How do I have a relaxing vacation at Disney World?
Posted: May 12th, 2010 | Author: admin | Filed under: Travel For Disabled | Tags: disney, relaxing, vacation, World | 3 Comments »I’m going to Disney World next week for three days. Taking my slightly mentally handicapped brother with me.
I like a fairly quiet and relaxing time. I don’t want to rush and get on all the rides like most people.
What should I do that is jun and relaxing? Going to Epcot and Animal Kingdom.
Epcot and Animal Kingdom are definitely your two best spots if you are looking for a relaxing time. Epcot is a really neat place that doesn’t just center around rides. They have different areas that center on different countries and cultures. You should also check out Downtown Disney. They have some great restaurants and shops. Disney isn’t the best place for quiet, but Orlando in general is a great area with more than enough things to do.
It is very easy to stroll around both Epcot and Animal Kingdom without rushing.
Spend a bit of time looking at online descriptions about the parks before you go; pick out a few things in each park that you’d like to see; and use the park maps to plot a tentative path to those things. When you enter the parks, be sure to pick up the weekly entertainment guide; check to see which performances you’d like to see in addition to any of the attractions.
Try to avoid a rigid schedule; if you are enjoying looking at something or doing something, then don’t worry about moving on to the next thing.
You can either make reservations for places to dine within the parks; or snack your way around the both parks; there are plenty of counter service restaurants and carts where you can get food and drink and then find a bench or table in a sheltered area to sit and enjoy the food. My family usually snack and drink our way around without reservations at full service restaurants.
At Epcot, in FutureWorld, Ellen’s Energy Adventure, Soarin’, The Land (do the “Behind the Seeds” ride), Imagination are good places to start in FutureWorld. Be sure to stop by Coca Cola’s Ice Station Cool near the Dancing Fountains to sample drinks from around the world (caution when tasting Beverly). If you are up for a bit more speed try Mission Space and the Test Track. If you and your brother like interactive displays and games then go to Innoventions.
At Epcot, in the WorldShowcase, take your time and see how many of the Pavilions or Countries, you can visit. Use your entertainment guide and try to catch some of the shows. Stick around to see the Illuminations show in the WorldShowcase Lagoon; we usually get some coffee and dessert for during the show.
At Animal Kingdom; The Lion King Show, and Bird Show are very good. Take your time walking through the animal exhibits. Go to Kilimanjaro Safaris, Pangani Forest, and the Wildlife Express train to Rafiki’s Planet Watch.
Have fun, and bring a sweatshirt or jacket, it will likely be cool next week.
THe best disney vacation we took was one without a schedule. we ate when we were hungry, rested when we were tired. No watches, no reservation for dining. stroll around the parks at your own pace. It shouldn’t be too crowded. kids are back at school this week.
you may like Soarin’ at epcot. and a Bug’s Life at AK.