{"id":18771,"date":"2016-03-14T16:00:42","date_gmt":"2016-03-14T16:00:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/?p=18771"},"modified":"2021-10-28T16:51:03","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T16:51:03","slug":"top-5-walt-disney-world-hacks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/top-5-walt-disney-world-hacks\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Walt Disney World hacks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A trip to Walt Disney World<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> will create memories to last a lifetime for the little ones <em>and<\/em>\u00a0the grown ups. But like any vacation, the planning part can feel tricky. That&#8217;s why it is important to be in the know. From the Expedia Viewfinder blog team, here are our top five Walt Disney World hacks that make planning, booking, and navigating your next magic-filled adventure easy.<\/p>\n<p>Watch the video below and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/p\/info-partner\/disney\/disneyworld?brandcid=social.vf.published.socialteam.disneyvideoseries.hacks.160309\">start planning your Disney vacation here. <\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>5. Stay at a Disney Resort Hotel<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t just have a Disney experience in the parks. Book your nights in one of the many resorts where you\u2019ll save time by staying closer to the magic, and you\u2019ll have free transportation to get you there. Hotels range from value to deluxe.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Extra Magic Hours<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This perk allows you to arrive at the parks earlier than the regular posted hours\u2014and you even get to stay later in the evenings. This extra time gives you a chance to knock out more of your must-do list.<\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Top 5 Walt Disney World Hacks\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eFTEsM5vhjM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Walt Disney World vacation package deals \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Planning your trip to Walt Disney World is made much easier when you can do the majority of your purchasing in one place\u2014and getting a deal at the same time is a big plus! Booking your flight, hotel, and park tickets together on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\">Expedia.com<\/a> saves money and time.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Water Park Fun &amp; More Option<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Walt Disney World has a wide variety of activities and attractions for everyone in the family. Enjoy golfing\u00a0or splashing around at the water parks, and make the most of your trip with this add-on.<\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Fastpass+<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This hack really helps you\u00a0save precious time and be organized throughout your Walt Disney World experience. Reserve your favorite Disney attractions online up to 60 days in advance\u00a0by using\u00a0the My Disney Experience website or mobile app. You can also change your plans on the go. Less time waiting in line means more time for <a href=\"https:\/\/viewfinder.expedia.com\/orlando\/top-5-sweet-treats-at-walt-disney-world-resort\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ice cream<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ll be posting more top five\u00a0videos about Walt Disney World Resort throughout 2016. Stay tuned for additional things to do and places to see. Want more\u00a0updates? 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