CtDisneyGuy33
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Runners Glide and Moleskin are life savers. I had never even heard of the stuff before finding this site
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Top Five Things (people forget to tell you about WDW)
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Runners Glide and Moleskin are life savers. I had never even heard of the stuff before finding this site
Dads 2 Boys
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I agree but I don't remember walking uphill very much.....if any at all. Maybe a few of the queues but that's not really anything.
Pumbas Nakasak
Heading for the great escape.
Its the worlds largest daily gathering of stroller pilots and menopausal women.
ToyStorygirl
Active Member
I really don't get the deal about a lot of walking. It's only strolling. Never had an issue with it at all (and we aren't fitness fanatics either. Just a regular sized family)
The only thing I can think of slightly related to walking is after a long haul flight your feet do tend to swell so on the first day our shoes rub a little. After that it's all fine.
We do have an issue with the heat however. It's just not a weather we experience unless there so that is very hard to deal with (not as bad as it was in DisneyLand however - LA heat was insane)
The only thing I can think of slightly related to walking is after a long haul flight your feet do tend to swell so on the first day our shoes rub a little. After that it's all fine.
We do have an issue with the heat however. It's just not a weather we experience unless there so that is very hard to deal with (not as bad as it was in DisneyLand however - LA heat was insane)
rct247
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Here are my opinion on the top 5 things: (No particular order)
1. Weather - Yes, people know Florida is hot. Yes, people hear about hurricanes, but there are three aspects of weather they don't seem know about: Humidity, Rain, & Heat. It usually turns are far hotter and more humid than everyone expects, and quite a few guests are amazed at Florida's sometimes daily 2 hour downpours not to mention the crazy lightning.
2. Size/Things to Do - People come to "Disney World" expecting to have fun and usually knowing about some of the attractions, but when they are arrive they are overwelmed with how big "Disney World" spans with 4 parks, 2 water parks, dozens of hotels, mini golf, shopping, and recreation. Even in Magic Kingdom alone, you'll find multiple street performances going on around the park all at the same time. There really is too much to take in for a day visit. Along with the size, they forget how much walking is done as well. 1.5 miles along World Showcase alone! Wow!
3. Crowds/International Guests - Yes, people know that Disney is popular and busy, but they underestimate just how busy it can be. Naive Americans are also shocked by how many international guests also visit the parks. You can come to expect waiting in lines, but most are completely out of the loop on crowd control patterns, moving belts at load & unload for efficiency, stroller parking, and not being able to get a table at a restaurant without food. Those who are not accustom to so many different cultures and languages can also be put off by it and find them as rude and can even get upset at their "lack of knowing English". Not saying that Americans are not guilty as well, but for most Guests, these are true.
4. Prices/Marketing - Most people coming to Disney expect higher prices and have maybe even heard of the "exit through the gift shop" idea, but when they arrive they are blown away by just how much merchandising and marketing there is. Prices are high and sometimes even higher than expected. Who knew a princess dress or a quick service meal for a family of 4 would cost so much!? For some, they really do feel like Disney is milking the money out of them. The commercials all make it seem like a great value or very affordable.
5. Planning - Visit any average theme park and you'll find most people don't plan much about their day, but trying to do that with Disney really is a bit harder even if you plan to be spontaneous. Guests are shocked to hear that they have to arrive early to get a good spot for the parade or realize that Fastpass require a bit of planning as well. When you also add into account all the others mentioned, those who don't plan ahead for weather, what to do, crowds, and prices, they will find Disney to be incredibly stressful and will either not come back or ensure they plan better next time.
1. Weather - Yes, people know Florida is hot. Yes, people hear about hurricanes, but there are three aspects of weather they don't seem know about: Humidity, Rain, & Heat. It usually turns are far hotter and more humid than everyone expects, and quite a few guests are amazed at Florida's sometimes daily 2 hour downpours not to mention the crazy lightning.
2. Size/Things to Do - People come to "Disney World" expecting to have fun and usually knowing about some of the attractions, but when they are arrive they are overwelmed with how big "Disney World" spans with 4 parks, 2 water parks, dozens of hotels, mini golf, shopping, and recreation. Even in Magic Kingdom alone, you'll find multiple street performances going on around the park all at the same time. There really is too much to take in for a day visit. Along with the size, they forget how much walking is done as well. 1.5 miles along World Showcase alone! Wow!
3. Crowds/International Guests - Yes, people know that Disney is popular and busy, but they underestimate just how busy it can be. Naive Americans are also shocked by how many international guests also visit the parks. You can come to expect waiting in lines, but most are completely out of the loop on crowd control patterns, moving belts at load & unload for efficiency, stroller parking, and not being able to get a table at a restaurant without food. Those who are not accustom to so many different cultures and languages can also be put off by it and find them as rude and can even get upset at their "lack of knowing English". Not saying that Americans are not guilty as well, but for most Guests, these are true.
4. Prices/Marketing - Most people coming to Disney expect higher prices and have maybe even heard of the "exit through the gift shop" idea, but when they arrive they are blown away by just how much merchandising and marketing there is. Prices are high and sometimes even higher than expected. Who knew a princess dress or a quick service meal for a family of 4 would cost so much!? For some, they really do feel like Disney is milking the money out of them. The commercials all make it seem like a great value or very affordable.
5. Planning - Visit any average theme park and you'll find most people don't plan much about their day, but trying to do that with Disney really is a bit harder even if you plan to be spontaneous. Guests are shocked to hear that they have to arrive early to get a good spot for the parade or realize that Fastpass require a bit of planning as well. When you also add into account all the others mentioned, those who don't plan ahead for weather, what to do, crowds, and prices, they will find Disney to be incredibly stressful and will either not come back or ensure they plan better next time.
Watch out for old people on motorized scooters, they WILL run you down....
Pumbas Nakasak
Heading for the great escape.
and they run in packs
EpcoTim
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1. There will be smells so foul, so blistering and horrid, that you will second guess your trust in both god and humanity.
2. If you find child abuse and adult temper tantrums humorous, you will be on cloud nine.
3. If you've always wondered what morbidly obese elderly woman on scooters look like in a bra and yoga pants -- your curiosity will be answered.
4. Never, ever in your life will an overpriced, barely chilled bud light taste so damn good. Or be so necessary.
5. You will put your hands in things-- on handrails, rides, benches, etc and you will pray that you don't ever find out what it was you just touched.
2. If you find child abuse and adult temper tantrums humorous, you will be on cloud nine.
3. If you've always wondered what morbidly obese elderly woman on scooters look like in a bra and yoga pants -- your curiosity will be answered.
4. Never, ever in your life will an overpriced, barely chilled bud light taste so damn good. Or be so necessary.
5. You will put your hands in things-- on handrails, rides, benches, etc and you will pray that you don't ever find out what it was you just touched.
mickeysshoes
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The first aid station do give free band aids but if you don't what to make the trek or need more than a band aid all check out counters (cashiers) have a box with first aid kind of stuff for sale. Never knew this until a trip my DD was complaining of a head ace and I told her she would have to wait as I forget the advil. The CM pulled this huge plastic box up in the counter and asked if we wanted to purchase some.
Disneydreamer23
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Watch our for Strollers and wheel chairs they will bite you in the legs!!
IWantMyMagicBand
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And backpacks will bash your small child in the head....
LucyK
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You can also use moleskin before you get blisters. I put a small piece on my problematic areas, in my case heels, around the big toe and over the small toe, and voila, no blisters for the day! I also use soothing foot powder to prevent wet feet that will lead to friction, causing blisters.
DisneyPrincess5
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Yes x5. Hilarious, yet sadly all true.
Dwarful
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1). You will lose all rights to personal space. You move an inch and the stinky guy behind you moves forward two. (hence I am always the line leader and my husband the caboose with the girls in between us).
2). At the water parks for some reason rain will drive the guests away in droves ( I am NOT talking thunder storms...just rain). The rides stay open, you are already wet and the crowds go down. Last trip we literally saw dozens of people get out of the lazy river and run to the gift shop to buy ponchos.
3). If you are on the dining plan and have lots of snack credits left at the end of the trip the candy shops will pack your treats for travel if you ask. We have done this at the caramel shop in Germany, the Main St. Candy Shop, etc., (or if you just want to take treats home)
4). If you leave an inch of space during parade viewing 100 different people will come up to 'squeeze their little darling' into that space...even if your little darlings have been sitting curb side for an hour.
5). Most of the resort hotels have very little drawer space. Either ask for extra hangers at check in or bring your own from the dollar store and then leave them behind (makes space in suitcase for purchases made at WDW) when you leave.
2). At the water parks for some reason rain will drive the guests away in droves ( I am NOT talking thunder storms...just rain). The rides stay open, you are already wet and the crowds go down. Last trip we literally saw dozens of people get out of the lazy river and run to the gift shop to buy ponchos.
3). If you are on the dining plan and have lots of snack credits left at the end of the trip the candy shops will pack your treats for travel if you ask. We have done this at the caramel shop in Germany, the Main St. Candy Shop, etc., (or if you just want to take treats home)
4). If you leave an inch of space during parade viewing 100 different people will come up to 'squeeze their little darling' into that space...even if your little darlings have been sitting curb side for an hour.
5). Most of the resort hotels have very little drawer space. Either ask for extra hangers at check in or bring your own from the dollar store and then leave them behind (makes space in suitcase for purchases made at WDW) when you leave.
Matt_Black
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Here's one I wish someone told me- if you visit in December, it is possible for temps to dip into the 30s. That was a bit of a shock. Luckily, I wore two jackets (a light jacket and a fleece) to layer up when we flew out of Philly (because Philly gets cold), but my mom and sis weren't so prepared, so they had to buy sweatshirts. Me, I just peeled off the fleece when it warmed up.