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I first went to WDW back in February 2007 (woah ten years ago now!!) with my mum, brother, dad and my grandparents. Then I went with my mum, brother and older cousin in August 2013 and both times we missed out on some very important things to experience at WDW:
1. Stayed at a WDW hotel
Both times we stayed in off-site hotels fairly close to all the parks, in order to save some money. Both hotels were decent and had everything you needed in a hotel. However we have never experienced all the amazing things with staying at a WDW hotel- the theming, the closeness to all the parks, the magic bands etc. Hopefully the next time we venture across the pond we can have the luxury of experiencing everything a WDW hotel offers.
2. Made dining reservations at popular restaurants
When we went in 2013, WDW were making huge changes to the parks like adding Gaston’s Tavern, Beast's castle, the seven dwarfs mine train, the expanison of disney village (now known as disney springs) plus so many other things. So we missed out on quite a lot unfortunately, especially dining at the popular restaurants like Be our Guest restaurant, Ohana in Polynesian Hotel, Cinderella’s Royal Table etc. One thing we have to do when we go again as the popular restaurants look stunning!!!
3. Taken a safari in Animal Kingdom
This may be very surprising to most Disney fans as it's one the things to do whilst visiting AM. However, we only seem to spend about half a day in this park and we miss the safaris, animal trails etc. We only seem to focus on the rides and stuff like that to be honest with you. I love AM but I just don't love it as much as the other parks. However we the new Pandora world at the park now, I'm sure we'll be spending more time there next time.
4. Used magic bands
Again this is something which wasn't really around when we went in 2013 (maybe it was, don't quote me on it). However it's so popular now and anyone can get them, whether you are staying on or off site (the bands are free if you stay in a disney hotel). They look so amazing and it does so many different things. For example you can buy things and pay for your meals with the bands, as well as booking fast passes unlocking your disney hotel room and entering the parks. I would love to try out these next time we go!!!
5. Visited Typhoon Lagoon
Okay this is one we didn't choose to not do. In 2013 we planned to do Bizzard beach and Typhoon Lagoon however when we visited Bizzard Beach there was an electrical storm so we had to leave early unfortunately. Then because we went to Wet n' Wild and Universal Studios we ended up not having enough time in the two weeks to go to Typhoon Lagoon. I was so upset because we hadn't been to that waterpark before and it looked absolutely incredible!! However, my family and I have agreed that is one of the top things we have to do when we visit WDW again.
6. Been to WDW outside of school holidays
One day I would love to visit WDW outside of school holidays. The lines would be a lot shorter, the weather wouldn't be as warm too! It would be a completely different experience. However with my brother and I still doing our studies it probably won't be for a long before this one gets ticked off the list!
7. Done the Carousel of Progress
This again will create shocked faces to those who have visited WDW before, and I really don't have an excuse for not going on this ride. It looks so chilled and relaxed for those days when its hot and all the queues are far too long. I definitely need to do this next time.
8. Actually pin traded with cast members
I get so attached to my pins, which is why I don't think I could ever trade my pins- it's funny because that's what they are there for, right? I have quite a lot of pins, and whenever I go to a disney resort I have to buy some. I started collecting them in 2007 so some of them are ten years old now but they all hold a lot of memories, and I take them every time I visit a disney resort.
9. Been to four parks in one day
This would seriously tire me out if I even tried to attempt it. Plus I love taking me time around the parks and try to take it all in, and I feel like doing this would be super rushed to get all the best things done.
10. Bought a balloon in Magic Kingdom
This seems a super cute idea- taking pretty pictures with the Mickey balloon in front of the castle and on Main Street USA. But what happens when we all want to go the same ride? I don't know what I would do with the balloon! Plus walking around the park all day with a balloon attached to my wrist would irritate me slightly.
-What things haven't you done at WDW? Is your list similar or different to mine?
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