Originally Posted By decentsdaysandnights Hey all! I'm heading to DL in early August for a week with my friend, and a bunch more are meeting us down there. She's never been to DL or DCA before and I want to make the trip as memorable and fun as I can. I head to DL once or twice a year so I'm fairly familliar with the park, but I'm curious as to what you guys think would help make it the best and most memorable trip ever? We've got 4 days for the park.
Originally Posted By grammy954 - Lots of Fast Pass - A character dining (we love Goofy's Kitchen) - The fireworks - Corn Dogs
Originally Posted By threeundertwo goodgirl put together a great list: <a href="http://www.thegoodgirls.com/small_memories.htm" target="_blank">http://www.thegoodgirls.com/sm all_memories.htm</a>
Originally Posted By sjdimon Make sure that you do all of the "only at DL stuff". Pirates is fantastic there, as is the Haunted Mansion. Alice in Wonderland and Pinocchio are unique, as is the Storybookland Canal Boats. Basically - try to do everything (4 days should be enough). If you have early entry - head straight for Nemo - then hit Fantasyland. Definately use Fast Pass to the MAX (there are tips on this board about that). IF someone is having a birthday around this time - go to City Hall and get a Birthday Button. You will be treated like a VIP. You might also luck out and run into the Dream Squad. Free Mouse Ears or a Deluxe Fast Pass are really cool things... Have a great time.
Originally Posted By myinnerpeterpan You just have to dine at the Blue Bayou and remember to take LOTS OF PICTURES!
Originally Posted By trekkeruss You gots four days... don't rush too much. Stop and smell the roses, so to speak. DL should be savoured like a fine meal, otherwise you miss all the details that make it more than just an amusement or even a theme park. Aside from the other suggetions, I'd take one of the guided tours. A Walk In Walt's Footsteps would be a good choice.
Originally Posted By boyumz I agree with trekkeruss, take your time! When I go to Disneyland with friends (that means no hubby--no kids), we like to splurge on something we normally wouldn't-- like A Walk in Walt's Footsteps Tour, or the Fantasmic Dessert Buffet.
Originally Posted By trekkeruss It's a shame that so many rush right through Main Street on their way to this E-ticket ride or that. At least once everyone should enter the park and just take in Walt's real-yet-imaginary hometown. Walt said DL is a play... Main Street is Act One of the show. That's why i don't like to enter DL from the monrail... you miss the first act!
Originally Posted By MOLLYSMOM I agree, too. Enjoy the small things as well as the rides, etc. I LOVE Main Street. I have gotten many lumps in my throat just stopping and watching the little kids with HUGE eyes, and more excitement in their voices than one would think possible. I could sit in one spot all day and do nothing but people watch, and I would still have one of the best days of my life.
Originally Posted By ssturgeo YES, look around, take in the sights, sounds, smells...don't rush. Tomorrowland vegetation is fascinating...edible...strawberries, artichokes, etc. I am sure most people rush right by it and never notice!! When I was there in May the artichokes were TALL and getting large!! So many little details...hoofprints in the ground in Frontierland, look up, look down, look all around!! Get an iced latte from the Blue Ribbon Bakery and sit on the porch on Main Street... a great break...and yes, people watching is such fun!!
Originally Posted By SleepingBeauty82 I agree the little things are what makes it really magical. I've been going there my whole life and I had NEVER, until my last trip, noticed the hoofprints in the cement in Frontierland! Since you're going in August, be sure to check out the summertime treats. Dole Whips are really good and the frozen bananas from the carts can be really refreshing without getting a tummy ache from the sticky sweetness.
Originally Posted By gottaluvdavillains Don't listen to them....Run and do all the stuff you can in the first day or so, then after the initial excitement is settled in then do all the stuff the others have recommended!!! hehehe
