First Things First at Disney World

Many families who have visited Disney World often struggle with which park to visit first or which attractions even within a park to visit first.   This is one of the most important reasons to put together a daily plan for your Disney World trip.  
 
The WDW (Walt Disney World) trip planning DVD which is available online is a great tool to use to plan your WDW trip.   Planning your trip will vary depending upon the ages of your group.  This article will provide you with some assistance in planning for your magical trip.
 
It doesn’t really matter if you have a few days or a week or more there is enough magic in Disney World to make seeing and participating with everything it has to offer almost impossible.   This means you will probably have decisions to make to get in your must do items within the time you have available.
 
The entire Disney World Complex was created for family enjoyment.  Some of the parks are more geared to the young children and others may be more geared for other ages but all ages will enjoy something at every park.
 
If you group includes children younger than teenagers and even if it doesn’t, The Magic Kingdom deserves a close consideration for the first park your group visits.  The classic Disney attractions of It’s a Small World, Peter Pan, Dumbo and Cinderella’s Golden Carrousel in Fantasyland are favorites especially for the little ones.  This portion of the park is being updated and will for sure need to be first on your list in the coming year.  Space Mountain and Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin along with Indy Speedway make Tomorrowland a favorite for the young people and adults that are young at heart Adventureland offers rides for children and kids in adult bodies including Jungle Cruise and Pirates of the Caribbean.  The Haunted Mansion located in Liberty Square can be enjoyed by all with a little caution and care for children because of some of the scary sounds and sights.  And then there is the Castle which is an enchanting place for all.   Magic Kingdom deserves a night time visit where you can take in the magical parade with the lighted floats glittering along the pathway.
 
Groups with young children will probably want to visit Magic Kingdom more than once during their Disney World trip as it has so much to offer the children.
 
Epcot although it has been considered to be more of an adult theme park is one of the easiest parks to navigate with small children.  Waiting times at the attractions within Epcot tend to be shorter than the wait times at the other parks also.  Take a look at this park for some of the rides that are suitable. 
 
Animal Kingdom
 
This is the newest park at Disney World.  Several thrill type rides such as Expedition Everest and River Rapids provide excitement for visitors.   The Safari ride is an adventure for the entire family.
 
Disney’s Hollywood Studios
 
For those who have visited Disney World in years past they may remember this park as Disney MGM Studios.   This park is designed for small children.  The attractions are geared toward young people and adults with thrill rides and unique roller coasters