The Essential Guide to Walt Disney World

Updated 2/15/2023! Includes Lightning Lanes & Genie+! Walt Disney World is more than its four amazing theme parks and two water parks. It goes far beyond the hundreds of restaurants and themed hotels. Learn valuable, time-saving secrets that show you how to travel like a VIP in this comprehensive tour guide, written by Orlando locals and Disney insiders. Here is just a portion of what we share: New Lighting Lanes & Genie +; Recent Operational Changes; Over 50 freebies you can take advantage of around Disney World; Special activities outside of the parks; Complete instructions on using FastPass+ so that you don't waste time in hot lines; How to get extra hours in the parks; How to save money on food; The best hotel value for your size of family; Where to dine with your favorite characters; How to get the most of your character meet-and-greet experience; Romance in the parks; What you will find inside Florida's newest "town," Disney Springs, Walt Disney World's downtown shopping center with food and entertainment; Information on behind-the-scene tours and special events; How to avoid crowds; What months and days to visit; and What to wear to ensure your comfort during any season