbeebelbrox8430]

I went last year at New Years, and I have never seen that many people in my life, but counting down to midnight and watching the fireworks in Epcot with my dad, then getting the worse champagne either of us have ever had is one of my fondest memories.

[@polemius01]

As a solo frequent visitor, I plan lightly, & put the rest of my visit to a park into the hands of serendipity!

[@crystalfarley7359]

Same! My only "must do" attractions are the tiki room, pirates, and the mansion (ah, nostalgia!). Those, I hit first. Everything else is gravy on top!

[@sillybuttons925]

Best voice to nap to. I don't even really love disney...

[@Justicia007]

Silly Buttons Upbeat and kind. I like Disney too, which is a plus!

[@gdltc123]

Lol I did that today 😋

[@Caderic]

My wife and I went to WDW for our honeymoon and we staid Late for the fireworks, and shopped on our way out. That is a GREAT TIME to shop...and wait for the crowed to thin out. (And exploring the parks at night is GREAT TOO!!!)

[@judy4564]

We tried your tip on waiting until after the park closed and three hours later we were still in line for transportation. My suggestion is flee before the end of the fireworks.

[@TheWuffball]

We love going the week before Christmas. Most people seem to head home and the lines aren’t too bad.

[@morganewing3399]

Wuffball i’m going the 3 days after.. i hope it’s not too crowded

[@bbkangs]

We’re going the week before too! We go in less than a month!

[@TheWuffball]

@@morganewing3399 The week after Xmas is mobbed

[@poptart8310]

@@morganewing3399 We are too, Between Christmas and New Year's. It's going to be crazy!

[@aprildong7748]

bbkangs I’m also going the week before!!! I go in like 25 days ahhh

[@dee_mcgee11]

DH insists on staying on property to take advantage of the Disney transportation and stay completely in the Disney bubble.

[@1982MCI]

Dee McGee I have to agree with him. As a family that has stayed at both Disney resorts as well as off site hotels and even rented a home for a week, there is no comparison!! I spend a bit more money by staying in the bubble but not much after you factor in rental car and other things from being offsite, being in the bubble is worth thousands to me!!!

[@Thommadura]

I had a home in the Orlando area since before the parks open - I actually went to the Empress Lily BEFORE the parks opened. Half of my family is from hat area - and I also went to the Orange Festivals before Disney. I have access to all the Disney Transportation - with my Annual Pass. If you are looking for a quick cheap vacation - that normally means staying off site - and a 15 minute ride can save you LOTS of money. Yes - IF you can afford the Bubble it can be worth it too - but for some whose choice is Outside the park - or going to the zoo at home - It is not that much of a problem

[@TrainerCTZ]

12:29 - 12:33 Stroller Girl "She looks like me, want to switch?" Blue Shirt: "Let's do it!"

[@jpbeard9058]

Anyone else notice Tim Tracker in the top right at 6:18 ?! :D

[@byakuyatogami2905]

@Pretty Paul Roma he's another Disney advice channel

[@clairehernandez9957]

He is a theme park vlogger

[@4fordisney790]

Wow! Good eye!!!

[@kriscynical]

My younger sister is the youngest person in our party and she will be just shy of 24 during our next trip this coming January (I'm 35), so we _never_ do early mornings. All of us are night owls, so we usually aim to leave the room by about 10-10:30am. Part of our vacation is relaxing in the room at night after the parks close. We always stay at Boardwalk since it's our home DVC resort and try to have a Boardwalk view, so after our showers we always open up the curtains to see Spaceship Earth lit up along with the activity on the boardwalk below and curl up in our PJs to talk, play cards, or a multi player game on my Switch before calling it a night at about midnight. My sister and I have also made it a tradition to take one night to go down to Jellyroll's together to have some drinks and hang out. Our family always has one dinner at Morimoto Asia, and this year she and I are thinking after dinner we're going to let the parents head back to Boardwalk with the car while she and I stay in Disney Springs to go to The Edison to have some fun and just catch a Minnie Van back at midnight. So... mornings? Rope drop? Early Extra Magic Hours? We don't know her. 😉

[@caseymoran6628]

My kind of people!

[@Ronclown]

When I go to WDW w/ my family we always sleep in until 10 am sometimes later and stay in the parks later because we like to get the pics after dark.

[@imranp128]

Ronclown congrats?

[@OpalFrootz]

Sci Fi Dine In was one of the best meals I had in Disneyworld when I went in August. The food and drinks were amazing and our waiter was a lovely guy who became concerned that i was exhibiting signs of heat stroke (spoiler alert: turns out I had heat stroke) and kept topping up my ice water all the time to make sure i didn't pass out. The waiter was also really good with my four year old nephew which I really appreciated. Plus just seeing my dad's happy face when he saw the theming of the restaurant was enough to make it a front runner for me. Although it wasn't my favourite place (50's Prime Time, upon DFB recommendation), it was definitely up there. I would rate the meals I had as follows: 1) 50's Prime Time 2) O'Hana (breakfast) 3) Sci Fi Dine In 4) Teppen Edo 5) Le Cellier 6) Sanaa 7) House of Blues 8) Arkeshus 9) Chrystal Palace 10) Be Our Guest (Breakfast) 11) Coral Reef 12) Monsieur Paul (Biggest Disappointment) 13) Rainforest Cafe (Predictably bad, good nachos though)

[@Zodia195]

Lol, there's a place in San Antonio where you go for the experience and not the food (even though a few food items are fun, like "Witches Brew" which is a fruit drink with dry ice). It's called Magic Time Machine and you go for the service because all of the waiters are dressed up as different fictional chars. I went there for my 16th birthday (got served by DC's Robin) and then when I got my associate's degree, I went again (and got served by Peter Pan), which included a food eating contest (between myself, one of my brothers, and a cousin, I lost lol). So yeah for me as long as food is okay, I would go to places for the experience. I am not very picky anyway.

[@robbywellsmusic]

We Always Leave Like 5 Mins Before The Firework Shows End! Actually One Time We Left 5 Mins Before The Firework Show Ended And When We Were On The Monorail With 2 Other People We Saw The BIGGEST Crowd Of People Headed To The Monorail! It Was Sooo Crazy!

[@loripalasnick8613]

Coming from California and staying on west coast time means we always get to the parks later and stay until they close. So much easier to keep the kiddos on their own time zone!

[@veronicajude]

Pobody’s nerfect. 😉😃

[@neptunespear8420]

veronica jude Nice stroke, Pam

[@veronicajude]

Finally! 😂😃

[@Hi-nw4dh]

P'm Ierfect

[@zacharygaming4330]

Roure yight 😂

[@yeserneirda3451]

When I go to Disney world I get a Micky prezil every day

[@kallieshutt2680]

Going on rides during fireworks are also amazing, especially the Dwarfs Mine Train. I did this the last time I went and there was 2 families I front of with no fast passes! One hundred percent honest here!! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@Cwright94]

I remember I tried to go on space mountain during the fireworks. Literally it was like 10 min wait soon as I got in line, the freaking ride broke down

[@RobinTweets]

the name of this video might be "Sometimes Just Chill". thanks for the reminders !

[@theannoyedmrfloyd3998]

I sent $75 with my friends who went earlier this year and got me a bunch of Epcot 35 goods at the outlet stores. 😉

[@sarahh5638]

How in the world did you get the 6:33 shot?

[@AccountingCat2014]

So I planned my last trip super in detail, and then on the last day instead of going to Hollywood Studios went to Animal Kingdom instead for the first time ever going in basically blind. Totally worth it, and it was my favorite day of the trip!

[@willhc]

I have to say, using a credit card in the park vs. magic band is a MAJOR hassle. I was amazed at how much longer it took and problems I encountered when buying some merchandise with my card instead of using my band. Same card tied to my MB account but I won't do it again.

[@talburdeniuk]

What if u go to Disney for 2 weeks every year? 2:56

[@crypstal10]

We actually we Christmas week last year...we loved it! Actually rode more rides than we normally do utilizing the extra fast passes after using first 3.

[@kiersten7013]

we always go to sifi dine in just because its such a nostalgic place and its so much fun lol

[@johnychen]

I always stay to the end of the fireworks. Why miss out on the finale so you can get stuck with a bunch of folks getting out of the park. Enjoy the show and its outro. Hang around to take some great pics and do some shopping. THen exit the park when it's nice and empty. Don't rush and just enjoy the magic of the park. Plus the Kiss Goodnight is always great to see.

[@KyrinaSpellweaver]

It has been so long since I've been to Disney World (literally decades) but these videos are making me want to save up and make a trip as a childfree adult :D

[@queensofbridges4619]

Last time we went to T-Rex at Disney Springs in 2015 it was awesome food very very crowded but ribs were tender and lots of flavor. I planned to go again but if it's not good anymore we will go to Flame Tree

[@aznsketcher]

we just came back. I watched a ton of your videos and made plans after plans after plans. the first day we were there at Magic Kingdom, half way into my plan, my wife said, ditch the plan honey. let's just go with it and start using the app. we ditched the plans I spent hours making and just went with it. as first timers to Disney World, we were overwhelmed at the amount of places to go and the time it took to get there.....and the wait............we spent 2 whole days as a family in the Magic Kingdom from late morning to the end of the spectacular fireworks and STILL could not see or ride all the stuff in there...when our kids are older, we are definitely coming back and mom and dad will certainly be heading to EPCOT for the food and wine festival...

[@ciaradisgirl]

So anyone who is wondering, the Polynesian has the hat box ghost pins left but NOT the ornament

[@kristenoneill5169]

Dang it, I so wanted to try that peanut butter pie at the contempo cafe that you rave about but they didn’t have it!! Instead they have some stupid dessert promoting frozen in its place. Total bummer. 😩

[@donaldhitchcock5716]

I carry too heavy a backpack!

[@oparisleclerc]

It's so hard to get a reservation at Ohana for a party of 5

[@UmmYeahOk]

Every time AJ reminds viewers that they can get more fast passes after the first three I get mad, and tell my iPad to shut up! If everyone knows, then it will be even more difficult for me to get one!

[@JohanMsWorld]

Be flexible and alert during youre stay in the parks - The most memorable and magical moments of youre stay can happen when you least expect them if you are awake (and polite) enough to grab the chance. My photo with four disney princesses in Akershus happen that way. Also dont be afraid to ask FP operators reservation personal if you can use FP or dinner reservations earlier or later if youre scheduele does not work for you. I used FPs both earlier and later and I postphoned a diner reservation when I was not hungry at my reservation time. Id have to wait forty minutes but I needed a relax down anyway at that point. And make sure to have enough money for those things you want to buy - Specially if its a once in a lifetime trip. The last thing youd need to have regrets over afterwards is that item you wanted but felt you couldnt afford. Also - Those parks are huge. Dont expect to experience everything even at a full day in the park so focus on thise things you want and dont feel sorry for the rest. They will be there for the next time. Johan.

[@JohanMsWorld]

Also do remember that some sort of transportations can be an experience in itself. Like flying the skyliner or taking a boat trip around the hotels. J.

[@caseymoran6628]

Thank you! I'm planning my little families first trip. Great tips!

[@davefink2408]

And to add to my tantrum/meltdown at 9:48 is he waves away Mickey as he goes to the carpet. I swear, one of the best parts of going to the parks (especially Magic Kingdom) is watching the meltdowns/tantrums and parents yelling at each other and the kids. You just have to take a seat and watch them go by.

[@cwesley2005]

One mistake to avoid: not using extra magic hours! Suck it up, wake up early and get on flight of passage!

[@FROMKYLE2U]

As usual outstanding information....so very much appreciated !!!

[@rreagan007]

I have to disagree with you about Hoop-Dee-Doo not having good food. I was there last week and the fried chicken and ribs were delicious. The side dishes and dessert were really good too.

[@TheWuffball]

The only consistent thing about Disney food is that it’s inconsistent 👍🏻

[@TheWuffball]

But yeah, I love the fried chicken there too

[@starfishocean8790]

My fried chicken was to tough for me in July. Ive only had it once thought.

[@dgfarr1]

I agree. HDD has amazing fried chicken, and I’m not really a fried chicken guy.

[@julianahilliard]

Do you have videos with Tips about traveling to Disney during Thanksgiving?

[@kriscynical]

Tip: hang on to your butts and pray to survive. lol In all seriousness though, it will be very _very_ crowded so be mindful of keeping track of each other to not get separated, especially if you have young kids with you. I think most table service restaurants have some semblance of a Thanksgiving dinner the day of, and ADRs are a must for the entire trip if you want one "solid" meal a day that isn't fast food. Also if you have young kids try to make sure they don't wait until it's an emergency to say they need to use the bathroom, because although I haven't been there for Thanksgiving (friends have), during Spring Break there were 10+ minute lines for even the lesser known bathroom locations!

[@julianahilliard]

Kristin Bergh hahaha

[@starfishocean8790]

Liberty tree tavern serves thanksgiving! Maybe give your kiddos bracelets with your info in case they get lost.

[@_Jenthehen_]

I am also going during thanksgiving for the first time this weekend..... Good luck and have a great trip

[@layabitman2616]

Can we book now for 2021 the next celebration time or when is the earliest time to book in advance for a future trip? If I can book now do I get to keep the same pricing now? Can I get an annual pass now for 2021?

[@whirlingpeach]

Laya Bitman maybe not the annual pass but maybe the tickets

[@christinaanderson4892]

You can book hotels 499 days before your trip, most other things are 180 days

[@sweetie1986]

My trip isn’t complete without or or two Mickey premium bars. But I also only get to go once every few years (we can’t get them I store here in Canada 😭)

[@ahrenbej]

How do I get this job??

[@vanapeterson4513]

I do love these videos so much. I have been to WDW several times and I am planning to take my boyfriend for the first time next winter. These videos are super helpful, well-done, frequent and updated, and also help with my homesickness for my happy place. Thank you AJ! ❤

[@bosstalk9093]

So I watched so many episodes of DFB Guide that I have the feeling I've been to Disney World a hundred times and don't have to see it in person.

[@michaelhatfield8163]

I’ve been extremely fortunate to visit wdw several times in a he past decade. I watch all kinds of vids, but there’s nothing like actually experiencing it in person.

[@heartbeatzgirl4075]

More info about New Year's Eve, please?

[@starfishocean8790]

Good lucks. Although I did hear that animal kingdom doesn't get as busy on holidays.

[@emilywhite3117]

WDW does the special New Years fireworks on the 30th and the 31st. I was there (as a MK cast member) in 2018-2019. The 30th was truly hilariously empty and the 31st was at capacity by early afternoon. If you plan on being in WDW I highly recommend seeing magic kingdom fireworks the 30th and then go to a late dinner/night cap on the 31st (with a fireworks view wouldn’t be the worst to try to get) or disney springs is usually not super crowded on the 31st.

[@heartbeatzgirl4075]

@@emilywhite3117 Thanks for the tip! I will be arriving at Orlando on the 31st unfortunately, but I am planning on going into Epcot for that day

[@annadownya7754]

My Disney buddy and I do Hollywood studios every NYE and it is fantastic!! I've been told epcot is great too for NYE doing NYE multiple times "around the world " with the added benefit of because it's so huge it doesn't really get full. MK gets full at some point every NYE but will eventually clear up. Trick for you though, if u have a dining reservation they have to let u in the park even if at capacity!!! (Have to show them the time on your eml or app!)

[@rslitman]

Video suggestion - Best rides if you have back problems but want a bit of a thrill. The old Maelstrom in Norway was good for this.

[@leahc9723]

On more than one occasion, I've gone on a holiday and had it be less crowded on that day than the other days I've gone. Maybe everyone has that mentality that it will be crowded? I've gone on 4th of July, Labor Day, and Easter. None were as crowded as the days before or after that holiday. I'm going on Thanksgiving this trip and I'm sure it will be fine as I got a Peter Pan FP that day, and wasn't able to any of the other dates.

[@mike28003]

Iv never planned I find it best to go with the flow a lot less stressful

[@ciphernine9296]

i feel personally attacked here. I love Sci Fi Diner....

[@leeannpoole9957]

Oh yum!! Where will I find the Pineapple upside down cake with Dole Whip?

[@ethansucksatcuphead]

I had an awful experience with the Disney buses the last time I was there. It was late and everyone was leaving the Magic Kingdom, and there were absolutely NO BUSES to Art of Animation, where we were staying. We stood in the line for an hour, and in that hour, SEVEN BUSES WITH NO ONE IN THEM went to the Transportation and Ticket Center. WHO THE HECK IS GOING TO THE TTC AT 11:00 AT NIGHT??? Me and my dad eventually were like, screw it, were hopping on a Pop Century bus and walking. There also had only been one bus for Pop Century in that hour. The bus to Pop finally came, still no bus to Art of Animation, and if that bus ride could have a name it would be "Are you claustrophobic? No? Well, you are now." There were so many people on the bus, it was so crowded. I don't know why we didn't just call an Uber.

[@mustangrose13]

You talking about waiting in line for special merch reminded me of waiting 8 hours in line for the very first iPhone in 2007. Ends up every store was sent MANY and there wasn't any type of line an hour after they started selling, aka no need to wait in line all day haha.

[@MyWestiesTV]

I thought I made a mistake once........... but I was mistaken! Great share Go Bills!!!!

[@joannahurley5864]

My son (5 at the time), had the meal plan on his magic band (but not the credit card!). This meant he could get all the snacks he wanted. He decided he was getting a Mickey Bar EVERY DAY. He was mildly disappointed when a CM gave him one in Epcot as pixie dust bc he didn't get to use his band! :) That trip was very kid-driven. When he wanted to ride something, we stood in line (after explaining how long it would be). When he wanted to go swim, we did. Even tried naps, which didn't always happen. We also did some very late ADRs, including one that let us watch the EPCOT fireworks from dinner. From which we turned around and discovered my niece had fallen asleep on the table. Oops. Might have been a little too late.