30 Things You Weren't Prepared for in Disney World

[@AshleyAdamsBeauty]

For our trip, I ordered temporary tattoos with our phone number if my daughter gets lost.

[@kms5306]

That is a GREAT idea. Did you just order numbers and made your own or ordered your actual number? And where from?

[@jessdelasouza]

As a teacher this is such a helpful tip to tell parents and other teachers about!! Thanks 🙏🏽 I have also recommended wrist bracelets

[@col.trautman6474]

@@AshleyAdamsBeauty thats genius 👏 🙌 👌

[@helloimarabbit4083]

That's really smart.

[@cijmo]

BRILLIANT!!!

[@davidhill7861]

Being awed was definitely a surprise! I have been to Disneyland several times, but seeing Cinderella's castle the first time was Amazing, and then walking into Galaxy's Edge and seeing Kylo Ren's ship made me stop and have to catch my breath! Great trip! :)

[@tulinfirenze1990]

You spelled "Millenium Falcon" wrong. NOBODY is excited to see Emo Ren's ship.

[@davidhill7861]

@@tulinfirenze1990 It was the first ship that I saw and the scale of the thing absolutely floored me.

[@nicolelong2709]

Did you get to experience Rise of the Resistance? It was absolutely amazing!

[@davidhill7861]

@@nicolelong2709 I couldnt get a boarding group, unfortunately. Was able to do smugglers run twice and see the shops, Savvi's workshop, Droid Depot, etc. But the whole area was cool!

[@nicolelong2709]

@@davidhill7861 Awe, I hate that it’s like that! It all was amazing though! My family loved Oga’s Cantina!

[@walvegasgunsandoutdoors]

One of my earliest memories was my dad making my mom cry at Disney world because he was stressed out. It really stuck with me.

[@Lunabit1002]

Great video you guys made a lot of great points and this will definitely be helpful for newcomers to Disney parks. Also the guy at 19:10 who was kicking in the background had me dead.

[@jessicasnow9007]

I was ready for the rain, but not the gigantic puddles I had no choice but to walk through. Pro-tip: don’t wear shoes with memory foam, they turn into sponges!

[@JWelson9980]

I gotta be honest it’s not the walking, I run a lot, it’s the standing. I don’t think many people have conditioned or will be able to condition their bodies for standing in place for hours!

[@lcflngn]

For me it’s the short strides you have to take, plus pivoting, when it’s crowded and you’re behind a bunch of people. That is really tough on my legs.

[@DeborahE7]

@@lcflngn Yes, the itty bitty steps taken all day long are worse than long strides that stretch out the legs.

[@Eternaldarkness3166]

yeah, you don't feel it till after, because you're excited about the rides and the day, and that adrenaline keeps you motivated, but at the end you crash hard.

[@brittsbluetears]

It’s definitely the standing for me as well. I can handle the walking, even in the heat. It’s the standing in the heat that kills me.

[@thejokersmistress15]

Agreed! I can walk forever, but the starting, stopping, and standing in short bursts are what put my hips in ribbons.

[@nicolefink4240]

We logged 67.7 miles at Disneyworld in June. That was over 6 days. I listened to AJ in January when she said we'd walk 10 miles a day. I was like, "Uh, what?? Come again?! I don't think I could do even 3 miles!" This was just the motivation I needed to get healthy. I started working out, eating low carb, and logging miles on Jan. 20th. By June 12th, I was 30 lbs lighter. I was still sore, mind you, but we did 12 miles a day. I was able to keep up with my family and enjoy myself. So listen to AJ when she says you will WALK. And thank you, AJ, for helping me get healthy. I'm closing in on -50 lbs. And it started with you!

[@Silvery12]

That is so awesome that u lost 30 lbs in preparation for Disney!!!

[@travelvibes3656]

Congrats 👏 awesome for you and great advice too.

[@xXxDigitalBathxXx]

Wow great job!

[@mackenzieesslin3111]

That’s awesome

[@219jen]

Watching AJ while working out now in preparation for all the treats!

[@Kalamity125]

As a Floridian, I can tell you that those cooling towels are a godsend. That and the disposable ponchos. You can also bring a pair of cheap flip flops, and Change into those when the rain starts. Then you can put your sneakers into a plastic bag to keep them dry. Switch back to your sneakers when the rain stops. Rain storms in Florida usually don’t last long, but it’s better to do rides with indoor queues in the afternoon when it’s more likely to rain.

[@jessievales8025]

Well said ! As a person that also lives in Florida those are 100 % accurate

[@leonphelps1901]

I was stuck in a downpour last week that gave us 3 1/2 inches of rain in 1 hour. I loved walking around in drenched shoes

[@cijmo]

Likewise with all of your clothes. Unless it's a cold day already, wear light fabrics. They will dry faster after the rain. Jeans are AWFUL to wear all day when they're wet.

[@celiida0204]

We just came back from Disney and this is 100% trueee! Especially the flip-flops!

[@erendidab5207]

Can you share some indoor queue rides? Going in Feb for the 1st time. Thanks for sharing

[@jenniferfuller8026]

Your honesty is appreciated, but it makes me sad that the reality is that Disney world has become like a $10,000 trip to the worlds prettiest DMV. I feel nostalgic for the days when it was a fun family outing that didn’t require a five star general to plan. :(

[@amberjasmine2347]

“A $10,000 trip to the worlds prettiest DMV” the most accurate description I’ve ever heard!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@mitzimitzi2608]

You're so right! My older kids loved Disney World, they're 27 and 23. We took them every few years. But, when I took my younger daughter (she's 14 and 10 years younger than her siblings respectfully) she was just frustrated and stressed and said she never wanted to go back. And, we haven't.

[@ronnimm6456]

We used the Genie app to minimize wait times and to avoid the longest lines. We also plan a late lunch and we either leave after park close or during fire works and we never are there for line drop. That keeps u away from the longest lines of the day. But it is a lot of waiting, u have to get everyone in the frame of mind that waiting is going to happen. Planning is essential in a way that is never was in the past.

[@InMyCruisingEra]

Disney is not part of everyone’s childhood - I just visited for the first time at 39 y.o. And now I’m obsessed 🤩 so yea it’s definitely a magical and informative place ✨

[@hiyoriiki1155]

Ahh I'm so jealous! I just turned 21 and never went to Disney. I hope you had a lot of fun and an amazing experience

[@averageshortking7949]

I'm 30 and planning to go with my wife in the next couple years, we've never been to any of the parks! Never too late, right? 🤙🏼

[@jesterofdimensionz]

What's informative about it? That all Disney wants is your money?

[@InMyCruisingEra]

@@jesterofdimensionz they are so greedy! I probably did not mean informative , typo 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@emilygoodknecht3836]

Same here! I’m 33 and just went for the first time and fell in love!

[@sarahc6171]

Your husbands food poisoning being your company’s origin story is amazing

[@jason4522]

I found you about a month ago when we decided to visit Hollywood Disney and Epcot. It feel as if you have been our personal assistant and tour guide. 🤗 Thank you and your team for the great and truthful reviews. Maybe we’ll run into you near the end of August 😃🙏🏼

[@waedidmyhandlechange]

"Disney World is the size of San Francisco" Now THAT'S something I wasn't prepared to hear

[@hannahstubberfield5708]

Can you please do a video for solo travellers and first timers

[@W4d3101]

Regarding the price of food. This may just be a mind thing or a poor way to budget, but I buy Disney Gift cards in the $25 and $50 dollar amounts from Sam's club well in advance. By doing so you get a 4% discount and you build up a stash. I then use these cards to lessen the sticker shock at check out times. I know that in the end I only saved the 4%, but it feels a lot better. So in a way, It's a little Disney Magic to add to all the other things that are make believe! As a side note, if you buy the gift cards in the higher dollar amounts you are only saving 3%. Go figure....

[@jeanettesmith765]

I always buy Disney gift cardsthroughout the year with my Target red card at a 5% discount.

[@botabrat1]

BJs offers 5% as well

[@fullenw]

i never thought about the "unplug" thing...disney has made that impossible with the need for the app for everything

[@chrystal561]

I didn't even know that adults went to Disney without having children until a friend took me and my fiance a couple years ago and from that moment on, we were hooked. We went to universal for years before, but after having such wonderful service and feeling welcomed at every turn, we changed our annual passes over to Disney. Unfortunately, it has become so expensive and they keep taking away things that made the trip extra magical (free parking, free wristbands, extra magic hours, limited construction, etc.) that we had to get rid of our passes, but we do hope to get it once again when we can afford not worrying about those extra dollars spent and all of the new rides are done being built.

[@Sparty-pi3jq]

I could not agree with you more. Lol I was torn apart in these comments, for saying this a couple of weeks ago after our 1st nightmare Disneyworld trip. I dont expect a bunch of freebies any place i go, but Disney has seemingly pulled out all the fun little freebies they used to give. It's kind of disappointing.

[@juliewebster8333]

Disney without kids is the only way to go LOL

[@emilyh6787]

Muscle Roller Sticks! These saved my vacation. They're light and compact, so packing them away in luggage is no issue. Every night when I got back to my resort from the parks, I would roll out my feet, calves, hamstrings, and lower back before bed. I felt refreshed in the morning without any muscle fatigue. This is a must for every vacation now and it's the advice I tell anyone going, who may be worried about all of the walking they will be doing.

[@jessicasnow9007]

Big yes to the rule breaking. On my most recent trip, the line for the teacups was total anarchy. Much of it was kids waiting and riding alone while the parents took a break on a bench, but there were also adults cutting the line and ducking under the chains. And when I tried to say something, they yelled at me like I was in the wrong. A lot of families think they can send one person to do all the waiting in line and then just walk right up to them when they get close, too! We all get it if one or two people have to step out to use the bathroom now and then, but this was crazy!

[@GLJosh]

Pre pack your backpack to test out walking with it. I walk around with a 16lbs vest to get my body ready for trips like this. Strollers are great for carrying extra gear. Currently I have a sling bag (snacks, water bottle, ponchos), a hip bag (powders, chargers and cables), and wear shorts with additional large pockets.

[@abagailthiriot8821]

Why would Snow White be a great judge? Because she’s the fairest of them all. ❤️

[@obnoxioustaco4252]

Loooool

[@lamainethomson5265]

🤣🤣🤣😍

[@equine_evelyn]

That’s so random but nice one 😂

[@MJAYZ007]

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[@themisfitowl2595]

Ba-Dum Tish.

[@DeborahE7]

Helpful hints! Consider yourself lucky & blessed if you have childhood memories of going to Disney parks. I would say the majority, including myself, does not.

[@blindpeopledostuff3587]

The amount of wonderful cast members was incredible to see. There’s nice and there’s above and beyond. The friendliness was beautifully overwhelming at times.

[@Tony-hv8wz]

My story about being a witness to rule breaking: About 8 years ago, on the yacht into the park a middle aged couple was leaning against the railing and the husband was wrist deep into his wife's shorts. Some old lady was trying to get his attention to tell him to stop. I honestly don't know how he didn't think anyone wouldn't see him. 🤦🏻‍♂️🤢

[@GOLDENM00SE]

Can I just say this channel is such a great comfort channel Your voice always makes me feel calm and happy

[@benitezanette]

Same! I put these videos on before going to sleep so I can relax.

[@timkunk3498]

31) The prices, that Bob cheapek is charging you.

[@elainehill5931]

I don’t worry so much about dropping the lidless cups as bees or lovebugs deciding to take flight into my drink with no lid. This happened to me at our local theme park just this week!

[@inkedenvy4205]

I leave on Saturday!!!!! I’m tearing up just thinking about that first glorious walk into the Magic Kingdom! I’m so happy to be going back!

[@WheelyHeidi]

for me it is the golf ball

[@candycemonroe7345]

Have a great trip.

[@crystalfarley7359]

Me too! Going in October for our 20th anniversary, and I can't wait!

[@PandaLiz91]

@@WheelyHeidi YES! The golf ball is my fav! I get emotional every time I see it!

[@TheDancelina]

Speaking of nostalgia, I was once waiting for Fantasmic, thinking of my dad who took me here 10 years ago. I miss him so much and started to tear...

[@Dlynn710]

I always love to talk about how my husband started his love of WDW. I figured he would prefer Universal over Disney as Universal has the Marvel section, but time and time again he talks to people about the theming of Disney. He always comments on how nice it is to wait in a themee line vs just a plain serpentine style line. Specifically, I love when we went to Toy Story Land and we we in line for Toy Story Mania. We approached the Chalk box and my husband goes "They will have my respect if they committed and made the chalk in the box." Being 6'5 he stretched his arm up and took a pic of the inside of the box and was impressed/stunned they committed to full chalk replicas in the box. 😂 He still tells everyone that Disney outshines everyone else on theming!

[@sayuri3575]

Usually when I go to WDW, my family takes advantage of the Fastpass+ system as much as possible. However, when I went two weeks ago we had to wait in standby lines and we were shocked at how inaccurate the posted wait times were. Almost every line we waited in was way shorter than the actual posted wait times

[@emilygoodknecht3836]

Same! I was in Magic Kingdom in the evening on a Monday, and walked on 5 rides and did a dessert and fireworks show in less than 5 hours!

[@chloeeng6811]

Really

[@robinsonfamilyfarm2896]

She’s right about the tears!! My 18 y/o son and I are flying down for a weekend in September just to see Happily Ever After one more time ( also seeing Boo Bash)!

[@timkunk3498]

Personally I don't even want to LOOK at my phone, when I'm in Disney. I look at my phone every day, why should I have to at Disney? My phone is part of my work, why do I want to bring part of my work into Disney.

[@stock__5.063]

Paper straws are nasty I wish they did what McDonald’s does and use biodegradable straws

[@rdegrand]

Bring rain gear and remember to take it out of your suitcase to bring to the park!! So annoying to have to buy the ponchos with your raincoat or umbrella sitting in your room!!😤

[@angiecrocitto]

Just getting my daily dose of DFB!

[@Alyverse_asmr_audios]

As a person of anxiety and always stressed, thank you for all your advice aj!!!!!

[@ajserviced.1760]

Thanks for all the info. All your vids are so helpful. I watch every time you put one up and I make notes. Last year was our first Disney vacation since the 1990s and us without our parents gone with us and we had alot of shocks like these on your vid, and it was difficult. Like my sister pushing me up hills and drinks with no lid. Next year vacation we will be more prepared. Thanks. Be Safe Take Care

[@irishgirl4977]

We always get Epson salts for the end of days and I bought a fold up basin on Amazon for our next trip. Always bring a plastic bag to put wet shoes in (and bring sandals to put on) when it rains. I bring a small clear plastic bag for ER stuff (bandages, heel savers, Chapstick, asprin, etc) but just enough for a day.

[@soulfulbuckaroo]

florida has 4 seasons: hot, hotter, lovebugs, and cold(ish)

[@Charliefarley170287]

I didn’t expect to cry with happiness so much. 🥰 And I really didn’t expect a duck to swim past me in the hotel pool like it’s no big deal.

[@stacym735]

I just waved back at Tigger.

[@alyfaith]

I feel the stroller/ECV loading thing deep in my soul. I always notice when people watch me board the bus since they have to load my wheelchair first. I get so many rude people who glare at me.

[@danmcg1123]

Am in disney now, there were two women vaping in line ahead of us waiting to get on buzz lightyear. Also they don't seem to be bag checking much. Our last trip pre pandemic I was bag checked almost every day.

[@CountessGrotesque]

I love these helpful videos.💕 Would absolutely love a whole video on disability access around the parks. Maybe more information about how people who use mobility scooters or wheelchairs can access attractions. (I for example can get off my scooter but I can't stand in lines for longer than 15mins) A lot of people's videos say to call Disney in regards to these things but a lot of your viewers including myself are overseas.

[@sarah78neidrich83]

They will not give you a dap(disability access pass) until you are in the park. You can go up to the cast member managing the ride and they will either give you a time to come back or let you on right then.

[@CountessGrotesque]

@@sarah78neidrich83 thank you so much for the info. Does this apply for all rides or only one per day? I'm finding information on the net conflicting. Just trying to plan a holiday in the future but also don't want to accidentally set myself up for failure.

[@anarizmoore]

The world can use some Disney Magic. Have a magical Wednesday. 💙

[@tropicalsbigdaddyr53577]

I’m so excited! We just got reservations for Ohana and a lightsaber and droid in galaxy’s edge! We’re going for our first time October 1st!! So we get to experience the beginning of the 50th anniversary AND Halloween, but we’re also doing a cruise on the dream on September 1st! And that’s our first cruise! So first times all around lol we’re so excited

[@carol2girls]

Must be nice to have the money too do that ?

[@tiffprendergast]

Have fun

[@crystalfarley7359]

@@carol2girls it is. Don't shame people for enjoying the money they work hard for. Your envy is showing.

[@tropicalsbigdaddyr53577]

@@carol2girls we’ve saved for 2 years it’s been a long savings plan

[@tropicalsbigdaddyr53577]

@@crystalfarley7359 exactly, hopefully someday she can go as well

[@thankyouverymuch]

The straws went away. The lids went away. Next the cups will go away and you'll have to drink from your own cupped hands like Gideon's soldiers.

[@jeanettesmith765]

You can bring your own straw, and I think some places offer the paper ones.

[@susantownsend8397]

We travel with 3 generations and are almost never all doing the same thing…. Except between the hours of midnight and dawn when we are probably all in the suite. Nobody feels obligated to wait on each other or to join in the fun when they’d rather nap. We all come home happy.

[@koira163]

Disney looks like fun place to visit, but with awful social anxiety and body that doesn't handle heat well it would probably be a nightmare in reality, haha

[@cijmo]

If you see that a cast member just after they've had a hard time with a guest, just let them know that you're sorry that happened. "I'm sorry you were subjected to that, I'm sorry that person treated you so poorly...etc" Tears? "Believe in Holiday Magic" at Holiday time fireworks (if they're going to do that now.)

[@katherinecorbett7580]

Thank you for making eating w 5 kids in disney cheap per your previous video. That pulled pork Mac and cheese was amazing even my picky teen loved it.

[@jackmullins8218]

I love these vids. Great info with that great footage. These help alot with planning my vacations. Thanks dfb guide!

[@Malachi57]

I was prepared and not prepared for Galaxy's Edge. I was hyped for it, but when I finally saw it I was in awe. I took a trip to Disney by myself just so I could do exactly what I did. Which was stroll around the land for about 5 hours, just LOOKING at everything. It was awesome!

[@bman6502]

Mark, I totally appreciate your focus on the landscaping/environment…. So much focus on rides, but what makes Disney stand above the others is the environment and the level of detail

[@ERICSANFILIPPO]

I SUGGEST MAYBE SKIPPING DISNEY'S AK FOR UNIVERAL STUDIOS ORLANDO & THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HP I CAN'T WAIT 4 A EPIC UNIVERSE 2 OPEN IN 2025 & THE NEW ATTRACTIONS ETC COMING TO THE US DISNEY PARKS

[@kiarastardust]

i actually have autisim and cause of my sensory issues my family got to go through the disabled line on rides. I had so many people glaring at me, but if i stood in the regular lines i couldn't get out if overwhelmed. we used it on the more popular rides or rides with lines that we could not get out of easily in case of me having sensory overload.

[@ricanvibez]

How dare you assume I’m not prepared!! You don’t know me😂

[@lynnetteparkz8092]

Lol 😆

[@AngusTheDoge]

Love it I wish I was there.

[@gastronomist]

I wasn't prepared for how friendly the staff was. They were great.

[@audrey5941]

I had been to D’Land many times, but never to WDW. I was surprised to see MK is not an exact duplicate of D’Land. I did not necessarily know my way around.

[@Anonimo-ge4vz]

Warning: What you're going to see next is PURE GOSSIP LOL AJ: You will see some beautiful moments in dw but you will also see some terrible things in dw. Me: I remember the time when I was in disney springs close to the bus stop with my mom and I, and we saw a mom leaving her baby in between the bushes and just running away (the baby was like a month old or som) then the baby started crying while mom ran away......... then the dad comes back and catches the mom running away but he doesnt see the baby then he asks the mom where the baby is. Mom stops running and comes back, then she points at a bush. Dad sees the baby and his face turns red as if hes about to blow. Mom starts crying but holds back tears. Dad stays there silently. Baby crying. Dad picks the baby up. Mom apoligizes (i have no idea what she said cause they were kinda far away from us but i think she was apologizing or explaining something idk).... Anyways, it was all a mess and I was 9 at the time so I was so confused. My mom and I were watching the whole thing while waiting for the bus. Then, I ask my mom what was going on but she had no idea either. Some minutes later the bus comes and we get in and everyone starts whispering about what happened earlier ......... We still had NO IDEA what just happened LOL..... IT WAS ALL A MESSSSSS So....yea....... AJ was right!!! :D

[@graceful_glimmers]

I got lost in Disney World when I was around 5(2002). I remember looking at Buzz toys looking up, and my family that was just next to me were gone. I tried to look for them, but couldnt find them. I leaned up against a pillar and started crying. Then a cast member asked if I was okay and I told them what happened. So they took me to a cast member at a pretzel stand. The cast member walked me around the Bugs Life area, and other places helping me look for my family. Eventually we found them, and I got free ice cream. One of the scariest things that's ever happened to me.

[@TheTraderStan]

Food is so expensive lol! I always found the dining plan was worth it though

[@jeanettesmith765]

We started splitting entrees and found no one went hungry!

[@WheelyHeidi]

Flat? I had been to Disney pre accident so knew about the distance, but when I went back as a wheelchair user I wasn't prepared for the hills. I hate being pushed, but had to cave at the end of the day on occasion. my saving grace was wheelchair/bodybuilding gloves. My hands were shredded. It was like I had walked bare feet. Also, the cost of healthcare. I knew it was expensive, I have heard the stories, but I wasn't expecting an ear infection to cost over $1000. I'm a brit, so I am used to the doctor to be free and the prescription to be less than £10. It nearly gave me a heart attack.

[@Madhattergirl122]

I remember my first time at Disney world when I was 9 years old and being disappointed about the castle because there is no dragon underneath! I live in the UK an have very fond memories of Disney land Paris and there's a dragon under that castle

[@themisfitowl2595]

I Haaaaaate the no lids and no straws with drinks! I get it, it's for the environment and I'm sure it cuts down on their plastic trash which is great. But, oh my Stars! It is the biggest hassle trying not to spill everywhere! I tend to nurse my drinks very slowly so I'm carrying them everywhere, while I walk and while I wait in line. And without a lid/straw, one bump from someone and I've spilled all over myself. Ughhhh... Also, do not get me started on paper straws, they are worthless. They turn into pulp and fall apart, still in my drink! I've seen biodegradable straws, at the Jeffery's coffee booths, that are a hundred times better than those darn paper straws!

[@joshuastuart8905]

17 days left for me till im there

[@michelleyoder2775]

My emotions get the best of me the first day walking into Magic Kingdom. Last year as soon as we got off the bus because I thought we might not have been able to go because of covid, did move trip from August to November. I feel so embarrassed because the tears start flowing and I have no control, it's crazy. The parades at MK gets me too. My son always says "mom not again". This year is going to be incredibly emotional because I turn 50 and my son graduated from high school. Huge celebration for us, can't wait! The sad part is I don't know when we'll get back. I have been taking my son to Disney since he was 3, he is now 18 and still loves the place. I would like to do something extra special like maybe ordering a cake for 1 of our table service meals but don't know which place would be the best to do it at. Any suggestions? I can book my dinning in September. We will be there for my birthday in November.

[@superbucko8640]

I'd assume probably one of the bakeries. If you're in the Facebook group Ways to Save for Disney and ask there you'll get a ton of suggestions as well. You could also get one delivered by one of the furloughed Cast Members in Ear for Each Other (also a FB group)

[@sandrabiscarner9217]

I have felt the heat and glares on bus’s because I have to use an EVC, it causes me to get anxious and that causes me longer to get the EVC in the spot correctly 😥

[@RRthee1]

This is awesome. 👍🏼 A lot of them hit home, like emotions and falling in love with Disney. 😊

[@fatalynn7]

Would it be possible to have a video that talks about navigating share ride services to transport? We are considering using it but it would be helpful to know where you’ll get dropped off and any tips or things to look out for.

[@gabrielletrevino4716]

It might be different but we spent anywhere from $13-$45 per ride using Uber/Lyft. It was way more expensive at like peak hour times so like 9-10am and 9-10pm. Where you’re dropped off at can also effect then price so keep that in mind too! Between our two groups it was much cheaper than renting a car for the full week and it felt worth it to us! Most parks had designated pickup/drop off areas and the apps only list those locations too. Disney transportation helps with minimizing the costs in between certain locations too so using both helped stuff move really smoothly

[@fatalynn7]

@@gabrielletrevino4716 thank you so much. This is very helpful

[@sharonforkin6064]

I went to Disney in 78, 82 and 85 and loved it. Went back in 2005 and couldn’t believe how complicated the parks have become. It’s sad to think I’ll never be able to go back again. I don’t even have a smartphone so right there I’m dead in the water.

[@franklinmimi]

I hope at some point Disney gets a hold of how frustrating it has become for many people to actually enjoy their trip without having to be tied to their phones .

[@betsymayo5822]

the only thing that bugs me about ECVs are the people who can't park them on the bus themselves... never learned to parallel park a car, either, I bet.

[@jessicasnow9007]

Also, don’t block the whole walkway with your stroller!

[@jessdelasouza]

I saw this a few days ago 😂 I was like really?!? But also thought phew 😅 don’t let it affect my day

[@roseprevost8081]

If it's that stressful, and have to plan so much, it's not really a vacation. And for the cost, it shouldn't be that way.

[@davidjavier2152]

16:50 ROTR being “meh”???? That’s a person without taste

[@MarkPlante]

at 24:10 We walked 85 miles in one week last month according to my iPhone

[@hikmaahmed4174]

So I’ve been a dedicated Disney fan since I can remember but because my parents could never afford to go to Disney parks I would always just watch KZbin videos about it. But this year I just turned 18 and 1 month ago my parents scheduled a trip to Disney World and I swear I’m not a crybaby but I was balling my eyes out when I saw Cinderella’s castle at the end of Main Street. It was the most amazing feeling in the world and we’ve decided we’re going to go every year from now on.

[@JohanMsWorld]

One thing I missed in the parks is a rest room or break area were you can sit down and take a nap for an hour when tired. That would help many. J.

[@7392318]

Yeah, at 62 I’m wondering if I could do it anymore. Been there 3 times in my life so I understand the hassles, but my legs aren’t what they used to be. It’s helpful to have videos like this to help think it through.

[@MP-cr7uf]

Great video! I am always prepared for the Florida weather ever since I got caught in one of those crazy sudden storms (not at an amusement park at the time). The rain clouds came out of nowhere, dumped rain so hard you could not see and flooded the roads/sidewalks/parking lots, stopped about 30 minutes later, and then was completely clear to the point that you didn’t even know it rained (other than the increase of humidity). It was such a shock to experience the first time in person. At our first trip to AK I did get caught unprepared for the paper straw/no lid situation, but now I always carry my reusable straws and 2 small empty thermoses to pour drinks into for all trips to any amusement parks. They have come in handy every time.

[@gwendolyngimpel6482]

Thank you for all of the hard work! Our first trip is in 5 weeks! I have anxiety about being somewhere new. You and Molly from All Ears have made me more excited and less scared to take this trip!!

[@Kdkdleeme]

Have so much fun!!

[@robinsonfamilyfarm2896]

I remember the first time I took my daughter she’s was 2.. she’s now 22 and just made another reservation for December of next year.. she was a DCP member two years ago and this will be her 25th trip!!! It will get easier.. just take lots of pictures ( memory maker) let them be kids… let them have a mickeys ice cream bar at 9am if they want.. just sit back.. soak it on and enjoy the memories!!! I hope you have an amazing time!!!!

[@botabrat1]

Yes!! AJ , the DFB team and Molly and Breedlove at Allears are so great!!

[@AngLovesYou]

I'll be there too! Have a blast, best advice is to plan but not over plan, have a charged phone, poncho, and extra sandals and it'll all be perfect

[@moonbunny24]

Yoooo, my trip is also in about five weeks! Hopefully, we’ll both have nice trips! :)

[@tinawidmann8973]

I walked into Magic Kingdom in 2019 while a parade was happening and instantly started crying with happiness. I'm in my 40's. I was thankful for my sunglasses! 😇

[@katrinafilipowjones9149]

I don't ever want to think I will lose track of my daughter. Tip: take a pic of your kiddos every morning because most likely you're not going to know what your kids are wearing everyday. You can show CM what they look like.

[@avagrace9389]

Whenever my family and I went my sister and I were sick and we got a free day or two I think. This was quite a few years ago though.

[@del9101]

If I ever go again I’m definitely bring an audio book or something to pass the time while in those long lines

[@taraaadams]

Oh and I’m glad I hear I am not the only one who broke into tears during the nighttime parade on the first day, sick of my family after 18 months of planning, lol

[@jaynekranc8607]

Portable chargers are SO expensive. We should have brought more.

[@travelvibes3656]

Can’t you just trade them in or is that not true?!

[@gkarthik2511]

Hi AJ, do you mind making a video on the best places to get food in Disney World for vegetarians. Thanks!

[@KimchiYeo]

imagine spending all that money on disney world tickets and not being able to get food whenever you want...terrible customer service.

[@stevengalloway8052]

Get into a line just for the WAIT LIST?! 😆

[@ceceelove7996]

Do not wear flip flops to Magic Kingdom!! My flip flop got stuck in the trolley track! I went down falling fast. Not fun.

[@ChrissyDee3]

I started bringing a cooling towel to keep around my neck and it’s been a godsend. The best thing that I ever thought of learning from music festivals in hot temps!!!!

[@woodfairy93]

Lol I'm always surprised how people don't know how intense and how elaborate Disney World is. . . I grew up traveling and my mothers go to trip was Disney World because it's a trip within itself. I have only been 5 times in my whole 28 years of life but each time I remember how amazing it is and just how much appreciation I have for Walt and the imagineers, cast members, animators, etc. I have been trying to work here for ever and a day, who knows maybe one day one of those perfect careers will open up! :)

[@spacedustart2939]

i went during spring break this year. we had one day in hollywood studios and we were all looking forward to seeing rise of the resistance. it was the #1 ride i was hoping to get on that whole trip and we didn't make it into the virtual queue. it felt so unfair, like i didn't even have a chance. me and my family were so frustrated and devastated.

[@sherrybrewer5715]

I’ve been 3 times and tried the virtual que twice each visit and still haven’t gotten to go on the ride. I’ve had my phone up and ready the very minute it was open..no help! It is so disappointing!

[@Jackson-sh3bs]

26:06 an example of this I was surprised by is when we went to animal kingdom and everyone was at avatar, meanwhile Asia was completely empty and Everest had a 5 minute wait for about an hour after opening

[@ABSOLUTELY_LM]

I’ve never had a problem with Disney transportation taking forever. I’m always so surprised to hear that one.

[@beautyrj1018]

So my mom and I are old Disney pros but it’s insane how much of a “aunt Susan” she can be to our party at any of the theme parks: She is always hurrying us to different rides/shows, pushing us to not be tempted to buy things while we are in a “rush”, and how eating will have to happen when the time is right 💀 Again these things are understandable I know she just wants the best for our family to have a fulfilling experience every-time but it gets truly exhausting at times (Universal Parks included)

[@lol-hu4ym]

im coming all the way from the uk to WDW next october and i can’t wait :))

[@edwardjones1482]

My sister got pooped on by a bird in animal kingdom