Hi
Thanks for replying again, do you have any advice for a first time visitor? We are staying in Sequia Lodge in Febuary, flying Air France.
Any tips from a frequent visitor are ery welcome, we have purchased several guides but 1st hand info is so much better!!
I suppose if I know more about you, I can better advise. How long are you going for? Have you been to any other Disney resorts? Are you planning on nice table service restaurants or quick service dining? Do you like shows? etc.
For me, I would say, do not miss Phantom Manor, Pirates of the Caribbean, It's a Small World, The Lion King Show (in English), you will have to queue for tickets in the morning and then come back, Star Tours, and if time - Big Thunder and Space Mountain. Don't miss seeing the Dragon under the castle.
Your five year old will probably love Peter Pan's flight. Be sure to head to Fantasyland first thing in the morning! The key to success is get there early. Also, I love the Sequoia Lodge (best pool for sure), but again, breakfast can be very busy, so get there when it first opens, have breakfast, and then go back to the room to shower and get ready. Makes for a much more pleasant visit.
If you do want table service restaurants, make reservations as soon as you can at the hotel, don't just wing it! I recommend both restaurants in your hotel and at the neighbouring Hotel New York. The Silver Spur and Walt's in Disneyland Park are excellent, and Annette's is a fun 50's diner that is very affordable.
At the Studios, Motors Action and Cinemagique are do not miss attractions. Also, your 5 year old will probably like Animagique with the characters.
One of the things I think is amazing at DLP, and one of the finest creations by Disney anywhere is Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show. Many think it is expensive, but you get a cowboy hat to keep, a BBQ meal with coke or beer, and a fantastic hour and a half show with real horses, buffalo and native american indians. We have been 12 times now, and I still cannot get tired of it!
For more info on DLP, you might want to check out:
http://www.mousekingdom.de/
and
http://www.dlrpmagic.com/today/
Have a great trip!