Dad's Walt Disney World tips and stories

Dad's Walt Disney World tips and stories are Dad's attempt to help you plan your Disney World vacation.

Dad and the family have been on Disney World vacations in every stage of life. From the honeymoon to taking all 15 grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins... Dad's done it.

These are the stories of Dad's Disney World vacations. Most have a point that you can help you with to your trip. Others are just fun to read.

Click on the links below to see what Dad really thinks.

WDW Tips

• Where to stay onsite or offsite
• Dealing with crowds
• How to get Cinderella's Royal Table reservations
• Here are some great Magic Kingdom photos
• Plan an affordable Disney family vacation
• Will the Disney Dining Plan save you money?
• How to get free Disney World tickets

Dad's Disney World Stories

• Dad's favorite memory of Cinderella Castle
• Getting stuck in the Haunted Mansion
• Follow that Tigger
• Disney World Christmas Music
• Acronyms
• It's a Small World is the scariest ride at Disney World
• How Disney MGM Studios started
• Bwana Bob's - A Family Tradition
• The Magic Kingdom Uncle Walt built
• Dad finds Discount Tickets to Walt Disney World

Dad's Rants & Raves

• Disney World Mom's Panel
• Uncle Walt - My hero
• Disney World planning - Even Dad messes up.

Find more Disney World Tips on Dad's home page

Dad's Guide to WDW

Table of Contents

Dad's Disney World Home Page - The center of the Dad's Guide Universe. This is where it all starts. Come on over and check it out.

Disney World Hotels - Walt Disney World is home to some of the most beautifully themed hotels in the world. (Disney calls their hotels resorts.) There are more than 20 magically themed Disney Resorts at Walt Disney World. All of them are well designed, well maintained, clean, and a great place to sleep at night.

Disney World Restaurants - The restaurants at are as much a part of the whole "Disney" experience as the Resorts. It's amazing to see fast food restaurants that are themed to match the area that they are in. There are some amazing restaurants in the parks, in the hotels, and even at Downtown Disney. Come on in and check out Dad's favorites.

Theme Parks - Walt Disney World Parks are the main reason to visit. These are the most attended theme parks in the world. They have some of the best entertainment on the planet. The four theme parks produce some of the most imaginative family entertainment you will find anywhere. There are also 2 of the most innovative water parks in the world. Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon.

Disney World Hours - It's important to know when the parks open and when the close. It's also good to know when the parades and shows happen. Dad'll help. Dad has monthly calendars that show the hours each park is open.

Disney World Tickets - Dad is an expert on Disney World Tickets. (Someone needs to be.) Disney has numerous ticket options some of which are very confusing. Let Dad help you sort out the best ticket option for your magical vacation.

Disney World Crowds - Crowds can turn the best dreams into nightmares. Dad has created guides to help you deal with crowds at Walt Disney World. You'll find calendars that will let you know when the crowds will be at the parks, and tons of information on how to avoid crowds.

Walt Disney World Videos - A picture is worth... Yeah, right, show me the video any day. Dad has gathered several videos about the parks, the hotels and much more. Come on over and check them out.

Disney World Special Events - The one thing that sets Disney World apart from all the other theme parks is their special events. Walt Disney World is almost always having a special event. Find out about the FREE concerts, the special shows, and all the events that Disney schedules throughout the year.

Christmas at Disney World - Christmas is a very special time of year. It's a time when everyone is dreaming of something. Disney knows how to put on a show, and they put on some of their best at Christmas time. Let the dreams begin.

Dad's Disney World Stories and Tips - Do you need to know how to get reservations at Cinderella's Royal Table? Dad knows. Are you looking for acronyms that everyone is using? Check out Dad, he knows. Dad knows lots of stuff, and shares it with you through his Stories and Tips page. Come on over and check it out.

Making Disney World Reservations - Making travel reservations for a dream Disney World vacation is hard work. Dad has some tools that will help. Come and check them out. They will save you money.

Information about other destinations - Check out Dad's Travel Friends. (Sorry Uncle Walt) There are other places you might want to vacation. Dad wants to give you some information on these places. These are links to some sites that Dad enjoys and thinks you will too.

Discount Theme Park Tickets - There is more to Orlando than Disney. See where to get tickets to those other Theme Parks and attractions.