19 Things You Didn't Know You Could Do in Disney World

[@sandratravis7743]

My son and his friends went around Epcot telling people to eat at the Coral Reef because it was such a great experience. Disney cast members heard them and tracked them down. They were given a backstage tour of the kitchen by the head chef and a free meal at Coral Reef. They took lots of pictures and had a fabulous time.

[@luckylissette]

Sandra Travis that’s awesome!! The Coral Reef is a great restaurant. Last time we ate there, there were divers in the tank that kept interacting with everyone. It was so much fun for my kids.

[@aerialeggbeater2644]

When my sons and I dove the Living Seas we would go near the Coral Reef restaurant, hang upside down and watch people eat, and wave at the kids

[@serenatwilite4005]

Aerial Eggbeater Sounds like you and your sons are enterprising, good spirited folks, too bad you didn't get a free meal for all the fun you provided.

[@zoefitz6227]

wow

[@azraelle6232]

Back in the 90's when my family went to WDW for our parent's anniversary, they didn't do the buttons thing. But while on the bus that took us to our resort, the driver was chatting with us since it was later and no one else was using it. My father casually mentioned that we were there for their anniversary. We got into our rooms no more than ten minutes later to find a cake waiting for us. Amazing how quickly that bus driver had to move on that information to make it happen! One more part of Disney magic!

[@MrFlippybob]

I read this to the tune of the Bojack horsemen intro...

[@YourLaddieBerto]

That’s so nice of the bus driver! I’m glad he did it. I hope you and your parents had a good experience

[@cheflilyo3142]

Omg 😭 That is just precious! 💜

[@LegendsofSolComics]

That is awesome! That was nice of the bus driver :)

[@MikkiLove21]

ALWAYS let Disney know you're celebrating! If you're staying at a WDW, let them know when you book. One of my favorite memories was spending my birthday at WDW and they had a birthday card waiting in the room that was signed by the classic characters, there was a voicemail from Mickey and Minnie singing Happy Birthday to me, some of the chefs at our dinner reservations had made a gorgeous "Happy Birthday" plating displays in chocolate, and EVERY SINGLE cast member that saw the button made sure to say Happy Birthday! They definitely know how to make you feel super special!

[@piperlee4213]

MikkiLove21 yep! I went to Disney in LA for my 8th birthday. I’m Australian btw so we travelled half way across the world to get there. That night we ate at the jungle cafe and after our meals, the chefs brought out a chocolate lava cake. This year it’ll be ten years since then and it’s always amazing to hear similar stories and constant efforts made by the Disney cast members. Disney cast members are truly amazing

[@disneydiaries7501]

MikkiLove21 yes! I took my daughter and granddaughter to the Princess Breakfast on my birthday and ALL the princesses signed a card for me! I even included it on one of my Disney vlogs.

[@miaburress9688]

We normally go on vacation for my parents anniversary and they gave them buttons and every cast member would say happy anniversary I just love how nice and caring the characters are so nice

[@mariaerdgzn]

I wish I would spend my birthday at Disney but tickets are impossible! I did go for my parents anniversary and my sister and I were sneaking around getting buttons and a cake for them. Their reactions when we opened the hotel door and saw their cake with their names and a message saying “20 ears” (instead of 20 years) was priceless and it is one of my favorite memories

[@spicyflamingo34]

What Disney do you like better Like : Walt Disney world (Orlando ) Comment: Disneyland (California )

[@carolchatman9373]

Sofia Salese Orlando

[@superdude31107]

Da Land

[@abbyradic825]

Land

[@isabellabeltran7004]

Land

[@zoefitz6227]

I've never been

[@thethree33aj17]

I went on my birthday and got a button, and during festival of fantasy, Merida from the top of her float noticed my button and basically sign languaged “how old are you turning?” . Disney is amazing 😂

[@addison290]

Thethree33 AJ Awesome! Did you respond?

[@thethree33aj17]

AddaKate _ yes, I held up 10 fingers!

[@karsen7395]

I read "How old are you turning?" in her voice.😂 I love the Disney cast members.

[@americandragon8612]

That’s cute! The Disney princesses always treats the guests well :)

[@angiehawkins8289]

It is so nice to here a normal voice on a KZbin video. I am a WDW vet and knew these but I like to watch your vids because of how great you narrate!

[@Nikita4ever7000]

I wonder if there is a way to get her put on the job permantly

[@skipbreakfast]

Her voice isn't normal. This is practiced!

[@serenatwilite4005]

Yes, this is definitely a practiced, professional voice. As pleasant as it is, it gets a little annoying after watching 2 or 3 of these vids in a row.

[@TehMonitorTV]

Hear*

[@curinnards]

@@serenatwilite4005 This is a Disney voice. It is the first thing you are issued when you are hired; just before your costume and name tag.

[@coreyjacob1207]

If there is a cast member that makes your day soooo magical let Disney know that goes in there employment records and that helps when that member comes up for a promotion or any awords or recommended soooooo tell some one how happy you were it helps

[@scass14]

I went to Disney World over the summer to celebrate my college graduation and I had a celebration button on. A cast member noticed, talking with my while I was in line to meet sleeping beauty and francs, and then made sure that my mom and I got to walk with sleeping beauty when she was done her meet and greet. It was so special and magical and I wish that I had known about the compliments account them because he made one of the highlights of our trip happen.

[@thebunnyfoofoo]

1. Segway tours through woods at fort wilderness campground. The segways have big tread tires too. 2. Free guided tour at fort wilderness lodge some mornings. 3. Surfing in the tide pool at typhoon lagoon. 4. All you can drink mimosas with breakfast at The Wave at the contemporary resort. 5. Dole whip and dole whip rum drinks at Polynesian resort. 6. Chef's table at Victoria & Alberts at Grand Floridian (also they have a special room called The Queen's room there). 7. Take boat out to see fireworks on the water. Boat is at yacht and Beach Club. Goes out on water to see Epcot fireworks show. 8. Free twinning tea tour at Epcot flower & garden show. Get free tea after tour too. Show all the varieties of tea plants. At uk pravillion. 9. Giant pin board doors open at pin trading center at Disney springs. 10. Only place to take amphicar tours is at boathouse at Disney Springs. 11. Virtual and augmented reality games at magic kingdom. Hidden ports all over magic kingdom. There may be one in Epcot, but two (at least) games in MK. 12. Tea time at grand Floridian. Comes with tea pot, finger sandwiches, the works!

[@jpwhataboutit]

thebunnyfoofoo Thanks!

[@Maui-uf7nk]

When I was in Disney I over heard a girl asking a crew member why there was a wire coming out of the castle. He responded saying “You see, Prince Charming likes ESPN and the only way he can get it is by that cable.” I love this conversation bc it shows how caring the people at Disney are. I’ve been there twelve times in my twelve years life and this is the most heart warming thing I’ve heard to keep a girls dreams alive

[@notsxcretsociety]

You can also go to the barber shop and get “pixie dust”. All you do is go in and ask is ask for pixie dust, then they ask you to make a wish then they put hairspray and sprinkle glitter over you! Totally free too!

[@disneydiaries7501]

Lulu Lima this is a great tip that I wish I’d known when we took our granddaughter! Oh we’ll, next time! ,

[@averygaitens.]

Thanks! I’ll totally do that!!

[@byakuyatogami2905]

It's true on the cruises too!!

[@ashleybadiukiewicz2430]

Lulu Lima they no longer do the pixie dust at the barber shop

[@mariaerdgzn]

They did it for me at the boutique in Cinderella’s castle because my sister and I got nostalgic (we were sitting in those chairs 10 years ago!)

[@CosplayCore]

I make my own Disney button pins to wear to the parks... Last summer, we went to WDW to celebrate my first college graduation and to say goodbye to a few known attractions that I grew up on (tears were shed) and I'm a big fan of Figment from EPCOT, so I designed my own button pin to wear to EPCOT that celebrated my graduation by featuring Figment with a mouse-eared cap and a little diploma in claw while saying "Electron beam and crystal prisms! I DID IT!". At the entrance into EPCOT, I was stopped by a CM just so she could ask where I got my button! XD When I told her I drew it myself, she told me how much she liked it and it made me WAY more happy than if I had gotten a FastPass...

[@mskitty73999]

I Love doing the "Penny Quest" There are penny machines everywhere that you can get pressed as different characters, but what some people may not know is that you can go to any park (also disney spring) customer service location and they can give you a list of ALL the penny locations so you can hunt for all of them. Bring some shiny pennies!

[@DFBGuide]

Fun!!

[@brandilittle6597]

My boys and I love to press pennies! They are awesome souvenirs!

[@PurdueAlum01]

We got the pressed penny album at our first stop and it had a map, was a great activity and keepsake for my young niece. It adds up quickly as each machine has several penny styles, but I guess everything at WDW adds up we are just frugal. I think she just about filled the small album but had loads that we didn't get. So many machines were buried in stores it was too bad we spent more time searching through stores then we would have otherwise. I know thats to temp you to buy other things but we didnt. Still, fun.

[@disneydiaries7501]

You can find lists online before you go, too. It helps a little to have an idea up front.

[@caymanjack1]

I have done the Dive Quest thing a couple of times. It is so much fun. You become part of the Disney Cast for a short period of time. I like spying on the people eating dinner. The kids love watching the divers. Disney supplies all the equipment including mask, fins and snorkel. This is defiantly worth it if you’re a certified diver.

[@Haunted-houses]

I watched one of your videos before I went on my vacation last week and it talked about Christopher Robin's room that's no longer in use as a meet and greet spot. My sister and I love Winnie the Pooh so we headed straight to Epcot's London to find it. We were trying to see inside (it's a bit hard for my sister since she's in a wheelchair) and a cast member came over and let us go inside! It was magical and we have you to thank for the experience since we had no idea it existed. Thank you so much for your informative videos!

[@DrFranklynAnderson]

Hailie Macholl I was floored at how accommodating for wheelchairs Disney World was when I went a few years ago. Even the tea cup ride, which I looked at and decided there was no way I’d be able to get in the seat, I found out after I returned home that they had a transfer board I could have used!

[@thebunnyfoofoo]

Go the the back of the toy store in uk pavilion, where the kids color. The door to Christopher robins room is there. Shhh

[@teniren40]

We went on our only Disney trip 12 years ago as part of a dance competition my them 8 year old daughter was in. We had 1 day to explore the parks, so we spent half a day at The Magic Kingdom and half at Epcot. The two moments I will NEVER forget was her meeting Mickey (beyond special treatment) and walking into Christopher Robin’s room where we met Pooh, Tigger, Eeyore, Rabbit, Piglet, and Owl. And as thrilled as my daughter was, I was the one sobbing. Pooh has been my best friend and confidante since I was 2. I have a world of Pooh things. And when my mom passed when I was 23, she quoted Pooh to me. Yeah, that room, that moment, pure magic.

[@roumdboi]

"Cake ordering hotline" was not a phrase I think I ever expected to hear in my life. Disney is magic. O:

[@disneydiaries7501]

Ghostiebun my family did it as a surprise for me, and it was fabulous! They had to delivered to California Grill where we were having dinner, and the staff took care of everything!

[@floridascubadiver2212]

Excellent video.. As a former cast member I worked as a dive master at the formally known as the Living Seas which is now known as The Seas. If you are a certified diver I can tell you that diving at The Seas is a must do experience for any diver.

[@aricente]

Huh, those haircuts are reasonably priced. Surprising

[@Newberntrains]

Walmart haircuts cost more than WDW cuts MIND BLOWN

[@MrKpr56789]

I swear this is making my ability to plan a vacation seem so much greater than it is lol. My girlfriend and I are planning to go around Christmas time this year and I'm trying to find little surprises to show her on her first time. These videos are the best! Thank you!

[@betsy3869]

Kevin Rogers That’s so awesome! Christmas time really is the best time to be at WDW. Btw, you can have flowers, gifts, or treats sent to your room before you arrive or on a certain special day. You can place an order online or call the WDW florist. I’m only mentioning this because I’ve always wanted this done for me, lol. I hope you and your lady have a great trip!

[@MrKpr56789]

Betsy Quispe thanks so much! We’ve both been looking forward to this for quite awhile. I’ll do my best to work my romantic magic now with your help haha!

[@DFBGuide]

Kevin I'm so excited for you!! Enjoy!

[@ndarleneg04]

How sweet and romantic!! :O *.*

[@AnonyMous-gs2gw]

hell yeah. Get that puss bro

[@veronicajude]

For some reason the idea of getting your haircut at the Magic Kingdom cracks me up. :-)

[@DFBGuide]

It's so cute for the little kids!!

[@luckylissette]

It’s so much fun!!! They’ll even put fairy dust or pirate sprinkles in your hair. My son had his first haircut there and I’m waiting for my daughter to have enough hair to get her first haircut there too.

[@michaelsharp2272]

My son LOVES getting a haircut in Magic Kingdom. Fun stuff the barber does is "color" his hair (it washes out" and he gets Mickey confetti sprayed in too. Lots of fun ..... and it's a decent haircut on top of that.

[@troodon1096]

I'm kind of surprised how cheap it is; it's only a few dollars more than Great Clips.

[@doingitwelldotbiz]

Binging old vids in 2024 and it's wild how different dfb vids used to be! Still comforting with useful info, which is why I can't stop watching.

[@spadesgrl]

I just found your channel tonight, and I'm already obsessed!! My fiance and I are going to WDW for our honeymoon after our wedding at the very end of April/start of May, and I'm SO excited!! The more research I do, the more I'm glad we're going as a married couple, and as adults! The magic never seems to stop at Disney, no matter your age 😍

[@jsthings967]

The scuba diving and dining in the aquarium restaurant part remind me of full house hahaa

[@DFBGuide]

Those 80s sit coms in Disney World are responsible for my obsession.

[@jsthings967]

omg same hahah

[@jackass123491]

Me too lol

[@333pinkelephant333]

haha i think boy meets world also did it in one of their disney world episode lol

[@svhwdwnut]

DFBGuide me too

[@louiseherrick1728]

I knew about most of these but thank you for popping the prices on. That’s often missing from other vlogs but really it’s what we all want to know most!

[@AlexandriaPurgatori]

The buttons are so much fun. I have a ton of custom Disney buttons that I wear on my trips and cast members love them; it gives them a little glimpse into some of your favorite things about Disney. I even had buttons made for myself and my boyfriend when I graduated college. Mine said, "I graduated!" his said, "I helped!" Cast members noticed them all the time and gave us lots of fun stuff. We got cupcakes, slushies, free souvenir mugs when we ordered drinks. They went above and beyond for us just because of some buttons.

[@fourdoorsmoresmores]

I'm going to work at Disney for 6 months on an internship this month. These videos, especially the Barber will help alot. Thank you!

[@ltm3368]

The Unfriendly Canadian Wow, how did you get your internship?

[@fourdoorsmoresmores]

Through my university

[@BayRaeDay]

I do believe you can make a reservation or an appointment for the barber shop. We just did this for a first haircut and I made the appointment 3 months ago. Someone tried to walk in but they were turned away early in the morning due to being booked for the day.

[@DFBGuide]

Yep!! Just updated the Description -- You CAN Make a Reservation for Harmony Barber Shop! Call [phone] :-D

[@reliev33]

was just goign to say it ours is this month for our little one its hard to get though :)

[@thejbelectrified]

I don't do the haircuts, but I make sure to ask for Mary-Anne at the barbershop when I am planning my stop-by for pixie dust. If you ask for her by name, she tends to slide you a quick ten minutes on your trip for a comb/spray/ and dust.

[@luckylissette]

And their hours are from 9-5 (or 4) only.

[@MrBblhed]

Back when I was in the Navy and stationed in South Georgia I used to go to Disney World every pay day weekend when I was on port, I used my annual pass to get in and then headed to the old barber shop half way up Main Street on the left where I would get my haircut. Back then the Barbershop was more like a regular Barbershop anywhere else back then, they even knew me. The Barbershop is no longer like that and is normally really busy.

[@kevinwickwire7021]

I remember talking to an older gentleman about the barber shop. He said they use to do a old time hot towel shave and he would get one at the start of his stay. He explained the way it was done and that the shave would last 3 to 4 days.

[@vivalanina]

I got such a kick out of almost everyone I interacted with wishing me happy birthday with my birthday button. I've never felt so seen, loved and celebrated by SO many people for my birthday before! Definitely worth picking up!

[@headofthelime66ok58]

Do not know if its in the comments, but we were not Animal Kingdom fans until 2 years ago. When we discovered the scavenger hunt. It really makes you see things that you would never see without looking for them. We now make sure we go every time.

[@aerialeggbeater2644]

My sons and I dove Divequest, at the Seas (formerly Living Sea), and loved it. We got t shirts and videos of our dives included. I don’t know if it is offered anymore, but my sons were able to take a Segway tour of the Lands at Epcot, which was really fun for them.

[@jealicea]

I will definitely give a shout out to a cast member next time. I had a cast member connect with me with dealing with my autistic son at Animal Kingdom. We shared a moment and she understood and went beyond her way to make my son feel comfortable. Next time I'm taking names of these special cast members will be named and appreciated!

[@shaered4378]

My husband and I were celebrating our 3 year anniversary and had a happily ever after button. A few places had given us a free desert! Many cast members said congrats and stuff. It was really heartwarming. We also had an extra special card and gift in our resort room.

[@Trickstress_]

Spotted my friend Madi at 7:45 getting as cast compliment! :D

[@Sharon-pb7so]

Don't forget about the fireworks cruise and the Illuminations cruise. Both fabulous. If you can only do one do the Illuminations cruise, tip the captain before you get back to the dock and say... do we have to go back already!?... and they might take you on an extra long cruise afterwards.

[@diegospanties4637]

I’m going to Disney world tommrow for the first time! Wish me luck!

[@misterrsirr]

Patryk Hope you enjoyed it or are enjoying it if you’re still there

[@diegospanties4637]

zygoticc I actually just came back! Thanks:

[@alyssarouso]

During the Epcot International Festival of the Arts you can also take Animation Drawing Classes in Epcot!!

[@sheigh493]

Im not sure if they still have it, but at EPCOT, there used to be a building full of different types of Coke (or Pepsi. can’t remember) Coke from around the world and 100% free to sample. and you could sample as much as you wanted. Does anyone know if that’s still there???

[@bdrv18]

Sheigh Carpenter Yes, it’s called Club cool. I went there, and it’s coke.

[@lorrainepollachek1022]

Yes, it is still there. Pass by Spaceship Earth on its left and you'll find the Coke Store on the right near the big fountain. Its still all you can drink on premises. I don't think they permit you to take any with you.

[@darkzoneattractions1060]

Yes it’s still is, and it’s Coke.

[@panth753]

Sheigh Carpenter they were still doing it when I went in December.

[@GrimReaper1123]

Sheigh Carpenter Yea, that place is awesome. Lots of cool flavors.

[@nifflinNiffler]

Your videos make me so excited for WDW! Our trip is about two years away but I am planning very seriously! The best tip I've heard from you so far is that we aren't going to get everything done our first time. Oh and the walking tip! We bought a treadmill to practice walking that long/far!! ❤️ Thanks DFB!!

[@GouldGroupKW]

I did not know that I can get Sprinkles delivered to my room! Its one of my favorite things to get when I visit, so this is awesome to know about for the future!!!

[@debrabrungardt6366]

Hal Gould how much does the cupcakes cost?

[@agletdontforgetit]

I got to do the drawing class at Hollywood Studios before it closed, and it was when I sucked at art since I was eight. However, I got to draw the Toy Story alien and it’s hanging up in my upstairs hallway!

[@miso_sleepy]

Oh my goodness! As a soon to be veterinary technology student, the Disney Animal Specialist lunch sounds like so much fun! It's literally two of my most favorite things in the world combined, animals and Disney. Even the horseback rides sound like such a fun activity for a relatively great price. 😃

[@MrRickyt2]

Holy Cow, that’s me!!! I love everything Disney and been there many times. I saw your video and wanted to see what I didn’t know. When low and behold I see a picture of me in your video. That is me scuba diving by the Mickey head at around the 8:38 mark. You have to tell me how you got that picture. That’s Awesome!!! Great Video and Thanks for the memory! That was a blast.

[@bryonyamada2620]

I've done the Scuba thing. That was fun and I was for a short time part of the attraction.

[@lexirogers6605]

I went snorkeling at the Nemo ride and it was so cool! Totally would recommend! The fish and turtles would come up to you and you get a backstage tour of the animals they have in the aquarium.

[@dani3935]

Hi AJ, The Harmony Barbershop, yes you can make an appointment for children's haircuts, Adults are walk up, or hopes of walking in on same day. You can call Disney Dining and make an appointment. I do this every year when I make dining reservations. =) Great tips!

[@adamjarema1816]

One of my favorite free things to do is earn Wilderness Explorer Badges at Animal Kingdom. It's a great way to see the park as well!

[@TheSweatyTravelingMom]

We’ve enjoyed haircuts at the harmony barber shop and have been able to reserve appointments each time as well as snag a photopass photographer for my daughter’s first haircut!

[@sammylane21]

That Scuba Diving/tours thing,so that is what "Dana" from the 90's tv show "STEP BY STEP" was doing in that "BOY MEETS WORLD" crossover episode and how she was able to get so close to the Dolphins area,huh??

[@katee1317]

New comment on an old video, I know, but the "I'm celebrating!" buttons brought back a great memory. In 2011 I was on my high school's senior trip, and we were at Epcot. We had on these (ugly) matching shirts, and I guess a cast member took notice as we were in line for Test Track. She started chatting with us, and we casually mentioned we were on our senior trip. She got excited and ran off. I kind of thought that'd be the last we'd see of her, since we were in a ride line. But that line was very long, and she came back and found us and handed me and my three friends each an "I'm celebrating!" button! Thank you, cast member. I'll never forget your little act of Disney magic.

[@FabianAndNina4ever]

i worked at walt disney world for almost a year and i didn’t know about a lot of these!

[@ltm3368]

Grace Breen How did you get the opportunity to work there? I’d love to

[@debragray384]

L.t. M try the DCP! (disney college program)

[@louiseherrick1728]

Untamed Lunch at Sanaa is every Wednesday & Saturday. I went for my birthday 2 years ago. It was brilliant & really good value for money. I know...not something you often hear when talking about a Disney Dining experience!

[@ClaireNamo]

I did the scuba diving back when I was in HS! It was so amazing and one of the best experiences I’ve ever had in my entire life

[@jackier3046]

I went to Disney for my 16th birthday and I got a birthday button when we arrived at the resort. Whenever we were at the parks and I had my button, I got to participate in so many activities with cast members, it made my sweet sixteen really magical!!

[@joyce52]

I have been to Disney World several times and have stayed in Ft. Wilderness, Contemporary and Port Orleans. I have also stayed in (what is now Downtown Disney, but then it was known as Lake Buena Vista), in the Howard Johnson's hotel Now you know how old I am. 😁 Back then it was like a park/playground for children and lovely to just walk around. The Empress Lilly was there also and we had dinner in there. Out of the places I have stayed, I think Port Orleans was my favorite. It was a combination of fun and peacefulness. Because my sister and I were in our 60's, we had a room in the first building as you enter so we could easily get around and we loved our room. It was a corner room, so lots of sunlight. The little ferry there took us to Downtown Disney and we found a wonderful restaurant right on the water near the ferry stop and it took our dining coupons and the food was absolutely delicious. Wish I could remember the name. Do you happen to know where I am talking about? Probably is something else by now.

[@addyslumber5465]

Disney Vacation Club Hotels have such amazing set up. They have weekday morning activities like yoga, jog, and bicycle riding! It can go to a spa, pool (w/ water slides), and movie nights! So you should stay there

[@alizemcfarlin]

Aj has the most comforting voice!

[@elgordo687]

I rode a horse at Disney World almost 25 years ago & that's my best memory! Body Wars & many other weird things had just opened at Epcot & looking back it was very out of touch with what I (probably other kids too) were into at the time. I haven't been back but I'm addicted to your videos & hope to go (or work there) someday!

[@RonnieRoss]

You can make reservations for the barber shop and you can do a walk in if no reservations are available; I had luck walking in around open to schedule a haircut for later in the day when it was extra hot outside.

[@caitlinfox7082]

You can also find the A5 Wagyu beef at Yachtsmen Steakhouse at The Yacht Club! And it was an optional add on for my personalized menu at Victoria and Albert’s at The Grand Floridian a couple years ago!

[@Ae21403]

We did the nighttime safari at AKL. Absolutely amazing experience. Highly recommended.

[@HockeyVictory66]

WDW is awesome. Spent a week there at the Boardwalk resort with my family and it was the best vacation we have ever had. We had a cottage and also paid for the concierge floor. The cast members at the hotel were super helpful and nightlife at the Boardwalk was great.

[@katelynamato2344]

You now what you can do at Disney? SEE DISCO YETI

[@andreajohnson26]

Thanks for all of the tips! Just wanted to let you know that you can make appointments for the barbershop. We made an appointment when our oldest son got his haircut there a few years ago, and I called to make an appointment for our youngest son's first haircut this summer just a few weeks ago!

[@RachelXKnight666]

I wish I knew about the compliment cast member thing when I went to WDW in feb 2013. I ended up collapsing in the park from exhaustion and after sleeping for a while in the first aid room a cast member actually drove me back to my hotel. Amazing service!!!

[@abbeyw.2237]

I loved my Happy Birthday button when I went on my 16th birthday! All I remember is getting a call from Goofy in a shop in Hollywood Studios. I thought it was the coolest thing. I'm returning for a day on my honeymoon and will definitely get another button.

[@michaelsharp2272]

You an also rent pontoon boats at Epcot and on Seven Seas Lagoon to watch fireworks .... and you can go fishing in World Showcase Lagoon before Epcot opens ... and in Seven Seas Lagoon (catch and release).

[@DFBGuide]

Great additions! I love getting the boats for fireworks on special occasions!

[@alexisbk9576]

Thank you so much for all your great info AJ! My family and I started watching Disney Food Blog a few weeks ago and love it! :)

[@justsewingly]

I had my haircut in MK in 2016 and was able to make a reservation, however don't be late or you will lose your spot (I took too long at the Big Top circus meet and greet and had to wait an extra 45 minutes)

[@DFBGuide]

Eep!!

[@SlythierinPrincess]

Was going to say, you can call to make a haircut reservation. I definitely recommend doing that as opposed to first come. We just had one done in December

[@florazio]

I did the scuba diving at the Seas and it was one of the best experiences I've ever had at WDW

[@Lisa-kd3uh]

Can I just say, I have done the scuba diving and it is the best thing. You get to have a look backstage, learn some marine knowledge, take a look at Disney’s care for marine animals and more. You get to see so so many species of fish in one place...just the best. Visibility is pretty sweet too. You can wave to your friends, family and the public! It is one of the best experiences I’ve ever had at Walt Disney World and if you had the licence to Scuba Dice and going to Walt Disney World, I say do it! You won’t regret it!

[@tamitoohey2392]

We're going for the first time in 2020! So excited!! Thank you for all your valuable info!!!!

[@mandalore0436]

As an annual pass holder I did all of these and would recommend doing the diving when the park opens at 9 . Also an episode of full house was filmed at Disney and there is a scene of diving and the coral reefs restaurant

[@disneydiaries7501]

Dining with an imagineer at the Brown Derby is on my Disney bucket list!

[@dee_mcgee11]

Would love to try one of the drawing classes at Art of Animation.

[@ClemTigers07]

me too! they used to have it at the Animation Courtyard in Hollywood Studios but got rid of it for Star Wars Launch Bay. Check out our channel for more Disney videos!

[@emmataylor6283]

They are so fun. I drew a Olaf and a Donald

[@mommytorres16]

justaspoonfulofsniders that's where we first met the Incredibles! Our animation guy was named *Tom* and we were the only people in the room! I took photos 😊👍

[@disneydiaries7501]

If you’re ever in Disneyland, they have them at California Adventure.

[@dreamonline1996]

Have been to Disney at least 30 times and have two family members who work staff for Disney races and park management but I had no idea about these. Thank you for sharing!

[@kimberlyb.9314]

My girl friend refused to get her hair cut for 2 months before we went in Jan 2017 when she found out the barber was there she looked like Shaggy by the time we left but it was one of the highlights of our WDW vacation for her.

[@DFBGuide]

Ha ha!

[@hoperobers4542]

You can also arrange a private meet and greet with your favorite character though CITY HALL in the Magic Kingdom. My daughter arranged for us to meet Ariel and Prince Erick in a private parlor back behind the desk area.

[@AztecblondieRN]

We love hunting for hidden Mickeys. For someone who has been to Disney dozens of times, it adds a little something fun to the lines or rides. Speaking if rides, you can also request to sit in the front of the coaster rides.

[@SlobiWan79]

Two words... fishing expedition... well worth the price and lots of fun

[@GRACECOLLEEN]

I am definitely going to sign up for Lunch with an imagineer at the Hollywood Brown Derby. I think having a nice meal with a group and learning something new about Disney would be a great experience!

[@graciellalintner6061]

Me and my family love to resort hop and see what the other resorts have to offer and what adventures we can go on!!!!

[@tonymac4044]

What a great speaking voice you have!!!!!

[@elizabethgodwin7805]

Thank you so much for your videos! So well done and so informative. I love that you add the numbers to call. I live really close to Disney World so some of these will be a great opportunities to try. Just subscribed. You're great!

[@SamyulDavis]

The Scuba Diving experience is one of the greatest things i've ever done. The friendly exploration around backstage Epcot also feels like forbidden fun. They even set up and handle all of the equipment for you? Though that might be an American difference when it comes to scuba-diving though. Still, pretty luxurious. The underwater photographer makes a film of the experience and everything.

[@biloxinative]

My daughter and I returned from WDW last week (two days before this video was posted). I did know of some of these things before we went, and we took advantage of several, including the free water. We were asking an older gentleman cast member who was working at Hollywood & Vine Restaurant to direct us to the nearest quick service restaurant, as we thought that's where we could get it. He said "I can get you some water," at which point he went inside and got both of us a big cup of ice water WITH ice, a straw, and a top. So sweet! Then he invited us to sit on their shaded benches (it was very early, around 11:00 a.m., so it wasn't crowded at all). I tried to tip him but he wouldn't take it. Also, one thing not mentioned in this video but maybe in another one - the Highway In the Sky Dine Around. It was wonderful! Like some of the others, a bit pricey, but worth it. In another video you mentioned that adults can order off the children's menu, and we did that a few times (no dining plan - just doesn't work for us). The portions were perfect!

[@emmxx565]

I definitely want to try a nighttime safari tour! 😍

[@ClemTigers07]

It was so fun. The tigers started to fight when we drove by them. Check out our channel for more Disney videos!

[@melenaalsin]

They’re amazing, during the day in the summer it’s always so hot, so the animals hide away during the day. But at night they’re out and super playful!

[@moonbeam3362]

When we stayed at Animal Kingdom Lodge, they had night vision goggles for you to use outside free of charge - was cool to see the animals at night. So if you don’t like the high price tag but still want to try out the goggles, check guest services & they might be doing that for free again

[@AlineSpayd]

Poor animals .... can not even sleep in peace at night now with lights all over them.

[@kylejn927]

You forgot to mention Disney floral and gifts where you can order cakes to be dilivered to your room, order fun gift baskets, and also special in room celebrations for birthdays and anniversary’s that they set up in ur room while your not there for a fun surprise when you get back to your room.

[@DFBGuide]

Those are so fun!

[@Jgarf]

I got my first haircut in the magic kingdom. They stuck stickers all over me to distract me while they cut my hair.

[@AdamDaley1]

You left out the back stage tour at the garden area at Epcot... where you can walk behind the scenes and see how they grow things hydroponically.. it's awesome. It's located in the earth/land/sea pavillion

[@kimgalbraith582]

Thank you so much for mentioning the drawing classes that now moved to the Art of Animation resort. This was one of my favorite things to do while at WDW. At least I know now for my next trip that it isn't gone, just moved.

[@southerndivamag]

You also can take music classes (possibly). I hope they are still offered. My orchestra did this in high school. We worked with a Disney orchestra conductor and we learned how they play music to sync with the movie. They actually watch the movie while playing so the musicians know when to play louder or softer. We learned how to play the "Beauty and the Beast" namesake song, the ballroom scene. So fun!

[@ZZ-xz6lc]

AJ, you have a terrific speaking voice!

[@Awood06]

Z Z I totally agree!! Some people on KZbin have a voice that is either annoying or too hyper, or boring and monotone. AJ has a PERFECT voice and also gives some of the best info

[@sherrysmalley1846]

A wonderful way for me to see what I only got a taste for when I visited the US in '92....things change so much! Gotta keep up here in Australia!

[@megangray2578]

You can and should make an appointment at the Harmony Barber Shop. I made an appointment for my son's first haircut about 2 months in advance ($25 for hair cut, tons of stickers, Mickey Ear Hat embroidered with "My 1st Haircut", a certificate, and a little bag of baby curls- it was so beyond worth it!). Several people were turned away while we were there due to being completely booked.

[@christiesam5418]

Hi,we stayed at the art of animation for our Christmas vacation in December and my son took the animation class, it was really fun!!!👍

[@ClemTigers07]

That's one resort I would like to stay at! Check out our channel for more Disney Videos!

[@TheStarryNightRhone]

Thank you so much for these videos

[@reknit96]

I remember when my family went to Disney World a few years ago. It was my moms birthday and she loved Mary Poppins. She had on the pin and we were waiting for one of the parades to start on Main Street. She was talking to us about how much she wanted to see MP. The parade started and we MP across the street. She actually passed by us on the opposite side. A minute later, we saw her walking back to us. She walked right up to my mom and gave her a hug. In the middle of the parade! Just a little Disney Magic there.

[@kingjames1308]

The braised ribs at Morimoto are off the charts too