Originally Posted By demderedoseguys I never worry about getting everything "done"- vacation is not a job and it should be enjoyable. Pick out the attractions that you want to do the most and fastpass your way through them, while catching other rides/ shows as you go along. Be mindful not to miss the landscape and just enjoy the fact that you are there, otherwise, you'll look back and wish that you had more time just to enjoy just being there. Now , keep in mind that we go 2-3 times a year and don't do the marathon thing anymore. It's not all about the rides is what I'm trying to say, at least for my family.
Originally Posted By jkayjs The 2nd wk in Dec is a great time to go, the weather is nice, the holiday decorations are beautiful and the crowds are smaller. The hours are traditionally shorter but the weather usually makes it easier to go full out. If you are staying on property EMH used wisely will really extend the time you have in the parks. The holiday decorations may slow you down if you enjoy that sort of thing. Of course for me it's because I also visit the resorts to take full advantage of all the decorations. The Gingerbread store @ GF is worth taking a peak @. Can you see absolutely everything in 7 days? I don't know as I have and will never try. Can you see most if not all of the major attractions in the 4 parks? Of course. You know what kind of vacation you want armed with that info go to the website already mentioned(there are others but I agreee it is one of the best) and get a guide book. I know there are folks that do not agree but I still love a good old fashion guide book. I always use the net but I love having a book to page through when I'm laying in bed or somewhere that a computer isn't practical. Plus I like writing myself notes and looking @ the pics. There are many different books that go from almost hating Disney to loving it. Some give you actual tour plans that include time frames. I just want a guide book that discribes each ride, show, restaurant, resort, ect. For me that is Birnbaum's. It will not say anything negative as it is the "Offical Guide" but it very user friendly and small(as in not overwhelming). I don't get my positives and negatives from a guide book anyway, I come here(as in a discussion board) so I can get many opinions from folks that have nothing to gain by purposely giving you false info. Have a wonderful time and always remember there is rarely only one right answer to anything. The opinions voiced here are just that opinions and belong only to the one writing them. If you do what feels right for you I'm sure you will have a great vacation.
