First-time Disney World visitors often make common mistakes that can be avoided with a little preparation. These include failing to make dining reservations, not downloading the My Disney Experience app, wearing uncomfortable shoes, overplanning, and forgetting baby essentials. Here's a more detailed look at common mistakes and how to avoid them:1. Not Making Dining Reservations:
- The mistake:Popular restaurants can fill up quickly, leaving you with limited options or long wait times.
- How to avoid:Make dining reservations 60 days in advance through the My Disney Experience app.
- The mistake:This app is essential for park planning, dining reservations, mobile ordering, ride wait times, and more.
- How to avoid:Download and familiarize yourself with the My Disney Experience app before your trip.
- The mistake: You'll be doing a lot of walking, and uncomfortable shoes can lead to blisters and tired feet.
- How to avoid: Choose comfortable, supportive walking shoes.
- The mistake: Trying to cram too much into one day can lead to a stressful and overwhelming experience.
- How to avoid: Create a general plan but leave room for flexibility and spontaneity.
- The mistake:Baby and child comfort is important, and forgetting essentials can lead to an unpleasant experience.
- How to avoid:Pack diapers, wipes, sunscreen, a portable charger, and other essentials for your little ones.
- The mistake:Some popular attractions require you to join a virtual queue, and not understanding how it works can lead to missed opportunities.
- How to avoid:Learn about virtual queues and how to join them through the My Disney Experience app.
- The mistake:Arriving at the park shortly before opening can mean longer wait times for popular rides later in the day.
- How to avoid:Arrive early to take advantage of shorter wait times and a less crowded park experience.
- The mistake:Florida weather can be very hot and humid, leading to dehydration and discomfort.
- How to avoid:Drink plenty of water, wear sunscreen, and take breaks in air-conditioned areas.
- The mistake: Early Lightning Lane reservations allow you to skip the regular line and access attractions faster.
- How to avoid: Make your Lightning Lane reservations early and take advantage of them.
2. Not Downloading the My Disney Experience App:3. Not Wearing Comfortable Shoes:4. Overplanning:5. Forgetting Baby Essentials:6. Not Understanding Virtual Queues:7. Skipping Rope Drop:8. Not Preparing for the Heat:9. Skipping Early Lightning Lane Reservations:By avoiding these common mistakes, you can have a more enjoyable and stress-free Disney World experience.
