Perfect timing, leaving for Disney in 23 hours and 20 minutes.

Time Stamps: 1. 1:07 try something new every time 2. 6:08 visit a new resort you haven’t stayed at 3. 7:56 eat outside the parks 4. 10:04 purchase unique souvenirs you can’t get online 5. 12:16 have a plan b 6. 15:05 and a plan c 7. 17:10 get to the parks early (to receive special treatment) 8. 18:55 get to the parks early (cause you literally have to) 9. 20:39 schedule a Mickey wake up call 10. 21:38 know your team 11. 23:22 learn how the pros ride the ride 12. 27:37 know what changes regularly - so you always get a new experience 13. 30:51 what’s what’s going to be different and seasonal 14. 33:01 save energy when and where you can

As far as visiting other resorts, you don't need a dining reservation, you can just let them know that you're collecting pressed Pennies and they'll let you in. I did it just in August while collecting the 50th Pressed Pennies and Medallions and all the guards at the gates let us in. It also gave us the opportunity to stop at all the resort gift shops to find things we couldn't find in the parks in the sizes we needed.

Take time to slow down. It’s vacation. Take in the scenery and enjoy. We run run run in life and then we run run run in Disney. Take a day or even an hour to just slow down. Your body and mind will thank you ☺️

We just got back - couple of things restaurant wise: Ohana - This was our only "Disappointing" reservation - the food just wasn't up to its usual awesomeness. Maybe just an off night. Steakhouse 71 - GO! It was delicious and more kid friendly than I expected it to be. Topolino's Terrace - If you're waffling between Chef Mickey's and this one, go to Topolino's Terrace at the Rivera. Reservations are hard to get, but the food was 10x better than Chef Mickey's and I think a touch cheaper. You only get Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Daisy as characters, but the food (and the view) makes up for it. Space 200 - Another hard reservation, but the experience and food are worth the extra money you'll pay for it. Morimoto Asia - This was a fun restaurant and delicious. You'll have to leave your comfort zone for the menu a bit, but we enjoyed it.

Also one tip on the Mickey wake up call do not rely on the Mickey wake up call to wake you up I have scheduled it several times, and then not receive the wake up calls! Do not count on that alone to wake you up set an alarm!

Thanks for keeping me updated on how to do Walt Disney World. My first Disneyland visit was in 1972 and I made it to Walt Disney World in 1986. During those years it was quite possible to just show up at the gate, purchase a ticket, and have a fun time in about six hours. "Spontaneous" is no longer an option. Prior planning is a must. I'm surprised that there's no Disney app for reservations in the bathrooms--plan your potty stops six months in advance.

Plan for the rain. Not just packing rain gear, but knowing the outdoor rides will very likely close. Watch that weather and start moving to indoor venues (like the land in Epcot) before the rain actually hits. You'll be in a perfect position to get on the attractions sooner than later when all the other people come in after its started raining.

I laughed wayyyy too hard at Disney can make you turn on people 😂 - recalling the time my mom stomped away from us in Epcot because we insisted she, the pickiest one, choose which direction to walk into the WS for Flower & Garden food sampling 😂 AND recalling all the times as a cast member I witnessed the breakdown of a family member’s patience. Stay strong y’all 😅

We showed up early and were one of the first families to get to the AK entrance in 2002. We were picked as the family to open the park with Mickey, Minnie, and Donald who were dressed in their safari garb, of course. It was such a memorable time.

Pirate adventure was so fun. My 9 yo walked around Adventureland with his map, he was so cute and proud to tell us where to go.

You guys are really right on the getting up early bit. I am not a morning person it hurts to wake up early and previously as two adults we would just get to the parks when we got to the parks. Not super late but like 10 or 11. The last trip we tried to do rope drops several times to make sure we got on certain rods and I was really blown away how much more time we get in the parks it really feels like almost an additional day especially when you can hop on all those those rides so quickly. It totally changes the rest of your day because then you can be a lot more leisurely and enjoy more of the day. It hurts lol, but you got to do it to get the best experience!

About Uber and Lyft, check both for the price of your ride! There can be a factor of two difference!

There used to be this guy in Hollywood Studios -- D. C. Matthews -- who hung out near the Brown Derby restaurant and drew caricature art for park guests. I got one done of myself during me and my Sister's 40th Birthday visit to the parks. If there are any other artists like these at Disney, this is another great souvenir to get!

On the plane now for my adult Disney Birthday!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

It’s that time of year again when I binge all DFBGuide videos while planning a Disney World trip.

Since joining DVC, we have been able to make each trip different from the trip before. Our first trip home was a stay at Jambo House with a day at Animal Kingdom. Our November trip will be a 2-night stay at the Polynesian and a day at Magic Kingdom followed by a birthday stay at Boardwalk in February and the After Hours event at Hollywood Studios. A far cry from the traditional 5-night 4-park days we used to take every other year before the pandemic.

When you’re doing the festival food map food crawls, I’ve been told by cast members you don’t have to get one of each of every item, you can get three of the same and two others or all five of the same one 👍🏼😋

When it's open, I always plan for a relaxing tea in the Grand Floridian tea room. It's just as good as a pool afternoon. Also, if you're in Animal Kingdom when it's raining, head for the Asia walkthrough. Those animals love rain and they come out to play!

We used to go on monorail & visit the different hotels - years ago! We also used to go to the boardwalk by the Swan Resort to ride the bikes!

I need a DFB tour guide and trip planner…I feel like planning my own 140 guest wedding where I DIYed most things including my own flowers was less overwhelming than this upcoming trip seems to be.

I can't tell you how critical it was to take screenshots for your trip. We lost so many reservations including hotel and park reservations. We had 4 adults, 4 devices and often only one of our my Disney apps would show a reservation. Having 4 devices was a life saver for virtual ques and individual attraction rides! Grab your kid's kindles and whatever other devices you can use and use them for backups!

A 15th? Take out an account to TouringPlans a year before your trip. Time is money - and it will save you plenty of both. It's less than the cost of most Disney quick service lunches. I used it (before Covid and Genie+) to get a good idea of just how much I could accomplish in each park. Another tip - make hard copies of all your plans and carry them in your backpack / bag / fanny pack / etc.

I’ve never been to Disney World, but my family is hoping to go sometime soon! Your videos are always so helpful! Thank you! ❤

The best firework viewing I did was the boat trip from the Polynesian. A private boat tour then they pipe the music through the boats speakers 👍

Can vouch for going early to Hollywood studios. especially for Rise of the Resistance, stand by the queue at like 9:00 am was 60 minutes, actual time was less than 40.

Lol this is going to sound so weird but I love the sound of your voice. It’s so soothing and relaxing. Thank you for all these great videos

I’ve been to all 4 Disney parks this year. I went to Animal Kingdom and Epcot on May 27th for Memorial Day, and I went to Hollywood Studios and Magic Kingdom on October 1 for my mom‘s birthday

We got the Silhouettes and gave my MIL the second copy. Seriously my favorite souvenir, and I plan to get another when we go back.

Be there in 19 days can't wait

So helpful. Thank you for all your videos!

It would be great if you could choose different characters for the "mickey alarm", if I heard Vader breathing into the phone in the morning I'd be right up. XD

Thanks, im going. In 63 minutes, this was really helpful

Leaving in t-15 days as of midnight thanks for all the tips

Thank you for showing what to do in Disney

My kids used to love the card game you got from the fire station in magic Kingdom but I've been told they stopped doing it a while ago.

We have found that you can let the cast member working Smuggler’s Run know you want to do Chewie mode and they’ll direct you how to do it, so you don’t need to memorize the directions!

Going to disney soon! Thanks for this!❤

I always stay off property as there are plenty of rental houses available. I can rent a house with a full kitchen and laundry room for less than the price of staying at a resort. By doing this I have to rent a car but IMO it's worth the annoyance of renting a car to be able to hit up a grocery store and buy food for the whole week for less than one dinner out with the whole family.

yep! scheduling is manger important in my family. we usually rope drop mk or hollywood on day one and then do a slower park like epcot for day 2. my dad is awesome at spotting when lines will be short. it was a trip for just me and him and we walked on to jungle cruise pirates 7 dwarfs and thunder mountain! it was great! my aunt however asked if we could do a combined trip… but we knew that wouldn’t work bc they have 3 under 2 which would totally slow us down!

I have one caveat to your suggestion about using the Riviera Skyliner Station depending on your location at Caribbean Beach. We made this mistake when staying there one morning and went to Riviera. I don't know if this is an "always" thing anymore, but at that time they weren't opening the Riviera station at the same time as Caribbean Beach. So we ending up having to walk ALL the way back around the entire resort to get to the other station. Be sure to check with a cast member before you head to the station just to be sure!

This was a great vid! As a regular, I knew a few -- now I have a "to do" list!

I love watching DFB to plan for the WDW trip I'll never be able to afford 😅

Love your videos. Thank you for posting such useful information. Even though we're not going for a while, planning for my birthday last December was a breeze with your help. :D

My dad always watches you and we are going Disney very excited!

I absolutely love your updates and videos. I truly feel that you provide the most as well as the best information out there. I had one question....you never mention pin trading around the parks or even around just the resorts or Disney Springs. This is a super fun thing to do with children or adults of all ages and it is a free service. You can definitely bring home some Disney treasures and new stories. Heck it's even something you and your party can do during bad weather days. Please let me know if there are any videos on this topic, I would love to see a few. Thank you so much for being you and for everything you provide for us lifetime Disney goers!!!

The tie dye shirt I did a Coronado springs at the pool is so cool I’m wearing it right now!

Thank you AJ your videos do help us we love Disney we are going back in 2023

I hope that new communicore building doesn't mess with the Eat to the Beat concerts or the Candlelight Processional. Great video A.J. thanks for all you do.

Went back after a few years recently... I plan disney trips in my free time, I love the history, the artistry, the experiences... but I feel like the magic is fading. That Disney difference is getting hard to find. The poor employees seemed under trained and understaffed. It's hard to maintain the happy disposition we expect when they're clearly not being treated as they should. The lightning lanes completely botched the line system. All but one ride we went on had mid ride stops. I feel like the greed in the management of disney world is overwhelming. Average people are being priced out. Most already are. It's really sad.

My friends and I went to magic kingdom in peak season on a marching band trip. Rides were really busy and we had an hour until our call time so we did the pirates scavenger hunt because I knew about it. It was so fun 10/10 would recommend

Aj . as always we all love your new videos and the news letters big respect to u and your team

Visit the hotel but warned the Disney transportation may stop before you finish any activity you doso you may have to find another way home.

Going in a couple weeks! But regardless, I always watch your videos🤗 Keep doing what you do🫶🏼

Super productive video, bravo!

any time i travel i always carry a printed version of all hotels bookings, shuttle, tickets etc so i dont have to scroll through my phone or emails looking for it

Wilderness Explorers was so fun!

I love what you do

Can someone just go to the park later (late morning/early afternoon) and just stay till the end of the park hours (instead of coming so early and having to crash/leave for hotel during midday and then come back)?

You can drive and park without a dining reservation. We did thi s all week and were not staying onsite and no reservations.

Hello I need more thanksgiving info pls And Disney springs 😊 leaving in a month and can’t wait

Show us a video of the Short live new attractions things been changing very fast

You guys always talk about the brownies as Casey's Corner, but they don't appear on the mobile app to order?? Am I missing something?? Please help!

Im going to be at Disney in 2,551 hours!

What’s the name of the store with all the hats and all the mugs featured in the video? Definitely need to go there next time in the parks!

Can you do a how to save energy at Disney?

today, on 3/21 at 2: 32 ET, slinky dog is 160 min wait...

My family doesn’t do early mornings and heat that well lol - we’re thinking of doing the park from around 3pm-close and doing rides during the firework show. Hoping to avoid some sun and seeing lines die down. Is this a terrible idea?

Most random question coming up 😂 At time 15:17 most people are in jeans and jumpers, which month would this be? We live in the Tropics where it is constantly hot 🥵 so would like to visit WDW when the temps are not too warm!

Quick question not necessarily related to the above video topics: where can I use Disney gift cards at Disney world? Like, can I use them towards my bill at a hotel or food at dining restaurants or just at merch locations?

I don’t know 23:52 Indiana Jones, where you are pretending to drive the vehicle send me the huge like big bolder of rock rolling towards

My parents and I had to wait 2 hours for Rise of the Resistance.

I need to know if you have to have a child with you for the treasure hunts. I love a good one but I’m 22 😅

Why are the classic Mouseketeer ears not for sale on shop Disney or the 50th anniversary ones?

Can you tell me where to get good salads that isn’t sit down

can big kids do the wilderness explorer badges? xD

Hi there! Does someone know if the mickey wake up call can be scheduled in another language?

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3 weeks back I was in line for rocking rollercoaster 🎢 I seen a guy get body slammed into his head dude was knocked out cold ❄️🥶 guy was pounding dudes head in like some ufc fight. Security wasn't there for at least 5 minutes kids an people screaming worst Disney experience of my life but other than that that parks are 10/10 big thunder railroad was beautiful ❤️💕

11:49 Mickey can't hold it in.

I’m suprised that you only have 84 comments but 110k views

once the star wars ride was at like 230 minutes bro 😭

Watch your children!!

Star Wars had to change a lot as well as Hogwarts on the wands wear one world part of Hogwarts you can get butterbeer for you, but it’s not alcohol go to another place and get the real deal same park

Just got done 4 days in Disney World... too expensive, way too many people, way too much time in line waiting for any ride. I won't be going back.

It is ridiculous that you pay so much and get even be guaranteed that you will be able to ride the ONE RIDE you come to Disney for. I think with the price you pay just for the tickets, Disney should guarantee every person 1 ride of the choice per ticket per day. After 40 years, I will never return to Disney just based on the loss of the Park Hopper option. The fact now that only deluxe hotel guests get to stay after dark unless you pay extra is bull. If you must stay, stay at a neighbor hotel, like at the hotel by Disney Springs with the bridge, its a great hotel with great same benefits such as they are and it is very nice. Is a shame that Disney is getting more designed for once in a lifetime trip for poor or middle class families or for higher income. Maybe that's why their having so many rude customers, more spoiled rich people

Bob chapek is the biggest mistake in the world

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Watching this video from my resort room on my last night of my trip 😢 taking notes for next time though!!!

Chapek is an embarrassment to the Disney name and ought to be ousted. They are going down the tubes fast and losing a lot of Disney fans, including me, in the process. I was supposed to leave in a few days for a trip to WDW but canceled a few months ago because I have grown so fed up with them and their BS. They are pricing themselves right out of business and the morons who will still pay these prices are also to blame.