If you're NOT a frequent visitor or annual passholder, and you're planning a trip to EPCOT, do…read moreyourself a favor--start researching at least two months in advance! My husband and I first returned in 2021, thinking it would feel similar to when we brought our boys back in 1998... not even close. Technology has completely transformed the experience. Not in a bad way--but if you're not prepared, it can be overwhelming and honestly a little frustrating. After that visit, I knew I needed a better game plan. This time, I booked early--about six months ahead--directly through Walt Disney World and bundled our hotel and park tickets, saving around $1,600. I also spent time watching YouTube vlogs to relearn the park layout and get Park tips, which made everything so much easier. NOTE: Disney is extremely app-driven. I highly recommend pre-purchasing a MagicBand. It acts as your room key, park ticket, Lightning Lane access, and even your credit card. Having everything on your wrist is incredibly convenient. Speaking of time-saving-- we splurged and purchased the Lightning Lane Premier Pass. In 2021, we waited in lines up to two hours and barely got on rides. This time, with the Premier Pass, our waits were typically 5-20 minutes. As a Baby Boomer, I can confidently say--it was absolutely worth the splurge. BTW, there are single rider lines which are complimentary. Another small but "You'll Thank Me Later" tip: cushioned sneaker inserts. You can easily walk 8+ hours a day, and your tootsies will thank you. We visited the week before Easter during the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival, and it was stunning. The flowers and topiaries were incredible, and the outdoor kitchens added a fun (and delicious) touch. Being able to simply tap my MagicBand to pay for food made everything seamless. Bottom line: taking the time to plan ahead completely changed our experience. We rode everything we wanted, avoided long lines, and truly enjoyed the park. If you're heading to EPCOT--go in prepared, and you'll have an amazing time.

My boys are older and this was an even more amazing visit to Epcot. I am confident we were able to…read morevisit most of the shops, quick service restaurants, and attractions in the park. Our latest visit was in April and we loved the festival of flowers, which meant even more small bites in the World Showcase. Food-wise, we loved everything we purchased: margarita, Chinese quick service, funnel cake, iced coffee, soft serve ice cream, burgers and fries. The new Ratatouille attraction was so much fun and Paris seemed more full with shops and food. The app was helpful to guide us to attractions with a shorter wait. A few offer single rider seats and the wait is much, much shorter. This park provides a good balance of things for all ages.

Tough to know how to rate this one. I'm going to fun spot mainly for the roller coasters and funnel…read morecakes. The Mine Blower was physically uncomfortable and I was there too early right when the park opened to grab a funnel cake. Not the best coaster I've been on, it's wooden and you feel every turn in a jerking way. Some decent hang time and a fun opening drop but everyone in my car each time was glad when it ended. The park itself however looks nice and accessible which is what I like about the place. Parking is free(preferred spots for season pass holders); admission is free so it makes for a nice third place with the family; and there are rides for all ages, ability, and tolerance. Like other locations you can pay per ride or purchase a day or season pass. There's an arcade and dining options and a saloon. It's also attached to a boardwalk type attraction with restaurants and shops. Makes for an affordable outing. Season pass for all parks was $90. Everyone who worked there was helpful and staff seem to genuinely hope you're enjoying the ride. I

Fun Spot America is a must visit if you're in the area! It turned out to be quite a blast with…read moretheir twenty plus rides in the small amusement park! Free parking and plenty of spaces for everyone, plus it's so close by! Arcade is also available with plenty of food and drinks options! This is the best go cart ride of my life with three stories of thrill and excitement! Prices are also very affordable for all!

Speaks for itself most magic place on earth aside from the long lines best place everread more

Another great night at the park. Got there around 8pm. We were able to ride Pirates of the…read moreCaribbean, Haunted Mansion, Space Mountain, People Mover, and Tron. Unfortunately, they didn't have the new Annual Passholder popcorn bucket that was released that day (5/1/2026). Park as always was magical!

honestly, my favorite place on earth. all the worries of today fade into a world of enchantment and…read morewonder. this review will be long so brace yourself. where to stay (on property) - Coronado Springs, big, open, beautiful, relatively cheap - Contemporary, og 3, beautiful architecture, really cool rooms, monorail is a plus, expensive - Port Orleans- a cheaper option if you want a cuter, more fantasy vibes. The food is heaven! Where to eat: Coral Reef Restaurant (EPCOT)- awesome to get to see the fish, pin bread is really gooood! Casey's Corner (MK)- cheaper, quick service option. Chili Cheese dog hits the spot. Skippers (MK)- ask for the secret menu items and you won't regret it. Brown & Derby (Hollywood Studio's)- classic style, lovely staff, BEST COBB SALAD, great to cool down 50's prime time cafe (Hollywood Studio)- good food, cool layout, makes you feel like your part of the family... Rides: 1-3 years Epcot- The Seas with Nemo & Friends -- gentle boat ride inside an aquarium. Spaceship Earth -- calm ride through Epcot's iconic sphere (can be dark). Frozen Ever After -- boat ride with familiar characters (may be dim but popular with kids). Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros (World Showcase, Mexico) -- easy boat ride with Donald Duck. Magic Kingdom- Dumbo the Flying Elephant -- gentle flying elephants little ones love. "it's a small world" -- slow, colorful boat ride with the classic song. The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh -- cheerful Pooh‑themed ride. Peter Pan's Flight -- smooth, flying "ship" ride over Neverland. Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid -- easy clamshell ride with music and scenes. Mad Tea Party (Tea Cups) -- classic spinning tea cups (great if they like gentle spinning). Buzz Lightyear's Space Ranger Spin -- interactive ride that's fun for little hands. WDW Railroad -- scenic train ride around parts of the park. Hollywood Studios: Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway -- fun film‑style ride suitable for all ages. Toy Story Mania! -- interactive, colorful ride (great visuals). Disney Junior Play and Dance! -- lively show with favorite characters. Animal Kingdom: Kilimanjaro Safaris -- slow safari through animal habitats (big hit with kids). Festival of the Lion King -- Broadway‑style live show with music and performers. Finding Nemo: The Big Blue... and Beyond! -- musical show kids enjoy. Feathered Friends in Flight! -- bird show (great break from walking). Wildlife Express Train & Rafiki's Planet Watch -- train ride + animal trails. 4-7 yr olds. (Please check with your little one to see what they are able and willing to do!) MK: Big Thunder Mountain Railroad - Mine train roller coaster; exciting but kid-friendly (height 40"). Splash Mountain / Tiana's Bayou Adventure - Log flume with gentle drops (height 40"). Seven Dwarfs Mine Train - Smooth roller coaster with curves and storytelling (height 38"). Barnstormer featuring Goofy - Small roller coaster perfect for younger thrill-seekers (height 35"). Mad Tea Party (Tea Cups) - Spin fast for a dizzying, fun thrill. Still gentle: Peter Pan's Flight, Dumbo, Buzz Lightyear, Jungle Cruise. EPCOT: Frozen Ever After - Mild, but the dips and curves make it more exciting than a typical boat ride. Test Track (height 40") - High-speed driving simulator; can be thrilling for older 7-year-olds, maybe less so for smaller 4-year-olds. Mission: Space (Green - mild) - Optional "space adventure" simulator; check if your child can handle motion. Sorin' Around The World- Perfect if your little one isn't scared of height! It takes you around the world with a simulated screen allowing you and the kiddos to tour the world! Note: (if your child is scared of flying, DO NOT RIDE! this ride takes you up in the air and pitches backwards and forwards. May be very distressing, go on The Land for a calm gentle ride. Animal Kingdom: Kali River Rapids - Water raft ride with small rapids and splashes. Height 38". Toddlers won't ride, but older 4-7-year-olds can go with a parent. Na'vi River Journey- soft moving water ride with gentle music and fun visual, especially cool if you little one likes Pandora! Note: (if your kiddo is tall enough and wants too, they could go in Expedition Everest) Hollywood Studios: Slinky Dog Dash - Family-friendly roller coaster; smooth but fast and fun (height 38"). Alien Swirling Saucers - Spinning ride; crank up speed for more intensity. Millennium Falcon: Smugglers Run - Interactive "flying" simulator; height 38". Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway - Not intense, but immersive motion makes it feel adventurous. To whomever listened to this whole thing, have a magical experience. May the magic of Disney follow you wherever life may take you.

We came here in 2025 and again in 2026 for the kid's birthday…read more There is a lot to say and most of it has already been said, so I will just summarize. -go early in the day. -bring your own water bottle (March 2026 the cheapest bottle of water was $4.25) -get a lightning pass and use it for rides, not shows -be prepared for lots of walking. Wear walking shoes. If it is spring or summer, bring sun screen. -be prepared for LOTS of people (if they drive like they walk, no wonder the US has such a high vehicular fatality rate). Be patient. -be prepared to overpay for just about everything. But oddly, the $300 per person multi-park ticket is a good deal. Why? Because you get so much entertainment. There are loads of Disney employees everywhere who are friendly and ready to help with any questions. They all are paid, so the $300 is actually not a bad deal when you consider how many employees there are in each park, how clean the parks are, and all the upkeep to maintain the animals and rides. -if you get tired, and you will, take a break. It's not fun if you get so tired that you get cranky. -Don't forget to enjoy the smiles on the kids' faces!

This is a smaller park but has been greatly expanded with the Star Wars area and its associated…read morewonderful attractions. I highly recommend splurging on a lighting lane premier pass. This will allow you to skip the lines at every attraction without needing to select a specific time window. Highlights here are definitely the Star Wars attractions - Smugglers Run and Rise of the Resistance. The latter is the better of the two and is a truly an immersive "4D" experience that I absolutely loved. Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway is another newer ride that was truly enjoyable. The Tower of Terror is another favorite and lives on here with its classic Twilight Zone theming. There are tons of great food and beverage options here, and the staff are consistently very friendly. Definitely plan a visit here on your next Orlando trip!

This is probably my 3rd favorite park behind MK and Epcot but it's still really good. I do miss…read moresome of the things that made this park fun from prior to 2020. But this park is great especially if you love Toy Story or Star Wars with those lands all up and going. Slinky Dog Dash is a fun coaster and there are so many fun things for the kids in Toy Story Land. Star Wars Land is definitely cooler for adult rides but you can build a droid or a lightsaber there which is fun for everyone. They're always making changes here it seems but it really is a good place to check out. You might not need to be there all day too to do everything so you can take your time or do it all and hop over to a different park.

This is a small Disney park in terms of rides and attractions, but it's truly unique among Disney…read moreparks. Of course you can take the complimentary Disney transportation from your Disney resort to the park. I would say the Kilimanjaro safari here is truly the highlight as you travel through the park on a safari vehicle seeing various amazing animals including elephants and lions. The flight of Avatar attraction is also truly amazing as well as you soar through the skies on a banshee. We also love the expedition Everest roller coaster which reminds us a bit of big thunder mountain in Magic kingdom. There are various eateries here - we really enjoy Pizzafari! Animal Kingdom is a must on your next Disney trip!

We bought a 4-day Florida resident park pass and went to Disney's Animal Kingdom with our toddler…read more We arrived about 30 minutes before the park opened, which gave us enough time to park our car and get inside the park. We saw lots of different animals in the theme park, including lions, giraffes, elephants, flamingos, and tigers! The toddler really loved seeing them and had a great time. There's so much to do at the theme park! There are tons of exhibits, shows, rides, and restaurants to enjoy during a half to full day there. We went on the Animal Safari, Maharaja Jungle Trek, and the Gorilla Falls Exploration, and my toddler absolutely loved all of them! And don't miss The Lion King Show, it was a fantastic show. Apart from Lion King, there is also a show on Nemo which kids will enjoy. Besides the different Safari's and Shows, Animal Kingdom Theme Park also has awesome rides like Avatar Flight of Passage, Na'avi River Journey, and Expedition Everest. This park is great and well-designed. It feels much less rushed, and everyone really enjoys spending time there.

Fun Spot America is a long-established business here in Orlando, Florida that can appeal to both…read morethe tourists and those of us fortunate enough to call Orlando home. It is nostalgic coming here and a great place to bring kids. Think like an old-school carnival or fair that is here year-round and you are just scratching at the surface. I would definitely recommend here. Go check it out and indulge the inner child within you.

I recently brought two students here for a field trip and we had a good time overall!…read moreWe purchased tickets through Groupon for $62 (regular price is $69 for unlimited rides), which I think is a great deal considering how much they were able to do. I also liked that there's no entry fee for non-riders and you can purchase rides à la carte. I ended up paying $12 for a go-kart ride and LOVED it We got there around 12 PM and it wasn't crowded at all. The lines were super short, so the students were able to ride things 3-4 times with no problem, which made it even more worth it. One of the best deals was the all day dining pass (you have to buy it online). For $24, you get 2 meals and a snack, which is a steal compared to the regular menu prices. Our first stop was Cluckees where we had tenders, wings, and fries. The portions were HUGE and everything was tasty, especially the fries. None of us could even finish our food! For our snack, we grabbed ice cream. The kids loved it, but it wasn't my favorite. Later, we went back to Cluckees for a chicken sandwich and fries for dinner. This time it wasn't as good as earlier. Maybe a different cook or just an off moment. We didn't spend time in the arcade and stayed mostly outside. The park is a pretty decent size with plenty to do. Even as the day went on and traffic picked up, it never felt overly packed. The staff was friendly and very laid back, which added to the relaxed vibe of the day. Overall, it was a good experience. The kids really enjoyed it. I'd give it a 3.5. Btw I think there is a bee problem there. I saw bees flying around often. Not enough to ruin the experience, but I definitely noticed them.

Fantastic queue and outside area. Probably the best at Disney. Ride was fantastic even though the…read more3D was a little blurry. Maybe better if it wasn't a 3D show. Still a great upgrade from Soarin'!!

It really does transport you to the World of Avatar. The design and feel of it is stunning. Even…read morefor a person who hasn't seen any of the Avatar movies. I imagine this land to be all illuminated at night. That would be a sight to see. There's also a cool poké bowl restaurant here. It was my second choice, so we didn't get to dine there this time around. What's interesting is that the menu has boba balls as a topping. A cool little bubble bling with your bowl. It's definitely a place I want to try in the future. We did get to ride on Na'vi River Journey, but sadly didn't get to Avatar Flight of Passage. We started in Asia and ended in Pandora. The lines were too long by the time we got there in the afternoon time. I recommend getting a LL, or adding it to your early entry strategy. This is where many people were going after the rope drop. Hopefully we'll get to experience it next time. I wish we could have stayed here a little longer, but it was a long day for us. It will definitely be our first stop on our next visit.

The first thing we did when we entered Disney's Animal Kingdom was the Kilimanjaro Safari. The wait…read moretime in the morning was around 30 minutes, and the normal line was mostly in the shade, which was really helpful. Cathy was our tour guide during the Safaris, and she was friendly! She gave a great tour. The animals were active in the morning, so we saw most of them then. My toddler really loved the Safaris. It was a fantastic experience for both kids and adults.

We hit this as the first attraction of the day, and were able to see several animals doing their…read morethang, some, almost on queue. The lion was my favorite, the narration was a close second. It's not funny, like the jungle cruise. Guess the savannah isn't chock full of yuks like an Amazon River, but she had a calming voice. My mom had a calming voice, as she talked me off, to sleep. Her wake up voice, on the other hand, was a little grating. Fun fact: the Swahili word for "Lion" is "Simba"

Perfect day for the water park. It was warm day and the water was perfect…read more A lot of steps so be ready for them and to do leg day. There is a ski lift that takes you to the top but sometimes walking up can be easier. Plenty of seating in the shade and sun. Also, plenty of floats for the lazy river.

What a wonderful day here! There were great slides, a nice wave pool and a long lazy river. The…read moresnow theme is soo cute, lots of water on the cement so you can walk, cabana's and lots of cover. A variety of good food and not very long lines. We had a blast!