Hello, my name is Anne and welcome back to my series of video guides that show you how to plan your Disney World vacation. Remember that we are using the Mouse Map to help plan your vacation. In this video, we'll discover more about rides and attractions at Walt Disney World.
What's the first thing you think about when you think of Disney World? It's probably the rides and attractions! And Disney offers everything from gentle, child-friendly rides to high-energy thrill rides that knock your socks off, from impressive cultural exhibits to rollicking musical extravaganzas. So how do you know what's what?
First, get to know each theme park. As we discovered in the video guide to Disney World parks, each theme park has its own "personality." Each area of the park also has its own personality. As you go through the maps in the Mouse Map, start by reading the description there. Then look for the boxes with red arrows and letters -- these are the rides and attractions. Read the description for a summary of the attraction's storyline.
You'll also see any official ride restrictions or warnings, like minimum height or health warnings. I've also added some recommendations, especially if the attraction might be particularly interesting to kids or if it might not be appropriate for some reason.
For example, here on Page 47, we see Asia at Disney's Animal Kingdom. There are three boxes in red... that is, three attractions: Expedition Everest, Kali River Rapids, and Maharaja Jungle Trek. By reading the descriptions, you'll see that two have a minimum height requirement. I've also given you an insider tip on how to avoid getting soaked on Kali River Rapids... and I've suggested allowing extra time to enjoy the Jungle Trek.
You'll also see two tips that will help you avoid the long lines for popular attractions. FastPass allows you to reserve your ride time later that day. And I've added a note to "Ride Early" for attractions that are the most popular.
Some of the attractions at Disney World are shows or other entertainment. These are marked with orange arrows and letters. Here's one in Asia: Flights of Wonder. Even if you don't think of your family as "stage show fans", some of the most unique attractions are Disney World are the shows. Take time to read the descriptions and consider adding them to your touring plan.
Remember that Disney World offers all kinds of rides and attractions: Gentle, kid-friendly rides and shows; rides that are a little more adventurous but still appropriate for children; high-energy thrill rides; cultural exhibits, concert-style shows, Broadway-style shows, pop music; fireworks and parades.
If you already have a copy of the Mouse Map, you can start exploring Disney World rides and attractions right now. If you don't have a copy, click this link to order now.
